Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

05 Jul

Massive Search Continues in Shopian as Security Forces Surround Orchard Hiding Two Suspected LeT Militants

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingShopian

Shopian (Rajeev Sharma): Security forces remained engaged in an intensive anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Sunday, maintaining a tight security cordon around an orchard where two suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants are believed to be trapped. The operation was launched after surveillance inputs reportedly confirmed the presence of the two local militants in the Meemandar area. Acting on the intelligence, teams from the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) moved into the locality and sealed the surrounding villages to prevent any escape. Officials said the suspects allegedly fired at security…

05 Jul

Anti-US Slogans Dominate Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Funeral as Speaker Targets Donald Trump

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The funeral ceremony of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei witnessed strong anti-American rhetoric on Sunday after a speaker made controversial remarks about US President Donald Trump, drawing loud responses from a massive crowd gathered in Tehran. During the ceremony, poet Mohammad Rasouli addressed mourners and delivered a speech that included sharp criticism of the United States and Israel. At one point, he referred to President Trump while questioning why he was still alive, prompting sections of the audience to respond with chants against the US and Israel. Thousands of mourners filled the streets of the…

05 Jul

Security Forces Continue Massive Hunt for Two LeT Militants in Shopian, Operation Enters Day Two

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Shopian (Rajeev Sharma): The search operation against two suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district remained underway on Sunday, with security agencies continuing an intensive combing exercise for the second consecutive day. The operation, launched after intelligence agencies tracked the movement of the suspected militants, has seen multiple teams of the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) deployed across the Meemandar area. Officials said the security grid has been further strengthened to ensure the suspects do not escape through nearby orchards or adjoining villages. According to officials, surveillance inputs had indicated…

05 Jul

Donald Trump Says Netanyahu Understands ‘Who Leads’ as Washington Prepares for Key Bilateral Talks

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has hinted that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could soon visit Washington for high-level discussions, while underscoring what he described as America's leadership role in its relationship with Israel. Speaking to the media, Trump said he shares a positive rapport with Netanyahu but remarked that the Israeli leader "knows who the boss is," emphasising that the United States continues to play the central role in shaping strategic decisions between the two allies. According to officials, both leaders recently spoke over the phone, during which Netanyahu congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of American…

04 Jul

Calgary Community Leader Dr. J.B. Sidhu Appointed to Alberta Forest Management Council

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Renowned Calgary community leader Dr. Jangbahadur Singh Sidhu (J.B. Sidhu) has been appointed as a Public Member of the Council of the Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals by Hon. Myles McDougall, Alberta’s Minister of Advanced Education, under the Regulated Forest Management Profession Act. His appointment is effective until July 1, 2 Dr. Sidhu is widely respected for his decades of community service, leadership, and advocacy across Alberta’s multicultural communities. He has also been actively involved with Alberta’s Conservative movement, working closely with Conservative leaders and elected representatives to strengthen community engagement and encourage civic participation. His…

04 Jul

Man Crushed to Death by Tanker While Crossing Highway in Himachal; CCTV Footage Reveals Moments Before Fatal Accident

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Manali (Rajeev Sharma): A man lost his life in a tragic road accident after being hit by a speeding tanker on the Chandigarh–Manali four-lane highway near Pandoh in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district on Friday. The mishap, which was captured on CCTV, has renewed concerns over pedestrian safety on the busy highway. The deceased, identified as Jeevan Lal, had reportedly stepped onto the highway after finishing work at a nearby Panchayat office. As he attempted to cross the road, a tanker travelling through a curve allegedly failed to maintain control. While the front portion of the vehicle passed him, the rear…

04 Jul

Alberta MLAs Head to U.S. to Boost Trade, Energy and Infrastructure Partnerships

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A delegation of Alberta legislators will travel to Salt Lake City, Utah, from July 6 to 11 to strengthen economic ties with western U.S. states and promote the province’s priorities in energy, transportation, defence and cross-border trade. The visit is part of Alberta’s participation in the annual Council of State Governments (CSG) West conference, where elected representatives from western U.S. states and associate members gather to discuss regional policy, trade and infrastructure issues. Representing Alberta at this year’s meeting are Tany Yao, MLA for Fort McMurray–Wood Buffalo and Parliamentary Secretary for Small Business and Northern Development; Ron…

04 Jul

Alberta Expands Classroom Support With 223 New Complexity Teams for 2026–27 School Year

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Alberta has released the latest classroom complexity team allocations for the 2026–27 academic year, outlining how newly created support teams will be distributed among school authorities across the province. The allocations form part of a previously announced $100-million investment aimed at helping schools manage increasingly complex classroom environments and provide additional assistance to both students and teachers. Under the funding package, $75 million has been earmarked for the creation of 223 new classroom complexity teams. Of these, 160 teams will serve students in Grades 7 to 12, while 63 teams will be assigned to…

04 Jul

Mayor Locke Paid $114 Million For Arena Site Worth $86 Million

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Surrey, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Surrey First councillor and candidate for mayor Linda Annis, says Brenda Locke paid $114 million for the site of her proposed 10,000-seat arena, $28 million more than the assessed value. “The mayor brushed off questions and said it was a simple land swap, but when you look at the assessed value of the city property and the value of the Wesgroup Properties site, taxpayers got the short end of the stick and ended up paying $28 million more than the assessed value of the arena site,” said Annis. “The mayor needs to buy a calculator because…

04 Jul

Monsoon Activity to Ease Briefly in Himachal Before Intensifying Again; Heavy Rain Warning From July 6

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): After several days of widespread showers and weather-related disruptions, Himachal Pradesh is likely to witness a temporary reduction in rainfall over the next two days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that the intensity of the monsoon will weaken briefly before another active spell begins from July 6 with the arrival of a fresh Western Disturbance. The weather department said most parts of the state are expected to experience relatively calm conditions over the next 48 hours. Except for isolated light showers in a few districts, no major weather alerts have been issued for Saturday and…