Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

19 Oct

India’s Top Order Collapses Before Rain Disrupts First ODI in Perth

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Perth (Rajeev Sharma): India's batting lineup faltered early in the first One Day International against Australia, with the visitors reduced to 25 for 3 before rain forced a stoppage at Perth Stadium on Sunday. The Indian innings got off to a troubled start as seasoned campaigners Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were dismissed within the powerplay. Kohli, who faced eight deliveries without scoring, was trapped by Mitchell Starc's sharp left-arm pace. Rohit, after making 8 runs, failed to find rhythm and edged one off Josh Hazlewood. The early blows set India on the back foot, and things worsened when captain…

18 Oct

Uttarakhand Eases Live-in Relationship Rules, Adds Flexibility Under Uniform Civil Code

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Dehradun, October 18, 2025: The Uttarakhand government has submitted a 78-page affidavit to the High Court outlining key amendments to the state’s live-in relationship regulations under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), introducing greater “flexibility” and safeguards for citizens.Filed on October 15 before a division bench comprising Chief Justice G. Narendra and Justice Subhash Upadhyay, the affidavit—presented by Advocate General S.N. Babulkar—details several procedural and privacy-related modifications to the existing framework.According to the document, Rule 380 of the Registrar’s Office has been amended to specify conditions where a live-in relationship cannot be registered. These include cases where partners are related within…

18 Oct

Delhi Metro Revises Timings for Diwali; Early Services on Sunday, Shorter Hours on Monday

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New Delhi, October 18, 2025: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced changes in metro train timings for Diwali, with extended morning operations on Sunday and early closure on Diwali night to facilitate smooth travel and ensure safety during celebrations.According to DMRC, metro services on the Pink, Magenta, and Grey Lines will start at 6 a.m. on Sunday, October 19, instead of the regular 7 a.m. Sunday schedule. The decision aims to handle the expected surge in commuters ahead of the festival.On Diwali day, Monday, October 20, the last trains from all terminal stations — including the Airport Express…

18 Oct

Dhanteras Sales Touch ₹1 Lakh Crore as Indians Splurge on Gold, Silver Despite Record Prices

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New Delhi, October 18, 2025: Indian consumers spent an estimated ₹1 lakh crore during this year’s Dhanteras festival, marking one of the highest festive spending sprees in recent years. According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the surge was driven largely by strong demand for gold and silver, even as prices hit historic highs.CAIT reported that bullion sales alone contributed ₹60,000 crore to the total, showing a 25% increase compared to last year. Gold prices soared nearly 60% year-on-year to cross ₹1,30,000 per 10 grams, yet jewellery markets across India witnessed an unprecedented rush.“The past two days have…

18 Oct

Banke Bihari Temple Treasury Reopened After 54 Years on Dhanteras Amid Tight Security

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Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), October 18, 2025: In a historic event coinciding with Dhanteras, the treasury of the famous Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura was opened on Saturday after 54 years. The reopening took place under strict court supervision and tight security arrangements.Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Pankaj Kumar Verma confirmed that only authorised officials were permitted inside the temple during the process. “All necessary arrangements have been made, and only authorised personnel are allowed within the premises,” he said.The decision follows a Supreme Court directive allowing access exclusively to members of a High-Powered Committee set up to oversee the proceedings. Mathura…

18 Oct

Fire at Dhaka Airport Cargo Section Halts Flights, No Casualties Reported

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Dhaka [Bangladesh], October 18, 2025: Flight operations at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport were suspended on Saturday after a massive fire broke out in the airport’s cargo section, according to bdnews.Officials said the fire began near Gate 8 around 2:30 pm. Nine firefighting units were initially dispatched to control the flames, while 15 more joined shortly after. Later, Fire Service and Civil Defence Media Cell spokesperson Talha Bin Zasim confirmed that 28 units were actively engaged in extinguishing the blaze, with additional reinforcements en route.“All our aircraft are confirmed safe. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops,” an…

18 Oct

Trump Urges Russia and Ukraine to Cease Hostilities, Proposes “Status Quo” Peace Deal After Zelenskyy Talks

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Washington, D.C (Rajeev Sharma).: In a fresh diplomatic push to end the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe, U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday appealed to both Russia and Ukraine to immediately suspend military operations and "freeze" the battlefield as it stands today, suggesting that both sides should claim success and allow history to judge the rest. The comments followed President Trump's bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, during which the two leaders discussed the trajectory of the war and possible paths to peace. Trump later shared a detailed message on his platform, Truth Social, summarizing…

18 Oct

Congress Slams PM Modi Over Trump’s Claim on Russian Oil Imports, Demands Clarity

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Congress party on Saturday launched a fresh attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi following renewed remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who alleged that India had pledged to stop purchasing crude oil from Russia. The Opposition has questioned why the Prime Minister has chosen not to respond publicly to such significant claims. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh took to social media to voice the party’s concerns, referring to Trump’s latest statement in which he reiterated that Prime Minister Modi had “personally assured” him that India would stop buying oil from Russia. “President Trump has…

18 Oct

Afghanistan Bows Out of Cricket Tournament Following Deadly Airstrike on Players

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KABUL (Rajeev Sharma): The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its immediate withdrawal from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I cricket series after three Afghan cricketers were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in the southeastern province of Paktika. The strike, which took place on Friday, has sparked outrage across Afghanistan and cast a shadow over ongoing peace efforts between the two countries. The ACB released an official statement expressing sorrow and anger over the loss, confirming that the players — identified as Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon — were killed in Urgun district after returning from a friendly cricket match in Sharana, the…

18 Oct

Renewed Violence Erupts as Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Areas Following Ceasefire Lapse

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Islamabad/Kabul (Rajeev Sharma): Cross-border tensions surged once again late Friday after Pakistan reportedly launched airstrikes inside Afghan territory, just hours after a fragile two-day ceasefire came to an end. The renewed violence threatens to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing hostilities between the two countries. Afghan security officials confirmed that Pakistani aircraft targeted multiple locations in the southeastern province of Paktika and surrounding areas near the frontier. Among the sites hit was a civilian residence in Khandar village, where authorities claim several people lost their lives. “Bombardments were carried out in three separate areas close to the border,” said…