Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The annual celebration of Christmas Eve is held on December 24, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ who was born on December 25 observed as Christmas Day. World News | Prayers and Carols: Christians in Nepal Mark the Christmas Eve.

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Christ Church in the north Indian hill town of Shimla held a special Christmas Eve prayer service on Wednesday evening, drawing large numbers of local residents as well as domestic and foreign tourists who gathered to mark the occasion with devotion and festive spirit. India News | Christmas Eve Prayers Held at Christ Church Shimla; Worshippers, Tourists Gather for Evening Service.