Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

16 May

NEET-UG Aspirant Dies by Suicide After Exam Cancellation, Family Alleges Mental Stress

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaNeet Ugc, Paper Leaked, Rajasthan, Student, suicide

Rajeev Sharma :- A tragic incident has surfaced from Rajasthan amid growing anxiety among students following the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 examination. A medical aspirant, identified as Pradeep Mahich from Jhunjhunu district, allegedly died by suicide after reportedly falling into severe stress over the uncertainty surrounding the exam. According to police officials, Pradeep had been preparing for the medical entrance examination in Sikar for the past three years while living with his two sisters in a rented accommodation. He was enrolled in a private coaching institute and was said to be highly focused on securing admission to a government…

16 May

Fresh Iran Showdown Possible as Trump Reviews Strike Plans After Beijing Talks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a major decision on Iran after returning from his strategic visit to China, with reports indicating that American defence officials are preparing military response options if diplomatic negotiations fail to break the current deadlock. Sources familiar with the developments suggest that senior Pentagon officials have resumed planning for possible air operations against Iranian targets, should Washington decide to abandon the current diplomatic track. The growing tensions come just after Trump wrapped up key meetings in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where regional stability and Iran’s nuclear ambitions were among…

16 May

Canadian Government Warns Travellers About Risks of Visiting High-Risk Countries

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government is reminding citizens and residents that travelling to countries facing war, political unrest, terrorism threats, or natural disasters comes with serious personal and financial risks, especially when official travel advisories are in place. Federal officials say Canadians who choose to travel to destinations marked “Avoid Non-Essential Travel” or “Avoid All Travel” should not expect the government to cover emergency evacuation costs, private security, accommodation, or return flights during a crisis.The government states that while consular officials may provide documentation support, information, and limited assistance, the financial responsibility remains with the traveller. The warning…

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…