Diwali celebrations across the world are now under way.
Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs are marking the festival of lights with colourful celebrations.
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In northern India, this date also marks the beginning of the new year.
Pictured are people shopping on the eve of Diwali in Jammu, India.