Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

08 Sep

Calgary Police Release Photos of 15 Men Accused in Extortion Cases Targeting South Asian Community

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian authorities have released photographs of 15 men facing charges in a series of extortion investigations that have raised concerns among Calgary’s South Asian community. The Calgary Police Service (CPS) said 16 people have been charged with a total of 56 offences connected to the investigations. Police said one accused person remains in custody, while the remaining individuals have been released on bail. None of those charged are Canadian citizens. Authorities are now appealing to members of the public for information that could help investigators establish the suspects’ movements, employment, associates and other connections. Police seek information about suspects and associates Jeff…

08 Sep

Nepal Flood Crisis Deepens as Death Toll Reaches 1,356, Thousands Remain Unaccounted For

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Kathmandu (Rajeev Sharma): Nepal’s devastating flash floods have left a growing trail of destruction, with the death toll climbing to 1,356, while rescue agencies continue searching for thousands of people still unaccounted for. According to Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), 4,994 people remain missing, including at least 589 foreign nationals. Rescue teams have so far managed to bring 13,396 people to safety. The catastrophe began on August 26 after an ice-and-rock avalanche close to the Nepal-Tibet border triggered a massive surge of water. The Bhotekoshi River carried the floodwaters into areas farther south, where entire communities…

08 Sep

Shimla-Kinnaur Highway Blocked by Landslide as Himachal Heads Towards a Drier Spell

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Traffic movement on the Shimla-Kinnaur National Highway-5 came to a standstill early Monday after a major landslide struck the road at Janogghat near Theog, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on either side. The landslide occurred at around 5 am, bringing down two to three large deodar trees along with debris onto the highway. Authorities subsequently closed the stretch to traffic as efforts began to clear the obstruction. The disruption has particularly affected vehicles carrying apples, with dozens of fruit-laden trucks reportedly stuck along the highway. Emergency vehicles have also been unable to cross the affected section, adding…

08 Sep

Delhi MCD Survey Flags Just 62 Dangerous Buildings Despite Inspection of 30.7 Lakh Structures

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Municipal Corporation of Delhi’s annual pre-monsoon building inspection has raised questions over how effectively the civic body is dealing with structures that may pose a safety risk. Despite examining nearly 30.7 lakh buildings across the Capital, the MCD classified only 62 structures as dangerous this year. The figures assume significance as Delhi continues to witness incidents involving ageing and structurally compromised buildings. The concern is not merely about the number of structures identified during inspections, but also about what happens after a building is declared unsafe. Several cases point to a gap between identification and…

07 Sep

‘Hanuman Ansh’ Box Office: Rs 2 Crore Film Roars Past Rs 120 Crore, Defies Star-Power Formula

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Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): In an industry where big stars and massive production budgets often dominate the box-office conversation, Hanuman Ansh has scripted an extraordinary success story by relying on little more than its content and strong audience word of mouth. Directed by Vishal Chaturvedi and featuring Shobhinaw Satyaa and Chandan Anand in leading roles, the Hindi film was reportedly made for around ₹2 crore. Its opening, however, gave little indication of what was to follow. The film earned only about ₹10 lakh on its first day after arriving in theatres on August 7. Even after two weeks, the film had…

07 Sep

Probe Underway After Amazon Cargo Plane Runs Off Miami Runway, Five Killed

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Miami (Rajeev Sharma): Investigators have begun examining the circumstances surrounding a deadly accident at Miami International Airport after an Amazon cargo aircraft ran beyond the runway shortly after landing, crossed a nearby road and struck vehicles on the ground. Five people were killed and another five suffered serious injuries in the crash, which occurred shortly before 2 pm local time on Sunday. Authorities have yet to release the identities of those who died, and it remains unclear how many of the fatalities were aboard the aircraft and how many were on the ground. The aircraft, a Boeing 767-300 operated by…

07 Sep

Satya Niketan Building Collapse: Delhi Government Suspends Five MCD Officials, Owner Arrested

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Delhi government has taken strict action following the tragic building collapse incident in Satya Niketan, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announcing the suspension of five Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) officials and the arrest of the building owner. In a post on social media, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the MCD Deputy Commissioner, Executive Engineer, Superintending Engineer, Assistant Engineer and Junior Engineer concerned have been suspended with immediate effect in connection with the incident. The building owner has also been arrested as authorities intensify action following the collapse. The Chief Minister further announced that immediate…

07 Sep

Himachal Weather: Weak Monsoon to Keep Rain Away for Six Days, Temperatures Set to Rise

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to experience a relatively dry spell over the next six days, with the monsoon expected to remain subdued across the state. The weather department has forecast mostly clear or partly cloudy skies until September 12, with only isolated pockets likely to receive light to moderate showers. With rainfall activity expected to remain limited, temperatures could climb by around 2 to 3 degrees Celsius in the coming days. No district in Himachal Pradesh has been placed under a rainfall alert until September 12. The state has already witnessed a below-normal monsoon this year. Cumulative…

05 Sep

Sandy Dosanjh Withdraws From Surrey Council Race Following Husband Kal Dosanjh’s Arrest

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Surrey, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Sandy Dosanjh has withdrawn her candidacy for Surrey City Council under the Conservative Party of Surrey following the recent arrest and criminal charges against her husband, veteran Vancouver Police officer Kal Dosanjh. In statements addressing the development, Sandy Dosanjh defended her husband and maintained that he has committed no crime. She also questioned the circumstances surrounding the police action, saying the Vancouver Police Department should have notified the family before officers arrived at their home. Dosanjh further raised concerns about the timing of the investigation becoming public, suggesting that its emergence coincided with her political announcement…

05 Sep

Priyanka Chopra Jonas Makes a Striking Paris Appearance in Sculptural Dior

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PARIS (Rajeev Sharma): Priyanka Chopra Jonas once again turned heads in Paris, bringing a dramatic yet playful fashion statement to the LVMH Prize ceremony at the Fondation Louis Vuitton. The actor, who was recently announced as an ambassador for the prestigious ceremony, attended the event on Friday to present the Karl Lagerfeld Prize alongside Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence and Thai actress Urassaya “Yaya” Sperbund. For the occasion, Chopra opted for a monochrome Dior ensemble that combined classic tailoring with eye-catching three-dimensional details. Rather than relying on sequins or elaborate embellishments, the outfit made its impact through its sculptural construction. The…