New Delhi: Today, Diwali is being celebrated with great pomp and show across the country. On one hand, every house in the country is lit up with lights, on the other hand, Diwali is being celebrated in foreign countries as well. On Thursday, the Empire State Building lit up with Diwali greetings.

The Consulate General of India in New York said the glittering lights symbolize the victory of light over darkness. The iconic Empire State Building has been lit up in orange to celebrate Diwali. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness.

The air quality in the national capital continued to deteriorate and remained in the 'very poor' category and is likely to further deteriorate to 'severe' category due to bursting of firecrackers at night.

Indian paramilitary soldiers stand guard during the lighting of firecrackers on the occasion of Diwali near the Clock Tower in Srinagar, Indian-controlled Kashmir.

Diwali wishes came from Israel too

Earlier, Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz greeted External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. He said, "My friend S Jaishankar, I wish you and the people of India a very happy Diwali 2024. Israel and India share the values ​​of democracy, freedom and a vision for a bright future. May this festival of light bring happiness, prosperity and peace to all of us. Happy Diwali."

America congratulates India on Diwali

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti shared heartfelt messages on X to celebrate the festival of lights. He said that this Diwali, Indians and Americans at Mission India are sharing these diyas that bring joy and blessings to all. Join the festivities with us to celebrate the festival of lights with music, dance, festive joy and a heart full of gratitude. On behalf of the US Mission in India, I wish everyone a very Happy Diwali.

A special message on Diwali came from Russia

Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov also wished Happy Diwali in Hindi. He said, "On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings to my Indian friends and wish them happiness and prosperity from the bottom of my heart. Happy Diwali."

Australia also wished Happy Diwali

Australian High Commissioner to India and Ambassador to Bhutan Philip Green joined the Diwali celebrations by sharing a post on Instagram, in which he said, "Wishing everyone a very Happy Diwali. Lights, happiness and lots of love!"

Norway also congratulated in a special way

Norway's ambassador to India May-Elin Steiner also shared Diwali greetings in both Hindi and English. She wrote in her official post, "On behalf of all of us, we wish you all a very Happy Diwali."