In pictures: Diwali celebrations
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These women in Agartala, India, are among Hindus around the world celebrating Diwali, their faith's main annual festival. -
The Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab, is the focus of festivities for Sikhs, who as well as the Jains, also mark Diwali. -
Across the border, this woman and child in Karachi are among Pakistan's 3.3 million Hindus taking part in the festivities. -
A girl lights a lamp in a temple in Durban, South Africa. Because of the lights, fireworks, and sweets involved, Diwali is a great favourite with children. -
The clay lamps, known as diyas, seen here in Amritsar, India, are traditionally placed throughout the home. -
Fireworks light up the night during a Diwali firecracker competition Allahabad, India. -
A statue of a Hindu deity in Calcutta, India receives some final touches before the festival, which marks the victory of good over evil. -
For those taking part, like this Malaysian woman in Kuala Lumpur, Diwali is a celebration of hope, friendship and the simple joys of life. -
happy belated diwali
