India, Sept. 10 -- The air at The Piano Man in Eldeco Centre was buzzing with warmth and high energy as the Israeli Embassy hosted an evening to mark Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.

The gathering brought together diplomats, friends, and community members for a night that smoothly moved from heartfelt speeches to a packed dance floor.

Welcoming the guests, Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar reflected on the spiritual essence of the festival, he noted, "In the Jewish tradition, we take the last part of the Jewish calendar to reflect on what we've been doing. Good things, bad things we've been doing in the last year, and try to prepare us for next year."

He went on to emphasise the universal hope that comes with the turn of the year. "We ...