New Delhi, Dec. 25 -- People across the nation celebrated the festival of Christmas with great enthusiasm and festive fervour. From candle lighting to singing Christmas carols, the festival was welcomed with love and brotherhood, the very spirit of the festival of joy.

Cities across the nation radiated festive spirit. Streets and homes had been adorned with lights, bells, and wreaths as the joy of Christmas swept across India.

In Kolkata's Park Street, people gathered in large numbers to celebrate the festival as the city was adorned in Christmas charm.

A crowd was seen in Lucknow's Hazratganj and at Jammu's St Mary's Garrison Church to dwell in the festivities.

Manali's Mall Road gave space for singing and dancing so people could enj...