As the night drew to a close, Rohan reflected on the true meaning of Diwali – the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and love over hate. He felt grateful for the rich cultural heritage that had been passed down to him, and he knew that he would carry the memories of this special night with him for years to come.

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Ananya landed in Varanasi and walked into the old house. The air was thick with the smell of gulab jamun and camphor. Amma was sitting on her wooden chowki, surprisingly alert. Beside her lay a heavy steel trunk—the kind with peeling paint and a lock that wheezed when opened.