Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

26 May

After NEET, irregularities now surface in CBSE evaluation; Prime Minister must sack the Education Minister: Arvind Kejriwal

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NEW DELHI (Rajeev Sharma): After the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) paper leak controversy shook the country, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday demanded the immediate dismissal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over massive irregularities in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) evaluation, saying lakhs of students were being pushed into trauma and uncertainty because of an “incompetent and ineffective” education system. Flagging widespread complaints over blurred scanned copies, non-functional portals, failed payment gateways, and the controversial OSM (On-Screen Marking) process, Arvind Kejriwal said the Centre had pushed the future of lakhs of children…

25 May

Man Sets His Own Motorcycle Ablaze After Road Rage Incident in Chandigarh

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Rajeev Sharma :- A minor road rage incident in Chandigarh took a dramatic turn after a man allegedly set his own motorcycle on fire following an argument with a car driver on the dividing road between Sector 37 and Sector 42. According to preliminary information, the biker reportedly rammed his motorcycle into a car from behind, which led to a heated exchange between the two individuals. In a fit of rage, the man allegedly opened the petrol tank of his bike and set it ablaze in the middle of the road. Eyewitnesses said the motorcycle was engulfed in flames within…

25 May

Rubio Visits Taj Mahal Ahead of Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi

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Rajeev Sharma :- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday visited the iconic Taj Mahal along with his wife Jeanette D. Rubio during his official visit to India. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor also accompanied the couple during the visit to the historic monument in Agra. Rubio is currently on a four-day visit to India and is scheduled to participate in the upcoming Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday. The high-level gathering will bring together representatives from India, the United States, Australia and Japan to deliberate on key regional and global issues. The visit to…

25 May

Delhi Braces for Fresh Heatwave Spell, IMD Issues Yellow Alert Till May 27

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Rajeev Sharma :- After a brief spell of cloudy skies and slightly cooler conditions, the national capital is once again preparing for an intense phase of scorching heat, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for the next three days. According to the weather department, Delhi is likely to witness heatwave conditions with daytime temperatures expected to hover between 44 and 46 degrees Celsius. Officials said the mercury may rise further over the next 24 hours and remain elevated until May 27 before any significant relief arrives. The IMD stated that maximum temperatures could increase by 1…

25 May

Trump Calls PM Modi a “Great Friend”, Says India Can Fully Trust the US

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Rajeev Sharma :- Former US President Donald Trump once again praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as a “great friend” and asserting that India can place “100 per cent trust” in the United States, remarks that come amid growing discussions over stronger India-US strategic and trade ties. Trump made the comments during a virtual address delivered at a special event organised at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi to mark the 250th Independence celebrations of the United States. Speaking through a phone interaction facilitated by US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Trump expressed admiration for India and Prime Minister Modi. “I love…

25 May

NIA Intensifies Crackdown in Shopian, Searches Banned Seminary and Ex-Jamaat Leader’s Home

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Shopian (Rajeev Sharma): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched coordinated search operations in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district on Monday, targeting two locations linked to organisations under scrutiny for alleged unlawful activities. One of the searches was conducted at Darul Uloom Sirajul Uloom in the Imam Sahib area, an educational institution that was recently declared an illegal entity by authorities. The seminary, known for offering both religious instruction and mainstream education, was searched by NIA officials during the early morning hours. Simultaneously, another investigation team carried out a search at the residence of Shahzada Aurangzeb, former head of the banned…

25 May

Fresh Fuel Price Hike Hits Consumers as Petrol, Diesel Rates Climb for Fourth Time in 10 Days

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Indian consumers woke up to another increase in fuel prices on Monday as state-owned oil marketing companies announced a fresh revision in petrol and diesel rates, marking the fourth hike within a span of just ten days. The latest move comes against the backdrop of continuing unrest in West Asia and persistent uncertainty in global crude supply chains linked to the Iran crisis. Under the revised rates, petrol prices have gone up by Rs 2.61 per litre, while diesel has become costlier by Rs 2.71 per litre. In the national capital, petrol is now being sold…

24 May

India-US Ties Go Beyond Diplomacy, Reflect Global Strategic Partnership: Rubio

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Highlighting the growing depth of ties between New Delhi and Washington, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India and the United States are no longer merely traditional allies but strategic partners working together on issues that extend far beyond South Asia. Rubio made the remarks during delegation-level discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on the second day of his four-day visit to India. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation across trade, defence, technology and global security. Addressing the evolving relationship, Rubio said the partnership between the two democracies is unique…

24 May

Punjab Keep Playoff Dreams Alive as Final IPL Qualification Race Goes Down to the Wire

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Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma) The battle for the last available playoff berth in IPL 2026 has intensified after Punjab Kings registered a commanding victory over Lucknow Super Giants, setting up a thrilling final day of league-stage action. Led by a sensational unbeaten century from skipper Shreyas Iyer, Punjab comfortably chased down a challenging 197-run target in just 18 overs, significantly strengthening their position in the standings. The result lifted Punjab to 15 points from 14 matches and placed them fourth on the table for now. Lucknow, meanwhile, finished their campaign at the bottom of the 10-team standings with only eight points…

24 May

Donald Trump Signals Breakthrough in Iran Talks, Says Peace Framework Near Completion

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington is close to finalising a major understanding with Iran, suggesting that months of tense backchannel diplomacy may soon produce a formal peace framework. In a statement released on social media, Trump said most key elements of the proposed arrangement had already been settled, with only a few final issues still under discussion. He described the process as being in its final phase and hinted that an official announcement could come soon if both sides complete the remaining negotiations. One of the central points of discussion reportedly involves the future…