Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

22 Sep

Governor, CM Dhami Inaugurate ‘Bhagirath Udyan’, Unveil Inspiring Statue of King Bhagirath at Raj Bhavan

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Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): A new chapter in the cultural and spiritual heritage of Uttarakhand was written on Monday as Governor Lt. General Gurmit Singh (Retd.) and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami jointly inaugurated the “Bhagirath Udyan” at the Raj Bhavan in Dehradun. The inauguration also marked the ceremonial unveiling of a striking statue of King Bhagirath, a revered figure in Indian mythology known for his perseverance and dedication to public good. The 10-foot-tall statue, set atop an 8-foot granite base, was sculpted by Shivam Chaurasia, an artist from Haridwar. Crafted from fibre and resin, the artwork stands as a symbolic…

22 Sep

Prime Minister pens letter to all citizens to celebrate GST Bachat Utsav

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New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a letter to all the citizens to celebrate the 'GST Bachat Utsav', this festive season."Lower GST rates mean more savings for every household and greater ease for businesses," Shri Modi stated. The Prime Minister posted on X: "This festive season, let's celebrate the 'GST Bachat Utsav'! Lower GST rates mean more savings for every household and greater ease for businesses."

22 Sep

Netanyahu Vows Firm Opposition After UK, Canada, Australia Recognize Palestine

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Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly rejected the recognition of Palestine by the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, asserting there will be no Palestinian state west of the Jordan River. In a statement released by his office, Netanyahu accused the three countries of rewarding terrorism and pledged that Israel would respond after his return from the United States.“There will be no Palestinian state. The response to the latest attempt to force upon us a terror state in the heart of our land will be given after my return from the United States,” Netanyahu said. He argued…

22 Sep

Jaishankar to Meet US Secretary of State Rubio Amid Trade and Strategic Talks at UNGA

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New York (Rajeev Sharma): India’s External Affairs Minister, Subramanyam Jaishankar, is scheduled to meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio today at 11:00 am EDT (8:30 pm IST) in New York, according to the US State Department’s public agenda. The meeting is set on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, where Jaishankar will hold multiple bilateral discussions with global leaders.The talks assume heightened importance as trade relations between the two nations face tension. Washington recently imposed hefty tariffs, including a 50% levy on key Indian exports, citing India’s ongoing energy trade with Russia. While New Delhi has…

22 Sep

GST 2.0 Rollout: Simpler Tax Regime Promises Savings for Households, Hits Luxury Goods

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India has entered a new phase of indirect taxation with the launch of GST 2.0, which takes effect nationwide from today. The overhaul replaces the earlier four-rate structure with a streamlined system that has just two regular slabs – 5% for essentials and 18% for most goods and services – along with a steep 40% levy on luxury and sin products. The government has pitched the reform as a consumer-friendly move that will ease compliance, reduce disputes, and ultimately bring down the cost of living. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hailing the transition as the start of…

22 Sep

U.S. Revokes Chabahar Port Sanctions Waiver

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Toronto/New Delhi (Bureau)– The Trump administration has announced the revocation of the U.S. sanctions waiver for Iran's Chabahar Port, effective September 29, 2025. The waiver, initially granted in 2018, permitted India to invest $500 million in the Shahid Beheshti terminal, thereby securing strategic access to Afghanistan and Central Asia while circumventing Pakistan.The U.S. move exposes Indian operators to potential sanctions under the Iran Freedom and Counter Proliferation Act (IFCA). Analysts caution that this development may bolster China's influence in the region through Pakistan's Gwadar Port, part of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).India now confronts a critical decision: comply with…

21 Sep

India Beat Pakistan by Six Wickets in High-Voltage Clash

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Dubai (Rajeev Sharma): India outclassed Pakistan in a thrilling Super Four encounter today, chasing down 172 with seven balls to spare. Riding on a blazing knock from opener A. Sharma, who hammered 74 off just 39 balls with six fours and five sixes, India secured a six-wicket victory to strengthen their position in the tournament.Sharma’s explosive batting set the tone for the chase, while S. Gill provided solid support with a fluent 47 off 28 deliveries, striking eight boundaries. Though captain S. Yadav fell cheaply without scoring, T. Varma steadied the innings with a composed 30 off 19 balls. S.…

21 Sep

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Flags Off ‘Namo Yuva Run’ in Dehradun

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Dehradun, September 21, 2025: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the ‘Namo Yuva Run’ at Ghantaghar on Sunday under the ongoing ‘Seva Pakhwada’ program. He also joined the participants for a stretch of the run, encouraging and motivating the youth with his presence.Dhami said the ‘Namo Yuva Run’ was more than a sports event, describing it as a symbol of energy, health, discipline, and patriotism among young people. He noted that such activities are giving new direction and wider public participation to the ‘Fit India Movement’ launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Chief Minister urged the youth to…

21 Sep

Australia, Canada, and UK Recognize Palestine, Call for End to Hamas

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National Times Bureau (Rajeev Sharma): Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom jointly announced their recognition of the State of Palestine, reaffirming support for a two-state solution in the Middle East. The coordinated move, declared in separate statements by Prime Ministers Anthony Albanese, Mark Carney, and Keir Starmer, emphasized that the recognition was meant to revive hopes for peace and not to reward Hamas, which they urged must disband immediately.Albanese called the recognition a historic acknowledgment of the Palestinian people’s long-held aspirations for independence, while Carney cited Canada’s decades-long support for a two-state solution as the foundation of its decision. Starmer…

21 Sep

PM Modi Live: PM Modi Launches GST Initiative to Ease Taxes and Strengthen Purchasing Power

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New Delhi — Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the rollout of India’s next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, calling it a “GST Savings Festival” designed to enhance consumer purchasing power and simplify business processes.Speaking to the nation, PM Modi highlighted that these reforms are a major step under the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan and will benefit people across all sections of society. He described it as a “double advantage” combining income tax exemption on earnings up to Rs 12 lakh with the new GST structure, aimed at making essential goods more affordable and boosting household savings.The Prime Minister emphasized that…