Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

23 Feb

India Restricts Pakistan to 241 in Champions Trophy Clash

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsAxar Patel, Champions Trophy 2025, Hardik Pandya, India vs Pakistan, Kuldeep Yadav

Dubai, February 23, 2025 – India staged a strong comeback to bowl out Pakistan for 241 runs in their much-anticipated Champions Trophy encounter. A disciplined bowling performance ensured that Pakistan failed to capitalize on a crucial partnership, handing India the advantage going into the chase. Kuldeep Yadav Spins a Web Kuldeep Yadav led India’s charge with a brilliant spell, claiming three key wickets. He dismissed Salman Ali Agha (19), Shaheen Afridi (0), and Naseem Shah (14), restricting Pakistan’s lower order from adding significant runs.Ravindra Jadeja also made an impact, removing Tayyab Tahir (4) in the 37th over, further tightening India's…

23 Feb

Atishi Appointed Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPoliticsAAP, Atishi, BJP, Delhi Assembly, Leader of Opposition

New Delhi, February 23, 2025 – Former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been named the Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, party leaders confirmed on Sunday. The decision was made during a meeting of AAP MLAs, chaired by party supremo Arvind Kejriwal. AAP Prepares for Assembly Session The first session of the Delhi Assembly is set to begin on February 24 and will last for three days. The ruling BJP government has announced plans to table pending CAG reports on the previous AAP government’s performance. BJP's Landslide Victory Ends AAP Rule The BJP secured 48 of the 70 seats…

23 Feb

Pope Francis’ Health Remains Critical, Receives Oxygen Support

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsGemelli Hospital, Pneumonia, Pope Francis, Respiratory Crisis, Thrombocytopenia, Vatican

Vatican City, February 23, 2025 – Pope Francis, hospitalized for over a week at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, suffered an asthma-like respiratory crisis requiring high-flow oxygen, Vatican News reported on Sunday. Despite his stable condition, doctors warn that he is not yet out of danger. Pope Experiences Health Complications On Saturday night, the Vatican stated that Pope Francis had a peaceful ninth night but continued to face health challenges. Sunday’s blood tests revealed thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) and anaemia, leading to blood transfusions.Though alert and responsive, the 87-year-old Pontiff appeared more fatigued than the previous day and spent most of the…

23 Feb

India vs Pakistan: Pakistan Steady after 2 wickets fell in Champions Trophy Clash

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Dubai, February 23, 2025 – In a high-stakes ICC Champions Trophy match at the Dubai International Stadium, Pakistan opted to bat first after winning the toss against India. Pakistan’s Slow but Steady Start At the end of the 26th over, Pakistan stands at 107 for 2 wickets, with captain Mohammad Rizwan (24 runs) and Saud Shakeel (37 runs) cautiously building a partnership. The team’s run rate remains below four runs per over as they aim to stabilize their innings against a disciplined Indian bowling attack. Early Setbacks for Pakistan Pakistan’s opening batsmen struggled to find momentum, with Imam-ul-Haq (10 runs)…

22 Feb

Actor Rahul B Kumar Gears Up for ‘Hathoda Singh’ After a Successful Photoshoot in Mumbai

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Mumbai, February 22, 2025 – Rising Bollywood star Rahul B Kumar is set to impress audiences once again with his upcoming film ‘Hathoda Singh’. The film’s photoshoot was conducted today in Andheri, Mumbai, marking the beginning of pre-production work. Directed and written by Amit Gupta, the film is expected to deliver an intense and action-packed story.Rahul B Kumar, who gained significant recognition for his performance in the multi-lingual film ‘Love Is Forever’ (released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu), is excited about his next project. His previous film received widespread appreciation from audiences, with fans praising his acting skills. Film Preps…

22 Feb

Jaishankar Cites Lord Hanuman to Explain Diplomacy’s Real Purpose

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia International relations, Jaishankar diplomacy, Lord Hanuman Foreign Policy

New Delhi, February 22, 2025 – External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar offered a unique perspective on diplomacy, drawing parallels with Lord Hanuman’s mission to Lanka. Speaking at the Delhi University Literature Festival, Jaishankar emphasized that diplomacy is about building coalitions and managing them in the national interest. Lord Hanuman: A Diplomatic Masterclass Explaining the tactical brilliance of Lord Hanuman, Jaishankar said:"Look at Lord Hanuman. He was sent by Lord Ram into a hostile territory with no clear information about the land or Ma Sita’s whereabouts. His mission was an intelligence-gathering reconnaissance, an open-ended diplomatic task."Jaishankar highlighted how Hanuman:Successfully met Ma…

22 Feb

Manu Bhaker to Lead India’s 35-Member Shooting Squad at ISSF World Cups

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsIndian shooting team, ISSF World Cup, Manu Bhaker, NRAI

New Delhi, February 22, 2025 – Star pistol shooter Manu Bhaker will captain a 35-member Indian shooting contingent at the ISSF World Cups in Buenos Aires, Argentina (April 1-11) and Lima, Peru (April 13-22). Strong Squad with Paris Olympians Bhaker, recently awarded the Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna for her two bronze medals in Paris, will compete in the women’s 10m air pistol and 25m pistol events. She will be joined by top shooters like Anish Bhanwala, Vijayveer Sidhu, Esha Singh, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, and Sift Kaur Samra. Training Camp & Expert Coaching To ensure top performance, the National Rifle…

22 Feb

S Jaishankar: Modi-Trump Meeting Went ‘Very Well’ Due to Shared Nationalist Ideology

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New Delhi, February 22, 2025 – External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar described Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump as highly successful, attributing their strong rapport to their shared nationalist ideology. Speaking at an event, Jaishankar highlighted that both leaders respect each other’s nationalist approach, which contributed to the positive outcome of the discussions. Modi and Trump: A Strong Connection Jaishankar noted that PM Modi was one of the first world leaders invited by Trump after he began his second term as US President. He pointed out that Trump acknowledges Modi’s commitment to India, just…

22 Feb

Ex-RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das Appointed Principal Secretary to PM Modi

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New Delhi, February 22, 2025 – Former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has been appointed as the second Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His tenure will be co-terminus with the Prime Minister’s term, as per the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.Das, who stepped down as RBI Governor in December 2024, will now serve alongside PK Mishra, the current Principal Secretary to the PM. Das’ Legacy in Governance and Finance A 1980-batch IAS officer, Das has had an extensive career in governance, especially in finance, taxation, industries, and infrastructure. He played a key role in implementing GST in 2017 and…

22 Feb

ED Slaps ₹344 Crore Penalty on BBC’s Indian Subsidiary for Alleged FEMA Violations

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New Delhi (National Times): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has imposed a substantial penalty of ₹344 crore on the Indian subsidiary of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) for alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). The penalty follows a detailed investigation into the financial dealings of BBC World Service India Pvt. Ltd. Alleged FEMA Violations According to the ED, the BBC’s Indian arm was found guilty of improper fund routing and non-compliance with FEMA regulations. The probe indicated that the company failed to follow the required procedures for foreign exchange transactions, resulting in the hefty penalty. The ED’s action…