India's festival of lights, Diwali, was on Wednesday announced as an addition to UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list, ...

The Ministry of Culture has directed that all World Heritage Sites across the country be illuminated with diyas to mark the ...

Diwali has officially been added to Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List, marking India’s 16th global cultural recognition. With this, India now has 16 recognised elements on the list, spanning ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed UNESCO’s decision to inscribe Diwali on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, calling the festival “very closely linked to our culture and ethos.” ...

India currently has 15 elements inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, including the Kumbh Mela, Kolkata’s ...

In a moment of cultural pride, India hopes Diwali will become the 16th Indian tradition recognised by UNESCO as the ...

X India reported more than 9 million Diwali conversations between November 2024 and October 2025, marking a record cultural ...

Diwali, India`s Festival of Lights, is now on UNESCO`s Intangible Cultural Heritage list! A proud moment for India. Discover the significance and celebrate with us!

Bella Markovitz Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 3:05 p.m. | Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 3:05 p.m. LED tealights flickered between vibrant garlands and flowers Nov. 2 at the Baierl Family YMCA in Franklin Park. More ...

Every year, Diwali hosts an unforgettable evening to ring in the New Year! From 7 PM until 2 AM, immerse yourself in a lively ...

India Society of Worcester hosted Boston’s first-ever Diwali celebration in Faneuil Hall Marketplace on Saturday. The celebration featured dance performances featuring youth groups and traditional ...