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Hindus, Muslims gather in unity to celebrate Diwali at historic Karachi temple

  • Diwali honors the victorious return of Lord Rama, one of Hinduism’s most revered figures, from exile
  • Devotees light up homes and workplaces, distribute sweetmeats and wear colorful clothes to mark festival
By BURAQ SHABBIR ·

Despite bans, firecrackers sizzle across India for Diwali

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