Rajeev Sharma

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Calgary Transit Rolls Out Electric Buses, Smarter Services, and Faster Connections to Boost Tourism and Daily Travel

Calgary Transit Rolls Out Electric Buses, Smarter Services, and Faster Connections to Boost Tourism and Daily Travel

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta-Calgary Transit is ushering in a new era of public transportation with the introduction of electric buses, enhanced peak-hour service, and smart technology designed to make commuting and sightseeing smoother than ever. These upgrades aim to benefit both the city’s growing population and the increasing number of visitors exploring Calgary’s attractions. From downtown’s towering skyline to the scenic routes leading toward Banff National Park, Calgary’s transit system plays a vital role in connecting people to the city’s most iconic destinations. As tourism rises and demand for sustainable travel grows, the latest improvements position Calgary Transit as a…
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PM Mark Carney Condemns Violent Attack on Jewish Man in Montreal

PM Mark Carney Condemns Violent Attack on Jewish Man in Montreal

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has strongly denounced a violent assault on a Jewish father in Montreal, calling it “an appalling act” that has no place in Canada. The incident, which took place late Saturday in front of the victim’s children, has sent shockwaves through the local community and beyond. Authorities say the man was attacked outside his home, though details on the assailant have yet to be released. In a statement on Sunday, Carney stressed that every person in Canada has the fundamental right to live without fear for their safety. “My thoughts are with the victim…
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Army Chief Slams Pakistan’s ‘Victory’ Spin on Operation Sindoor, Calls It a Strategic Checkmate

Army Chief Slams Pakistan’s ‘Victory’ Spin on Operation Sindoor, Calls It a Strategic Checkmate

Chennai (National Times): Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi has aimed at Pakistan’s attempt to paint itself as the winner of Operation Sindoor, describing the mission as a high-stakes chess game in which India ultimately delivered a decisive checkmate. Speaking at IIT Madras, he said the operation showcased India’s ability to fight in the “grey zone”, just short of conventional warfare, while keeping the adversary constantly guessing. “In Operation Sindoor, we were making moves; they were making moves. You never knew what the enemy’s next step would be, and they didn’t know ours. Somewhere, we gave them the checkmate,…
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Breakfast: Setting the Tone for Your Day the Right Way

Breakfast: Setting the Tone for Your Day the Right Way

National Times Bureau, August 9, 2025: Nutrition experts worldwide call breakfast the most important meal of the day and for good reason. It fuels your body after hours of fasting, sets your energy levels, and influences your food choices for the rest of the day. Here’s how to make it count.Start SmartAfter a 10–12 hour overnight fast, kick-start your metabolism with 1–2 glasses of water and a small handful of soaked almonds (8–10), raisins, or two tablespoons of roasted chana (with skin if possible).If your day begins with tea or coffee especially black coffee consider a change. These acidic drinks…
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Rishabh Yadav Wins India’s First Medal at World Games 2025, Creates Archery History

Rishabh Yadav Wins India’s First Medal at World Games 2025, Creates Archery History

Chengdu, China – Archer Rishabh Yadav etched his name in the history books on Saturday by securing India’s first medal at the ongoing World Games 2025, clinching bronze in the men’s individual compound event. The 27-year-old’s feat is also India’s first-ever individual archery medal at the World Games, and only the second in the sport’s history for the country at the multi-sport event.Yadav triumphed over compatriot Abhishek Verma 149-147 in an all-Indian bronze medal clash. The contest was a tense, high-quality shootout, with both archers displaying remarkable accuracy under pressure. Yadav gained a slender advantage in the first end, edging…
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Canada Loses 40,800 Jobs in July as Employment Rate Drops to Eight-Month Low

Canada Loses 40,800 Jobs in July as Employment Rate Drops to Eight-Month Low

Ottawa, August 9, 2025 – Canada’s labour market took a significant hit in July, shedding 40,800 jobs and reversing much of the strong hiring seen in June, when the economy had added 83,000 positions. The drop pulled the employment rate down to 60.7%, marking its lowest level in eight months, according to data released by Statistics Canada on Friday.Despite the job losses, the unemployment rate held steady at 6.9%, remaining near multi-year highs. The figures came in weaker than expected, as analysts had projected an increase of 13,500 jobs and a rise in unemployment to 7%.Youth workers bore the brunt…
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Two Punjab Soldiers Martyred in Kulgam’s Akhal Forest Operation

Two Punjab Soldiers Martyred in Kulgam’s Akhal Forest Operation

Srinagar, August 9, 2025 — Two Indian Army soldiers from Punjab were martyred during an ongoing counter-terrorism operation in the Akhal forest of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district.The fallen soldiers have been identified as Sepoy Harminder Singh, 26, of Badinpur village in Fatehgarh Sahib, and Lance Naik Pritpal Singh, 28, of Manupur village in Khanna. Both sustained critical injuries during an intense exchange of fire with militants and succumbed while receiving treatment early Saturday.The tragedy comes just a day before Rakshabandhan, deepening the grief for their families. Pritpal Singh, married less than a year ago, was to celebrate his first…
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IAF Chief Confirms Downing of Five Pakistani Jets in Operation Sindoor

IAF Chief Confirms Downing of Five Pakistani Jets in Operation Sindoor

Bengaluru, August 9, 2025 — Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has confirmed that the Indian Air Force (IAF) destroyed five Pakistani fighter aircraft during Operation Sindoor, a retaliatory mission launched after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.Speaking in Bengaluru on Saturday, Singh said the strikes were executed using the S-400 air defence system, which also brought down a large airborne early warning aircraft believed to be an AEW&C or ELINT platform at an estimated range of 300 kilometres. He described it as the largest recorded surface-to-air kill in history.“In addition to the confirmed fighter kills, one AEW&C-type aircraft was…
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PM Modi, Union Ministers Join Nationwide Raksha Bandhan Festivities

PM Modi, Union Ministers Join Nationwide Raksha Bandhan Festivities

New Delhi, August 9, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Raksha Bandhan with joy and warmth on Friday, welcoming children to his official residence in Delhi. The young visitors tied colourful rakhis on the Prime Minister’s wrist, exchanging smiles and blessings in a heartwarming display of the festival’s essence. The occasion reflected the age-old tradition that honours the unbreakable bond of love and protection between siblings.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also embraced the festive spirit, marking the day with schoolchildren and members of the Brahmakumari organisation. Young girls and women tied rakhis on his wrist, and in return, Singh offered…
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