Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

13 May

NEET Paper Leak Row Reaches Supreme Court; Plea Seeks Replacement of NTA

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingNeet Exam, Supreme Court of India

Rajeev Sharma :- The controversy surrounding the NEET-UG paper leak has now reached the Supreme Court, with a petition seeking the replacement of the National Testing Agency (NTA) and the creation of a new independent examination body. The plea, filed by the Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA), has also sought directions to the CBI to submit a status report within four weeks regarding the ongoing investigation into the alleged leak. The petition has raised serious concerns over the credibility and functioning of the NTA, demanding structural reforms in the examination system. It has urged the apex court to…

13 May

Prateek Yadav, Mulayam Singh Yadav’s younger son, dies at 38

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia

Rajeev Sharma :- Prateek Yadav, Mulayam Singh Yadav's younger son and Akhilesh Yadav's step brother, died on Wednesday in Lucknow. He was reportedly unwell for some time and was brought to Lucknow Civil Hospital at around 6 am where doctors declared him dead. ਆਟੋਮੋਬਾਈਲਜ਼ ਸਮੀਖਿਆਵਾਂ Prateek was 38 years old and married to BJP leader Aparna Yadav. A few weeks ago, he was admitted to Medanta Hospital in Lucknow, where Akhilesh Yadav had also visited him. After his condition showed some improvement, he was brought back home.

13 May

PM Modi Orders 50% Reduction in Official Convoy to Promote Austerity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingIndia, PM Narendra Modi

Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated a major austerity measure by directing a significant reduction in the size of his official convoy, aiming to encourage fiscal discipline and curb unnecessary government expenditure. The move is being seen as a symbolic as well as practical step towards promoting restraint within the administrative machinery. According to sources, the Prime Minister has instructed the Special Protection Group (SPG) to cut the number of vehicles in his convoy by nearly half. At the same time, he has also expressed a preference for increasing the use of electric vehicles in the convoy.…

13 May

Import Duty on Gold, Silver Increased to 15% as Government Tightens Precious Metal Inflow

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingGold, Silver

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a major policy move, the Centre has revised customs duties on imported precious metals, raising the effective levy on gold and silver to 15 per cent with immediate effect. The decision, announced through a notification by the Finance Ministry, introduces a 10 per cent basic customs duty along with a 5 per cent Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess, significantly increasing the cost of bringing precious metals into the country. The revised duty structure, effective from May 13, covers imports of gold, silver, platinum and various industrial products connected to the jewellery sector. Officials indicated that…

13 May

Deadly Pakistan Bazaar Explosion Leaves 9 Dead, Security Forces Launch Massive Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsPakistan

Islamabad (Rajeev Sharma): A devastating explosion in a bustling market area of northwestern Pakistan has left at least nine people dead and around 30 others injured, triggering a large-scale security operation in the region. The blast struck Sarai Naurang in Lakki Marwat district on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the crowded marketplace and causing widespread panic. Police officials said the explosion was caused by a rickshaw loaded with explosives that detonated in the busy locality. Among those killed were two traffic police officers who were on duty at the time, along with a woman and several civilians. Emergency response teams quickly…

13 May

CHCC Alberta Chapter Officially Kicks Off August 1 Gala Event in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, Trending

Calgary, ( Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) Alberta Chapter officially launched preparations for its highly anticipated Gala Event scheduled for August 1st during a meeting held today in Calgary. The meeting was attended by CHCC National President from Toronto, Maharishi Jani, who is currently on an official visit to Alberta. During his visit, he met with several sponsors and community leaders and formally kicked off the Gala event preparations. Members of the Alberta Chapter shared their thoughts, ideas, and suggestions to make the Gala a grand success. Several sponsors also confirmed their support and participation during…

13 May

Mulayam Singh Yadav’s son Prateek Yadav’s Death Leaves Political Circles in Shock, Postmortem Underway

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingPrateek Yadav

Lucknow (Rajeev Sharma): Lucknow witnessed a wave of grief on Wednesday after the sudden death of Prateek Yadav, the younger son of late Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav, at the age of 38. He was rushed to a civil hospital in the city by family members in the early hours, where doctors declared him brought dead. Hospital officials confirmed that a medical board at King George’s Medical University will conduct a postmortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. Preliminary reports suggested no visible external injury marks on the body, leaving the circumstances of his demise unclear. Prateek,…

12 May

Surrey Police Continue Search for Missing Man After Vehicle Found Near Duffey Lake Road

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingSurrey

Surrey( Rajeev Sharma): Surrey Police Service says concern is growing for missing 29-year-old Francisco Concha Martinez, who has not been seen or heard from since May 5, 2026. Police confirmed that Francisco’s last contact with family was also on May 5. Investigators later located his grey 2026 Mazda CX-30 on May 10 along Duffey Lake Road, approximately 50 kilometres outside Pemberton, B.C., prompting a wider search effort in the area. Francisco is described as a Hispanic male, 5-foot-5, weighing approximately 154 pounds, with black hair, a partial beard, and a slim build. Surrey Police are now asking anyone who may…

12 May

Surrey Police Chief Responds to Shootings, Says Gang Enforcement Remains a Priority

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, Trending

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Police chief Norm Lipinski says recent shootings in Surrey are “deeply concerning” and reaffirmed that addressing gang violence and organized crime remains a top priority for the Surrey Police Service (SPS). In a detailed statement following recent violent incidents, Chief Lipinski said SPS temporarily reassigned its eight-member Gang Crime Unit to help tackle an unprecedented extortion crisis targeting businesses across Surrey and to manage pressures caused by the accelerated police transition from the RCMP to SPS. He clarified that the decision was made to respond to immediate public safety threats and “not to diminish gang enforcement.” According…

12 May

One Dead, Another Injured in Targeted Shooting at North Hill Co-op Parking Lot in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A heavy police presence remains in northwest Calgary after a fatal shooting outside the North Hill Co-op on Monday evening. According to the Calgary Police Service, officers responded around 7:50 p.m. on May 11, 2026, to reports of gunshots in the parking lot of the grocery store located at 520 – 16 Avenue N.W. When officers arrived, two men were found suffering from gunshot wounds and were rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition. Police later confirmed that one of the victims has died. Investigators say the suspects fled the scene before police arrived and no arrests…