US, Nov. 12 -- From diya-lighting ceremonies in India to cultural performances and community gatherings overseas - glimpses of how Diwali was celebrated in 2026...

The city of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh celebrated the 10th edition of Deepotsav on Diwali by illuminating over 36 lakh earthen lamps across 56 ghats along the Saryu River. Fireworks were also held to mark the arrival of Lord Ram in Ayodhya. (Photo courtesy: MyGovIndia)

The Embassy of India and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, hosted a Diwali celebration showcasing India's cultural heritage, traditions and festive spirit of Diwali.

Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik celebrated Diwali by creating a 25-foot-long bow of Lord Ram using sand and 1,000 tradi...