Proper noun
Diwali (plural Diwalis)
(Hinduism) An annual festival of light, observed during several days in October and November.
A government release appealed for subdued celebration of Diwali, like that of other festivals since the virus outbreak. Source: Internet
Amaravati, Nov 13 : Many people in Andhra Pradesh are staring at a wet Diwali which has already been affected by the Covid pandemic, bereft of the usual pomp and excitement associated with the festival in general. Source: Internet
Ahead of Diwali, which will be celebrated under the shadow of the pandemic, the Maharashtra government on Friday issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to contain the spread of COVID-19. Source: Internet
All trades executed in the Diwali Muhurat trading session would result in settlement obligations. Source: Internet
As a child in Kolkata, India, Megha Majumdar watched the city come alive during religious celebrations like Diwali, Christmas and Eid. Source: Internet
Bengaluru, Nov 6 : Hours after announcing a decision to ban sale and use of firecrackers during Diwali, Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa appears to have taken a U-Turn. Source: Internet