An early Diwali

This is that time of the year when all the places where Indians are heavy in numbers or have a say in the goings-on will glitter in lights on account of the Diwali. Though the festival of lights (I also prefer ‘sound’) is still good 10 days away, there are every signs of early festivities.

And why not? The Sensex, the barometer of how prasanna Dhanlaxmi is, is scaling highs at an unbelievable pace. The 20K summit is already climbed. One waits with bated breath to see where it will go on the day of Muhurat trading for the ‘Samvat year 2064’.

Meanwhile as the expectations for loud and cheerful fireworks build up for Samvat trading, the news of Mukesh Ambani taking over the mantle of the world’s richest overtaking the celebrated duo – Gates and Buffet – has added fuel in the fire.

Here are 2 stories on what Diwali is like in Johannesburg and Washington. Will have more stories as the days near.

1. Johannesburg lit up for Diwali
2. US house of representatives pass resolution honouring Diwali