Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

04 Nov

California crash: Indian-origin trucker Jashanpreet Singh not under drug influence during fatal accident, say US officials

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National Times Bureau :- A major development has emerged in the California road accident case involving 21-year-old Indian-origin driver Jashanpreet Singh from Yuba City. US authorities have now clarified that Singh was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the accident that claimed three lives last month. He was arrested on October 21 on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) after a deadly collision on a San Bernardino County freeway. However, a recent toxicology report has revealed no traces of intoxicating substances in his blood. Despite this, officials confirmed that charges of vehicular manslaughter…

04 Nov

Indian Students Face Record Visa Rejections as Canada Tightens Immigration Rules

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s sweeping crackdown on fraudulent student visa applications has resulted in an unprecedented spike in rejection rates for Indian students, drastically reducing their presence across Canadian campuses and straining academic ties between the two nations. Latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that as of August 2025, 74 percent of student visa requests from India were turned down — a sharp increase from 32 percent just two years ago. Globally, the refusal rate averaged around 40 percent, while China’s stood much lower at 24 percent. Sharp Fall in Indian Applications The surge in rejections…

03 Nov

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami to Inaugurate ₹46.24 Crore Development Projects in Kashipur

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Kashipur, November 3, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami will visit Kashipur on Tuesday to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for several development projects within the municipal area. He will also attend the State-Level Urban Local Bodies Conference as the chief guest.During a press briefing held at the Municipal Corporation auditorium on Monday, Mayor Deepak Bali, along with Municipal Commissioner Ravindra Singh Bisht and local councillors, shared details about the visit. The Mayor said that multiple development works are actively being implemented in the region, with projects worth over ₹100 crore already completed since the current board took…

03 Nov

Fourteen Killed, Thirteen Injured as Speeding Dumper Truck Ploughs Through Traffic in Jaipur

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Jaipur, November 3, 2025: A bustling road in Jaipur’s Harmada area turned into a horrific scene of destruction on Monday afternoon after a speeding dumper truck rammed into at least 17 vehicles, killing 14 people and injuring 13 others. The tragic accident occurred near Loha Mandi, leaving mangled cars, crushed motorcycles, and bodies scattered across a 300-metre stretch of the road.According to police, the dumper’s driver, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, lost control and ploughed through multiple vehicles before finally crashing into a trailer truck. Eyewitnesses described the scene as a “massacre,” with locals rushing to rescue victims trapped…

03 Nov

Air India Flight from San Francisco to Delhi Diverted to Mongolia After Mid-Air Technical Alert

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New Delhi, November 3, 2025 — An Air India flight from San Francisco to Delhi via Kolkata was diverted to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Sunday after the crew detected a suspected technical issue mid-air.The Boeing 777 aircraft, operating as flight AI174, made a precautionary landing at Chinggis Khaan International Airport in Ulaanbaatar, where it landed safely. All passengers and crew were reported safe, the airline confirmed.The flight had departed from San Francisco at 2:47 pm IST and was scheduled to arrive in Delhi at 9:59 pm on Monday. “AI174 of November 2, operating from San Francisco to Delhi via Kolkata, made…

03 Nov

BCCI Announces ₹51 Crore Reward After India’s Historic Women’s World Cup Victory

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Navi Mumbai, November 3 — The Indian women’s cricket team etched their name in history on Sunday by winning their maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a high-voltage final at DY Patil Stadium. The triumph ended India’s 47-year-long wait for a world title, igniting celebrations across the country.Batting first, India showcased a commanding performance. Shafali Verma’s blazing 87 set the platform, followed by Deepti Sharma’s steady 58 and Smriti Mandhana’s fluent 45. Richa Ghosh’s brisk 34 pushed the total to an imposing 298 for seven. South Africa’s Ayabonga Khaka fought hard with three…

03 Nov

Trump Alleges Pakistan Conducting Nuclear Tests, Says U.S. Must Resume Its Own Program

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Washington, November 3 — U.S. President Donald Trump has alleged that Pakistan is among several nations carrying out nuclear tests, alongside Russia, China, and North Korea. He said this growing global activity has compelled the United States to restart its own nuclear testing program after more than thirty years.During an interview with CBS News’s 60 Minutes on Sunday, Trump claimed that while other nations conduct nuclear trials in secrecy, the U.S. operates openly and transparently. “Russia and China are testing, but they don’t talk about it. We’re an open society, so we have to talk about it,” he said. “We’re…

02 Nov

India Women End 47-Year Wait, Capture First-Ever ODI World Cup Title

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Navi Mumbai, November 2, 2025 — The Indian women’s cricket team made history on Sunday by lifting their maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup trophy after defeating South Africa by 52 runs in a gripping final at DY Patil Stadium. The triumph marked the end of a 47-year-long pursuit of the world title.South Africa, who opted to bowl first, struggled to contain India’s aggressive batting display. Shafali Verma led the innings with an exceptional 87, while Deepti Sharma anchored the middle order with a solid 58. Smriti Mandhana’s fluent 45 and Richa Ghosh’s quickfire 34 added crucial runs as India…

02 Nov

Dhami Highlights Uttarakhand’s Milestones, Says 36,000 Jobs to Be Created by Next Year

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Dehradun, November 2, 2025 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that over 26,000 government jobs have been created in the state over the past four years, with the figure expected to rise to at least 36,000 by next year. Speaking at a press conference marking the start of Uttarakhand’s silver jubilee celebrations, Dhami said several recruitment exams are underway and pending results will push the total number higher.The Chief Minister described the 25th anniversary of the state’s formation on November 9 as an occasion to reflect on its achievements. He highlighted key legislative milestones, including the implementation of…

02 Nov

PM Modi Offers Prayers at Patna Sahib Gurdwara After Election Rallies in Bihar

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Patna, November 2, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib on Sunday evening, offering prayers at one of Sikhism’s five holiest shrines. Wearing an orange turban, Modi was accompanied by Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Bihar Assembly Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav during the visit.Elaborate security arrangements were in place for the Prime Minister’s arrival. Earlier in the day, Modi addressed election rallies in Arrah and Nawada in support of NDA candidates and later led a massive roadshow through Patna before heading to the gurdwara.During his rally in Arrah, Modi referred…