Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali 2025 with India’s armed forces aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, stationed off the coast of Goa and Karwar.
Continuing his tradition of spending Diwali with India’s brave soldiers, PM Modi interacted with naval personnel, praised their dedication, and reaffirmed the nation’s gratitude for their sacrifice.

PM Modi Celebrates Diwali With Soldiers on INS Vikrant 

Ayodhya lit up the night sky with millions of diyas (oil lamps) during the grand Deepotsav 2025 celebrations! 
Devotion, tradition, and breathtaking visuals filled the city as the banks of the Saryu River came alive with light, chants, and culture.

Diwali 2025: Ayodhya Glows Bright in Grand Deepotsav Celebration

Indian soldiers stationed at the Line of Control celebrate Diwali with pride and enthusiasm, lighting lamps and sharing festive joy despite challenging conditions.


Diwali celebrations at LoC: Soldiers mark festival with courage 

Two new Guinness World Records were set during this year’s Deepotsav celebrations in Ayodhya, as 26.17 lakh diyas were lit across the temple town and 2,128 people performed ‘aarti’ together, the Uttar Pradesh government said.


India: Ayodhya’s Deepotsav creates Guinness World Records with display of 2.6 million diyas

Ayodhya, the revered birthplace of Lord Ram, shines brilliantly during the Diwali season as the city is adorned with thousands of lights and decorations. Celebrations include traditional rituals, cultural performances, and the lighting of diyas along the banks of the Sarayu River, creating a breathtaking spectacle. This year's festivities emphasize the spirit of unity and devotion, drawing pilgrims and tourists alike to witness the divine transformation of this historic city.  


India: 26 lakh diyas make Guinness World Record as holy city celebrates homecoming of lord Ram

Diwali lights up Dubai as Hindu community celebrates festival of lights

During Diwali, demand for flowers soars across India, with marigold garlands, lotus, and rose petals topping festive purchases as people prepare for celebrations.


India's Festive Season: What People Are Buying This Diwali

The festival of lights isn’t just meant to be celebrated at home; its radiance can be experienced across India with your family. From the vibrant streets of Kolkata to the glowing ghats of Varanasi, here are 7 destinations that sparkle the brightest during Diwali.

Diwali diaries: 7 popular tourist destinations that look magical during festival of lights

Dhanteras, Diwali, wedding season, is usually all about gold and celebrations. This year, there’s something different in the air: sweeping gst cuts are rewriting what shoppers buy, how they buy, and when they buy. In this report, we look into the heart of India’s festive boom, from glowing screens to revved-up car showrooms, and if your wallet will feel the difference.


India 'Lights Up': GST 2.0 Boosts Consumer Demand

Estimates suggest that Dhanteras sales in India crossed 1 lakh crore, or $11 billion, with gold constituting a major chunk of it. This comes as union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the recent GST rate cuts have reached the common man. The government monitored 54 essential daily-use items and confirmed that tax benefits were fully passed on to consumers. 

Dhanteras Sales Cross $11 Billion, Gold Shines Bright

Diwali is a festival of light which is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists as it symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. From lighting a diya to worshipping Lakshmi, here are some important Diwali customs that are followed.

Diwali 2025: 7 timeless traditional customs that keep the festival of lights glowing

Delhi: Kartavya Path Illuminated With Diyas Ahead of Diwali | WION Shorts

Kathmandu comes alive with lights, music, and millions of marigold garlands as Nepal celebrates Tihar — a festival of joy, faith, and togetherness that mirrors India’s Diwali celebrations.


Nepal: India celebrates Diwali, its neighbour celebrates Tihar 

In a “special video” shared on its official X handle, the embassy shows its employees asking each other when is Diwali.

Is Diwali on Oct 20 or 21? French embassy joins confusion with quirky ‘special video’ | WATCH

This week on wings, we bring you the stories of the grand celebration in India as the country prepares for the celebration of the festival of lights, Diwali. We will also show you how different parts of the world has embraced the Indian tradition of Diwali and is celebrating with grandeur.

We also take you to Rome, where a secret imperial tunnel beneath the Colosseum reopens for the first time, offering a rare glimpse into ancient history. The United States of America’s Joshua Tree National Park welcomes visitors for free amid a government shutdown, while in Somalia, weekly tours are reviving a long-lost culture of travel. And in Egypt, after two decades of restoration, the magnificent tomb of Pharaoh Amenhotep iii opens its doors once again, bringing ancient artistry back to life. All this and more, only on Wings, your global travel and culture show.

Celebrating Diwali worldwide, global heritage from Italy to Egypt

Diwali just got more luxurious. A Jaipur-based brand, Tyohaar, is offering gold- and silver-plated sweets priced at a jaw-dropping ₹1.11 lakh per kilogram. The luxury mithai, part of the brand’s “Gold Series,” blends gourmet craftsmanship with Indian tradition. Created by food innovator Anjali Jain, these sweets — including the opulent Swarn Prasadam — are as much about indulgence as they are about festive extravagance. Would you spend a lakh on mithai?

Diwali's Most Expensive Mithai: Rs 1.1 Lakh per Kg: Jaipur Store Unveils Gold-Plated Sweet 

India's festive season: What people are buying this Diwali 

Diwali 2025 sees New Delhi bustling with festive cheer as markets fill with shoppers and traffic worsens across Delhi-NCR ahead of the Festival of Lights.


Diwali 2025: Traffic congestion choke key roads across national capital

Diwali 2025: Delhi-NCR traffic snarls worsen ahead of festival of lights

India’s Supreme Court has relaxed the firecracker ban in the Delhi-NCR region ahead of Diwali celebrations. The decision allows limited use of firecrackers, balancing festive traditions with environmental concerns. Authorities urge residents to follow guidelines to minimize pollution and ensure safety during the festival.


India: Firecracker ban partially lifted in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali

The government has eased the firecracker ban in Delhi-NCR region ahead of Diwali, allowing residents to celebrate the festival with limited firecracker usage. This move comes after months of strict restrictions aimed at reducing pollution levels.

Firecracker Ban Eased in Delhi-NCR for Diwali | Festive Celebrations Resume with Limits | WION

The Supreme Court has eased its earlier ban on firecrackers in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali. The court has permitted the use of green crackers on THESE days. Scroll down to read. 

Supreme Court relaxes firecracker ban in Delhi-NCR for Diwali

The Indian government expects this festive season to see bumper diwali spending triggering the market and the economy.
Those expectations are driven by the government's decision to lower goods and services tax (gst) rates to come before Diwali.

Government expects demand boost from tax cuts

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PM Modi Celebrates Diwali With Soldiers on INS Vikrant

Diwali 2025: Ayodhya Glows Bright in Grand Deepotsav Celebration

Diwali celebrations at LoC: Soldiers mark festival with courage

India: Ayodhya’s Deepotsav creates Guinness World Records with display of 2.6 million diyas

India: 26 lakh diyas make Guinness World Record as holy city celebrates homecoming of lord Ram

Diwali lights up Dubai as Hindu community celebrates festival of lights

India's Festive Season: What People Are Buying This Diwali

7 popular tourist destinations that look magical during Diwali

India's Festive Season: What People Are Buying This Diwali

India 'Lights Up': GST 2.0 Boosts Consumer Demand

Dhanteras Sales Cross $11 Billion, Gold Shines Bright

Diwali 2025: 7 timeless traditional customs that keep festival of lights glowing

Delhi: Kartavya Path Illuminated With Diyas Ahead of Diwali | WION Shorts

Nepal: India celebrates Diwali, its neighbour celebrates Tihar

Is Diwali on Oct 20 or 21? French embassy joins debate with quirky video | WATCH

Celebrating Diwali worldwide, global heritage from Italy to Egypt

Diwali's Most Expensive Mithai: Rs 1.1 Lakh per Kg: Jaipur Store Unveils Gold-Plated Sweet

India's festive season: What people are buying this Diwali

Diwali 2025: Traffic congestion choke key roads across national capital

Diwali 2025: Delhi-NCR traffic snarls worsen ahead of festival of lights

India: Firecracker ban partially lifted in Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali

Firecracker Ban Eased in Delhi-NCR for Diwali | Festive Celebrations Resume with Limits | WION

Supreme Court relaxes firecracker ban in Delhi-NCR for Diwali

Government expects demand boost from tax cuts