India Editor Vikas Pandey visits the Indian nightclub where 25 people were killed in a blaze.

Russia carried out strikes on Kremenchuk, while its defence ministry said it had shot down 77 Ukrainian drones in several locations.

Hundreds gathered in Manger Square to bask in the festivities that included music, dancing and Santas bearing sweet treats.

The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following a deadly fire.

Officials believe a gas canister explosion triggered the fire which tore through the busy nightlife venue.