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Is there similarities and differences between the celebration of Indian New Year and the Philippines?  Cite some situations wherein they are similar and

different.

The similarity of the two countries regarding the celebration of the new year is the same day. They enjoy hobbies such as music, playing games, dancing, and going to parties.

Differences

the only difference between the two countries regarding the new year is that the Philippines or the Filipinos still celebrate Media Noche on December 31, India does not have Media Noche.

India

What Do People do?

• People in India dress brightly and participate in enjoyable events such as singing, playing sports, dancing, and holding parties. People of all ages congregate in nightclubs, movie theaters, casinos, bars, and amusement parks.  

• People welcome one another and wish each other a Happy New Year. Messages, greeting cards, and presents are all part of the New Year's festivities. Many New Year's Eve activities are covered by the public, and they are shown on prime channels for the majority of the day. People who want to sit at home for the holidays rely on these New Year's Eve shows for entertainment and fun. The age-old ritual of making new year's resolutions is still widespread. Losing weight, cultivating healthier habits, and working hard are some of the most common resolutions.

Public Life

• In India, New Year's Day, January 1 in the Gregorian calendar, is a restricted holiday. Individuals can take a small number of restricted holidays, but government departments, most companies, and public transit remain open. Owing to late-night parties, most people are known to arrive at work late on January 1.

Philippines

What Do People Do?

• On New Year's Eve, December 31, many Filipinos gather to enjoy a midnight meal known as the Media Noche. It is therefore customary to remain up until the New Year arrives. Filipinos also light fireworks and make a lot of noise on New Year's Day to ward off bad spirits. The Chinese were the originators of this belief.

• The elderly inspire their children to hop at the stroke of midnight in order for them to grow tall. Many people show 12 circular fruits and wear polka-dot clothing to reflect wealth. It is also customary to open all doors and windows at the stroke of midnight to welcome good luck. Many Filipino families still read the Christian bible and attend midnight worship services. Most Filipinos celebrate New Year's Day by combining faith and superstition.

Public Life

• On January 1, the Philippines observes a national holiday known as New Year's Day. Government buildings, classrooms, and the majority of businesses have been closed. During New Year's Day, public transportation is limited to restricted bus and jeep services.

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