People visit shops of earthen lamps, known as Diya, flowers and decorative lights ahead of Diwali festival in Bangalore, India, 29 October 2024. Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, symbolizes the victory of good over evil, and commemorates Lord Rama's return to his kingdom Ayodhya after completing a 14-year exile. Diwali will be celebrated this year on 31 October. (Photo by Jagadeesh N.V./EPA/EFE)
