Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

29 Sep

Norm Lipinski Challenges Surrey Police Board Dismissal in B.C. Supreme Court

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingNorm Lipinski, Surrey

Surrey, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Former Surrey Police Service Chief Constable Norm Lipinski has taken his dismissal to the British Columbia Supreme Court, seeking a judicial review of the decision that ended his tenure in June. Lipinski's court filing alleges that his termination was influenced by political considerations unrelated to his conduct or performance. The allegations have not yet been proven in court. The development has become a political issue in Surrey, with mayoral candidate Linda Annis criticizing Mayor Brenda Locke and the Surrey Police Board over their handling of the city's policing transition and Lipinski's departure. Annis alleges that Locke's…

29 Sep

Calgary Hosts North American Agriculture Leaders for Tri-National Accord

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Senior agriculture officials from Canada, the United States and Mexico are meeting in Calgary for the 35th annual Tri-National Agricultural Accord, with discussions focused on trade, food security, disease prevention and the future of rural communities. The four-day gathering began on September 28 and will continue through October 1. Alberta is hosting provincial and state representatives alongside industry participants from across North America. Established in 1992, the accord provides a platform for agricultural leaders from the three countries to discuss shared challenges and identify areas for closer cooperation. This year's agenda includes measures to strengthen animal disease…

29 Sep

Alberta Remembers Fallen Police and Peace Officers on Memorial Day

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta observed Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day on September 27, paying tribute to officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting communities across the province. Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis remembered the sacrifices made by police and peace officers, noting that generations of officers have carried out their duties despite knowing they could face serious risks in the line of service. Since 1876, 108 police and peace officers have died in the line of duty in Alberta. Their sacrifices continue to be remembered by colleagues, families and communities across the province. The…

28 Sep

CALGARY POLICE SEEK MORE MONEY AS CITY FACES GROWING BUDGET PRESSURE

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary’s police service is asking City Council for hundreds of additional positions as rising demand for policing collides with a larger question facing City Hall how to fund public safety while managing pressure on taxpayers and competing demands for municipal services. The Calgary Police Commission is seeking funding for 523 additional positions over the next four years, including 309 police officers and 214 civilian positions. The request will become part of Calgary’s 2027–2030 budget deliberations, with City Council expected to make final decisions on the proposed police budget in November. The push for more resources comes after…

28 Sep

Samay Raina Says Next Season of The Latent Could Go Completely Sponsor-Free

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Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Comedian and content creator Samay Raina has explained why he is encouraging viewers to join the members-only subscription for his content, saying direct audience support could allow him to produce future seasons without relying on sponsors or outside stakeholders. While addressing the issue of piracy, Raina acknowledged that there is little that creators can do to completely prevent their content from being circulated illegally online. Instead, he appealed to viewers who enjoy his work to support the show through paid memberships. “Jokes apart, in today's age and time there is no stopping piracy. But if you can…

28 Sep

Demand for Bharat Ratna for Manmohan Singh Gains Momentum on Birth Anniversary

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Hyderabad (Rajeev Sharma): Calls to confer the Bharat Ratna posthumously on former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh gained renewed momentum on his 94th birth anniversary, with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy making a fresh appeal for the country’s highest civilian honour to be awarded to the late statesman. Reddy made the demand while unveiling a statue and memorial dedicated to Singh in Hyderabad. He described the former prime minister as a towering statesman whose contribution to India would remain part of the country’s history for generations. The Telangana chief minister also pointed to Singh’s role in the economic transformation that…

28 Sep

Weather washout sends India into Asian Games cricket semifinals

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NAGOYA (Rajeev Sharma): India's men's cricket team booked its place in the semifinals of the 2026 Asian Games without delivering a ball after persistent rain forced the abandonment of its quarterfinal against Afghanistan on Monday. The defending champions benefited from their position at the top of the ICC T20I rankings. With Afghanistan ranked 10th, the tournament rules handed the semifinal berth to India after the weather made it impossible to stage the knockout match. Rain has been a constant feature in Nagoya over the past several days, and conditions remained unsuitable for cricket on Monday. With the forecast offering little…

28 Sep

Supreme Court steps in over Delhi-NCR rape cases, seeks accountability from authorities

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NEW DELHI (RAJEEV SHARMA): The Supreme Court has initiated proceedings on its own over a series of recent rape cases reported in Delhi-NCR, including the alleged assault of a minor inside a moving sleeper bus in the national capital. A Bench headed by Justice JB Pardiwala, along with Justice K Vinod Chandran, expressed concern over the incidents and ordered the registration of a suo motu case to examine the wider issue of safety and law enforcement in the region. During the hearing, the court recalled the 2012 Nirbhaya case while highlighting the gravity of the recent incidents. The Bench said…

28 Sep

Bank unions put nationwide strike on hold after talks with IBA

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NEW DELHI (RAJEEV SHARMA): Bank employees will report for duty as scheduled after unions decided to defer their proposed three-day nationwide strike following assurances from the Indian Banks Association (IBA) on several pending demands. The strike, which was scheduled to begin on Monday, had been called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and was set to coincide with the half-yearly closing of banks. A key issue raised by the unions is the demand for a five-day working week, with Saturdays being declared holidays. Following discussions with the IBA, it was agreed that a high-level committee comprising representatives of…

28 Sep

Alberta Remembers Fallen Police and Peace Officers on Memorial Day

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta observed Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day on September 27, paying tribute to officers who lost their lives while serving and protecting communities across the province. Public Safety and Emergency Services Minister Mike Ellis remembered the sacrifices made by police and peace officers, noting that generations of officers have carried out their duties despite knowing they could face serious risks in the line of service. Since 1876, 108 police and peace officers have died in the line of duty in Alberta. Their sacrifices continue to be remembered by colleagues, families and communities across the province. The…