Canberra, Nov. 6 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has extended Diwali greetings to people of Hindu, Jain, Sikh and Buddhist communities in the country, noting that the festival is embedded in the culture and tradition of spiritual and personal renewal.

In a message, Albanese said that Diwali brings people from all backgrounds together.

He said, "I send my best wishes to everyone observing Diwali, the great celebration of the victory of light. For Hindu, Jain, Sikh and Buddhist communities, Diwali is deeply embedded in culture, an ancient tradition of spiritual and personal renewal, underpinned by the cultivation of generosity and the embrace of new beginnings."

"In many ways, the signs and symbols of Diwali transcend relig...