People light earthen lamps in a formation of the 'Swastika', a Hindu symbol of peace, a day before the Hindu festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad November 8, 2007. Lamps are traditionally used during Diwali, the annual Hindu festival of lights, to decorate homes. The festival will be celebrated across the country on November 9. Reuters Pictures 27 months ago

People light earthen lamps in a formation of the 'Swastika', a Hindu symbol of peace, a day before the Hindu festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad November 8, 2007. Lamps are traditionally used during Diwali, the annual Hindu festival of lights, to decorate homes. The festival will be celebrated across the country on November 9.