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Nov82020 by Manish SharmaNo Comments

Diwali Diplomacy: Taiwan to host Diwali celebration in Taipei

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...

Nov62020 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Abki baar Trump nahi, Biden Sarkar — Joe Biden closes in on US Presidential race

Nov42020 by Ganga Times Team1 Comment

US Election on a knife-edge: Donald Trump wins Florida; Joe Biden gets Washington

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US Presidential Election live updates: Joe Biden assured his supporters of victory as Donald Trump getting better after initial setbacks. New Delhi: With every minute in the US Election, the curiosity level is getting bigger and bigger. Irrespective of the result, this will be one of the most dramatic presidential elections the world's oldest democracy has ever witnessed. With each candidates getting crucial states, the battle seems to be on a knife-edge. The result which was looking completely in favor of Joe Biden an hour ago, is now balanced with Donald Trump making a comeback. The Democratic Party candidate Joe Biden, on Wednesday said he was optimistic of a win in the US presidential elections and thanked his supporters for their love, support and patience. “Your patience ...

Nov32020 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Islamic State linked terrorists killed 5 in Vienna; World leaders including PM Modi condemned the attack

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Vienna Terror Attack Updates: At least five people were killed in a shooting that injured 15 others in Austria capital, Vienna. Gunmen linked to Islamic State opened fire across central Vienna on Monday. Austria's Interior Minister Karl Nehammer said that the initial investigations have indicated that the suspect had links with the Islamic State. Image Courtesy: NBC News The incident took the whole world by storm as reactions are coming from various countries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted condemning the terror attack. He also asserted that India stands with Austria in the time of crisis. “Deeply shocked and saddened by the dastardly terror attacks in Vienna. India stands with Austria during this tragic time. My thoughts are with the victims and their families," wrote PM Nare...

Oct232020 by Ganga Times Team1 Comment

“Look at India, it’s filthy” — Donald Trump, on climate change, during presidential debate

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US President, who is known to be a good friend of PM Modi, continued to blame India, China, and Russia for contributing to global pollution and not acting responsibly on climate change. New Delhi: While defending his decision to pull out of the Paris Accord, US Prez Donald Trump once again shifts blame on countries like India, China, and Russia for not doing enough on the issue of climate change. “Look at China, how filthy it is. Look at Russia, look at India — the air is filthy,” said Trump in the final section of the debate with the Democrat nominee Joe Biden. “I walked out of the Paris Accord as we had to take out trillions of dollars and we were treated very unfairly, added the Republican POTUS, who is seeking a second term in the office. Earlier during the first debate o...

Oct212020 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Amid clashes between Sindh Police and Pak Army, Karachi witnessed building explosion; several killed

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Islamabad/Karachi, Pakistan: At least five people lost their lives and over a dozen injured due to a massive explosion in a building in Pakistan’s Karachi. The sudden explosion created fear and chaos in the Gulshan-e-Iqbal area in Karachi. The cause of the explosion is yet to be determined by the bomb disposal squad and anti-terrorism team, said Police chief Mushtaq Mahar. No trace of IED (Improvised Explosive Device) has yet been found, according to a local official. The bomb was powerful enough to shatter nearby houses and their windows. The Explosion shaked the city, since just a day before five people were injured due to an IED explosion at the entrance of Jinnah Colony bus stand in the city. Clashes between Sindh Police and Pakistan Rangers Earlier, there was a civ...