Highlighting ongoing security efforts, SSP Doda Sandeep Mehta confirmed that comprehensive security arrangements have been established for tourists visiting Bhaderwah and surrounding areas. The district's officials confirmed that the Army and Police have coordinated to fortify checkpoints
When the clock struck midnight, the London sky lit up with a dazzling fireworks display, drawing thousands of revellers to major tourist landmarks including the London Eye, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey.
A large number of tourists gathered at the historic Ridge Ground in Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, on the night of December 31 and Thursday morning to celebrate the New Year.
Fireworks lit up the night sky, and streets buzzed with celebrations as people across India welcomed the New Year 2026 with enthusiasm, prayers and public gatherings. From Delhi to Bengaluru and Amritsar, the arrival of the New Year was marked with joy and music.
"The work of Sangh has completed 100 years, therefore, Hindu Sammelan are being organised across the country," Bhagwat said while addressing a Hindu Sammelan.
In Delhi, Connaught Place and Vasant Vihar saw a steady influx of revellers as families and groups gathered in markets and open spaces ahead of the New Year 2026.
Speaking to ANI, while outlining the city's security and emergency response plan ahead of year-end festivities, Commissioner Putta Vimaladitya said, "We expect around two lakh people to gather in the Fort Kochi area to celebrate the New Year. We have made detailed arrangements, including
Star cricketer Virat Kohli rarely shares posts on social media, but whenever he does, they quickly send fans into a frenzy. His latest post features the "light of his life," his wife Anushka Sharma, and as expected, it went viral shortly.
With the New Year just hours away, the cast of the popular television show Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! joined in the celebrations by sending warm wishes to fans who have welcomed them into their homes year after year.