Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

28 Jan

Massive avalanche hits tourist resort in Jammu and Kashmir’s Sonamarg, no casualties reported

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National Times Bureau :- A powerful avalanche struck the tourist destination of Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir late on Tuesday night, triggering panic but causing no injuries, officials reported. The incident occurred around 10:12 pm in Sonamarg, located in the Ganderbal district of central Kashmir. CCTV visuals captured a massive surge of snow cascading down the mountains and sweeping over multiple structures. Although the avalanche appeared intense and caused visible damage, authorities confirmed that no casualties have been recorded. Rescue teams and local officials promptly reached the area to evaluate the impact and monitor any potential threats. The avalanche followed…

28 Jan

Ajit Pawar Dead After Aircraft Mishap During Baramati Landing

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Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and senior NCP figure Ajit Pawar was killed on Wednesday after the aircraft he was travelling in met with an accident while attempting to land in Baramati. The incident occurred earlier in the day and prompted an immediate emergency response from local authorities. People present near the landing area reported that the aircraft encountered trouble moments before touchdown, leading to a crash landing. Pawar, who is 66 years old, was promptly evacuated from the site and taken to a hospital for treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries. The deputy chief minister had…

27 Jan

Former Liberal Cabinet Minister Kirsty Duncan Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Former Liberal cabinet minister and longtime Member of Parliament Kirsty Duncan has died at the age of 59 following a prolonged battle with cancer. Born on Oct. 31, 1966, Duncan was elected five times as the Liberal MP for the Toronto riding of Etobicoke North, serving in Parliament from 2008 until 2025. She stepped away from electoral politics last year and did not seek re-election. Duncan served in cabinet during former prime minister Justin Trudeau’s first term, holding the portfolios of minister of science and minister of sport. She also briefly served as minister for persons with…

27 Jan

Alberta Separation Petition Reaches Calgary as Referendum Push Gains Visibility

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Campaigners seeking a referendum on Alberta’s separation from Canada have expanded their petition drive to Calgary for the first time, marking a new phase in a movement that has already seen signings across rural communities and smaller towns in recent weeks. Outside the Big Four Roadhouse on Monday, residents formed a lineup to sign the petition, which calls for a province-wide vote on whether Alberta should become an independent country. Some participants cited economic frustration as their primary motivation. Scott Negraiff, one of the signatories, said he believes Alberta would be more prosperous on its own, pointing…

27 Jan

Carney Defends Davos Speech, Rejects U.S. Claim of Walking Back Remarks After Trump Call

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has firmly defended his recent speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, dismissing claims from the U.S. administration that he retreated from his remarks during a phone conversation with President Donald Trump. Speaking to reporters on Parliament Hill on Tuesday, Carney said his position remains unchanged. “To be absolutely clear, and I said this to the president, I meant what I said in Davos,” he stated. “My remarks were clear and reflected a broader discussion. Canada was among the first countries to recognise the shift in U.S. trade policy that had begun,…

27 Jan

Hotel Pool Incident in Canmore Sends 11 Children to Hospital; Chlorine Exposure Suspected

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Canmore, Alta.: Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Canmore Fire-Rescue are investigating an incident at a Canmore hotel pool that resulted in 11 children being taken to hospital on Sunday morning. According to the Town of Canmore, Fire-Rescue crews responded to a hazardous materials call at approximately 10:44 a.m. at the Canmore Inn and Suites. Upon arrival, firefighters found nearly 30 children in the pool area experiencing symptoms of illness, including nausea and vomiting. Emergency crews suspected a chemical-related exposure and immediately evacuated the pool area. Air quality testing conducted at the scene revealed elevated levels of a hazardous substance. Based…

27 Jan

Iran gears up for possible attack as US sends aircraft carrier, warships in Middle East

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National Times Bureau :- The US Navy’s Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group entered the United States Central Command region on Monday after being redirected from Indo-Pacific operations amid rising tensions with Iran. The move has sparked renewed speculation that US President Donald Trump may consider authorizing airstrikes against Tehran. The USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 3, transited the Strait of Malacca on January 19. It was escorted by three Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers — USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG-121), USS Spruance (DDG-111), and USS Michael Murphy (DDG-112). In…

27 Jan

Toronto Struggles to Recover After Record-Breaking Snowfall

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Toronto is working to recover from the heaviest snowfall in its history, with city officials warning that clearing the streets and infrastructure could take several days. Some areas of Canada’s largest city were buried under nearly 60 cm (about 23 inches) of snow, forcing the cancellation of over 500 flights at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Sunday. The airport has already recorded more than 88.2 cm of snowfall this month, making it the snowiest January and the snowiest month on record since 1937. The weekend storm, which affected much of North America, led several school boards to…

27 Jan

Canadian Prime Minister Likely to Travel to India in Early March, Trade and Technology on Agenda

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit India in the first week of March, according to media reports citing diplomatic sources. The visit, if confirmed, is anticipated to mark a significant step in strengthening economic and strategic engagement between the two countries. Reports indicate that the proposed visit could lead to multiple agreements spanning sectors such as uranium supply, clean energy, critical minerals and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, was quoted as saying that discussions are also underway for cooperation in nuclear energy, oil and gas, environmental initiatives,…

27 Jan

Alberta Minister Rajan Sawhney Attends Republic Day Celebrations in Goa, Meets Indian and State Leaders

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GOA (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Cabinet Minister Rajan Sawhney attended India’s Republic Day celebrations in the state of Goa as part of her official visit to India, joining senior Indian leadership including the Governor of Goa, the Chief Minister of Goa, several state ministers, and Shri Shripad Naik, Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India. Minister Sawhney was accompanied by UCP party members Happy Maan and Jatinder Tatla from Alberta, who were also part of the delegation participating in the Republic Day event. Her visit forms part of Alberta’s international outreach aimed at strengthening…