Diwali, the great Indian festival, the festival of lights, the festival of joy, is around the corner and people can be seen all geared up for celebration. On this festival day, courtyards are decorated with colourful rangoli, and lamps are lit, people dress in new clothes, eat delicacies, share gifts, light lamps, and as the sun sets, they burst crackers. From feasting to fireworks, the festival brings friends and families together in innumerable ways.