New Delhi/Lucknow, Nov. 8 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday extended Diwali greetings to the people. Modi highlighted the festival as a symbol of light's triumph over darkness and expressed hope for happiness, peace and prosperity for all citizens. He also said he would continue his tradition of celebrating Diwali with Indian soldiers. "This festival of light is a reflection of our resolve against darkness," Modi said in a video message. In his message, chief minister Yogi Adityanath appealed to people to shop locally as per their capacity, so that potters, artisans making diyas and wicks, handicraft workers, local artisans and traders get help. "Our effort should be that no home remains deprived of Diwali light," he said. The chief minister prayed to Lord Ram for everyone's happiness, peace, health, prosperity and auspicious life. He said Diwali, celebrated in memory of Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his coronation, has for centuries been a symbol of faith, joy and affection of the Indian people. The CM said it is a matter of pride that Ayodhya, the sacred birthplace of Lord Ram, is in Uttar Pradesh. P6...