Firework, celebrations and hope: how world welcomed 2024

There were spectacular fireworks and light displays as different cities across the world bid adieu to 2023 and welcomed 2024.

Crowds descended on the Champs-Elysees Avenue in Paris to watch a multidimensional lights show as the prepares to host the 2024 Olympic Games.

Kenyans ushered in the New Year with a massive display of fireworks and street parties despite hardships in the economy.

Fireworks were displayed across Berlin, lighting up the night sky of the city's iconic landmarks during New Year’s Eve celebrations.

London welcomed the New Year with a countdown at the famous Big Ben and a fireworks display over the River Thames.

A sea of colour filled the sky as a firework display was held over the Acropolis in Greece to welcome the New Year.

The Burj Khalifa in Dubai turned into a screen for a light projection show to usher in 2024.

(with PTI inputs)