Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

10 Oct

Massive Earthquake Jolts Mindanao, Tsunami Warnings Issued Across Coastal Areas

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Phillipines (Rajeev Sharma): A powerful earthquake struck the southern Philippines late Friday, shaking parts of Mindanao and prompting urgent tsunami alerts along several coastal provinces. The undersea quake, which registered a magnitude of 7.4, has triggered widespread concern, though no immediate damage or casualties have been confirmed. The tremor was recorded off the coast of Manay, a town in Davao Oriental province, with the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reporting it struck at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers beneath the seabed. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), however, placed the quake’s depth at around 62 kilometers. Emergency alerts…

09 Oct

“Trailblazer Varinder Ghuman, Legendary Vegetarian Bodybuilder and Punjabi Actor, Passes Away Suddenly

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Jalandhar, October 9, 2025: Renowned bodybuilder and actor Varinder Ghuman, globally celebrated as the world’s first vegetarian professional bodybuilder, passed away on Wednesday following a cardiac arrest.Sources said Ghuman suffered a massive heart attack in Jalandhar, where he was rushed to a hospital but could not be revived. Hailing from Gurdaspur, Punjab, he gained international acclaim for his extraordinary physique and for promoting vegetarianism in bodybuilding, a field traditionally dominated by non-vegetarian diets.Ghuman had also acted in Punjabi films and appeared in several brand endorsements. Fans and the fitness community across India and abroad mourned his untimely death, paying tribute…

09 Oct

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Seeks Centre’s Approval for ₹17,075 Crore Urban, Water, and Energy Projects

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New Delhi, October 9, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Thursday to discuss key projects aimed at upgrading urban infrastructure, water resources, and energy systems across the state.Dhami highlighted the growing pressure on urban areas and emphasized the urgent need to modernize drainage systems in districts prone to heavy rainfall. He informed the Finance Minister that Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) worth ₹8,589.47 crore have been prepared for stormwater drainage improvements in ten districts and requested approval under the Special Assistance Scheme for Capital Investment to States.The Chief Minister also…

09 Oct

Made-in-India 6G: Ericsson to Begin Trials by 2028, Boosts Indigenous Production

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Bengaluru/India, October 9, 2025 — Swedish telecom giant Ericsson has announced plans to manufacture all telecom equipment it sells in India domestically, including future products, a senior company executive said on Thursday. Andres Vicente, Ericsson’s Head of Market Area Southeast Asia, Oceania, and India, revealed the company’s intentions during the India Mobile Congress 2025. He also noted that 6G trials are expected by 2028, though commercial deployment will follow later.Currently, Ericsson produces 4G and 5G equipment in India, exporting some to other Asian nations. The company recently expanded its ASIC (application-specific integrated chips) R&D center in Bengaluru and has begun…

09 Oct

Pope Leo Revives Francis’ Vision, Confronts Trump-Era Border Politics

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Vatican City, October 9, 2025: In his first major papal document, Pope Leo called for urgent global efforts to help migrants and reduce economic inequality, echoing one of late Pope Francis’ strongest rebukes of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s anti-immigration policies.The 104-page apostolic exhortation, titled “Dilexi te” (“I Have Loved You”), focuses on the plight of the poor and the need for sweeping reforms in the global economic system. It calls for a more compassionate and inclusive approach to governance, urging world leaders to prioritize humanity over profit.Originally drafted by Pope Francis before his death in April after 12 years…

09 Oct

Hungarian Author László Krasznahorkai Wins 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature for His Visionary Oeuvre

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Stockholm [Sweden], October 9, 2025: The 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature has been awarded to Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai for his “compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art,” the Swedish Academy announced on Thursday.Krasznahorkai’s celebrated work “Herscht 07769” has been hailed as a remarkable modern German novel for its vivid portrayal of social unrest in contemporary Germany. The Academy praised the book for its “credible depiction of a small town in Thuringen afflicted by anarchy, murder, and arson,” while also weaving in the enduring influence of Johann Sebastian Bach’s legacy. Described…

09 Oct

PM Modi Congratulates President Trump on ‘Historic’ Gaza Peace Plan, Reviews Progress in Trade Talks

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New Delhi, October 9, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he spoke with his “friend,” US President Donald Trump, to congratulate him on the success of the historic Gaza peace plan. Modi added that both leaders also reviewed the positive developments in ongoing India–US trade negotiations.“Spoke to my friend, President Trump, and congratulated him on the success of the historic Gaza peace plan. Also reviewed the good progress achieved in trade negotiations. Agreed to stay in close touch over the coming weeks,” the Prime Minister posted on X (formerly Twitter).The conversation highlights the deepening diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and…

09 Oct

Owner of Sresan Pharma, maker of coldrif syrup, arrested following 20 children’s deaths

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National Times Bureau :- The owner of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, the company that produces Coldrif cough syrup, has been arrested following the deaths of at least 19 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Tests revealed that the syrup contained high levels of the toxic industrial chemical diethylene glycol. His arrest came soon after being taken into custody for questioning by Madhya Pradesh Police. A scathing 26-page report from the Tamil Nadu Drugs Control Department exposed the unsanitary conditions in which the syrup was produced. The report listed around 350 violations, including the use of rusted machinery and non-pharmaceutical-grade chemicals. Tamil Nadu…

09 Oct

Israel and Hamas Agree to Initial Peace Framework, Hostage Release and Troop Withdrawal Planned

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Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): In a major diplomatic announcement early Thursday morning, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Israel and Hamas have both signed the first phase of a new peace initiative aimed at de-escalating one of the world’s longest-running conflicts. Posting on his social media platform, Trump confirmed that the preliminary agreement includes the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas and a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from specified areas, signaling a move toward establishing long-term stability in the region. “This is a great day,” Trump wrote, celebrating what he described as a “strong, durable, and everlasting…

08 Oct

Uttarakhand Government Cracks Down on Illegal Madrasas; CM Pushkar Dhami Warns of Closure for Non-Compliant Institutions

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Dehradun, October 8: The Uttarakhand government has taken a major step against illegal madrasas operating in the state. Chief Minister Pushkar Dhami announced that madrasas failing to align their curriculum with the state government’s education board will face closure.Addressing the issue, CM Dhami stated that Uttarakhand, being Devbhumi (Land of the Gods), should provide proper education and values to children. Several madrasas were found operating illegally, with substandard teaching levels and suspicious student identities, including some from Bangladesh and Rohingya communities. Over 250 illegal madrasas have already been closed, and authorities have ensured that students follow the government-approved curriculum. From…