Wed Oct 30 20:01:41 UTC 2024: ## Diwali 2024: Festival of Lights Set to Shine on October 31st

The annual Hindu festival of Diwali, also known as Deepawali, will be celebrated on October 31st, 2024. This five-day celebration, beginning with Dhanteras and concluding with Bhai Dooj, marks the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance.

Diwali is a time for families to come together, decorate their homes with lights and rangoli patterns, and share traditional sweets and treats. It is also a time for exchanging gifts, expressing heartfelt wishes, and celebrating the spirit of prosperity and happiness.

The festival is observed differently across India, with some regions, like Maharashtra, beginning celebrations earlier with Govatsa Dwadashi, while Gujarat marks the occasion two days before the main date, starting with Agyaras and ending with Labh Panchami.

As Diwali approaches, people across the globe are busy sending their wishes and greetings to loved ones, wishing them a joyous celebration filled with light, love, and laughter.

This year, the Festival of Lights is expected to bring a wave of positivity and hope, with many wishing for a successful and prosperous new year.

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**Note:** The information about the Haryana STF arrest is unrelated to the Diwali celebration and has been removed from the article.

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