Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

23 Jul

Stronger pipeline pact spans three provinces

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Ontario, Saskatchewan

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta and Ontario welcome Saskatchewan as the newest signatory to build pipelines and trade infrastructure across provincial borders and into global markets. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) will see the three provinces work collectively to build new pipelines along a route that will connect western Canadian oil and gas to new and existing refineries in southern Ontario, as well as a new deep-sea port in James Bay. The MOU also calls for new rail lines to connect critical mineral deposits located in Ontario’s Ring of Fire region to ports in Western Canada. The agreement reinforces joint efforts…

23 Jul

Prime Minister Carney Meets Premiers to Boost Major Projects and Remove Barriers

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Mark Carney

Huntsville, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney convened with provincial and territorial premiers today in Huntsville, Ontario, to advance key national priorities, including the removal of internal barriers, the development of major infrastructure projects, and the addressing of urgent challenges such as wildfires and trade issues. During the meeting, Prime Minister Carney updated premiers on ongoing trade negotiations with the United States, reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to securing the best possible deal for Canadians. He noted that all First Ministers remain unified in their approach to the negotiations. The Prime Minister also highlighted recent steps taken by the…

23 Jul

Alberta and Yukon Join Hands — A new partnership for economic cooperation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAlberta, Yukon

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta and the Yukon have committed to removing barriers so goods, services, workers and opportunity can flow freely across borders. Premier Danielle Smith and Yukon Premier Mike Pemberton signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand economic cooperation while attending the Council of the Federation meeting in Huntsville, Ontario. The agreement will help Alberta businesses sell more goods and services into the Yukon, while giving Yukon companies new opportunities to access Alberta’s growing markets and invest in the province. Both jurisdictions will identify ways to align certification, licensing and registration for regulated occupations while increasing opportunities for…

22 Jul

Pant to Return as Wicketkeeper for Fourth Test, Akash Deep Ruled Out

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsIndia vs England, Old Trafford Test, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill

MANCHESTER, July 22, 2025 — In a major boost for Team India ahead of the fourth Test against England, captain Shubman Gill confirmed that Rishabh Pant will return to wicketkeeping duties. Pant had sustained a finger injury during the third Test at Lord’s, which limited his time behind the stumps. However, after a full two-hour training session on Monday, the dynamic left-hander has been deemed fit to take up the gloves once again when play begins at Old Trafford on Wednesday.This update comes amid a series of injury setbacks for the Indian side. All-rounder Nitish Reddy has been ruled out…

22 Jul

Carney Assures Premiers of Strong U.S. Trade Stance Amid Tariff Threat

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada-US trade talks, Council of the Federation, Donald Trump tariffs, Doug Ford, Mark Carney

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma)– Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday assured provincial premiers that Canada would accept nothing short of a favorable deal in its ongoing trade talks with the United States. As the Council of the Federation convened in Ontario’s cottage country, Carney confirmed that Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc would travel to Washington, D.C., in the coming days to continue negotiations, emphasizing, “We are only going to accept the best deal for Canada.”The meeting comes at a critical time as U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 35 per cent tariffs on a wide range of Canadian products…

22 Jul

Uttarakhand CM Orders SIT Probe into Scholarship Scam; Warns of Strict Action Against Guilty Institutions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaMinority Scholarship, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Scholarship Scam, SIT, Uttarakhand

Dehradun, July 22, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has taken serious note of the growing allegations of corruption in scholarship distribution across the state, declaring that no irregularity will be tolerated in welfare schemes. Emphasizing accountability, he has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to thoroughly probe scholarship embezzlement by institutions using fake documents.The CM’s response comes after preliminary findings revealed that multiple institutions, including madrasas, Sanskrit schools, and other private educational establishments, fraudulently claimed minority scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal. These institutions allegedly submitted false documents such as fake student counts, Aadhaar cards,…

22 Jul

Amit Shah’s Praise for Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami Triggers Political Buzz

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsAmit Shah, BJP politics, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand investment

Dehradun, July 22, 2025: Two days after returning from Uttarakhand, Union Home Minister Amit Shah stirred political speculation on Monday by praising Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on social media. The warm words sparked fresh discussions in political circles, suggesting that Dhami may not only be close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi but is also earning strong backing from Shah.On Saturday, Shah had participated in a grand event in Rudrapur to celebrate the ground-level implementation of investment promises worth ₹1 lakh crore. During the event, Shah and Dhami were seen sharing a strong rapport, which caught the attention of many…

22 Jul

Healing from the Inside Out: The Rise of Fermented Foods in Everyday Indian Diets

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsLifestylefermented foods, gut health, Indian kitchens, probiotics, wellness trends

National Times Bureau, July 21, 2025 — From homemade kanji and kombucha to kefir and kimchi, fermented foods are experiencing a massive revival in Indian households. What was once seen as old-school or even unappetizing is now at the heart of a growing wellness movement, driven by the rising awareness of gut health.Nutritionists and wellness experts are increasingly promoting fermented items as a natural way to improve digestion, boost immunity, and even enhance mood. Rich in probiotics, these foods support a healthy microbiome—something modern diets often neglect due to high levels of processed food, sugar, and antibiotics.Once found only in…

22 Jul

Gold Surges to ₹1 Lakh Mark in Delhi as Stockists Drive Demand; Silver Follows Rally

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessDelhi gold rates, gold above 1 lakh, gold price today, silver price rally, stockist buying gold

New Delhi, July 22, 2025: Gold prices surged ₹1,000 on Tuesday, reclaiming the ₹1 lakh per 10 grams level in the national capital, driven by strong buying from stockists, as per the All India Sarafa Association. The 99.9 per cent pure yellow metal touched a four-week high of ₹1,00,020 per 10 grams, up from the previous close of ₹99,020. This marks the first time since June 19 that gold has breached the ₹1 lakh threshold.Gold of 99.5 per cent purity also witnessed a sharp gain of ₹1,000, trading at ₹99,550 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes), compared to ₹98,550…

22 Jul

Indian High Commission Warns Students in Canada Against Fraudulent Calls and Emails

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadafraud alert Canada, Indian High Commission Canada, Indian students Canada, scam calls

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma) : The Indian High Commission in Ottawa has issued an important advisory for Indian nationals living in Canada, especially international students, following a surge in fraudulent calls and emails impersonating Canadian authorities.The advisory comes amid multiple complaints from Indian citizens and persons of Indian origin who have received fake communications regarding visa status, immigration issues, job offers, or refunds of application fees. In many of these cases, victims were falsely accused of being involved in criminal or fraudulent activities. The intent was to intimidate them into sharing personal information or transferring money under duress.International students have emerged…