Indeed, spirituality lies at the heart of Diwali, with devotees specifically seeking blessings from two prominent Hindu deities: Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and Ganesh, the elephant-headed god of good fortune and auspicious beginnings.

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Rajat Gupta is a good person who came from humble beginnings and rose to be someone who was well respected in the business community.

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Like lots of good ideas, the Toscars had small beginnings - Young and a group of friends made a few parodies, held a mini screening and the winners were determined by which film got the loudest cheer.

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Rama V (1868-1910) inherited his father's diplomatic skills and encouraged the beginnings of a modern state, with good communications and an education system that eventually led to the revolt of the middle classes.

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