December 31st, 1657
The Western New Year is here, but since it holds no significant importance to the people of the Bharatiya Empire, there wasn't much celebration. On the other hand, the Europeans staying in the Bharatiya Empire for various reasons celebrated the New Year wholeheartedly in a foreign land.
Especially in Thiruvananthapuram, which hosts more than 99% of all the Europeans in the Empire, the whole city has come alive due to the Current New Year and prior Christmas festivities.
"Come one, come all! A 5% discount on all bulk furniture purchases from Lakshmi Furniture Company!"
"Everyone, please take a look! We have a limited-time Christmas discount of 10% on all Professional Tools purchased from Shakti Tools Company!"
"Gentlemen! It is the New Year! Please take a look at our extensive fireworks collection and take home a full set of our specially curated New Year Fireworks Box, costing only 10 varaha per unit!"