Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

15 May

Alberta, Canada Advance New West Coast Oil Pipeline to Asian Markets

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta Energy, Asian Markets, Carbon Pricing, Danielle Smith, Energy Export, Indigenous Ownership, Mark Carney, oil pipeline

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The governments of Alberta and Canada have finalized major elements of the Alberta Canada Energy Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for a new west coast oil pipeline that could begin construction as early as Sept. 1, 2027. The agreement, announced on May 15, 2026, is aimed at expanding Canada’s energy exports to Asian and global markets while reducing regulatory uncertainty for investors and industry partners. The proposed Indigenous co-owned pipeline would transport more than one million barrels of oil per day to a west coast export terminal, helping Canada diversify beyond reliance on a single energy…

15 May

Calgary Police Make Additional Arrests in Violent Extortion Series Targeting South Asian Community

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCalgary Police, Criminal Charges, Extortion, Kidnapping, Police Investigation, Public Safety, South Asian

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary Police Service has laid multiple charges against five men in connection with a violent extortion and kidnapping case that investigators say marks a serious escalation in an ongoing extortion series targeting Calgary’s South Asian community. According to police, the incident began between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, when a man was allegedly kidnapped from a residence in Edmonton by four suspects. The victim was reportedly assaulted, threatened with a firearm, and forced into a vehicle before being driven from Edmonton to Calgary. Investigators say the suspects then travelled to a residence…

15 May

After Fuel Prices, CNG Witnesses Major Revision as Iran Crisis Impacts Indian Market

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingCNG

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India on Friday witnessed a significant increase in fuel prices as the ongoing conflict involving Iran sent shockwaves through global energy markets, forcing a revision in retail rates for petrol, diesel and CNG across major cities. The latest adjustment is the first retail fuel price hike in four years. Under the new rates, petrol prices have been raised by around Rs 3 per litre in metro cities. In Delhi, petrol is now priced at Rs 97.77 per litre, while Kolkata has recorded the steepest rise, taking the rate to Rs 108.74. Mumbai residents will now pay…

15 May

Punjab Govt constitutes high-powered committee to finalise reservation for Agniveers in Govt jobs

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingAgniveer, Punjab

CHANDIGARH: In a major initiative aimed at rehabilitating Agniveers returning to Punjab after completing their tenure under the Agnipath scheme, the Punjab Government on Tuesday decided to formulate a reservation policy for them in government jobs. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann constituted a high-powered committee of senior civil and police officers to finalise the modalities and framework for extending reservation benefits to Agniveers in state government services. Chairing a high-level meeting here, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann gave in-principle approval to extend reservation to Agniveers in government jobs and said the policy framework should be finalised in a time-bound manner so that…

15 May

Carney Government Considers Major “Asset Recycling” Plan Involving Airports and Ports to Fund Infrastructure

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, OntarioMark Carney

Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that the federal government is exploring a large-scale “asset recycling” strategy that could involve selling or restructuring public assets such as airports and ports to raise capital for national infrastructure and economic growth priorities. The approach is being considered as a way to help finance a new infrastructure package reportedly valued at around $25 billion. Under the proposed framework, the government would “recycle” capital currently tied up in federally owned assets and redirect it toward new nation-building projects. Officials say the concept is still in early development stages and no…

15 May

Carney and Smith to Announce Major Canada–Alberta Energy Deal on Friday in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingDanielle Smith, Mark Carney

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will jointly announce a significant energy agreement in Calgary on Friday 15th May, focusing on industrial carbon pricing and progress on a potential west coast pipeline. The expected deal will outline a framework to align federal and Alberta carbon pricing policies, with a long term industrial price target of around $130 per tonne by 2040. It is also expected to advance planning discussions for a proposed oil pipeline to British Columbia’s coast, although no final approval is anticipated. Officials say the agreement is part of ongoing negotiations aimed…

15 May

Oakville Dental Office Employee Charged in Alleged $235,000 Fraud Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, Trendingoakville

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Halton Regional Police Service has charged a former employee of an Oakville dental office in connection with an alleged fraud scheme involving approximately $235,000 in business funds over nearly two years. Police say the investigation began in April 2025 after the dental practice reported suspicious financial activity. The case was assigned to the Financial Crimes Unit, which launched an in-depth investigation into the movement of funds and internal transactions linked to the business. Investigators allege that between May 2023 and January 2025, the accused employee, while working in an administrative capacity at the clinic, redirected payments and…

15 May

Calgary Police Release CCTV Images in Fatal North Hill Co-op Shooting Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Police Service Homicide Unit is continuing its investigation into a fatal shooting that took place earlier this week in northeast Calgary and has now released CCTV images of a suspect vehicle believed to be connected to the incident. Police say officers responded at approximately 7:50 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026, to reports of gunfire in the parking lot of the Calgary Co-op North Hill. Upon arrival, officers discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to hospital, where one man was later pronounced deceased. The second victim remains in stable…

15 May

Breaking: Fuel Price Rise as Global Oil Shock Hits India, PM Modi Calls for Reduced Vehicle Use

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingDiesel, Petrol

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): fresh surge in fuel prices has hit consumers across India as instability in the Middle East continues to disrupt global crude oil markets. The revised rates have pushed petrol prices up by Rs 3 per litre, moving from Rs 94.77 to Rs 97.77, while diesel has climbed from Rs 87.67 to Rs 90.67 per litre. The increase follows rising international crude prices triggered by escalating tensions in key oil-producing regions. Analysts say uncertainty over supply routes and production levels has forced importing nations to brace for higher energy costs, with India among the countries feeling the…

14 May

Tarn Taran Youth Appointed First Officer in New South Wales Police, Brings Pride to Punjab

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending, World News

Rajeev Sharma :- Gurkanwaljeet Singh, a native of historic Chohla Sahib town in Tarn Taran district, has brought laurels to Punjab after being appointed as a First Officer in the New South Wales (NSW) Police Department in Bathurst, Australia. His achievement has sparked celebrations across the region and among the Punjabi community abroad. Hailing from a modest background, Gurkanwaljeet’s journey to securing a position in one of Australia’s prestigious law enforcement agencies is being seen as a testament to hard work, perseverance and determination. Expressing pride over their son’s accomplishment, his father Amarbir Singh Senti and mother Kanwaljeet Kaur said…