Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

27 Oct

Prime Minister Mark Carney to Meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at APEC Summit in South Korea

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KUALA LUMPUR ( National Times): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in South Korea.This meeting marks the first direct engagement between Canadian and Chinese leaders in several years, signaling a possible thaw in bilateral relations that have been tense amid ongoing trade and diplomatic disputes.Relations between the two nations have soured in recent years after China imposed damaging tariffs on Canadian canola, seafood, and other agricultural products, retaliating against Canada’s tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and batteries.Premiers and business leaders…

27 Oct

Indian-origin woman sexually assaulted in UK over racial identity, police release suspect’s cctv

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ਨੈਸ਼ਨਲ ਟਾਈਮਜ਼ ਬਿਊਰੋ :- A 20-year-old woman of Indian origin was sexually assaulted in the United Kingdon's (UK) West Midlands over alleged racial identity, according to the West Midlands Police. This was an absolutely appalling attack on a young woman, and we are doing absolutely everything we can to arrest the person responsible,” senior police officer Ronan Tyrer, who is overseeing the investigation, said on Sunday. “We have teams of officers recovering evidence and building a profile of the attacker so that he can be brought into custody as soon as possible. While we are following multiple lines of enquiry…

27 Oct

Acid attack on Delhi University student near Laxmibai College, accused at large

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National Times Bureau :- A 20-year-old Delhi University student sustained acid burns after being attacked near Lakshmibai College in northwest Delhi’s Ashok Vihar area on Sunday morning. According to the police, the accused, her stalker identified as Jitender allegedly threw acid at her before fleeing the scene. The injured woman, resident of Mukundpur was immediately rushed to Deep Chand Bandhu Hospital, where she is currently undergoing treatment. The hospital authorities then informed the police about the incident. The victim, a second-year non-college student, told police she had gone to Lakshmibai College for an extra class when the incident occurred around…

27 Oct

Justice Surya Kant Set to Become Next Chief Justice of India After CJI Gavai’s Recommendation

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai has recommended Justice Surya Kant to be appointed as the next Chief Justice of India (CJI) following his retirement on November 23. The recommendation was sent to the Union Ministry of Law and Justice, marking the beginning of the formal process for the top judicial appointment. Justice Surya Kant, currently serving as a senior judge of the Supreme Court, is next in line as per the convention of seniority. If appointed, he will assume office later next month and serve until February 9, 2027, giving him a tenure of around…

27 Oct

Jaishankar and Rubio Meet in Kuala Lumpur Amid Efforts to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

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Kuala Lumpur (Rajeev Sharma): Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in crucial talks on Monday in Kuala Lumpur, focused on strengthening bilateral relations and addressing issues arising from recent trade tensions between the two countries. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ongoing Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, where world leaders are gathering to discuss regional and global matters. Jaishankar shared his thoughts on the meeting via a social media post, expressing satisfaction with the talks. “It was a pleasure to meet with Foreign Minister Rubio this morning…

27 Oct

Delhi’s Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’ as Light Rain Expected Later

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Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Delhi continues to battle poor air quality, with the city’s pollution levels lingering in the "very poor" range on Monday. While the air remains harmful to health, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rain for later in the day, providing some hope for relief. As of early morning, the minimum temperature in the capital was recorded at 17.3°C, just slightly above the average for this time of year. With skies expected to be partly cloudy, the maximum temperature is forecasted to reach around 29°C. The high humidity of 94% recorded at 8:30 AM made the…

27 Oct

Calgary Community Organizations Unite for Massive Blood Donation Drive

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma ): In a powerful demonstration of unity and compassion, several Calgary based community organizations have joined forces to organize a Massive Blood Donation Drive aimed at saving lives and fostering community spirit.The initiative is being led collectively by AAPCAA, BBC3, BAA, CMA, Calgary IITians, CBKM, CTA, GMA, Himachal, IIC, ISC, JSOC, OSCAA, OHM, RANA, Tamil, and TAC, reflecting a shared commitment to social responsibility and humanitarian service. 🩸 Date: November 29Location: Downtown CenterTime: 8:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.Organizers have emphasized that this campaign is more than just a donation event , it’s a celebration of togetherness, empathy,…

26 Oct

Pushkar Singh Dhami Government Drives Tourism Boom Across Uttarakhand, Pilgrimage and Adventure Activities Soar

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Dehradun, October 26 – The Uttarakhand government’s focused efforts have significantly boosted tourism and pilgrimage activities across the state. According to the Tourism Department, over the past three years, more than 23 crore tourists have visited Uttarakhand, marking a notable surge in both domestic and international visitors.Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted that tourism forms the backbone of Uttarakhand’s economy, providing direct benefits to local communities. “Tourism and pilgrimage activities not only generate income for the state but also support livelihoods for homestay owners, hotel and dhaba operators, women’s self-help groups, and transport service providers,” he said.The state’s tourism sector…

26 Oct

Niagara Police Intensify Hunt for Suspect in Lincoln Homicide

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Lincoln, Ontario, October 27, 2025: The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Homicide Unit has stepped up efforts to locate Manpreet Singh, wanted in connection with the murder of 27-year-old Amanpreet Saini. Saini’s body was discovered on October 21 at Charles Daley Park in Lincoln, Ontario.Postmortem results confirmed Saini, a North York resident, as the victim. Singh, 27, from Brampton, has been identified as the suspect, and authorities are seeking a Canada-wide arrest warrant for second-degree murder. Investigators believe Singh fled the country soon after the killing. Police have described the incident as a targeted attack and reassured the public that…

26 Oct

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Clarifies US-Pakistan Ties Won’t Undermine India Relations

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Doha [Qatar], October 26, 2025: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has dismissed concerns that Washington’s expanding strategic engagement with Pakistan is aimed at sidelining India, affirming that the US’ “deep, historic, and important” partnership with New Delhi remains intact.Speaking to reporters en route to Doha, Qatar, Rubio acknowledged India’s concerns due to longstanding tensions with Pakistan but emphasized that the US engages multiple nations based on shared interests. “I don’t think anything we’re doing with Pakistan comes at the expense of our relationship or friendship with India,” he said.Rubio highlighted India’s diplomatic maturity, noting that New Delhi maintains relations…