Diwali celebrations in India feature unique diyas from different regions; each showcasing cultural heritage and artisans' creativity. Highlights include Chattisgarh's 24-hour 'Magic Lamp,' Mannar ...

Diyas are small clay oil lamps that are associated with light overcoming darkness. ... They are typically made from dyed rice, sand, flour or flowers and are often designed by the women in a family.

In a vivid celebration of art and national unity, renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik crafted an impressive sculpture at Puri Beach, honouring Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day). This ...

It's time for the festival of lights once again! However, this time round, why not try something creative with the diyas this Deepavali? Says Nidhi Inani, who loves to decorate her diyas ...

Diyas. The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit roots “deepa” (lights) and “avali” (row). The word, in turn, translates to row of lights.

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Bhubaneswar: Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a six-foot sand sculpture using 2000 mud diyas on Puri sea beach for the G20 Summit to be held on September 9 and 10 in New Delhi.

Pattnaik's creation utilized around 1,000 mud Diyas and approximately five tons of sand, conveying a heartfelt message: "Tribute to Sardar Patel." ...

The diyas they colored on their worksheets were lanterns, glowing for Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights. The rangolis were designs to decorate a home, perhaps by arranging sand or powder.

Sand Diyas of Gujarat. Sand diyas of Gujarat. In Gujarat, fine sand is added to the process of making diyas, and therefore, they end up being delicate and transient lamps.