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Live Updates | Happy New Year 2025 Celebrations: Devotees Offer Prayers In Temples Across India, PM Narendra Modi Extends Greetings On The Occasion Of New Year 2025

Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with hope, renewal, and global festivities that unite hearts worldwide.

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Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: As we welcome 2025 with open arms, this transition brings a sense of hope and renewal, symbolizing fresh opportunities and new beginnings.

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As India joyfully welcomed 2025, the nation celebrated with unmatched enthusiasm and vibrant festivities. President Droupadi Murmu extended her heartfelt New Year greetings on Wednesday, urging citizens to renew their commitment to building a brighter, more inclusive, and sustainable future for both India and the world. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also conveyed his New Year wishes, expressing hope for a year filled with “new opportunities, success, and endless joy” for everyone.

The celebrations, marked by dazzling fireworks, lively music, and warm family gatherings, reflected a spirit of hope, unity, and anticipation. From grand public displays to intimate moments with loved ones, the start of the new year carried with it a collective sense of optimism and the promise of turning aspirations into reality.

Happy New Year 2025: History, Significance, Traditions, And Why We Celebrate New Year's Day

01 January 2025
15:13 IST

New Year Live Updates: Asha Negi Goes All ‘Gen Z’ Way To Wish Fans On New Year

Television actress Asha Negi kicked off the New Year in a fun and unique way, embracing Gen Z humour and bidding farewell to traditional resolutions. With a playful post on social media, the actress shared her lighthearted take on 2025. The ‘Baarish’ star took to her Instagram handle to wish everyone a Happy New Year. She shared a series of her pictures from a beach, oozing charm in a brown dress. Her outfit was paired with white sunglasses, heart-shaped earrings, and minimal makeup.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Asha Negi (@ashanegi)

 

 

15:11 IST

Live New Year Updates: 'The New Year Is About Moving Forward,' Says Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Arun Sao

Raipur: Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Arun Sao says, "The new year is about moving forward with new enthusiasm, new resolutions and I think everyone should move forward with this aim."

 

 

15:07 IST

New Year Updates Live: Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya Offers Prayers At The Mansa Devi Temple

Panchkula: Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya offered prayers at the Mansa Devi temple on the first day of the year 2025. Watch: 

 

 

 

15:02 IST

New Year Live Updates: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Extends New Year Wishes

Guwahati, Assam: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "Happy New Year. I'd like to convey my best wishes to every citizen of India for the year 2025... This year will lay a solid foundation for Viksit Bharat. This year, India will prosper, be stronger, and shine in the world..." Watch:

 

 

14:59 IST

Live New Year 2025 Updates: Tourists Throng Solang To Celebrate New Year

Solang, Himachal Pradesh: Tourists throng Solang to celebrate New Year amidst snowfall. Watch video:

 

 

 

14:42 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Calls 2025 'A Year Of Reforms'

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh calls 2025 a year of reform, says "A step in modernisation of Armed forces." The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has declared 2025 as the 'Year of Reforms.' With this declaration, the MoD aims to transform the Armed Forces into a technologically advanced, combat-ready force capable of integrated multi-domain operations. 

"Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting with all the Secretaries of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on the eve of the New Year to review the progress on various schemes, projects, reforms and the way ahead. In order to give impetus to the ongoing and future reforms, it was unanimously decided to observe 2025 as the 'Year of Reforms' in the MoD. This would aim at transforming the Armed Forces into a technologically advanced combat-ready force capable of multi-domain integrated operations," as per a Ministry of Defence release. 

During the meeting, it was decided that the MoD would focus that reforms should further bolster Jointness & Integration initiatives, facilitating the establishment of Integrated Theatre Commands. Additionally, it was also emphasised that reforms should focus on new domains such as Cyber and Space, and emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Hypersonics and Robotics. Associated Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures necessary to win future wars should also be developed. 

12:53 IST

New Year 2025 Live: Devotees Arrive For 2025's First Darshan In Mathura's Banke Bihari Temple

Uttar Pradesh: As the New Year 2025 dawned, symbolizing fresh starts and new beginnings, devotees flocked to the Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura to seek Lord Krishna's blessings on the year's very first day. Watch here:

 

 

 

12:43 IST

Live New Year 2025 Updates: Devotees Offer Prayers At Baba Baidyanath Dham Temple In Deoghar

Jharkhand: A large number of devotees offer prayers at Baba Baidyanath Dham temple in Deoghar, on the first day of the year 2025. Deoghar Deputy Commissioner, Vishal Sagar said, "Today is the first day of the New Year, so a large number of devotees are expected to come. The administration has already made preparations for this...we are taking regular rounds. The Municipal Corporation has also made good arrangements for cleanliness. Apart from this, a good number of magistrates and police force have been deployed, a large number of women force has also been deployed..."

 

 

 

11:16 IST

New Year 2025 Updates Live: 94.83 Lakh Pilgrims Visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine In 2024

Jammu & Kashmir: 94.83 lakh pilgrims pay obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in 2024, the second highest number in a decade: Anshul Garg, CEO of SMVDSB (Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board)

 

 

10:50 IST

Live New Year 2025 Updates: Devotees Take A Dip In The Ganga On The First Day Of 2025

Haridwar, Uttarakhand: Devotees take a dip in the Ganga river on the first day of the year, 2025. Visuals from Har Ki Paudi:

 

 

10:43 IST

Live Updates New Year 2025: Prayers At Pracheen Hanuman Mandir On The First Day Of The Year

Delhi: Devotees gather to offer prayers at Pracheen Hanuman Mandir in Connaught Place on the first day of the year, 2025. Have a look:

 

 

10:24 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: People Visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple To Offer Prayers

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: A large number of people visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple to offer prayers on the first day of the year 2025. Watch video:

 

 

09:30 IST

Live New Year 2025 Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Extends Greetings On The Occasion Of New Year 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his New Year wishes to the nation on Wednesday, sharing a message of hope and positivity. He expressed his hopes for new opportunities, success, and joy for everyone as the country marked the arrival of the new year with celebrations and prayers.

"May this year bring everyone new opportunities, success and endless joy. May everybody be blessed with wonderful health and prosperity" PM Modi tweeted.

The country welcomed the New Year with vibrant celebrations and prayers across the country, marked by fireworks, music, and joyous gatherings. From the streets of metro cities to the remote corners, people came together to bid farewell to the past year and welcome the new one with hope and excitement.

09:27 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: First Sunrise Of 2025 From Tamil Nadu

Madurai, Tamil Nadu: Drone visuals of the first sunrise of 2025 from the Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundaraswarar Temple, Watch here:

 

 

09:22 IST

Live Happy New Year 2025 Updates: People Visit St. Mary's Basilica In Bengaluru

Karnataka: A large number of people visit St. Mary's Basilica in Bengaluru's Shivajinagar on the first day of the year, 2025. Watch:

 

 

09:20 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: First Sunrise Of The Year From Puri

Odisha: Visuals of the first sunrise of the year 2025 from Puri. Watch the video here:

 

 

00:03 IST

Happy New Year 2025 LIVE: Fireworks Illuminate The Sky As India Welcomes 2025

As the clock strikes midnight, India erupts in celebration, with dazzling fireworks lighting up the night sky to usher in 2025.

A wave of excitement and hope sweeps across the nation as India steps into a new year, filled with the promise of growth, joy, and prosperity.

23:35 IST

New Year 2025 Live: Thousands Gather Across India To Celebrate As Countdown To New Year 2025 Begins

As 2024 came to a close, people across India flocked to popular tourist spots to witness breathtaking sunsets, marking the beginning of celebrations for 2025. Locations such as Goa's Miramar Beach, Kerala's Shangumugham Beach, Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, and Odisha's Jagannath Temple became hotspots for reflection and joy, with the country's diverse landscapes and cultures coming together to appreciate nature's beauty. In preparation for the New Year's festivities, authorities in major cities, including Gurugram, Hyderabad, Ayodhya, and Delhi, ramped up security with checkpoints, traffic control, and heightened police presence to ensure safety. Residents were urged to celebrate responsibly and cooperate with security forces for a smooth and secure start to the new year.

23:30 IST

New Year 2025 Live: Gulmarg Dazzles With Lights To Celebrate The Beginning Of 2025

New year 2025 is just a few minutes away and Gulmarg is all dolled up with lights to celebrate the new beginings. Watch Video

23:04 IST

Happy New Year 2025 LIVE: Delhi Police Ramps Up Vehicle Checking

Delhi Police increased vehicle inspections across the city on New Year's Eve. Barricades were erected, and traffic was restricted, particularly around Connaught Place.

Key roads leading to the area, including KG Marg, Parliament Street, Barakhamba Road, and Janpath, were closed to traffic.

Commuters were advised to use alternate routes to avoid heavy congestion near Connaught Place.

22:04 IST

New Year 2025 Live: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Extends His Heartfelt Greetings On New Year Eve

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of India for the New Year 2025. In a message shared on December 31, Birla expressed his hopes for the year ahead to bring peace, prosperity, and personal growth to citizens.

He wished for the New Year to usher in joy and enthusiasm for everyone, and for all resolutions to be fulfilled. "My dear fellow countrymen, I send my warmest greetings and best wishes for the New Year 2025. May this year bring fresh joy and energy to your lives and to your loved ones. I hope all your resolutions come true," Birla said.

20:57 IST

Happy New Year 2025 LIVE: President Murmu's New Year Message

As the new year dawns, President Droupadi Murmu shared her warm greetings with citizens on New Year's Eve, inspiring them to steer "our society and nation" toward unity and excellence in 2025.

In her heartfelt message, she highlighted that the arrival of the new year brings with it a wave of fresh hopes, dreams, and aspirations. President Murmu encouraged everyone to embrace this occasion as a chance to move forward with renewed energy and determination to achieve "our goals."

She called on all to welcome 2025 with joy and enthusiasm, extending her "sincere greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both within the country and abroad."

20:37 IST

New Year Countdown Live: Delhi Police Conducts Patrolling

Delhi Police conducts patrolling in the national capital on the occasion of New Year's Eve. Watch

20:33 IST

Happy New Year 2025 LIVE: Delhi Police Enhances Vigilance

On New Year's Eve, Delhi Police has intensified the patrolling across the national capital and hightened the security measures.

20:04 IST

Happy New Year 2025 LIVE: Enhanced security in Mumbai for New Year’s Eve celebrations

Over 14,000 police officers have been stationed across Mumbai as part of extensive security measures to ensure safety and maintain order during the New Year’s Eve festivities, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Crowds are anticipated at key locations around the city, including Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Girgaon Chowpatty, Bandra Bandstand, and Juhu and Versova beaches.

19:34 IST

Happy New Year 2025 LIVE: Australia Welcomes 2025 with Spectacular Fireworks In Sydney

Australia ushered in 2025 with a spectacular display of dazzling fireworks, lighting up the night sky in a brilliant celebration of the New Year. Here's the video. 

19:05 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Watch The Last Varanasi Ganga Aarti Of The Year 2024 

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: The last Ganga Aarti of the year 2024 was performed at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. Watch the video here:

 

 

19:02 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: People Gather At The Iconic Lal Chowk To Celebrate New Year's Eve

Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir: People gather at the Lal Chowk on the occasion of New Year's Eve. Watch the video as people dance and celebrate here:

 

 

18:55 IST

New Year Live Updates: Australia Celebrates The Beginning Of New Year 2025

Australia celebrates the beginning of New Year 2025 with dazzling fireworks in Sydney. Watch here:

 

 

18:53 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Drone Visuals From Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Madurai, Tamil Nadu: Drone visuals of the last sunset of 2024 from the Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundaraswarar Temple. Watch here:

 

 

18:19 IST

New Year Live Updates: "The Best Is Yet To Come," Jennifer Lopez Says In Emotional Year-end Recap

Jennifer Lopez has shared a heartfelt video reflecting on the highs and lows of 2024, looking forward to a brighter year ahead. In a year-end social media post, Jennifer Lopez took a moment to recap her journey through 2024, embracing the challenges and celebrating her achievements. Watch the video here: 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)

 

18:19 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Bengaluru Police Tightens Security

New Year celebration: As the festive season swept across the country, Bengaluru police have increased security measures to control large gatherings ahead of the New Year celebration. The Bengaluru Police have deployed 11,000 personnel and implemented extensive security measures across several key areas in the city where large crowds are expected to gather for New Year celebrations.

18:08 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: People Gather At Australia's Sydney Opera House For The New Year celebrations

Sydney: One of the people gathered at Sydney Opera House to witness the New Year celebration said, "I am from Nepal and I am very excited to witness the celebrations here... I wish New Year to everyone in advance..."

 

 

18:01 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Last Sunset Of 2024 From Himachal Pradesh 

With 2025 about to begin in a few hours, watch the last evening of 2024. Visuals from Lahaul and Spiti:

 

 

17:53 IST

New Year Live Updates: Last Sunset Of 2024 From Gujarat

As the world celebrates the arrival of 2025, watch the last sunset of 2024 from Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

 

 

17:49 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Security Heightened In Mumbai As People Get Ready To Ring In The New Year

Maharashtra: Security heightened in Mumbai ahead of the New Year's Eve celebrations. Watch visuals from Marine Drive:

 

 

17:45 IST

Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: Security Heightened In Mussoorie Ahead Of New Year celebrations

Uttarakhand: Anuj Kumar, CO Mussoorie said, "Tourists are coming continuously ahead of the New Year celebration...All the security preparations have been done...We are monitoring all the movements..."

17:40 IST

Kareena Kapoor Shares 'Last Selfies Of 2024' As She Bids The Year Goodbye

Kareena Kapoor Khan wraps up 2024 with a series of stunning selfies from her Swiss vacation, featuring her iconic pout, sun-kissed glow, and a chic leopard print outfit. See her post here:

 

 

17:38 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: New Year Celebrations Cut Back Across South Korea

In South Korea, celebrations were cut back or cancelled as the country observes a period of national mourning following the Sunday crash of a Jeju Air flight at Muan that killed 179 people.

17:35 IST

New Year Live Updates: Watch The Last Sunset Of 2024 From Mussoorie's Lal Tibba Sunset Point

Uttarakhand: As the Sun begins to dip below the horizon, it marks the last sunset of the year 2024. Visuals from Mussoorie's Lal Tibba Sunset Point:

 

 

17:23 IST

New Year 2025 Live Updates: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma Visits Mehandipur Balaji Temple

Dausa: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited Mehandipur Balaji Temple and offered prayers on the last day of 2024.

 

 

17:19 IST

Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: Arjun Kapoor Wraps 2024 In 20 Seconds, Wishes Fans

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor wrapped up 2024 by sharing a quick 20-second video on social media that sums up his year. The actor posted the video on his Instagram handle with the caption, “My 2024 wrapped in 20 seconds! #HappyNewYear #2025.” Watch the video here:

 

 

17:08 IST

Live New Year 2025 Updates: Last Sunset Of 2024 From The Banks Of Hooghly River, Kolkata

West Bengal: As the Sun begins to dip below the horizon, it marks the last sunset of the year 2024. Visuals from the banks of Hooghly River, Kolkata:

 

 

17:05 IST

Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: 2024's Last Sunset From Delhi's Akshardham Area

Watch: As the Sun begins to dip below the horizon, it marks the last sunset of the year 2024; visuals from Akshardham area:

 

 

 

17:00 IST

Live Happy New Year Updates: Watch The Last Sunset Of 2024 From Odisha's Shri Jagannath Puri Temple

Odisha: As the Sun begins to dip below the horizon, it marks the last sunset of the year 2024. Visuals from Shri Jagannath Puri Temple:

 

 

16:35 IST

Live Updates - Happy New Year 2025: New Zealand Among The First To Usher In New Year 2025

As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2024, New Zealanders ushered in the New Year with breathtaking celebrations, becoming the first country in the world to enter 2025. In New Zealand's largest city, Auckland, the iconic Sky Tower served as the centerpiece of the festivities, dazzling spectators with a stunning fireworks display. Thousands gathered at the waterfront, cheering and singing as the sky lit up with vibrant colors.

 

16:31 IST

New Year Live Updates: Record-breaking Celebration! 8.09bn People Ready To Celebrate The Arrival Of 2025 

By the end of 2024, the global population reached an unprecedented 8.09 billion, reflecting a growth of over 71 million people throughout the year, according to estimates from the US Census Bureau. 

Heading into January 2025, demographic trends are set to persist, with the world witnessing an average of 4.2 births and 2.0 deaths every second. This dynamic is expected to contribute to a consistent net increase in the global population. 

India held its position as the world’s most populous country in 2024, boasting an estimated population of 1.41 billion (1,409,128,296), marginally ahead of China’s 1.41 billion (1,407,929,929) as of July. Meanwhile, the United States ranked third, with a projected population of 341.1 million as of New Year’s Day 2025, marking an annual growth of 2.6 million people or 0.78%.

(Pic Credit: US Census Bureau)

16:24 IST

Happy New Year Live Updates: Elaborate Security Arrangements In Kolkata On New Year’s Eve

Ahead of New Year's Eve Celebrations, a total of 4,500 police personnel will be on the streets of Kolkata till early Wednesday morning to ensure that the festive mood is not dampened. “Generally, security arrangements are made elaborate on this day every year with a focus on the Park Street area. However, this year considering several other factors, the security arrangements in the city have been made more elaborate. All units have been kept on high alerts,” said a senior official of the city police.

16:10 IST

Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: Delhi Traffic Police Issues Advisory For Connaught Place

Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory barring the entry of vehicles in Connaught Place beyond certain points, including R/A Mandi House, R/A Bengali Market, North foot of Ranjit Singh flyover and R/A Windsor Place.

 

 

15:59 IST

Happy New Year 2025 Live Updates: Gurugram Police To Deploy 2,000 Personnel

On security measures ahead of New Year's Eve Celebrations, PRO Gurugram Police, Sandeep Kumar said, "22 hotspots for New Year celebrations have been identified. 2000 Gurugram police officers will be deployed. We have set up 10 parking places near the hotspots. 10 inter-state barricades and 68 barricades within Gurugram have been set up. The checking will start at 4 pm..."

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