Hindu households begin their day with lighting a diya, a sacred act symbolizing light's triumph over darkness. The material of the lamp, from humble clay to precious silver, influences spiritual ...

Kendrapada's Kumbhara Sahi is bustling as around 50 artisans craft a variety of earthen lamps for Diwali. Despite a decline in craftsmen, dedicated individuals like Mina Das continue the tradition, ...

Visakhapatnam: As Diwali approaches, the narrow lanes of Kummari Veedhi in Visakhapatnam’s Akkayyapalem area come alive with traditional diya-making. Here, artisans, including 93-year-old Pardes from ...

West Delhi’s popular potter’s colony, Kumhar Gram is abuzz again! Ahead of Diwali, a gamut of designs in not just diyas but even decoratives are grabbing the attention of environmentally conscious ...

Once bustling with clay artists, Dakshindari now struggles with losses as heavy rain in the last few months disrupt diya-making before Diwali Jaismita Alexander Published 16.10.25, 12:36 PM ...

New Delhi: In India, many schools buzz with multiple creative activities almost a fortnight before Diwali, creating enthusiasm and joy among students and a festive atmosphere at the learning space.

VISAKHAPATNAM: At Prajwal Vani Welfare Society in Visakhapatnam, rows of handmade clay diyas line the tables, are painted, packed, and ready for sale. Each diya has been shaped and coloured by ...