Christmas celebrations have begun in New York City, USA from December 5. The iconic Christmas tree of Rockefeller Center in Manhattan, New York has been decorated with beautiful lights. The Christmas tree has been illuminated with 50 thousand colorful lights.

You will be able to see the view till January

Every year people come here in large numbers to see the Christmas celebrations. This program is a part of 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center'. On Christmas Day, this tree will be illuminated for 24 hours. Tourists can enjoy the view of this charming Christmas tree till the end of the first fortnight of January.

The giants tied the knot

Kelly Clarkson hosted the event. Stars like Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Hudson, Thalia and Ray Un enthralled the audience with their performances. This festival held in New York is extremely beautiful. Once you see this sight, it does not leave your mind for a long time.

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It has been announced on the official X account of Rockefeller Center that the 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has officially started shining on the Center Plaza. Are you planning to see it in person? The photo of the glittering Christmas tree went viral on social media in no time. A large number of people are giving their reactions. Many people also shared the video of Rockefeller Center.

What is Rockefeller Center?

Rockefeller Center is spread over about 22 acres. It is a complex of 19 commercial buildings. It is spread between 48th Street and 51st Street in Midtown Manhattan. It is an important cultural center of America. Here you can see public art collection including murals, sculptures, carvings and architectural styles. The beauty of the surroundings here will force you to stop.

Pope made priest Kuvakad a cardinal, PM Modi expressed happiness

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that it is a matter of great joy and pride for India that Pope Francis has made Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad a Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. Koovakad has dedicated his life to the service of humanity as a follower of Jesus Christ. In a grand ceremony at the Vatican on Saturday, Pope Francis elevated 51-year-old Indian priest Koovakad to the rank of Cardinal.

The number of Indian cardinals rises to six

21 new cardinals from countries across the world were inducted in this ceremony held at the famous St. Peter's Basilica. The Pope addressed the gathering and formally handed over the hat and ring to the priests who were made cardinals. After that, he gave certificates along with prayers. After the appointment of Koovakad, the total number of Indian cardinals in the Vatican has now become six.

The Indian government sent a delegation led by Union Minister George Kurien to attend the ceremony. The Indian delegation also met Pope Francis before the ceremony began. George Koovakad was born on 11 August 1973 in Thiruvananthapuram. He was ordained a priest on 24 July 2004.