World leaders and diplomats, including UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, extended Diwali greetings, while New York and Toronto formally recognised the Festival of Lights. United Arab Emirates Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, European Union Ambassador to India Jean-Eric Paquet and the ambassadors of Norway and Germany were among those who shared festive wishes ahead of Diwali, which is being celebrated on Sunday, November 8.