Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

22 Oct

Punjabi Artist Teji Kahlon Shot in Canada; Gang Linked to Rohit Godara Claims Responsibility Online

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): In a shocking act of violence, Punjabi singer Teji Kahlon was seriously wounded in a shooting incident that took place in Canada. The attack, which is suspected to have ties to organized crime, has triggered alarm both within the Punjabi community and among law enforcement agencies. According to early reports, Kahlon was targeted by unknown assailants and sustained significant injuries. He was swiftly transported to a local hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment. Medical officials have described his condition as critical but stable. Shortly after the attack, a disturbing message appeared on social media, in which…

22 Oct

Thick Haze Lingers Over Delhi as Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A blanket of haze hovered over the capital on Wednesday morning as Delhi continued to grapple with worsening air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) clocking in at 335—firmly placing it in the ‘very poor’ category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI reading was recorded at 9 a.m., reflecting elevated levels of fine particulate matter in the air, which pose a significant threat to respiratory health. The grim air quality persists despite a forecast of clear skies through the day. Morning conditions saw heavy humidity, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD)…

22 Oct

North Korea Fires Missiles Days Ahead of High-Stakes APEC Summit in Seoul

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Seoul, South Korea *(Rajeev Sharma): North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles on Wednesday morning, just one week before South Korea hosts a major Asia-Pacific summit that will bring together top world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. The launches were detected by South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, who reported that the missiles were fired from an area near Pyongyang and flew northeast for approximately 350 kilometers (around 217 miles). Officials believe the missiles landed within North Korean territory and posed no immediate external threat. The test is North Korea's first known…

22 Oct

Minor Incident at Kerala Helipad After President Murmu’s Arrival, No Injuries Reported

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Kerala (Rajeev Sharma): A slight depression appeared on the helipad surface at Pramadam Stadium in Pathanamthitta shortly after President Droupadi Murmu’s helicopter landed, prompting a quick response from emergency personnel stationed nearby. The President had just arrived in the region as part of her official visit when the incident occurred. According to reports from the ground, one section of the tarmac appeared to sink marginally beneath the helicopter, causing a momentary imbalance. https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1980848627162730593 Security and emergency teams, including local police and fire services, acted swiftly to stabilize the aircraft. They manually guided the chopper away from the uneven section, ensuring…

22 Oct

Diwali at the White House: Donald Trump Commends India Ties, Calls PM Modi a “Valued Friend”

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Washington D.C. (Rajeev Sharma) — In a vibrant celebration of Diwali, U.S. President Donald Trump joined Indian-American community leaders and top officials at the White House, using the occasion to highlight the strength of the U.S.-India partnership and express his personal admiration for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing attendees in a warmly lit ceremonial room, Trump shared that he had spoken with PM Modi earlier that day. “We had a fantastic talk,” he said. “He’s a strong leader, a very good man, and someone I’ve come to consider a very dear friend.” The conversation, according to Trump, covered key…

21 Oct

Central Railway Operates 705 Special Trains for Diwali and Chhath, Over 10.6 Lakh Passengers Travel So Far

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Mumbai, October 21, 2025 — The Central Railway (CR) has so far operated 705 special trains for the Diwali and Chhath festivals, carrying more than 10.6 lakh passengers, officials said on Tuesday.Speaking to the media, Central Railway General Manager Vijay Kumar said that CR plans to operate 1,998 Diwali and Chhath special trains between September 19 and November 30, out of the 12,011 special services scheduled nationwide by zonal railways.According to Kumar, Pune has the highest number of special services, followed by Mumbai. “These festival special trains are expected to facilitate travel for over 30 lakh passengers, providing convenient connectivity…

21 Oct

Dalit Man Abducted, Assaulted, and Forced to Drink Urine Twice in Madhya Pradesh; Three Arrested

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Bhind (Madhya Pradesh), October 21, 2025 — In a shocking case of caste-based brutality, a 25-year-old Dalit man was allegedly abducted, assaulted, and forced to drink urine twice in Bhind district, police said on Tuesday. Three men have been arrested in connection with the crime.According to officials, the main accused targeted the victim after he quit his job as a driver. “Prima facie, the motive appears to be revenge after the victim stopped working for the accused,” said ASP Sanjeev Pathak.The victim, a resident of Akutpura village under Surpura police station limits, alleged that he was kidnapped from his in-laws’…

21 Oct

CM Dhami’s Diwali Meetings Spark Buzz Over Imminent Cabinet Expansion in Uttarakhand

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Dehradun, October 21, 2025 — The festive spirit of Diwali in Uttarakhand turned politically charged as Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spent the weekend in a flurry of meetings with senior political figures, fuelling speculation that a long-anticipated cabinet expansion is on the cards.Dhami’s day began with courtesy visits that carried major political undertones. He met former chief ministers Tirath Singh Rawat and Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri before holding a closely watched meeting with former CM Harish Rawat at his residence. Political observers viewed this as a symbolic gesture of unity across party lines. “Dhami’s engagement with leaders across the spectrum…

21 Oct

Amazon to Pay $2.5 Billion in Landmark FTC Settlement Over Prime Misleading Practices

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Washington, October 21, 2025: Amazon has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which accused the e-commerce giant of misleading millions of users into enrolling — and remaining — in its Amazon Prime subscription service. The FTC described the settlement as “historic,” calling it one of the largest consumer protection settlements in the agency’s history, according to USA Today.The FTC had sued Amazon in 2023, alleging that the company used “deceptive website designs” to nudge users into signing up for Prime memberships they didn’t intend to purchase, and then made…

21 Oct

Indians Feel Unsafe in Canada, Says New High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): India's newly appointed High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K. Patnaik, has expressed grave concerns regarding the safety of Indians residing in Canada, revealing that he himself is under official protection an arrangement he described as "unusual and unsettling."In a recent interview, Patnaik stated that he finds it surprising that a diplomat in a peaceful, developed country like Canada requires guarding. "I find it strange that I am under protection in Canada. My Canadian counterpart in India does not require it. People inquire if Canada is safe for Indians; that is a question that should prompt reflection in…