Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

17 Jun

IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Nagpur After Bomb Threat; All Passengers Safe

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Nagpur (National Times): An IndiGo flight en route from Muscat to Delhi via Kochi made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport on Tuesday morning after a bomb threat was received mid-air, prompting immediate security protocols. Flight 6E 2706, carrying passengers from Muscat, was diverted to Nagpur after the airline received a bomb threat, triggering a full emergency response. The aircraft landed safely and was swiftly moved to an isolated bay for security inspection. “All passengers have been safely deboarded, and standard bomb threat protocols are being followed. As of now, nothing suspicious has been found,” said Lohit Matani, DCP Nagpur,…

17 Jun

Air India Flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to London Cancelled Due to Technical Glitch

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Ahmedabad (National Times): Air India’s highly anticipated flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to London was cancelled on Tuesday due to a technical issue, causing disruption for passengers and raising fresh concerns just days after a recent aviation mishap. The flight, which was scheduled to be the first London-bound service since the recent Air India crash that drew national attention, was to be operated by an aircraft that had arrived earlier in the day from Delhi. However, shortly before boarding, engineers detected a technical fault in the aircraft, prompting the airline to ground the plane as a safety precaution. “Flight AI…

17 Jun

Donald Trump Denies Ceasefire Motive Behind G7 Departure, Slams Macron in Social Media Post

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Washington D.C. (National Times): Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump has issued a fiery clarification regarding his early departure from the G7 Summit in Canada, directly contradicting statements made by French President Emmanuel Macron. In a post shared Tuesday morning on his social media platform, Trump refuted Macron’s claim that the trip back to Washington was intended to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. "Publicity seeking President Emmanuel Macron, of France, mistakenly said that I left the G7 Summit, in Canada, to go back to D.C. to work on a ‘cease fire’ between Israel and Iran. Wrong!" Trump wrote…

17 Jun

18 arrested in connection with criminal network linked to towing industry: Peel police

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Peel police say officers have arrested 18 people and seized more than $4.2 million in assets following the dismantling of a Brampton-based organized criminal network linked to the towing industry.Investigators released details Monday of an ongoing investigation into a criminal organization believed to be behind a significant number of extortion incidents and related acts of violence in the region.Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah said the 11-month investigation began in response to a rise in violent extortion threats, particularly targeting the South Asian community and business owners."A large number of the extortions we have been investigating over…

17 Jun

Trump Cuts G7 Visit Short, Urges Evacuation of Tehran Amid Escalating Israel-Iran War

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Kananaskis, June 17 — U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly ended his participation in the G7 Summit in Canada on Monday and returned to Washington, citing the rapidly intensifying Israel-Iran conflict. His departure followed an urgent plea for civilians in Tehran to evacuate immediately, warning that the situation could spiral into catastrophic violence.Trump's decision came after reports of Israel issuing a mass alert to over 300,000 residents in Tehran ahead of potential missile strikes. The U.S. President described the escalating war as "very, very dangerous" and emphasized that Iranian civilians must move to safety without delay. "I urge everyone in Tehran…

17 Jun

G7 Summit 2025: PM Mark Carney meets Italy PM Giorgia Meloni

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney met with the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, at the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta. Prime Minister Carney thanked Prime Minister Meloni for her leadership in G7 efforts to combat illicit drugs, and the leaders agreed to accelerate ongoing work to combat organized crime, transnational repression, and foreign interference. Building on their conversations in Rome last month, they also discussed deepening and diversifying commercial ties in the areas of energy, investment, and research and innovation. The leaders underscored the growing economic relationship between Canada and Italy, as evidenced by…

17 Jun

G7 Leaders Urge Middle East Ceasefire Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): As violence intensifies between Israel and Iran, leaders of the G7 nations have issued a united appeal for a “de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East”, calling specifically for a ceasefire in Gaza. In a joint communiqué released late Monday, the group reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and stability while also asserting that “Israel has a right to defend itself.” The summit, held in the Canadian Rockies, was rocked by geopolitical developments as U.S. President Donald Trump left the gathering early, citing the worsening crisis. “I have to be back early for obvious reasons,” he…

17 Jun

PM Modi Arrives in Canada for G7 Summit Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, with the Israel-Iran conflict casting a long shadow over the high-level diplomatic gathering. The visit marks the second leg of his ongoing three-nation tour, which began in Cyprus and will conclude in Croatia. Prior to his arrival in Canada, PM Modi held wide-ranging discussions with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. Describing the visit as “memorable,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the Prime Minister was deeply appreciative of the hospitality extended by Cyprus, and thanked President…

16 Jun

Carney Champions Unity at G7 While Trump Pushes Tariffs, Questions Russia’s Ouster

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KANANASKIS, (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, hosting his first G7 Summit, struck a diplomatic tone, prioritizing unity among global leaders amid growing geopolitical tensions. Departing from tradition, Carney opted to replace the usual joint communiqué with “thematic statements”, aiming to reduce discord and highlight shared values. In a bilateral meeting with Donald Trump, Carney began by wishing the former U.S. president a belated 79th birthday and emphasized that the summit’s effectiveness depends on strong U.S. leadership. Trump, characteristically direct, reaffirmed his stance as a “tariff person” while expressing optimism about negotiating a new U.S.-Canada trade deal. Though he…

16 Jun

Four Women Killed, Dozens Injured in Blast at Firecracker Factory in UP’s Amroha

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Amroha (Uttar Pradesh), June 16, 2025 — A devastating explosion ripped through a firecracker factory situated in a forested area near Atrasi village on Monday morning, killing four women and injuring at least twelve others, as confirmed by local officials.The blast occurred at approximately 11:40 AM in two tin-shed structures operating within a field around two kilometers from nearby homes. Witnesses reported that debris was hurled up to 300 metres, sparking panic across surrounding villages.District Magistrate Nidhi Gupta Vats and Superintendent of Police Amit Kumar Anand led inspections at the site. While the unit held a valid licence under its owner,…