Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

03 Oct

Putin Warns of Escalation if US Sends Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine

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Moscow: (Rajeev Sharma): Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a sharp warning to the United States over the potential delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine, stating it would significantly deteriorate bilateral ties and heighten global tensions. Speaking at a foreign policy forum in Sochi, Putin said any move to arm Ukraine with Tomahawk cruise missiles would mark a "serious step" toward increased confrontation between the two nuclear powers. While acknowledging the damage such weapons could cause, he insisted they would not alter the outcome of the ongoing war. “Our defenses are prepared,” Putin said. “They can inflict harm, yes—but they…

03 Oct

Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention Challenged in Supreme Court by Wife

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NEW DELHI (Rajeev Sharma): Geetanjali Angmo, the wife of Ladakhi innovator and environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, has moved the Supreme Court seeking his release following his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). Wangchuk has been in custody since September 26, days after large-scale protests erupted in Ladakh demanding constitutional safeguards for the region. Wangchuk, known globally for his work on sustainable development and climate action in the Himalayas, was picked up by authorities in the aftermath of demonstrations that turned violent. The unrest resulted in the death of four individuals and left nearly 90 injured. Since his arrest, he has…

02 Oct

NCERT Launches Special “Swadeshi” Modules to Promote Self-Reliance Among Students

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New Delhi, October 2: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced special educational modules on “Swadeshi,” reflecting the Prime Minister’s emphasis on self-reliance. The two modules, “Swadeshi: Vocal for Local” for middle school students and “Swadeshi: For a Self-Reliant India” for secondary students, feature excerpts from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day address. The modules underscore the role of self-reliance in propelling India toward becoming a developed nation.Highlighting achievements in India’s space, defence, and health sectors, the books encourage citizens and shopkeepers to support locally made products under the “Vocal for Local” initiative. NCERT emphasized that…

02 Oct

Uttarakhand CM Pays Tribute at Rampur Tiraha Memorial, Announces Development Plans

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Dehradun, October 2: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami visited the Rampur Tiraha memorial to pay homage to the martyrs of the Uttarakhand movement, Mahatma Gandhi, and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri.Speaking at the event, Dhami highlighted that the state government has taken strict measures to preserve Uttarakhand’s culture, including actions against land jihad, love jihad, and spit jihad. He expressed hope that the culprits of the Rampur Tiraha incident will be brought to justice. Former Union Minister Sanjeev Balyan had reportedly intervened in court proceedings following Dhami’s request.“The Rampur Tiraha incident is a dark chapter in Uttarakhand and…

02 Oct

Kedarnath Portals to Close on October 23, Badrinath on November 25 for Winter

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Badrinath, October 2: The Shri Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has announced the closure dates for the Himalayan shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath for the upcoming winter season. The portals of Kedarnath Dham will shut on October 23, while Badrinath Dham will close on November 25 at 2:56 PM.The schedule was finalised on Vijayadashami during a traditional ceremony at the Badrinath temple. Dharmadhikari and Vedic scholars set the timings after Panchang calculations in the presence of BKTC officials. The Rawal of Badrinath Dham formally declared the dates.As part of the rituals, the ceremonial turban (Pagdi) for Bhandar Seva of the…

02 Oct

US to Share Intelligence with Ukraine for Strikes on Russian Energy Sites: Report

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New York/Moscow, October 2: The United States has agreed to provide Ukraine with intelligence support to carry out missile strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing senior officials. President Donald Trump has given his approval to the move as his administration considers supplying Kyiv with advanced weaponry.The intelligence-sharing arrangement will enable the Pentagon and U.S. intelligence agencies to share targeting data, allowing Ukraine to strike oil refineries, pipelines, and other energy facilities that provide critical revenue for the Kremlin. Officials said the initiative is aimed at weakening Russia’s ability to finance and sustain its war effort…

02 Oct

12 civilians killed as anti-government protests turn violent in PoK

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National Times Bureau :- At least 12 civilians have been killed in protests in Pakistan occupied Kashmir after Pakistani security forces opened fire on protesters. The protests erupted over government's failure to meet 38 key demands, have now snowballed into extensive agitation against excesses by the military in the region. The unrest entered its third day on Thursday, with violent clashes breaking out between protesters and the army in Dadyal. The government deployed thousands of additional troops in an attempt to restore order. Besides Muzaffarabad, the violence has spread to Rawalakot, Neelum Valley, and Kotli. Reports say five protesters were…

02 Oct

Gandhi Jayanti 2025: PM, President pay floral tributes on birth anniversary of Father of the Nation

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National Times Bureau :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Union Minister Manohar Lal accompanied the Prime Minister during the tribute ceremony. Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister paid homage to Gandhi in a post on X, recalling his courage and values of service and compassion. Modi said the nation would continue to follow the Mahatma's path in its quest for a 'Viksit Bharat.' "Gandhi Jayanti is about paying homage to the extraordinary life of beloved Bapu, whose ideals transformed the course of human…

02 Oct

Goldy Brar Gang Shooters, hired to kill Munawar Faruqi, arrested after gunfire exchange

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National Times Bureau :- Two members of the Rohit Godara–Goldy Brar–Virender Charan gang, allegedly assigned to kill Bigg Boss-24 winner and stand-up comedian munawar faruqui, were arrested following a gunfire exchange on Jaitpur-Kalindi Kunj Road. The suspects, identified as Rahul from Panipat and Sahil from Bhiwani in Haryana, were reportedly acting on instructions from foreign-based gangster Rohit Godara, who was coordinating with Goldy Brar and Virender Charan to target Faruqui. Investigators revealed that the duo had carried out surveillance in Mumbai and Bengaluru to monitor Faruqui’s movements. Faruqui, who won the reality show Bigg Boss in 2024, has 14.2 million…

02 Oct

Canadian Court Jails Bishnoi Gang Aide for Six Years in AP Dhillon House Shooting

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Victoria, British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): A Canadian man linked to India’s Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to firing shots and committing arson outside singer AP Dhillon’s home in Colwood last year. Abjeet Kingra, 26, from Winnipeg, admitted to his role in the September 2024 incident, where gunfire erupted near Dhillon’s residence and two vehicles were set on fire. The attack sent shockwaves through Indo-Canadian communities and is now considered one of several violent acts allegedly orchestrated by members of the Bishnoi network operating internationally. The court in Victoria handed down the…