Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

15 Sep

Universal Roots Foundation Brings 35 Industries Under One Roof at Calgary Career Fair

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Career Fair, organized by the Universal Roots Foundation, brought together employers, businesses, organizations and job seekers, creating a strong platform for employment, networking and professional opportunities. The event featured 35 industry and organization booths, including City of Calgary youth programs, Calgary Transit, dental, medical, physiotherapy, home care and nursing care companies, financial services, Noble Education, Costco, security and IT companies, along with many other employers and organizations. Participating employers connected directly with job seekers and collected resumes from qualified candidates for potential employment opportunities. Adding a strong community and hospitality dimension to the career fair,…

15 Sep

CANADA DEPORTS FOUR PUNJAB MEN OVER EXTORTION-LINKED CRIMINALITY; 111 REMOVED NATIONWIDE

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has deported four men from Punjab after authorities found them inadmissible over their alleged involvement in extortion-related offences and connections to criminal organisations. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) identified the individuals as Palwinder Singh, Jasmer Singh, Amitoz Bajwa and Sahibjot Singh. According to the agency, each case involved extortion-related violence or offences associated with organised crime. Their removal followed decisions by the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, which determined that the four were inadmissible under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). 111 People Removed in Extortion-Linked Cases The latest deportations form part of…

15 Sep

HIMACHAL’S MONSOON SPELL TO CONTINUE FOR THREE MORE DAYS; RAIN DAMAGE CROSSES Rs 1,680 CRORE

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is set for another three days of monsoon activity, with light to moderate rain forecast across most parts of the state. The Meteorological Department, however, has not issued a heavy rainfall warning for any district, offering some respite amid the continuing wet spell. The ongoing rainfall is expected to bring down maximum temperatures by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the next 72 hours. According to meteorologist Sandeep Sharma, the monsoon is likely to lose strength in Himachal Pradesh from September 18. While there is no indication yet that the season is withdrawing, weather conditions…

15 Sep

CALGARY-SHAW GOES TO THE POLLS: VOTERS HAVE UNTIL 8 PM TO CAST THEIR BALLOTS

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary-Shaw by-election has entered its decisive phase, with voting places opening on Monday and electors getting until 8 pm to cast their ballots. Alberta Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure confirmed that Election Day voting is now underway. Eligible voters are Canadian citizens aged 18 or older who are ordinarily resident in the Calgary-Shaw electoral division. Those unsure whether their residence falls within the constituency can check their electoral division through Elections Alberta’s “Where Do I Vote?” service. Voters Must Go to Assigned Locations Unlike advance voting, those casting their ballot on Election Day must visit their…

15 Sep

FROM DEAD ZONES TO DIGITAL DOORS: ALBERTA BETS $24.8 MILLION ON RURAL INTERNET

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): High-speed internet is moving deeper into rural Alberta as the provincial and federal governments announce $24.8 million in funding for two broadband projects expected to connect 1,833 homes across remote and rural communities. The investment is aimed at closing the digital divide in areas where reliable internet access remains limited, giving residents better access to online services, businesses and communication. For communities outside Alberta’s major urban centres, broadband is increasingly more than a convenience. It can determine whether residents can access virtual healthcare, operate a business, pursue opportunities online or remain connected with family and friends. The…

15 Sep

PORT POWER, LOCAL JOBS AND DELTA’S FUTURE: ILWU LOCAL 502 BACKS DYLAN KRUGER FOR MAYOR

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingDelta

Delta, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Councillor Dylan Kruger has secured the backing of International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 502 in his campaign for Mayor of Delta, with the union citing his record on local jobs, infrastructure and regional advocacy. The endorsement comes as Delta prepares for significant industrial expansion, including the proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 (RBT2) project, which is expected to have implications for the region’s port operations and surrounding communities. In a letter to Delta residents, ILWU Local 502 president Al Reason described the municipality as being at an important economic juncture. He said Kruger has demonstrated…

15 Sep

MORE CLASSROOMS, MORE CHOICE: ALBERTA MOVES AHEAD WITH 5,150 CHARTER SCHOOL SPACES

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Thousands of Alberta students could gain access to new or improved learning spaces as the provincial government advances four public charter school projects expected to create or renovate more than 5,150 student spaces. The latest approvals cover projects in Calgary, Edmonton and Medicine Hat, with funding supporting planning and design work as school authorities develop the proposed facilities. Unlike private schools, public charter schools are tuition-free and publicly funded, but they have greater flexibility to offer specialised educational programs. The province says the model provides families with additional choice within Alberta’s public education system. Education and Childcare…

15 Sep

CALGARY LANDFILL FIRE: AIR QUALITY CLOSELY MONITORED AS PM2.5 EMERGES AS MAIN CONCERN

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCalgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta authorities are continuing to monitor air quality around the fire at the ECCO recycling facility in Calgary’s Shepard Industrial area, with officials saying fine particulate matter from smoke remains the primary air-quality concern. Environment and Protected Areas Minister Grant Hunter said the province deployed environmental specialists, a mobile air-monitoring laboratory and additional equipment after receiving a request for assistance from the Calgary Fire Department. According to the latest assessment, monitoring data indicate a low overall health risk for the general Calgary population. However, exposure levels can vary considerably depending on location, wind direction and the movement…

15 Sep

Surrey Transformed into a Punjabi Village as Heritage Festival Celebrates Culture, Tradition and Community

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingSurrey

Surrey (Amrit Dhot): The sights, sounds and spirit of rural Punjab took centre stage in Surrey as the Punjabi Heritage Festival -Surrey 2026 brought the community together for a vibrant celebration of Punjabi culture, heritage and family traditions near Mud Bay Park. The festival offered more than a cultural gathering, it created an immersive village-style experience, allowing visitors to reconnect with the traditions and everyday life of Punjab while celebrating the cultural identity that continues to thrive in British Columbia. From a traditional Punjabi village café and food to food trucks and village-style kitchens, the event featured an array of…

15 Sep

Punjabi Truck Driver Stabbed 20 Times in US, Racial Slur Allegedly Preceded Attack

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A Punjabi truck driver was allegedly stabbed around 20 times at a US rest area on Monday morning, with members of the Punjabi community describing the incident as a possible racially motivated attack. The victim has been identified as Gurvinder Singh, who is employed by WJ Transport. According to Pavitar Singh, a member of the Punjabi community who shared details of the incident, Gurvinder was resting at the truck stop when the alleged attacker directed a racial slur at him before attacking him with a knife. Gurvinder was later found seriously injured and lying in a…