Kolkata's NYE parties shift indoors due to cold weather
Kolkata residents moved New Year's Eve celebrations indoors as temperatures plummeted. Read how families adapted plans with heaters, bonfires, and warm drinks to welcome 2025.
Kolkata residents moved New Year's Eve celebrations indoors as temperatures plummeted. Read how families adapted plans with heaters, bonfires, and warm drinks to welcome 2025.
India celebrated New Year 2026 with vibrant fireworks, cultural events, and large public gatherings. PM Modi reflected on 2025's reforms, while President Murmu wished for prosperity. Read more about the nationwide celebrations.
Kolkata's New Year's Eve celebrations saw a late-night surge on Park Street, while other city hubs like Patuli and Lake Town buzzed with activity. Footfall data from major attractions revealed. Read more.
As the world welcomed 2026, Dubai's Burj Khalifa dazzled with a light show, while Sydney held a solemn tribute for Bondi attack victims before its fireworks. Get the full global roundup.
Discover 10 fascinating New Year's traditions from around the world to inspire your 2026 celebrations. Embrace global customs for good luck and prosperity!
As the world rings in 2025, Indian cities like Bengaluru and Delhi enforce major traffic curbs. Get the latest updates on New Year's Eve restrictions and celebrations here.
Auckland and Sydney ushered in 2026 with spectacular fireworks. Sydney's celebrations were marked by a tribute to Bondi attack victims and a strong police presence. Read more.
Tired of overpriced, crowded NYE events? Discover why a simple, cozy home celebration with friends is the most authentic and memorable way to welcome the New Year. Get tips for the perfect plan!
Discover the unique Spanish '12 grapes under the table' ritual for New Year's Eve 2025. Learn its meaning, step-by-step rules, and how to attract luck, love, and prosperity.
Sydney held a defiant NYE vigil after its worst mass shooting in 30 years, while Auckland's Sky Tower dazzled. Indonesia & Hong Kong scaled back festivities in solidarity with disaster victims. Read the full report.
As 2026 dawned, major cities like Auckland and Sydney lit up the sky with breathtaking fireworks. Crowds gathered globally to celebrate the New Year with joy and excitement. Track the celebrations here!
Discover how people across India are already planning unique and vibrant celebrations for New Year's Eve 2026. From grand parties to cultural events, get a sneak peek into the future of festivities.
New Zealand became the first major nation to enter 2026, celebrating with a breathtaking fireworks show from Auckland's iconic Sky Tower. Watch the stunning display here!
Discover why Kiribati is always the first country to celebrate the New Year. Learn about the International Date Line shift, UTC+14, and how it was 3:30 PM IST when they entered 2026.
New Year's fireworks terrify pets. Learn expert tips to create a safe space, manage anxiety, and celebrate quietly with your dog or cat. Start the year with empathy, not noise.
Discover Mumbai's top New Year's Eve 2026 plans. From masquerade dance floors in Prabhadevi to grand buffets at ITC Maratha and disco parties in Bandra, find your perfect celebration. Book now!
As 2025 ends, the world gears up to welcome 2026 with joy, hope, and vibrant celebrations. Join Livemint for live updates on the New Year festivities.
Google marks the arrival of 2026 with a vibrant, animated Doodle on December 31, 2025. The creative artwork features festive elements and a countdown clock. Check out the details here!
Tired of loud, expensive New Year parties? Discover why a family celebration at home offers deeper connection, comfort, and authentic joy. Make your New Year's Eve truly matter.
Explore global New Year food traditions from India's jaggery sweets to Spain's 12 grapes. Discover the symbolic foods believed to bring luck, prosperity, and abundance in 2024.
As Delhi-NCR parties, police, bartenders, bouncers & cab drivers work tirelessly for public safety & smooth celebrations. Read their untold stories.
Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chandigarh police unveil comprehensive security and traffic plans for New Year 2026 Eve. Get live updates on restrictions, safe zones, and women's safety squads.
Google's 2025 to 2026 New Year's Eve Doodle is live, marking a global moment of reflection and celebration. See how India and the world welcome 2026.
Google welcomes 2026 with an interactive Doodle and search surprise. Meanwhile, WhatsApp adds stickers and effects for celebrations. Here's how to use them all.
As 2026 arrives, discover why heartfelt New Year messages are more important than ever. People are seeking authentic, warm wishes that acknowledge life's mess and magic, not perfect words.
A new survey shows 76% of Indians have no party plans for New Year's Eve, preferring Netflix, sleep, or social media. Discover why 'no plan' is the new plan and why resolutions are fading.
Planning last-minute New Year's Eve shopping in the US? Find out which major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Costco are open, along with bank and post office timings. Check the complete list now!
Nagpur Police announces a massive 10-hour 'Operation All Out' from Dec 31 to Jan 1, deploying 3500 personnel and sniffer dogs to ensure safe celebrations. Read about the strict measures against drunk driving and drugs.
New York's Times Square Ball Drop will feature a red, white, and blue redesign for 2026, marking the US's 250th anniversary. Discover the historic changes and new patriotic additions to the celebration.
Nagpur welcomes 2026 with high-end parties costing up to Rs 70,000 and intimate society gatherings. Police urge responsible celebrations. Discover how the city is ringing in the new year.