Stunning images of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights

Indian Border Security Force soldiers light candles and crackers as part of Diwali celebrations at the India-Bangladesh border post of Lankamura, about 5 kilometers (3 miles) from Agartala, India, Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2013. Diwali, the festival of lights dedicated to the Goddess of wealth Lakshmi, is being celebrated across the country Tuesday. (AP Photo / Sushanta Das)