Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

24 Oct

Indian Refiners Adjust Crude Oil Sourcing Amid U.S. Sanctions on Russian Giants

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LNew Delhi, October 24, 2025 — In response to recent U.S. sanctions targeting Russian oil majors Rosneft and Lukoil, Indian refiners are strategically diversifying their crude oil imports. The U.S. sanctions, announced on October 22, prohibit American entities from engaging with these companies and warn non-U.S. firms of potential secondary penalties, with a deadline of November 21 to wind down all transactions .Currently, Russia supplies approximately one-third of India's crude oil needs, equating to about 1.7 million barrels per day, with 1.2 million barrels sourced from Rosneft and Lukoil . Major Indian refiners, including Reliance Industries and Nayara Energy, have…

24 Oct

Advisory Board Reviews Sonam Wangchuk’s NSA Detention in Jodhpur Jail

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Jodhpur, October 24, 2025 — A three-member advisory board convened at Jodhpur Central Jail today to review the preventive detention of Ladakhi education reformer and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been held under the National Security Act (NSA) since September 26. The hearing, lasting nearly three hours, included Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, who presented her husband's case to the board.The panel was chaired by former Justice M.K. Hanjura, with Principal District and Sessions Judges Manoj Parihar of Leh and Spalzes Angmo of Kargil as members. The proceedings were conducted in a closed-door session, and no official details have…

24 Oct

Supreme Court to Hear Contempt Petition Against Advocate for Attempted Shoe Attack on CJI

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New Delhi, October 24, 2025: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on October 27 a petition seeking criminal contempt proceedings against advocate Rakesh Kishore, who allegedly attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai during court proceedings on October 6. The case will be heard by a Bench comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi.The petition was filed by the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), and Attorney General R Venkataramani granted consent on October 16 to initiate contempt proceedings under Section 15(1)(b) of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971. In his letter to…

24 Oct

Delhi Police Bust ISIS Module, Arrest Two Operatives Planning IED Blast

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National Times Bureau :- The Delhi police on Friday busted an ISIS module and arrested two operatives for allegedly planning an IED blast in the national capital. The suspects, apprehended in a joint operation by intelligence agencies and special cell were already in their advance stages in executing the plan. The accused were trained to carry out Fidayeen attack, police said. One of the suspects has been identified as Adnan. The police officials have also seized arms and ammunition. The operation is currently underway with officials expected to dismantle the network and identify other members of the module. "The operation…

24 Oct

India Invites Canadian PM Mark Carney to AI Action Summit in Bid to Rebuild Diplomatic Ties

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New Delhi: (Rajeev Sharma): In a move seen as an effort to restore balance in bilateral relations, India has extended an invitation to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend the upcoming Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in New Delhi this February. The event is expected to become a diplomatic platform for both sides to restart meaningful dialogue and strengthen trade cooperation after years of strained ties. According to a report published by The Globe and Mail, the invitation signals a positive turn in India–Canada relations, which deteriorated sharply in 2023 after a diplomatic fallout over the killing of Sikh activist…

24 Oct

Kurnool Bus Inferno Claims 20 Lives, Rescue Teams Continue Search for Victims

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Kurnool (Rajeev Sharma): The number of casualties in the Kurnool bus fire has increased to 20, as authorities recovered more bodies from the charred remains of the vehicle late Friday. The tragic incident occurred when a Hyderabad–Bengaluru Volvo bus collided with a two-wheeler and burst into flames on National Highway 44, near Ullindakonda village in the early hours of the morning. According to officials, the luxury coach carrying around 40 passengers caught fire shortly after 3:30 a.m., giving little time for those inside to react. Many of the victims were believed to be asleep when the blaze spread, trapping them…

24 Oct

Delhi Set to Witness First Artificial Rainfall on October 29 to Tackle Pollution

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a landmark environmental experiment, Delhi is expected to experience its first-ever bout of artificial rain on October 29, an initiative aimed at combating the city’s worsening air pollution in the aftermath of Diwali. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the development, stating that preparations are in full swing following a successful trial run over Burari, where scientists dispersed silver iodide and sodium chloride into existing clouds to test the technology. The ambitious project is the result of a collaboration between the Delhi government, IIT Kanpur, the India Meteorological Department (IMD), and the Indian Institute of Tropical…

24 Oct

Tragic Bus Fire in Kurnool Leaves 12 Dead, Several Injured on Hyderabad–Bengaluru Route

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Kurnool (Rajeev Sharma): A night journey turned catastrophic when a Hyderabad–Bengaluru Volvo bus burst into flames after colliding with a two-wheeler in Andhra Pradesh’s Kurnool district early Friday. At least twelve people lost their lives, and several others sustained burn injuries in the horrific accident. The incident occurred near Ullindakonda village on National Highway 44 around 3:30 a.m. The bus, belonging to Kaveri Travels, had left Hyderabad close to midnight carrying 40 passengers and staff. Police suspect that the two-wheeler became trapped beneath the bus, leading to sparks that ignited the fuel tank and quickly set the vehicle ablaze. Eyewitnesses…

23 Oct

India Women Enter Semifinals of ODI World Cup with Victory Over New Zealand

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Navi Mumbai, October 23, 2025: Host nation India Women have secured a spot in the Women’s ODI World Cup semifinals after defeating New Zealand by 53 runs (DLS method) in their round-robin clash on Thursday. With this win, India became the fourth and final team to qualify for the knockout stage, while New Zealand and Sri Lanka were eliminated from the tournament.At the DY Patil Stadium, New Zealand won the toss and opted to bowl. India posted 340 runs for 3 wickets in 49 overs, their highest-ever World Cup score, despite one over being lost to rain. Smriti Mandhana scored…

23 Oct

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Celebrates Bhai Dooj in Khatima

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Udham Singh Nagar, October 23, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated the festival of Bhai Dooj in Khatima town of Udham Singh Nagar district on Thursday. During the ceremony, his mother and sisters applied a ceremonial tilak on his forehead and offered their blessings.Extending greetings to all sisters in the state, the Chief Minister prayed for their continued love and affection and wished that they achieve greater heights of success in life. Earlier, he also shared his wishes on social media, saying: “Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the auspicious festival…