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Here's how different cities celebrated New year eve in India
Except in Chennai, Aizawl, Gangtok, Imphal, and Shillong, the banks will remain open across all other major cities of India on 1 January 2021
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal greeted people on New Year's Day on Friday and hoped the vaccine for Covid-19 will be available soon in India and normal life restored
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on the first day of the new year on Friday
The iconic Times Square New Years' ball is set to be virtual this year as the coronavirus cases continue to surge in the United States especially in the state of New York
Welcoming the New Year, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a veiled dig at the BJP-led Central government and said his heart is with the farmers and labourers who are fighting 'unjust forces'
US President-elect Joe Biden shared a New Year's Eve message on Thursday calling for the nation to "unite, heal and rebuild in 2021"
He extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of the New Year and expressed hope that the people will move ahead with renewed energy to achieve the common goal of the country's progress
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With state govts and police announcing several restrictions, Indians will face more subdued New Year's eve celebrations this year. Here's a state-by-state guide to what you can and can't do today
The last day of the year is to remember India's doctors, health and frontline Covid warriors, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while saluting people who gave their lives in the line of duty
About 30,000 personnel of the Mumbai Police and several drones will be on duty this New Year to ensure that Mumbaikars follow Covid-19 guidelines
Ahead of the New Year, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority imposed a night curfew in Delhi, disallowing celebrations and the assembly of over five people at public places in light of the pandemic
As people gear up to welcome 2021, the Mumbai police on Wednesday announced a slew of restrictions on gatherings and celebrations on the New Year's eve in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic