Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

05 Aug

‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025’ Sets Guinness World Record with Over 3.5 Crore Registrations

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Dehradun, August 5 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the flagship student outreach programme, Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025, entered the Guinness World Records for the highest number of participant registrations in a single month.Calling the feat a “matter of pride for the entire nation,” Dhami said the recognition reflects India’s pioneering efforts to promote stress-free education. In a post on X, he extended his “heartiest congratulations” to PM Modi, adding that the achievement places India’s education system on the global stage and highlights the country’s contribution to student well-being.The record was conferred by…

05 Aug

Anil Ambani Appears Before ED in ₹17,000-Crore Money Laundering Probe

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New Delhi, August 5, 2025 — Industrialist and Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday in connection with a sprawling money laundering investigation into alleged bank loan frauds exceeding ₹17,000 crore involving several of his group companies.Ambani, 66, reached the ED headquarters in central Delhi around 10:50 am, arriving in an electric vehicle. His statement is being recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), official sources confirmed.The questioning comes just weeks after a sweeping ED operation on July 24, during which the agency raided 35 locations tied to nearly 50 companies and…

05 Aug

Amit Shah Becomes Longest-Serving Home Minister in Indian History

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New Delhi, August 5, 2025 — Amit Shah has etched his name in Indian political history by becoming the country’s longest-serving Union Home Minister. On Tuesday, he surpassed the record previously held by BJP stalwart Lal Krishna Advani.Shah first took over the Home Ministry on May 30, 2019, following the NDA's re-election. After completing his first term on June 9, 2024, he was reappointed the very next day, on June 10. As of August 5, he has served 2,258 days in office, overtaking Advani's 2,256-day tenure between March 19, 1998, and May 22, 2004.The milestone was acknowledged during the National…

05 Aug

Flash Flood Ravages Uttarkashi’s Dharali Village, 4 Dead and Several Feared Missing

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Dehradun — A sudden flash flood triggered by a cloudburst in the upper catchment of the Kheer Ganga river wreaked havoc in Dharali village of Uttarkashi district on Tuesday, killing at least four people and leaving several others missing. The disaster caused large-scale destruction to homes, roads, and businesses in the mountainous region.Uttarkashi district magistrate Prashant Arya confirmed the death toll and said the scale of destruction is still being assessed. "A massive wave of flash flood hit the area. We are currently evaluating the extent of the damage to both life and property," Arya said.The region, known for its…

05 Aug

Former Governor Satya Pal Malik Dies at 79: A Bold Political Voice Silenced

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New Delhi (National Times): Satya Pal Malik, a seasoned politician and former Governor of several Indian states, passed away today at the age of 79. Known for his unfiltered candor, political tenacity, and fearless criticism of the establishment, Malik’s death has left a void in Indian public life. He had been battling a prolonged illness and was undergoing treatment at Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in Delhi, where he breathed his last early this morning. His health had deteriorated significantly in recent months, with reports confirming severe kidney-related complications. A Political Career Built Across Party Lines Hailing from Baghpat in Uttar…

05 Aug

Canada Airdrops Humanitarian Aid Over Gaza Amid Escalating Crisis

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): In a decisive move to support civilians affected by the deepening crisis in Gaza, the Canadian Armed Forces conducted an aerial delivery of nearly 10,000 kilograms of humanitarian aid on Monday. The operation, carried out by a CC-130J Hercules aircraft, marks one of Canada’s most significant direct relief efforts in the conflict-stricken region. The airdrop, confirmed by Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Defence Minister David McGuinty, comes as the situation in Gaza continues to spiral. Prime Minister Mark Carney, highlighting the severity of the conditions on the ground, described the unfolding events as a “rapidly deteriorating…

05 Aug

Alberta Marks Heritage Day with a Call to Celebrate Cultural Diversity

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women Tanya Fir has extended warm wishes to Albertans on the occasion of Heritage Day, urging communities across the province to come together in celebration of their shared cultural legacy. “On this first Monday in August, we come together to celebrate Heritage Day – a day that honours the rich tapestry of cultures, traditions and histories that shape Alberta,” Minister Fir said in an official statement. Tracing its roots back to 1974, Heritage Day has grown from a modest multicultural concert at Fort Edmonton Park into one of Alberta’s…

05 Aug

Arvinder Singh Bahal Becomes First Sikh to Travel to Space on Blue Origin’s NS-34 Mission

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a historic milestone for both private spaceflight and Sikh representation, 80-year-old Arvinder Singh Bahal has become the first known Sikh to journey into space. The Agra-born U.S. citizen lifted off from Blue Origin’s launch site in West Texas aboard the company’s NS-34 mission, joining five other crew members, including entrepreneur Justin Sun and adventurer JD Russell. Bahal’s life story is as remarkable as his latest achievement. A former National Defence Academy (NDA) trainee who overcame partial hearing loss, he has long embodied resilience and exploration. His passion for travel once led him to visit every…

04 Aug

Calgary home prices decline in July as supply returns to pre-pandemic levels

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary's housing inventory has reverted to pre-pandemic levels, driven by a substantial increase in supply last month, according to the Calgary Real Estate Board. Most of the growth has been led by homes built in newer communities, which have raised the number of available units to nearly 7,000. This amounts to 3.3 months of supply, an 88 per cent increase compared to last year. The rise in supply coincided with a drop in sales, which fell by 12 per cent to 2,099. Detached homes dominated in sales with more than 1,000 transactions. New listings, meanwhile, reached 3,911…

04 Aug

Rachna Jindal appointed as new CII Northern Region head

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Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has announced the appointment of Rachna Jindal as the new Northern Region Director.Based at the CII Northern Region Headquarters in Chandigarh, Jindal will oversee CII operations across key states of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and the Union Territories of Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh. With nearly two decades of extensive experience within CII, having joined the organisation in 2006, Jindal brings a wealth of knowledge to her new role. Jindal has been instrumental in organising prominent trade exhibitions, including Auto Expo, IMME, and IREE, as…