About this day
Why it is kept and where it comes from
About this day
New Year's Day is the first day of the year in the Gregorian calendar, on 1 January.
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
The Gregorian calendar was introduced by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582 and is now the civil calendar of most of the world. The Hindu calendar begins its year on other days, in spring, so 1 January is the civil New Year.
How the day is observed
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Greetings and resolutions for the year.
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Prayers and visits to temples, churches and family.
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Parties and fireworks at midnight on the eve.