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Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, the power couple of Bollywood, shared their festive joy with fans as they celebrated Christmas in a close-knit gathering with family and friends. The couple, who tied the knot in April 2022, welcomed their daughter, Raha, in November 2022, and this Christmas marked a special celebration for the new family. The festivities kicked off on Christmas Eve with a dinner hosted by Alia's parents, Mahesh Bhatt and Soni Razdan.

BEIJING (Reuters) — Giant Christmas trees adorned with lights, tinsel and gift boxes greet shoppers at glittering malls in big Chinese cities like Shanghai and Chongqing, but in many parts of China, extending season's greetings is out of the question.

ANI, the original Parliament House in India, crafted by British architects Sir Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, stands as a colonial-era structure that underwent a six-year construction period from 1921 to 1927. Originally designated as the Council House, the building functioned as the residence for the Imperial Legislative Council. Also Read: New Parliament inauguration row: Here's what Indian constitution says about powers of PM and President The demand for a replacement Indian Parliament building had been overdue for quite some time.

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Manali, Solang, and Atal Tunnel up to Sissu in Lahaul-Spiti, seeking a White Christmas after a recent snowfall in the region. The influx of vehicles created bottlenecks, particularly in popular areas like Solang, where a 4 to 5-km traffic jam ensued due to the sheer volume of visitors. From Saturday until 10:30 am on Sunday, a staggering 12,701 vehicles passed through Atal Tunnel Rohtang.

Himachal Pradesh, particularly on Christmas and in anticipation of the approaching new year. The state experienced a substantial influx of visitors at its tourist destinations, which are facing heavy traffic jams and slow vehicular movement owing to the spirit of festive fervour on Christmas. Also Read: Merry Christmas 2023: Top 20 wishes and messages for Christmas Day; what to write on cards Local residents of Himachal Pradesh encountered comparable disruptions as tourists from various parts of the country began converging on the well-liked hill stations of Shimla and Manali in anticipation of Christmas and New Year celebrations.

no joy" this Christmas as Israel bombed the besieged Palestinian territory on Monday, with no end in sight to the war that Hamas says has claimed more than 20,000 lives. Festivities were effectively scrapped in the occupied West Bank city of Bethlehem, revered as the birthplace of Jesus Christ, with few worshippers or tourists on the usually packed streets.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) bigwigs led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the 'Sadaiv Atal' memorial in New Delhi on Monday to offer floral tributes on the 99th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar were also present at the memorial. Leaders like Former President Ram Nath Kovind, BJP National President JP Nadda, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, and others paid their respects by offering floral tributes on the occasion.

Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a major influx of tourists this holiday season as people throng the state to celebrate Christmas Eve and the upcoming New Year. Tourists this time have numbered in lakhs, official sources say. The state's renowned tourist destinations, including the Atal Tunnel Rohtang, spanning 9.2 kilometers and acclaimed as the world's longest at an elevation of 10,000 feet, saw a huge surge in visitor numbers. Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu welcomed the tourists, acknowledging their presence in the state. He said that on December 24, approximately 65,000 tourists visited the Atal Tunnel, Rohtang, with more than 12,000 vehicles transporting them. Commending the efforts of the district administration and the police, CM Sukhu acknowleged their efficient management of the substantial tourist influx, particularly at the North and South Portals of the Rohtang Tunnel.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Born in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, on December 25, 1924, Vajpayee served as the nation's prime minister three times. BJP's national president, JP Nadda, has directed party officials and state presidents nationwide to honour Atal Bihari Vajpayee's legacy by laying floral tributes at his portrait in all booths. Additionally, creative programs will be organized at each booth to highlight Vajpayee's poetic contributions. The celebration of Vajpayee's birth anniversary is part of the six booth-level programs initiated by the party. These events will involve discussions at every booth, focusing on the remarkable personality and achievements of the former Prime Minister.

midnight masses and carols sung in praise of Lord Jesus ushered in the Christmas festivities in Goa where several people gathered at churches and beaches for the celebrations held throughout the night. The streets of capital city Panaji were crowded with people who participated in the celebrations till the early hours of Monday after attending the midnight masses in churches. The famous Church Square in the heart of Panaji turned into a sea of people, as a large number of tourists have also arrived for the Christmas and New Year celebrations in the coastal state, which has about 30 per cent Christian population.

Merry Christmas 2023: As the festive season envelops the world in a warm embrace, adorned with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the unmistakable scent of freshly baked treats, our hearts resonate with the joy and goodwill that Christmas brings. Yet, amidst the carolers' melodies and the festive cheer, one may ponder a curious linguistic quirk that has endured the test of time: why do we say «Merry Christmas» instead of "Happy Christmas"? History behind Merry Christmas & Happy Christmas: The origins of this linguistic preference are shrouded in history, reaching back to the time when the phrase «Merry Christmas» found its roots in medieval England.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee at the ‘Sadaiv Atal’ memorial, on his birth anniversary. December 25 marks the birth anniversary of the late Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a former Prime Minister and prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday, December 25 greeted people on the occasion of Christmas and wished them joy, peace and prosperity. PM Narendra Modi said on X, “Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! May this festive season bring joy, peace and prosperity to all." “Let’s celebrate the spirit of harmony and compassion that Christmas symbolizes, and work towards a world where everyone is happy and healthy. We also recall the noble teachings of Lord Christ," he added.

Mohan Yadav said. While speaking to reporters after meeting BJP President JP Nadda in Delhi, the CM said that the oath taking ceremony will take place at 3.30 pm. On 13 December, Mohan Yadav took oath as the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh and Rajendra Shukla and Jagdish Devda were appointed as deputy chief ministers.

cricket for more reasons than one. Let’s have a look at controversies and talking points of the year. Big cricket cities in India like Indore, Mohali, Rajkot, and Nagpur were upset about not being picked to host World Cup 2023 games.

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi extended greetings to the people of the country on the occasion of Christmas. Taking to his official social media account, X, the Congress leader, said, "Merry Christmas! May your hearts be filled with love, your homes with happiness, and your lives with peace." The Congress party posted on X, «The Congress family wishes you all a Merry Christmas and a season filled with love and togetherness. Let us cherish the spirit of unity and compassion during this holiday season!» People across the country celebrated Christmas Eve with mass midnight prayers taking place in different states.

Pope Francis has kicked off global Christmas celebrations with a call for peace, as Israel's war on Hamas and Russia's invasion of Ukraine cast a shadow over one of the world's favourite holidays. Having said earlier in the day that he was thinking of people «who are suffering from war — we are thinking of Palestine, of Israel, of Ukraine», the pope struck a sombre tone during his Christmas Eve mass.

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Atal Bihari Vajpayee, BJP is set to organise several events across the country. Vajpayee was born on December 25, 1924, in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and was elected three times as the nation's prime minister. BJP national president JP Nadda has asked party officials and state presidents across the country to pay floral tributes to Atal Bihari Vajpayee's portrait at all booths and discuss the wonderful personality and work of the former Prime Minister.

Salaar-Part 1 Box Office collection Day 4: Superstar Parbhas starrer and blockbuster KGF series director Prashanth Neel's latest venture 'Salaar: Part One- Ceasefire' is ruling the box office by collecting ₹13.64 crore in advance booking for its fourth day at theatres, according to Sacnilk's data. The movie on its third day, bagged over ₹200 crore in India itself. According to the official handle of Salaar, which shared the latest earnings of the film globally, the film crossed ₹295 crore.