Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

12 Jun

Breaking: Air India Plane Crashes Shortly After Takeoff from Ahmedabad with 242 Onboard

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Ahmedabad (National Times): A tragic air disaster struck today when Air India Flight carrying 242 passengers crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad Airport en route to London. The Gujarat State Police Control Room confirmed the incident. According to information, Air India B787 Aircraft VT-ANB, while operating flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick) has crashed immediately after takeoff from Ahmedabad. There were 242 people on board the aircraft, consisting of 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew. The aircraft was under the command of Capt Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar, said Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). DGCA also stated that…

12 Jun

G7 Summit Triggers Major Traffic Disruptions Near Calgary Airport

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): As Calgary prepares to welcome world leaders for the upcoming G7 Summit, residents and travellers are being urged to plan for significant traffic disruptions around Calgary International Airport from Sunday, June 15 to Wednesday, June 18, 2025. To accommodate the secure arrival and departure of delegates, the Airport Trail N.E. Tunnel—a critical route for airport-bound traffic—will be closed beginning at 1 a.m. on Sunday, June 15, and will remain inaccessible through June 18. Alternate Routes & Key Closures:• Travellers approaching the airport from eastern Calgary are advised to use Country Hills Boulevard N.E. → Barlow Trail N.E.…

12 Jun

Navjot Singh Sidhu Returns to The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3, Reunites with Archana Puran Singh

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Mumbai ( Bureau): Following a six-year hiatus since 2019, Navjot Singh Sidhu has officially rejoined as a permanent judge on Netflix’s hit comedy series The Great Indian Kapil Show. New promos confirm that Sidhu and Archana Puran Singh will co-judge together this season, much to the delight of long-time fans. Kapil Sharma teased a “triple dose of laughter,” hinting at amplified energy and classic banter. A standout moment in the promo features Kapil jokingly telling Archana, “muh pe patti bandh lo”, a humorous nod to the playful rivalry that fans can’t wait to see reignite. Beyond the nostalgia, Season 3…

11 Jun

Railways Tighten Tatkal Ticketing with Aadhaar and OTP Verification; 2.5 Crore Fake IDs Blocked

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National Times Bureau, June 11, 2025: In a significant move to curb misuse and improve fairness in Tatkal train bookings, Indian Railways has introduced a set of new measures aimed at curbing illegal ticketing practices and making the system more accessible to genuine passengers.A railway statement confirmed that over the past six months, authorities have blocked 2.5 crore suspicious IRCTC user IDs, which were allegedly using unauthorized software or bots to book Tatkal tickets. To address this, Aadhaar authentication has now been made mandatory for booking Tatkal e-tickets through the IRCTC portal. For passengers booking tickets at reservation counters, providing…

11 Jun

OP Sindoor Undermines Traditional Warfare Concepts, Says Military Chief

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New Delhi, June 11, 2025: India’s recent Operation Sindoor has demonstrated that traditional concepts of linear warfare such as defined fronts, rear areas and combat depths no longer apply in modern conflict, according to the country's military leadership. The operation relied on deep-strike precision weaponry and integrated command structures, reflecting a profound shift in military doctrine. In comments carried by The Tribune, India’s military chief highlighted how long-range weapons capable of striking hundreds of kilometres into enemy territory were deployed without crossing national borders. This rendered conventional battle zones moot, while emphasizing agility, accuracy and technologically driven tactics. The operation…

11 Jun

Canada Invites Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to 2025 G7 Summit

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Kananaskis, Alberta, June 11, 2025: Canada has extended an invitation to Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to attend the upcoming G7 Leaders’ Summit, set for June 15–17 in the foothills of Kananaskis, Alberta. The invitation marks a notable move by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s administration, which has broadened the guest list to include major non-G7 powers .The invite is part of Canada’s strategic shift to engage key international players on global security, energy stability, and diplomatic coordination. Saudi Arabia’s role as mediator in ceasefire efforts for Gaza and its facilitation of talks concerning Russia and Ukraine earned particular…

11 Jun

Trump Confirms Trade Deal with China, Awaits Final Nod from Xi

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Washington DC, June 11, 2025: US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States has reached a trade deal with China following two days of high-level talks in London. He stated the agreement now awaits final approval from both him and Chinese President Xi Jinping.Trump made the declaration on Truth Social, highlighting key provisions of the deal. According to his post, China has agreed to supply “full magnets, and any necessary rare earths” to the US, while Washington will permit Chinese students to continue studying at American colleges and universities.“Our deal with China is done, subject to final…

11 Jun

June’s Strawberry Moon rises last night, lower full moon since 2006

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The strawberry moon was named by the Algonquin tribes because it comes at the time of year when berries ripen, according to NASA. Strawberry Moon is set to be a rather special full Moon, for a rather particular reason: the lowest full moon in nearly two decades. This month's full moon will ride low on the southern horizon thanks to an orbital phenomenon known as a major lunar standstill. The lunar disk always appears larger at moonrise thanks to the "moon illusion," a trick of the brain that makes Earth's natural satellite appear larger than it actually…

11 Jun

“We’ve Severed All Ties”: Sonam Raghuvanshi’s Brother Says She Should Be Hanged If Guilty

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Indore (National Times): In a dramatic and emotional address to the media at the residence of the late Raja Raghuvanshi, the brother of Sonam Raghuvanshi, Govind Raghuvanshi, made a stunning statement, expressing firm belief in his sister’s involvement in Raja’s alleged murder. Standing alongside members of the Raghuvanshi family, Govind said, “According to the evidence found so far, I am 100% sure that Sonam has committed this murder. All the accused in this case are connected to Raj Kushwaha. If Sonam is guilty, she should be hanged.” The murder of Raja Raghuvanshi has gripped Indore in recent days, with shocking…

11 Jun

Elon Musk Walks Back Donald Trump Attacks Amid Public Fallout

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San Francisco (National Times): In a surprising turn of events, tech billionaire Elon Musk has publicly expressed regret over recent inflammatory posts aimed at President Donald Trump, signaling a potential cooling-off after a week of digital warfare between the two. Posting on his social media platform X, Musk admitted: “I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far.” The statement comes just days after a dramatic and very public exchange of insults between the Tesla founder and the U.S. President. What began as a disagreement over Trump’s newly passed tax and spending bill,…