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The spirit of Christmas gripped Indian cities on December 25 as everyone celebrated the festival with religious fervour.

The spirit of Christmas gripped Indian cities on December 25 as everyone celebrated the festival with religious fervour.

The spirit of Christmas gripped Indian cities on December 25 as everyone celebrated the festival with religious fervour.

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The spirit of Christmas gripped the nation as people came together to celebrate the joyous occasion on December 25 across all the states. (Source: PTI)
The spirit of Christmas gripped the nation as people came together to celebrate the joyous occasion on December 25 across all the states. (Source: PTI)
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The celebrations began at midnight as the clock struck 12 with masses being held in various churches, singing of carols, and pealing church bells.( Source: PTI)
The celebrations began at midnight as the clock struck 12 with masses being held in various churches, singing of carols, and pealing church bells.( Source: PTI)
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PM Modi extended the Christmas greetings on X, wishing peace and prosperity to everyone. He also shared highlights from the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India on Monday. ( Source: PTI)
PM Modi extended the Christmas greetings on X, wishing peace and prosperity to everyone. He also shared highlights from the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India on Monday. ( Source: PTI)
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Christian devotees visited the Sacred Heart Cathedral in New Delhi for Christmas celebrations. (Source: PTI)
Christian devotees visited the Sacred Heart Cathedral in New Delhi for Christmas celebrations. (Source: PTI)
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BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda visited the Sacred Heart Cathedral Church on the occasion of Christmas. (Source: PTI)
BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda visited the Sacred Heart Cathedral Church on the occasion of Christmas. (Source: PTI)
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Christian devotees seen during Christmas celebrations at St. Joseph's Cathedral in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. (Source: PTI)
Christian devotees seen during Christmas celebrations at St. Joseph's Cathedral in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. (Source: PTI)
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Tourists were also seen enjoying during a Christmas carnival in Shimla on Wednesday. (Source: PTI)
Tourists were also seen enjoying during a Christmas carnival in Shimla on Wednesday. (Source: PTI)
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In West Bengal, decorative lights lit up houses in the Christian-majority areas as people thronged churches all day. ( Source: PTI)
In West Bengal, decorative lights lit up houses in the Christian-majority areas as people thronged churches all day. ( Source: PTI)
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Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee attended the midnight mass at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Rosary.( Source: PTI)
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee attended the midnight mass at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Rosary.( Source: PTI)
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In the north east, Mizoram celebrated the day with traditional congregational singing services called 'Zaikhawm', while prayers for peace and prosperity were held in churches across Arunachal Pradesh. (Source: PTI)
In the north east, Mizoram celebrated the day with traditional congregational singing services called 'Zaikhawm', while prayers for peace and prosperity were held in churches across Arunachal Pradesh. (Source: PTI)
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Jammu and Kashmir's Christianity community celebrated the festival with special prayers. The churches in the valley were decorated with colourful bunting, lights and balloons. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah also greeted people. ( Source: PTI)
Jammu and Kashmir's Christianity community celebrated the festival with special prayers. The churches in the valley were decorated with colourful bunting, lights and balloons. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah also greeted people. ( Source: PTI)
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US President Joe Biden extended Christmas greetings via his social media handle on X. (Source: X/@JoeBiden)
US President Joe Biden extended Christmas greetings via his social media handle on X. (Source: X/@JoeBiden)
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Former US President Barack Obama also wished everyone on Christmas, sharing a picture from his family's celebration. (Source: X/@BarackObama)
Former US President Barack Obama also wished everyone on Christmas, sharing a picture from his family's celebration. (Source: X/@BarackObama)
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NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and others celebrate Christmas at the International Space Station.  (Source: PTI)
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and others celebrate Christmas at the International Space Station. (Source: PTI)

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