Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

31 Dec

Buffett Era Ends as Berkshire Hathaway Enters New Phase Under Greg Abel

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Omaha, December 31, 2025: Warren Buffett steps down as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway on December 31, bringing to a close nearly 60 years of leadership that turned a struggling textile business into one of the world’s most influential conglomerates. Greg Abel will assume the role of CEO, marking a carefully planned transition at the top of the company long guided by the man known globally as the “Oracle of Omaha.” Buffett began buying shares of Berkshire Hathaway in the early 1960s at a modest price, eventually reshaping the company into a diversified powerhouse spanning insurance, manufacturing, retail, energy…

31 Dec

India Successfully Tests Pralay Missiles, Strengthening Indigenous Strike Capability

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New Delhi, December 31, 2025—India on Wednesday successfully conducted back-to-back test-firings of its indigenously developed Pralay missiles from the Odisha coast, reinforcing the country’s growing prowess in advanced missile technology. The launches were carried out by the Defence Research and Development Organisation as part of user evaluation trials aimed at assessing the system’s operational performance. The Ministry of Defence said both missiles met all mission parameters and accurately followed their designated trajectories. Data gathered through tracking sensors confirmed that the tests achieved their intended objectives, demonstrating consistency, precision and reliability under simulated operational conditions. Pralay is a short-range, quasi-ballistic missile…

31 Dec

Centre Bans High-Dose Nimesulide Tablets Over Health Risks, Restricts Oral Formulations Above 100 mg

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDrugs and Cosmetics Act, health ministry notification, nimesulide ban, painkiller regulation

New Delhi, December 31, 2025— The central government has imposed an immediate nationwide ban on the manufacture, sale and distribution of oral nimesulide tablets containing doses above 100 mg, citing serious concerns related to public health and patient safety. The decision, taken under Section 26A of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, comes amid growing scrutiny over the safety profile of the widely used painkiller. According to an official notification issued by the health ministry, oral formulations of nimesulide exceeding the 100 mg limit, including immediate-release tablets, have been found to pose potential risks to human health. Nimesulide, a non-steroidal…

31 Dec

Aadhaar Card Not Mandatory for HTET 2025 Applications: Board Secretary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryanaAadhaar not mandatory, BSEH Bhiwani, Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test, HTET 2025

Chandigarh, December 31: The Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH), Bhiwani, has clarified that an Aadhaar card is not mandatory for applying to the Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) 2025. Providing detailed information, Board Secretary Munish Sharma said that the Supreme Court has not made Aadhaar compulsory for examinations, but has only permitted its use as a valid identity document. In view of the apex court’s directions, Aadhaar is not mandatory while submitting the online application for HTET 2025. Eligible candidates can apply for the examination until January 4, 2026. He further informed that candidates will be allowed to make…

31 Dec

Bangladesh Pays Final Tribute to Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia

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Dhaka (Rajeev Sharma): Dhaka witnessed an outpouring of grief on Wednesday as thousands gathered to bid farewell to former Prime Minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80 after battling a long-term illness. The government declared a three-day state mourning and observed a public holiday to honour the late leader. Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first woman prime minister, will be laid to rest beside her husband, former President Ziaur Rahman, at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar. Her funeral has drawn international attention, with India sending External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to represent the government at the…

31 Dec

Major Water Main Failure Causes Flooding and Road Closures in Bowness Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A significant water infrastructure failure has caused localized flooding and major service disruptions in the Bowness community, prompting road closures and an urgent request from authorities for the public to avoid non-essential travel in the area. The incident is centered around 16th Avenue NW and Sarcee Trail NW, where water has flooded roadways and affected nearby properties. Emergency crews and first responders remain on scene as they work to manage the situation and assess the extent of the damage. City officials report that approximately 2,000 homes and 100 businesses have been impacted by water service disruptions. Several…

31 Dec

Low Visibility Causes Major Flight Disruptions at Delhi Airport

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) faced severe operational challenges on Wednesday as dense fog and reduced visibility led to widespread flight disruptions. A total of 148 flights were cancelled, while more than 150 flights experienced delays, authorities said. The cancellations included 78 arriving and 70 departing flights. Additionally, two flights had to be diverted to other airports due to the poor visibility. IGIA, operated by Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), manages roughly 1,300 flight movements daily, making the disruption significant for travelers. In a morning update on X, DIAL confirmed that visibility was slowly improving,…

31 Dec

60 Injured in Loco Train Collision at Chamoli Hydroelectric Project Tunnel

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Chamoli (Rajeev Sharma): Around 60 people were injured when a loco train carrying workers collided with a goods train inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, officials confirmed. Chamoli District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar said the accident occurred late Tuesday evening, involving 109 people, most of whom were project workers. “The train has been evacuated, and the condition of all injured is currently stable,” he added. Authorities explained that one train was transporting personnel while the other was carrying construction materials inside the tunnel, which is part of the hydroelectric project being developed by THDC…

31 Dec

Garment Factory Shooting in Bangladesh Claims Life of Hindu Security Officer

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Dhaka (Rajeev Sharma): A Hindu member of Bangladesh’s auxiliary security force was shot dead while on duty at a garment factory in Mymensingh district, adding to a troubling series of violent incidents involving minority community members reported this month. The victim, 40-year-old Bajendra Biswas, was deployed at Sultana Sweaters Limited in the Mehrabari area of Bhaluka upazila when the incident took place. Biswas served with the Ansar Bahini, a paramilitary organisation under the Ministry of Home Affairs that assists with internal security and law enforcement duties. Police officials said the fatal shooting was carried out by another Ansar member, identified…

31 Dec

Heavy Fog and Toxic Air Bring Delhi-NCR to a Standstill

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A thick blanket of fog coupled with dangerously polluted air disrupted normal life across Delhi and the National Capital Region on Wednesday morning, slowing traffic, delaying transport services, and causing inconvenience to thousands of commuters. Visibility dropped sharply in several parts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, making early travel hazardous. In areas such as Indirapuram in Ghaziabad, central Noida near the Botanical Garden Metro station, and the Akshardham belt in east Delhi, roads and buildings were barely visible through the haze. Vehicles moved cautiously with headlights on, while commuters reported longer-than-usual travel times across the…