Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

12 Oct

Uttarakhand GST Department Busts ₹20 Lakh Tax Evasion Racket in Haldwani; Senior Officer Under Probe

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Dehradun, October 12, 2025: The Uttarakhand GST headquarters has uncovered a major tax evasion racket worth over ₹20 lakh in Haldwani, Kumaon, allegedly involving collusion with senior officials at the joint commissioner level.According to officials, multiple complaints had surfaced about transporters bringing goods into Haldwani while evading taxes. One transporter reportedly received protection from a senior departmental officer, which hindered local enforcement actions.In a confidential operation earlier this week, GST teams from Rudrapur conducted surprise raids on two transport companies in Haldwani under tight police security. Authorities seized a large quantity of goods transported without proper documentation or using falsified…

12 Oct

NDA Finalizes Seat Distribution for Bihar Assembly Polls 2025

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Patna, October 12, 2025: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has announced the distribution of seats among its allies for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. As per the agreement, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (United) will contest 101 constituencies each. The Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) [LJP (R)] led by Chirag Paswan has been allotted 29 seats, while Jitan Ram Manjhi’s Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) and Upendra Kushwaha’s Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) will each field candidates in six constituencies.In the 2020 Bihar elections, BJP had contested 110 seats and won 74, while JD(U) fought on 115 and secured…

12 Oct

Afghanistan Claims Killing 58 Pakistani Troops in Overnight Counter Operations

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KABUL (Rajeev Sharma): The Taliban-led government in Afghanistan on Sunday claimed that its forces launched retaliatory strikes along the Pakistan border, resulting in the deaths of 58 Pakistani soldiers and the capture of several outposts. Government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid stated that the overnight operation was carried out in response to repeated cross-border incursions and airspace violations allegedly committed by Pakistani forces. “Our troops have taken control of 25 enemy posts. Fifty-eight Pakistani soldiers have been killed and around 30 others injured,” Mujahid announced in a statement. The claim follows recent allegations by Kabul that Pakistan had carried out aerial attacks…

12 Oct

Afghan Forces Strike Back at Pakistani Military Posts Amid Rising Border Tensions

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Kabul (Rajeev Sharma): In a sharp escalation of cross-border hostilities, Afghanistan’s armed forces carried out retaliatory attacks late Saturday night on Pakistani military positions along the Durand Line. The Afghan Ministry of Defence confirmed the action, stating it was a direct response to repeated airspace violations and recent strikes on Afghan territory. The overnight operation, which reportedly concluded around midnight, was described by the Afghan Defence Ministry as a "successful retaliatory move" aimed at defending national sovereignty. In a public statement shared via X (formerly Twitter), the ministry said: “Tonight, our armed forces conducted a successful retaliatory operation against the…

12 Oct

Canada’s Foreign Minister Arrives in India to Push Strategic Collaboration on Trade and Security

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand begins her official visit to India today, with a focus on laying the groundwork for a long-term strategic partnership encompassing trade, energy, and security cooperation. During her stay in New Delhi, Minister Anand is scheduled to meet with India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. These meetings are expected to pave the way for a formal framework to enhance bilateral engagement across multiple sectors. Officials on both sides have emphasized that the talks aim to deepen economic links, broaden trade relations, and explore joint…

11 Oct

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Hails PM Modi’s Launch of ₹35,440 Crore Agricultural Schemes as Historic Boost for Farmers

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New Delhi, October 11, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for launching two flagship agricultural schemes — PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses — calling them a landmark moment in India’s agricultural development and a step toward ensuring prosperity and dignity for farmers.In a post on X, CM Dhami wrote, “Today has brought a historic achievement in India’s agricultural history. The Honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji has launched the ‘PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana’ and ‘Dalhan Aatmanirbharta Mission,’ thereby initiating a new chapter of prosperity and dignity in…

11 Oct

India, Canada to Build Strategic Cooperation Framework During Canadian FM Anita Anand’s Visit

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New Delhi, October 11, 2025: India and Canada are set to explore a new framework for “strategic cooperation” covering trade, energy, and security during Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s visit to New Delhi beginning Sunday.Anand will hold extensive discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal aimed at boosting bilateral relations across key sectors. India will be her first stop in a three-nation tour that also includes Singapore and China.According to a Canadian government readout, both countries are working toward a “strategic framework” focusing on trade diversification, energy transformation, and security collaboration. During her stay, Anand…

11 Oct

Kangana Ranaut to Appear in Bathinda Court on October 27 in Defamation Case Filed by Farmer Woman

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Bathinda, Punjab, October 11, 2025: BJP MP from Mandi and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will appear before the Bathinda District Court on October 27 in a long-pending defamation case. The court accepted a request from her legal team on Friday, scheduling her personal appearance for 2 PM.The case, filed by 85-year-old farmer Mahinder Kaur from Bahadargarh Jandian village, dates back to January 4, 2021. Kaur, who was 81 at the time, accused Kangana of making defamatory remarks during the farmers’ protest in Delhi. The actress had allegedly shared Kaur’s photograph on social media and suggested that she was a paid…

11 Oct

US-China Trade War Opens New Doors for Indian Exporters as Tariffs Soar

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma) : The escalating trade war between the United States and China is rattling global markets, but experts say it could turn into a significant opportunity for Indian exporters. With Washington imposing steep new tariffs on Chinese goods, American demand is expected to shift toward Indian products, offering a major boost to India’s export prospects.The US has announced an additional 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting November 1, 2025, taking total duties to a staggering 130%. The move comes in retaliation to Beijing’s decision on October 9 to restrict exports of rare earth elements — materials essential…

11 Oct

Shubman Gill Surpasses Rohit Sharma, Becomes Fifth-Highest Century-Maker in WTC History

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New Delhi, October 11, 2025: Team India captain Shubman Gill achieved a major milestone on Saturday, becoming the fifth player with the most centuries in World Test Championship (WTC) history, after smashing an unbeaten 129-run knock on Day 2 of the second Test against the West Indies at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium.Gill’s fluent innings came off 196 balls, featuring 16 boundaries and two sixes, taking his WTC tally to 2,826 runs in 39 matches at an average of 43.47 and a strike rate of 61.36. With this, Gill now boasts 10 WTC centuries, surpassing former India skipper Rohit Sharma, who…