Christmas In India

PM Modi attends Christmas service at Delhi church, extends his greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended a Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Church of the Redemption here along with a large congregation of Christians of Delhi and north India. The service included prayers, carols, hymns and a special prayer for the prime minister by Rt. Rev. Dr. Paul Swarup, the Bishop of Delhi. "Attended the Christmas morning service at The Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi. The service reflected the timeless message of love, peace and compassion. May the spirit of Christmas inspire harmony and goodwill in our society," Modi said in a post on X. Earlier, the prime minister greeted citizens on Christmas. "Wishing everyone a joyous Christmas filled with peace, compassion and hope. May the teachings of Jesus Christ strengthen harmony in our society," he said in another post on X. Over the last few years, PM Modi has been regularly attending programmes connected with the Christian community. During Easter in 2023, he attended a program

Delhi traffic advisory for Christmas: Check alternate routes, diversions

Traffic will be diverted at major junctions such as Sheikh Sarai red light on Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Asian Market red light on MB Road, and PTS Malviya Nagar red light

Christmas 2025 guide: Know date, origin, history, and why it is celebrated

The most joyful time of the year is here, with Christmas set to be celebrated on Thursday, Dec 25 globally. Also, this date has been recognised as a United States federal holiday since the late 1800s

Merry Christmas 2025: Best wishes and messages to send to your loved ones

In the Gregorian calendar, Christmas Eve is celebrated on December 24. The day, which is also known as the Vigil of Christmas, is thought to mark the end of the Advent season

Tu Meri Main Tera sees muted advance booking ahead of Christmas release

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is coming to theatres this Christmas, facing Dhurandhar. Kartik Aaryan and Ananya's film opened to cold advance bookings, with the sale of just 50k tickets

Bank holiday on Christmas: Banks to stay shut for five days in many states

For Christmas Eve in 2025, banks in Mizoram, Nagaland, and Meghalaya will be closed on December 24. On December 25, however, all banks nationwide will observe a holiday in observance of Christmas

Best places to celebrate Christmas in India: Top cities & festive hotspots

In India, Christmas is a time of lights, music, and joy. The nation celebrates in its own special way, from bustling city streets to serene coastal communities. It will be celebrated on Dec 25, 2025

Best Christmas movies to watch in 2025: Classics, rom-coms and family picks

Christmas is a very joyous occasion for all holiday lovers. Here's a curated list of must-watch Christmas films, spanning family favourites, rom-coms, adventures and animated classics

Merry Christmas 2024: Wishes, messages and greetings for your loved ones

Christmas is the most magical time of the year, a season of joy, love, and togetherness. So, here are the Christmas messages, wishes, and greetings to share with your loved ones

President Murmu extends Christmas greetings, calls for unity, peace

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday greeted citizens on the eve of Christmas and hoped that the "forces of trust and forgiveness" will be strengthened around the world, bringing people closer to each other. "As we celebrate this sacred day, let us imbibe Jesus Christ's message of love and harmony in our lives. His teachings of brotherhood and welfare of all continue to light the path to a better world. This festival inspires us to foster unity and peace," she said. In this season of peace, "I hope the forces of trust and forgiveness will be strengthened around the world, bringing people closer to each other," Murmu said. The President extended her heartiest greetings and best wishes to all Indians, especially Christians, according to a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Merry Christmas 2024: Festival history, significance, tradition, and more

Christmas 2024 history and significance: Christmas is a vibrant festival blending religious devotion with cultural exuberance. The celebrations begin on Christmas Eve and continue till December 25th

Christmas 2024 speech ideas: Long, short speeches for students in English

It's Christmas and time for many students to participate in events in their schools and colleges to give speeches. Here are some short and long Christmas Day speech ideas in English

Banks to be closed for Christmas: Full list of states

Banks will be closed in Mizoram, Nagaland and Meghalaya for Christmas Eve on December 24

PM Modi stresses unity, condemns violence at Christmas celebration event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said it pains his heart when there are attempts to spread violence and cause disruption in society. Speaking at the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India, Modi stressed the importance of strengthening the spirit of love, harmony and brotherhood in line with the teachings of Jesus Christ. Citing the Christmas market attack in Germany and the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka, he said it is important to come together and fight such challenges. Modi stressed that only a human-centric approach as adopted by India can take a 21st century world to new heights. This is the first time that a prime minister has attended such a programme at the headquarters of the Catholic Church in India. The prime minister also said no matter where they are or what crisis they face, today's India sees it as its duty to bring its citizens to safety. He recollected several memories, particularly the fulfilling moments when Father

Christmas 2024: Best Christmas movies to watch this holiday season

Christmas is a holiday filled with cheer and joyful decorations. So, here are the list of best movies to watch with your friends and family and spend some quality time together

Christmas special: 7 Best Secret Santa gifts to give to your colleagues

Playing Secret Santa is a fantastic way to bring happiness to the office. The important thing is to keep the gifts lively and fun regardless of whether you go for a useful or something unusual gift

7 places to visit in India with your family this Christmas season 2024

Christmas is all about coloured lights, cakes and celebrating the festival together with your family. So, get ready to visit these breathtaking Indian cities to enjoy this festival season

'Tis the season: How to get luxuriously creative with your Christmas decor

The essence of Christmas decor lies in creating a warm, joyful, and inviting atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the season. Know how to deck up your home and hearth this festive season

Top 5 perfect destinations to celebrate Christmas 2024 in India; check list

From Goa's beaches to Shimla's snowy streets, there are several places in India offering their unique aura of celebrating Christmas 2024. Here are the top 5 destinations to celebrate the festival

India proudly acknowledges Christian community's contribution: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi heaped praise on the Christian community on Monday for its role in the freedom movement and in various fields like healthcare and education, and said the country proudly acknowledges its contribution. In an interaction with the members of the community at his residence here on Christmas, Modi said the values of compassion, inclusivity and justice for all propagated by Jesus Christ also served as a "guiding light" in his government's development journey. Praising the community for playing an important role in giving direction to the society and sense of service, he noted that Mahatma Gandhi had said the Non-cooperation Movement was conceived under the patronage of Sushil Kumar Rudra, the then Principal of St. Stephen's College. Modi also recalled his old, intimate and warm relations with Christians since his days as the Gujarat chief minister and said they have always been at the forefront in serving the poor and deprived. Many thinkers and leaders from