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Just before Christmas, film and television stars partied with the Mumbai Police at their annual show, Umang.
Photographers across continents have asked youngsters to depict what they wanted as gifts this festive season and here's what they said.
The last barrier to a 365-day professional sporting calendar in Australia looks set to come down with a report in the local media on Friday saying cricketers had agreed to play Twenty20 matches on Christmas Day.
With Christmas just around-the-corner, celebrities give you a lesson or two on feeling festive.
Chef Merajuddin Ansari shares his recipe.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni celebrated Christmas with his family and friends, and notably, Rishabh Pant joined in the festivities.
Rediff readers share their traditional recipes. You can share yours too!
Two days before Sriram Raghavan's thriller Merry Christmas hits theatres, the makers held a screening for the film industry.
There was a memorable meeting with a 'tall, elegant, beautiful girl', who had recently finished her 12th in the strongly tribal Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. 'I was shocked. In this whole sea of villages, I knew for sure there was no other 12th pass girl. I said I want to meet your father.' 'She brought her father, a daily-wage labourer. I asked him: "How come you decided to educate your girl till the 12th standard? You break stones for a living and you don't have a lot of money".' 'He just said one line and in that one line he said everything.'
A bus decorated with Christmas motifs is making people happy in Brazil.
All of the halls, from the East Room to the Red Room, were decked by over 125 volunteers.
Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.
Carols, joyful tidings, presents, beautifully decorated trees, bright lights and a time for a heartfelt prayer. As the world readies for the festival of Christmas, we bring you glimpses.
Check out their fancy Christmas trees, vacation pics and more.
Look how these models are spreading the festive cheer.
The school founded in 1993, prepares its students with acting skills so that they can perform at malls and private events.
'Today, when the planet is in danger, why should India's leaders use petty arguments instead of showing the way?'
'Anantkumar Hegde will be pleased that those thousands who formed a long line to enter the grounds of St Paul's Cathedral on Christmas Eve night were both aware of their 'parentage' -- to use his insulting term -- and would describe themselves as Hindu,' says Rahul Jacob.
At least five people were killed and 40 other suffered injuries after a car rammed into a Christmas parade in Wisconsin.
The Christmas cake is a December highlight that brings the family together for sharing laughter, memories and warm family stories.
Two homemade treats that will transform your Christmas celebration into a glorious one.
These celebs will help you pull off the perfect Christmas look.
And we can't get enough of these whimsical creatures.
'He told me he was very happy to see the realistic portrayal of the cockpit too.' 'His wife told me that I carried the same kind of personality as her husband in my performance.'
Featuring among others the stars of Newton, Victoria and Abdul and Fukrey Returns.
Presenting photographs of decked up christmas trees, cribs and more. Share yours!
'She is a very thoughtful actor.' 'She is in the industry not only because she is beautiful, but also because she is sensible.'
Tell us what you'll be cooking this year for Christmas.
Share your Christmas celebration pics with us, and we'll publish it :)
Your loved ones will love these fancy treats from chef Manish Kusumwal.
'The darker it is, the more our chances of emerging stronger in the light.'
Patcy N shares her mom Amey Fernandes' Pork Roast recipe.
Pick bright bold colours, stay sexy and win hearts.
Reader Saraswat from Keonjhar shared this recipe of Meethe Chawal ahead of Christmas.
The plotters are believed to have included six men and one woman, all in their 20s, who allegedly planned to plant bombs and use knives and firearms to launch a "multi-node" attack at Federation Square, Flinders Street Station and St Paul's Cathedral.
Presenting a traditional recipe from the state of Tamil Nadu.
These recipes are simple and will give a festive twist to your Christmas party.
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