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Time again to say "Happy New Year"

| | Jan 01, 2018, at 05:08 am

Sydney, Dec 31 (IBNS): Amid tight security, people cherished every moment of the last few hours of the passing year as they soaked themselves in dance and merrymaking across the globe to welcome 2018 with much fun and merriment on Sunday.

Australia rang in the New Year with the  spectacular display of rainbow-coloured fireworks cascading from Sydney Harbour Bridge as thousands of revelers witnessed the moment to give a fresh start to the new year.

Former Australian spinner Shane Warne wished: "Happy new year from amazing Melbourne !!! Im so grateful for my 3 wonderful children, amazing family & awesome friends ! #blessed ."

Similar wishes flooded the internet as people across the globe shared their messages with friends and family, nearly choking the world of net.

People in New Zealand too celebrated New Year with equal fun and fancy.

In India, people across metros and cities joined their loved ones in soaking themselves in the moment of merrymaking.

The epicentre of celebration in Kolkata was Park Street where large number of party goers hopped to restaurants and pubs to make the last night a memorable affair.

The beautifully lighted streets and decor matched to the moment.

Security was tight in national capital New Delhi and Mumbai for New Year celebrations.

 

Image: Santabanta.com

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