Bethlehem, the historic biblical birthplace of Jesus, has turned into a ghost town this Christmas due to the Israel-Hamas war. The usual festive charm of Manger Square and the iconic Christmas tree are noticeably absent. The cancellation of flights to Israel and the decline in tourism have dealt a significant blow to the town’s economy. Amid muted celebrations, gift shops were slow to open and there were few visitors. The war has caused immense loss of life and displacement in Gaza.
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Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has announced plans to establish library halls for each of the recognized ethnic tribes in the state. The government aims to set up a hall for all 33 or 34 tribes at an estimated cost of Rs 10 crore. Additionally, a guest house for the tribal chiefs in the hills will be inaugurated before the New Year. Singh also emphasized the need to appreciate and fulfill responsibilities towards building a strong India.
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to extend the operating hours of liquor shops in the state for Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
The last week of 2023 is anticipated to be sluggish as many foreign institutional investors (FIIs) are in holiday mode to celebrate Christmas and New Year. However, despite this, experts believe that the Indian market will exhibit strength during this period.
