Seasonal festivities hit by terror hangover
Published: 24 December, 2008, 10:41
Following last month’s terrorist attacks, Christmas celebrations in Mumbai this year are low-key and subject to heightened security.
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Published: 24 December, 2008, 10:41
Following last month’s terrorist attacks, Christmas celebrations in Mumbai this year are low-key and subject to heightened security.