Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

28 Jul

Punjab-Origin Uber Driver Charged in Alleged Sexual Assault Case in Canada’s Burlington

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A 25-year-old man originally from Punjab has been arrested in Canada after being accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Burlington, Ontario. The accused, identified as Mandeep Singh, was reportedly working as an Uber rideshare driver at the time of the alleged incident. According to the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS), the incident occurred on June 16 at around 5:15 p.m. in the parking area of the Burlington GO Station on Fairview Street. Investigators allege that Singh approached the woman and engaged her in conversation before allegedly sexually assaulting her. Police said the woman left the location…

28 Jul

Commonwealth Games 2026: India Enjoys Medal Rush as Sharmila Dhankar Wins Historic Gold

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Glasgow (Rajeev Sharma): India continued its impressive run at the Commonwealth Games 2026, adding a flurry of medals on Day 5 to take its overall tally to 10. The highlight of the day came from Sharmila Dhankar, who delivered a record-breaking performance to clinch the country's second gold medal of the Games. Competing in the women's para shot put F57 event, Sharmila registered a best effort of 9.81 metres, securing the gold and etching her name in history as the first Indian para-athlete to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal in athletics. India's success in the same event continued later…

28 Jul

China Expands J-20 Presence Near India, Satellite Images Highlight Growing Air Power: Report

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh satellite imagery has reportedly revealed an increased deployment of China's advanced J-20 stealth fighter jets at military airbases located close to India's northern frontier, signalling a continued strengthening of Beijing's aerial capabilities in the region. According to an NDTV report, at least 11 J-20 aircraft were spotted at two strategically located airbases during late June and early July. The report, based on satellite images provided by geospatial intelligence firm Vantor, states that seven J-20 stealth fighters were observed at Hotan Air Base in Xinjiang on July 9. The installation is situated relatively close to India's…

27 Jul

NEET Re-Exam Candidate Dies by Suicide in Ahilyanagar, Investigation Underway

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Ahilyanagar (Rajeev Sharma): A NEET aspirant from Maharashtra's Ahilyanagar district allegedly died by suicide shortly after the declaration of the NEET re-examination results, police said on Monday. The incident has once again drawn attention to the immense pressure faced by students preparing for competitive entrance examinations. The deceased, Ankita Sangale, was a resident of Jalalpur village in Karjat. According to the Maharashtra Police, she had scored 166 marks in the NEET re-examination. Police officials said the incident came to light on Sunday, following which a team from the Karjat Police Station reached the spot and initiated legal proceedings. The body…

27 Jul

PoK Votes Under Heavy Security as Elections Begin Amid Political Unrest

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Islamabad (Rajeev Sharma): The first phase of elections to the legislative assembly in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) began on Sunday amid unprecedented security arrangements, with authorities on high alert following months of protests and political unrest in the region. Polling is being conducted in phases and will conclude on August 10, covering 45 directly elected seats in the 53-member assembly. The remaining eight seats are reserved for women, technocrats and religious representatives. According to election authorities, the first phase covers 13 constituencies in the Mirpur division. The second round of polling is scheduled for August 2, when voters in Muzaffarabad division…

27 Jul

From Addressing Nation Via TV to Making Instagram Reels, Jantar Mantar Shifted Govt’s Mindset From Tradition to Modern

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The student-led movement over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak has emerged as more than just a campaign for examination reforms. Beyond the policy changes and political developments it triggered, the protest appears to have influenced the way the Union government is communicating with India's youngest generation. The agitation at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, driven largely by Gen Z students, culminated in a series of significant decisions, including the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the announcement of tougher anti-paper leak measures, and the formation of a high-level committee to recommend reforms in the country's examination system.…

27 Jul

Heavy Rainfall Likely to Lash Himachal Again as IMD Sounds Orange Alert Till July 31

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast another spell of intense monsoon activity in Himachal Pradesh, issuing an Orange Alert for several districts from July 28 to July 31. The warning comes after a brief respite from heavy rainfall over the past few days, with authorities advising residents and tourists to remain cautious. According to the IMD, a strong Western Disturbance is expected to become active over the region from Monday, bringing widespread rainfall across the state. The weather department has warned of heavy to very heavy showers, particularly in vulnerable districts, and cautioned against the possibility…

27 Jul

A Historic Western Canada Tour: His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V Connects Faith, Civic Leadership, and Social Innovation in Calgary and Vancouver

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Calgary/Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): A transformative chapter in Canadian civic and religious history unfolded across Western Canada as His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th Imam of the Shia Nizari Ismaili Muslims, completed his inaugural official tour of the region. Accompanied by his sons, Prince Irfan Aga Khan and Prince Sinan Aga Khan, the multi-day visit marked the Imam’s first regional tour since succeeding his late father, Shah Karim al-Husseini (Aga Khan IV), following his passing in February 2025. Spanning high-level engagements and spiritual assemblies across Alberta and British Columbia, the visit celebrated over five decades of deep-rooted partnership…

27 Jul

Parliament Set for Heated Debate as Opposition Targets Centre Over Police Action During Student Protests

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Parliament is expected to witness a stormy session on Monday as Opposition parties gear up to confront the Centre over the alleged use of excessive force against students protesting the NEET-UG paper leak controversy. The issue is likely to dominate discussions alongside the government's proposed legislation aimed at tackling examination malpractices. The Opposition has accused security agencies of using disproportionate force during demonstrations held on July 20, with allegations that pellet guns and other crowd-control measures were used against students demanding accountability over the examination controversy. Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi,…

26 Jul

Healthy, Disciplined and Drug-Free Youth Will Realise the Dream of a Developed India, Says CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday said that the greatest strength of any nation is its youth. If the younger generation remains healthy, disciplined and free from drugs, the dream of building a Viksit Bharat will undoubtedly be realised. Addressing a large gathering after flagging off the 'Nasha Se Jung – Yamunanagar Ke Sang' anti-drug run in Yamunanagar, the Chief Minister administered a pledge to participants to stay away from drugs and urged them to become ambassadors of a drug-free society. Expressing satisfaction over the enthusiastic participation of youth, children, women, senior citizens and…