US President Donald Trump celebrated Diwali at the White House on Tuesday, extending warm greetings to the people of India and the Indian-American community.

Trump praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “great person” and a “great friend,” emphasising the strong partnership between the US and India in areas of trade and regional peace.

“I just spoke to your Prime Minister today. We had a great conversation, talked about trade and peace in the region. We both agreed: no wars with Pakistan. That was a very, very good thing,” Trump said during the event.

On significance of Diwali, Trump said, “We light the diya as a symbol of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. The flame reminds us to follow the path of wisdom, work diligently, and give thanks for our bles

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