Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

14 Oct

Trump Praises India, Modi, and Envisions Improved India-Pakistan Relations at Global Summit

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): At a global summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, US President Donald Trump on Monday praised India as a "great country" under the leadership of "a very good friend of mine," Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His remarks came during a broader discussion about the recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, signaling a brief but optimistic moment in his diplomatic rhetoric. Trump, while addressing world leaders after the ceasefire deal in Gaza, noted that he believes India and Pakistan will soon "get along very well." With Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif standing just behind him, the US president…

13 Oct

Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves Eight Major Proposals, Announces Special Session for Silver Jubilee

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAnganwadi Centres, Pushkar Singh Dhami, UCC Amendment, Uttarakhand Cabinet Meeting

Dehradun, October 13, 2025: The Uttarakhand Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, held a crucial meeting at the Secretariat on Monday morning. The meeting, which lasted for over three hours, resulted in the approval of nearly eight key proposals impacting governance, development, and welfare across the state.One of the major decisions taken was the amendment of the Uttarakhand Women and Child Development Subordinate Supervisor Service Rules, 2021. The state government also approved the upgradation of all mini Anganwadi centres to full-fledged Anganwadi centres in line with the guidelines of the Government of India.In an important relief for residents…

13 Oct

Punjab Cabinet Approves Key Reforms for Housing, Agriculture, Environment, and Law Enforcement

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Group Housing Scheme, Punjab Cabinet decisions

Chandigarh, October 13, 2025 — The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, on Monday approved a series of major policy measures aimed at strengthening the state’s infrastructure, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and law enforcement framework.In a move to make housing more accessible, the Cabinet cleared a Group Housing Scheme designed to promote affordable housing and ensure improved living conditions for residents across urban and rural areas.Focusing on environmental conservation, the government announced an extensive river cleaning drive across 85 identified sites to improve water quality and protect ecological balance. Officials confirmed that no rivers will be removed from…

13 Oct

Two More Arrested in Durgapur Gang-Rape Incident; Probe Intensifies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDurgapur gang-rape case, Mamata Banerjee, medical student assault, West Bengal crime news

Durgapur, West Bengal, October 13, 2025 — Police have arrested two additional suspects in connection with the alleged gang-rape of a 23-year-old medical student in Durgapur, bringing the total number of accused to five. The arrests were confirmed by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Abhisekh Gupta of the Asansol-Durgapur Police Commissionerate.According to officials, all five suspects were apprehended based on the survivor’s complaint. The incident took place on Friday night when the second-year student of a private medical college stepped out with a male friend for dinner. The survivor, who hails from Jaleswar in Odisha’s Balasore district, was reportedly surrounded…

13 Oct

2025 Nobel Prize in Economics Awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for Innovation-Driven Growth Theory

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsEconomics Nobel, Innovation-driven growth, Joel Mokyr, Nobel Prize 2025, Peter Howitt, Philippe Aghion

Stockholm, October 13, 2025 — The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences has been awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for their groundbreaking contributions to understanding innovation-driven economic growth. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced the decision, highlighting the trio’s influential research on how technological progress and creative destruction fuel long-term prosperity.Joel Mokyr, a professor at Northwestern University, was recognized for his historical analysis of how scientific thinking and cultural openness enable societies to sustain innovation. His work explains why economic progress accelerated during the Industrial Revolution and how knowledge-based institutions promote continuous technological change.Philippe Aghion…

13 Oct

India and Canada Establish New Framework for Enhanced Bilateral Relations

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessAnita Anand, India-Canada relations, PM Modi, S Jaishankar

New Delhi/Canada (Rajeev Sharma/ Gurpreet): India and Canada have finalized a comprehensive framework aimed at revitalizing their bilateral ties, following high-level discussions between Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi. The agreement is being hailed as a significant step toward enhancing cooperation across trade, energy, agriculture, technology, and strategic sectors. Key Areas of Cooperation:Trade and Investment: The two nations will initiate ministerial-level discussions to boost bilateral trade and investment. Plans include the revival of the India-Canada CEOs Forum in early 2026, fostering closer business ties. Both countries are also committed to resuming…

13 Oct

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to Host ‘The Journey Within’ in Calgary on October 14

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Renowned spiritual leader and bestselling author Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar will visit Calgary on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, to host “The Journey Within”, a special event. The event, scheduled from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, will take place at the Percheron Banquet Hall, BMO Centre, located at 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary. This marks Gurudev’s first visit to Calgary since 2018, promising an evening of meditation, wisdom, and personal growth. Attendees can expect guided group meditation sessions, teachings on stress reduction, inner peace, and joy, as well as insights from his bestselling book, Notes for…

13 Oct

Calgary Mayoral Race Tightens Ahead of October 20 Election

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): With only days remaining until the October 20, 2025 municipal election, the competition for Calgary's next mayor has intensified. Recent polls reveal a notable shift in voter support, with Jeromy Farkas now holding the lead. According to a ThinkHQ Public Affairs poll, Farkas maintains a 20% support rate, surpassing Sonya Sharp at 17% and Jyoti Gondek at 16%. Other contenders include Jeff Davison at 9% and Brian Thiessen at 6%, with 27% of voters still undecided. As reported by some media outlets, the Leger poll also indicates Farkas in the lead with 16%, closely followed by Gondek…

13 Oct

Gaza war is over: Donald Trump declares as Israel, Hamas set for hostage, prisoner exchange

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Gaza, Israel, War

National Times Bureau :- US President Donald Trump on Monday said that the war in Gaza is over as he departed for Israel, marking his first visit since brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. He is expected to address Knesset before co-chairing a high-level peace summit in Egypt. "The war is over, you understand that," Trump told reporters as quoted by Reuters. Asked about the region’s future, he added, "I think it’s going to normalise." Meanwhile, he also underscored the role of Qatar in helping mediating the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. He said some hostages might be released earlier than expected…

13 Oct

Karur stampede: Supreme Court orders CBI probe, retired apex court judge to monitor probe

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaKarur Stampede, Supreme Court

National Times Bureau :- The Supreme Court has ordered an investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the Karur stampede, which claimed 41 lives. The incident unfolded on September 27, during the rally of actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam(TVK). A bench comprising Justice JK Maheshwari and Justice NV Anjaria while pronouncing the order said that the incident shook the entire nation and deserves a fair and impartial investigation. "The issues have a bearing on the fundamental rights of the citizens and the incident which has shaken the national conscience, deserves a fair and impartial investigation," the…