25DEC2017 - Holiday Today - Worldwide & Pakistan

Worldwide - Christmas Day
December 25 is Christmas Day, that is observed by Christians and even non-Christians. This holiday has different names (Noël, Xmax, Yule, Nativity) and it unites billions of people around the world in a religious and cultural celebration.

There are numerous celebratory customs that differ from country to country. It is a special mix of pre-Chrisitan, Christian and secular themes and origins. Gift giving, completing Advent calendar, caroling, church services, special meal and Christmas decorations are the most common modern customs. Santa Claus, Saint Nicholas, Christkind and Father Christmas are closely related to Christmas and often interchangeable figures who bring presents and gifts to children during the Christmas season.

Pakistan - Quaid-i-Azam Day
On December 25, citizens of Pakistan celebrate the birthday of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. This day is observed as a national holiday also known as Quaid-i-Azam Day.
Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born on December 25, 1876. In 1892, he moved to London where he studied law and trained as a barrister at Lincoln's Inn. Jinnah became involved in the independence movement in 1904 and eventually became an important figure in the Indian National Congress.

Bunker Price at Pakistan Ports