Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

02 Sep

Uttarakhand Announces 10% Reservation for Agniveers in Uniformed Services

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Dehradun, September 2, 2025– Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has delivered on a key promise by approving 10 percent horizontal reservation in government jobs for demobilized Agniveers. On Monday, the Department of Personnel and Vigilance issued the Horizontal Reservation Rules–2025 for Direct Recruitment to Uniformed Posts in Group-C Services under the State of Uttarakhand.Scope of ReservationUnder the new regulation, ex-Agniveers will receive 10 percent reservation in uniformed posts including Police Constable (Civil/PAC), Sub-Inspector, Platoon Commander PAC, Fireman, Fire Officer Grade-II, Jail Guard, Deputy Jailor, Forest Guard, Forester, Excise Constable, Enforcement Constable, and Secretariat Security Guard. Provisions have also been made…

02 Sep

BCCI Opens Bidding for Team India Title Sponsorship After Dream11 Exit

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Mumbai – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has invited fresh bids for Team India’s title sponsorship after fantasy sports platform Dream11 pulled out of its contract. The withdrawal comes following the implementation of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, which bans real money gaming in the country. Dream11 had secured the rights in a deal worth USD 44 million (₹358 crore) for the 2023–2026 cycle but exited with almost a year left. Along with My11Circle, the platform had jointly contributed close to ₹1,000 crore to the BCCI through sponsorship of both the national…

02 Sep

India Issues Flood Alert to Pakistan Over Sutlej River

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New Delhi, September 2 – India has alerted Pakistan about a high risk of flooding in the Sutlej river, following continuous heavy rainfall in northern states that forced authorities to release excess water from major dams. The warning, officials confirmed, was shared with Islamabad on humanitarian grounds through the Ministry of External Affairs.Last week, India had already issued three similar alerts for possible flooding in the Tawi river. The latest warning points to the likelihood of floods in the Sutlej on Wednesday. In Punjab, rivers including the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi, along with several seasonal rivulets, are currently in spate…

02 Sep

E-Scooter Surge in Calgary Fuels Accidents, Prompts Calls for Enhanced Legislation

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The increasing adoption of e-scooters in Calgary has raised significant safety concerns, marked by a notable rise in accidents, injuries, and public complaints. Residents and officials contend that reckless riding, speeding on sidewalks, and inadequate helmet use are primary contributing factors to this issue.The number of e-scooter-related injuries and hospitalizations has increased substantially in Calgary and Alberta, with a 21-22% rise in emergency department and urgent care visits between 2022 and 2023 for Alberta. Medical professionals in Calgary are witnessing more severe injuries, such as broken jaws and spine injuries, frequently resulting from hazardous rider behavior like…

02 Sep

Canadian Homes Vanish From Listings as Confidence Cracks in Real Estate

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s real estate market, once one of the hottest in the world, is facing mounting pressure as sellers increasingly pull their listings, reflecting deep uncertainty and fears of a broader capital flight crisis. Realtors across Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary report a growing trend of homeowners withdrawing properties from the market after receiving lower-than-expected offers. “Sellers are reluctant to accept a 10–15% dip in valuation compared to peak prices,” said a Vancouver-based broker. “Many prefer to wait it out rather than sell at a loss.” The trend is compounded by capital flight, with foreign investors redirecting funds to…

02 Sep

PM Mark Carney Marks Labour Day with Tribute to Canadian Workers and Unions

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement on Labour Day, highlighting the contributions of Canadian workers and the enduring role of unions in shaping a fairer economy. Carney noted that many of the protections enjoyed, including weekends, minimum wages, safer workplaces, and employee benefits, were the result of long-standing union struggles. He praised organized labour for championing fairness and dignity for all, not just for their members, but for society at large. Looking ahead, the Prime Minister emphasized that his government is committed to ensuring Canadians are equipped to succeed in an evolving global economy. “Workers are…

01 Sep

India Crush Kazakhstan 15-0 to Enter Asia Cup Super 4 With Perfect Record

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National Times Bureau, September 1, 2025: India stormed into the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup hockey tournament with a commanding 15-0 victory over Kazakhstan on Monday, extending their unbeaten run in the group stage.Abhishek starred with four goals, striking in the 5th, 8th, 20th, and 59th minutes, while Sukhjeet Singh (15th, 32nd, 38th) and Jugraj Singh (24th, 31st, 47th) also completed hat-tricks. Skipper Harmanpreet Singh (26th), Amit Rohidas (29th), Rajinder Singh (32nd), Sanjay Singh (54th), and Dilpreet Singh (55th) added to the tally in an utterly one-sided contest.India, who topped Pool A, dominated from the start and led…

01 Sep

Uttarakhand on High Alert as CM Dhami Confirms Red and Orange Warnings Amid Heavy Rains

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Dehradun – Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said that red and orange alerts have been issued across the state following cloudbursts and intense rainfall in several districts. He assured that relief operations are underway and that the government is working round the clock to support affected families.The Chief Minister told reporters that every district has been impacted. “There is calamity at Dharali, and in Rudraprayag several places have been hit. In Uttarkashi, Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Udham Singh Nagar and Haridwar, many areas are waterlogged. A cloudburst has also occurred in Dehri’s Ghansali region,” Dhami said.He added that relief…

01 Sep

Wildfires Disrupt Back-to-School Season as Canadian Families and Schools Struggle to Restore Normalcy

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St. John’s, Newfoundland (Richa Walia)– For Scott Chandler of Conception Bay North, September usually means a hectic but welcome routine of school and extracurriculars for his son Rhys. This year, however, the family is still reeling from the loss of their home and Rhys’s school, Cabot Academy, in the devastating wildfires that swept through the region in early August.Forced to evacuate multiple times in just weeks from Victoria to Carbonear and then Harbour Grace Chandler says the emotional toll on his third-grader has been immense. “All your clothes, your games, your video games are gone,” he recalls telling his son.…

01 Sep

Trump Calls US-India Trade Relationship a ‘One-Sided Disaster’ Amid Tariff Dispute

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Washington DC (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has sharpened his criticism of America’s trade relationship with India, describing it as “a totally one-sided disaster.” He asserted that New Delhi’s recent offer to eliminate tariffs on American goods might have come too late.In a statement posted on his social media platform Monday, Trump claimed India, after years of imposing restrictive duties, is now willing to reduce tariffs to zero. Yet, he questioned the timing, remarking, “It’s getting late” for such a step.The president argued that trade between the two nations remains imbalanced. “We do very little business with India, but…