Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

11 Aug

Rahul, Priyanka Among Opposition Leaders Detained During Protest March to EC Over Bihar Voter Roll Revision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBihar voter list revision, Election Commission protest, Priyanka Gandhi protest, Rahul Gandhi detention, SIR controversy

New Delhi, August 11, 2025 – Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were among several opposition MPs detained on Monday while marching from Parliament House to the Election Commission (EC) office to protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls.The protest, which saw the participation of Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, Akhilesh Yadav, T. R. Baalu, Sanjay Raut, Derek O’Brien, and other MPs from the DMK, RJD, TMC, and Left parties, began at Parliament’s Makar Dwar with the national anthem. Participants wore white caps marked with a red cross over the words “SIR” and “vote chori,”…

11 Aug

Fresh Strains Push India-Pakistan Relations to the Edge: Is Another Conflict Imminent?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Pakistan

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The fragile peace between India and Pakistan is once again under intense strain, with recent events sparking fears that the neighbours could be inching toward another confrontation. The tension stems from a chain of incidents that began with the Pahalgam massacre on April 22, 2025, an attack that left 26 civilians dead and shook the nation’s conscience. According to officials, terrorists clad in Indian Army uniforms infiltrated Baisaran Valley and opened fire indiscriminately on holidaying couples and tourists. The calculated nature of the assault, targeting mostly married men, underscored its brutality and left dozens of families…

11 Aug

India, Pakistan To Stage Simultaneous Naval Drills in Arabian Sea Amid Strained Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Pakistan

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Amid lingering tensions, the navies of India and Pakistan will launch separate war exercises in the Arabian Sea from Monday, running for several days. Both countries have issued Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for designated maritime zones, though specifics about the vessels involved remain under wraps. Defence officials told ANI that the Indian Navy’s exercises will take place on August 11–12, marking the first major show of strength since Operation Sindoor in May, when Indian forces struck nine terror hubs in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing over 100 militants. Despite a ceasefire signed on May 10, relations have stayed…

11 Aug

PM Mark Carney’s Approval Slips Slightly but Remains Strong: Abacus Poll

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingMark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to enjoy broad public support, even as new polling shows a slight dip in his approval ratings during the summer months. According to Abacus Data, approval for the Carney-led Liberal government has fallen to 50%, a two-point drop from mid-July and the lowest since March. While the decline is modest, it comes amid heightened economic tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 35% tariffs on Canadian goods earlier this month. The tariffs — announced after Ottawa failed to secure a new trade agreement by the August 1 deadline — have…

10 Aug

Why Your Contact Lenses Could Be Harming Your Eyes And How to Prevent It

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsLifestylecontact lenses, eye infections, lens hygiene, microbial keratitis, vision health

National Times Bureau, August 11, 2025: For many, contact lenses are a practical and comfortable alternative to glasses. They eliminate the annoyance of fogged-up frames, reduce bulk, and offer a wider, unobstructed view. But behind the convenience lies a serious risk: without proper care, contact lenses can significantly increase the chances of eye infections some severe enough to cause vision loss.The front surface of the eye, known as the cornea, is protected by a natural tear film rich in antimicrobial proteins. Contact lenses can disrupt this delicate defence, making the eye more vulnerable to harmful bacteria, fungi, and other microbes.…

10 Aug

Karnataka CEO Seeks Evidence from Rahul Gandhi Over Double Voting Allegation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiadouble voting claim, Karnataka CEO, Karnataka elections, Rahul Gandhi notice, Shakun Rani case, voter fraud allegation

Bengaluru, August 10, 2025 – The Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has formally requested Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to submit documentary proof supporting his recent claim that a voter had cast her ballot twice in the state.In an official notice issued on Sunday, the CEO stated that the documents were required to facilitate a detailed inquiry into the allegation. Gandhi had presented the purported evidence during a press conference in New Delhi last week, naming the voter as Smt Shakun Rani.According to the notice, Shakun Rani denied voting more than once, asserting that she had participated in the election only…

10 Aug

Tesla to Open Second India Experience Centre in New Delhi on August 11

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaAerocity showroom, Tesla Experience Centre Delhi, Tesla India, Tesla launch 2025, Tesla Model Y India

New Delhi, August 10, 2025 – US electric vehicle giant Tesla will open its second Indian Experience Centre on August 11 at Worldmark 3, Aerocity, New Delhi, further expanding its footprint in the country’s rapidly growing EV market. The centre will offer visitors the opportunity to explore Tesla’s latest electric offerings, including the recently launched Model Y midsize SUV.Tesla entered the Indian market on July 15 with the Model Y, priced from ₹60 lakh. The SUV is available in two variants — the ₹60 lakh Rear-Wheel Drive, delivering a range of up to 455 km and accelerating from 0–100 km/h…

10 Aug

Kharge to Host INDIA Bloc Dinner Amid Escalating Row Over Bihar Electoral Roll Revision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaCongress, INDIA bloc, Mallikarjun Kharge

New Delhi, August 10 – Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will host a dinner meeting for MPs of the INDIA bloc on Monday evening, as the opposition alliance steps up its campaign against the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar and what it alleges is poll manipulation by the BJP in coordination with the Election Commission.The gathering, to be held at Hotel Taj Palace in Chanakyapuri, will coincide with a protest march by opposition MPs and leaders from Parliament to the Election Commission’s headquarters. The march is aimed at highlighting what the bloc describes as “poll fraud” and…

10 Aug

Pakistan Loses Rs 4.1 Billion from Airspace Ban on Indian Airlines

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIndia-Pakistan relations, PAA overflying revenue, Pakistan airspace closure, Rs 4.1 billion loss

Islamabad, August 10, 2025 — Pakistan’s decision to keep its airspace closed to Indian airlines has cost the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) Rs 4.1 billion in lost overflying revenue over a period of just over two months, official figures reveal.The ban, imposed after the Pahalgam terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 that killed 26 people, mostly tourists, was extended following heightened tensions between the two neighbours. Relations worsened after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, destroying terror infrastructure in Pakistan-controlled territory during a four-day conflict.The Ministry of Defence told the National Assembly on Friday that the…

10 Aug

CBI Dismantles Fake Amazon Tech Support Racket in Maharashtra, Five Arrested

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAmazon tech support scam, CBI Raid, Igatpuri fraud, Nashik cybercrime

Nashik/Mumbai, August 10, 2025 — The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has busted a large-scale cybercrime syndicate that was operating a fake Amazon technical support centre from a resort in Igatpuri, Maharashtra’s Nashik district. Five Mumbai-based men have been arrested for allegedly defrauding citizens in the United States and Canada.Officials said the racket was run by six prime accused named in the FIR, along with unidentified bank officials and private collaborators. The group allegedly ran a sophisticated scam, making phishing and impersonation calls while posing as Amazon Support Services staff.The operation was organised with a hierarchy of 60 employees serving…