New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended new year greetings to everyone and prayed for peace and happiness in the society.

"Wishing everyone a wonderful 2026! May the year ahead bring good health and prosperity, with success in your efforts and fulfilment in all that you do," the prime minister said in a post on X.

India, like the rest of the world, rang in the New Year 2026 with enthusiasm, midnight parties and prayers on January 1, as the skies lit up with fireworks and streets buzzed with celebrations.

From Delhi to Bengaluru and Shimla, the arrival of the New Year was marked with joy and music. Crowds gathered at key locations in New Delhi, including Connaught Place and India Gate, to welcome the new y...