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Author: Manish Sharma

Manish Sharma is a journalist and editor of The Ganga Times.
Nov92020 by Manish SharmaNo Comments
Who needs Instagram filter when we have Delhi Pollution?

Who needs Instagram filter when we have Delhi Pollution?

Latest News, Opinion
Contrary to what the Arvind Kejriwal's Delhi government has been claiming, the city's air has continued to exacerbate people's health. Delhi Pollution has been a topic of joke among Indian and Global netizens for last few years. The Ganga Times Image (Courtesy: Onkar Kumar) Delhi is by far the most polluted global city in the world. I'm not the one saying this, it's the World Health Organization (WHO) reporting the sorry truth of India and its capital. Wait, wait, wait... If you think Delhi pollution portrays the worst image of India's environmental disgrace, you are absolutely misinformed. We proudly contribute 12 out of 22 of the world’s most polluted cities. If you are scrolling this somewhere from Europe and America, the public health disaster alarm must have got activated i...
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Nov82020 by Manish SharmaNo Comments
Diwali Diplomacy: Taiwan to host Diwali celebration in Taipei

Diwali Diplomacy: Taiwan to host Diwali celebration in Taipei

International, Latest News
Diwali celebration in Taipei is a testament of the deep relation India and Taiwan have been enjoying in recent times. India and Taiwan come closer on the global stage. (Representational image of PM Modi and President Tsai Ing-wen) New Delhi: Taiwan (Republic of China) is doing every bit to come closer to the adversaries of the People’s Republic of China. In its bid to begin direct diplomacy with India, the South China Sea island-nation is set to host a mega Diwali celebration this year, as per the reports of WION. The show will be sponsored by the Taiwanese government. It is also learnt that key ministers and government representatives, including Taiwan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Tien Chung Kwang, will be present during the ceremony.  Where will the Diwali Celebration in Taiw...
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Nov52020 by Manish Sharma1 Comment
A look at King Kohli’s 5 career-defining innings

A look at King Kohli’s 5 career-defining innings

Latest News, Sports
Virat Kohli — the captain of Indian Cricket Team, is widely regarded as the greatest cricketer of his generation. On King Kohli’s birthday, we present you some of the finest knocks he has produced over that years. Courtesy: Twitter 1. 2012 CB Series special against Sri Lanka (133*) Although Virat Kohli has scored as many as 8 centuries against his favorite rival Sri Lanka, it was this 133 not out in Hobart that really paved his way to becoming an ODI giant. Along with senior batsman Gautam Gambhir, he helped India crosses the winning line of 321 in just 36.4 overs. The highlight of the innings was his superb display of batsmanship against the mighty Lasith Malinga. virat Kohli batting in CB Series 2012. Courtesy: Cricinfo 2. 2013 Asia Cup brilliance against Pakistan (183) ...
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Oct312020 by Manish SharmaNo Comments
The Beauty of Bikaner

The Beauty of Bikaner

Travel
Before reading this blog, I would suggest you to know a little about Bikaner and its environment. In this piece, I would be sharing my personal experience of my last week visit to the beautiful city. First, let me tell you one thing that Bikaner is located in the middle of the Thar desert and normally encounters the chilling heat. The city is known for its numerous temples dedicated to Goddess Durga and her incarnations. It is home to various historical sites that are worth visiting. Not to mention, the town of Bikana is an educational center of Rajasthan. Different people have a distinct way of exploring a place and here I am with my own perception about Bikaner. Have a look at the way I looked at the medieval town. Bikaner Tourism (Courtesy_ TourmyIndia) Historical Palaces are the...
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Oct292020 by Manish SharmaNo Comments
In a refreshing change, Bihar’s leaders are talking jobs; Why is it significant?

In a refreshing change, Bihar’s leaders are talking jobs; Why is it significant?

Bihar, Latest News, Opinion, Politics
Bihar has been identified by insignificant private investment, poor quality of education, deficient infrastructure and tattered rule of law. The state fares worst in almost all social progress index. The Ganga Times Image. Bihar Election. When Tejashwi Yadav, leader of opposition in Bihar vidhan sabha and Mahagathbandhan’s chief ministerial candidate, promised 10 lakh jobs to Bihar’s youth, it was mocked by Nitish Kumar as being ‘unrealistic’. Later, JDU’s alliance partner BJP tried to outdo it by throwing the ‘19 lakh jobs’ dice, much to the embarrassment of JDU and Bihar CM. Notwithstanding the political and social vitriol in Bihar, the insanity over throwing employment cards in the 2020 election shows how big the problem of unemployment in the state is. ‘At least they are talk...
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