Yam Deep, a ritual of lamp lighting in name of ancestors, serves as a way to pay homage to departed loved ones. The tradition of lighting Yam Deep is rooted in mythological beliefs. As Diwali ...

SINGAPORE – Annie Yam was wearing a radiant smile as she got out from the OCBC Aquatic Centre’s swimming pool, despite finishing fourth in the women’s 50m butterfly (35-39 age category ...

Dhanteras is also known as ‘Small Diwali,’ is observed on the thirteenth day of Kartik month’s dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) to honour Yamaraj, the god of death. This day is marked by lighting lamps ...