Rajeev Sharma

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Alberta’s government invests $17 million into youth employment

Alberta’s government invests $17 million into youth employment

Calgary (National Times): For over a century, Alberta has been known as the land of opportunity, a place where people come to build a better future for themselves and their families. Today, more than five million people call the province home, with many drawn by the promise that if they work hard, they too can benefit from the Alberta Advantage. That’s why Alberta’s government continues to work tirelessly to ensure there are pathways to prosperity for future generations so they can continue to call Alberta the best place to live, work and raise a family. “Investing in our young people…
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Chaos Erupts at Liverpool FC Parade as Car Strikes Crowd, Injuring Nearly 50

Chaos Erupts at Liverpool FC Parade as Car Strikes Crowd, Injuring Nearly 50

Liverpool (National Times): Celebrations in Liverpool turned to horror on Monday evening when a car drove into a crowd of fans during Liverpool FC’s Premier League victory parade, leaving nearly 50 people injured, including several children. The incident occurred on Water Street in the city centre, close to the Royal Liver Building and Liverpool Town Hall, just after roads had reopened following the conclusion of the main parade. Authorities confirmed that a 53-year-old white British man, believed to be the driver, was arrested at the scene. The atmosphere had been jubilant as thousands gathered to cheer the club’s title win,…
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Jaishankar Dismisses Nuclear War Fears: India, Pakistan Never Came Close

Jaishankar Dismisses Nuclear War Fears: India, Pakistan Never Came Close

National Times Bureau, May 26, 2025: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has decisively quashed speculation that India and Pakistan were near a nuclear confrontation during their recent military standoff. In an interview with the German daily Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, Jaishankar stated that both nations were “very, very far” from considering the use of nuclear weapons, despite heightened tensions in May 2025.His comments directly counter persistent narratives suggesting the region had neared nuclear disaster during India’s Operation Sindoor and Pakistan’s retaliatory strikes. According to Jaishankar, “At no point was a nuclear level reached,” and the situation remained within the realm of…
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Trump Slams Putin as “Absolutely Crazy” Amid Intensified Russian Strikes on Ukraine

Trump Slams Putin as “Absolutely Crazy” Amid Intensified Russian Strikes on Ukraine

National Times Bureau, May 26, 2025: U.S. President Donald Trump has launched one of his harshest criticisms yet against Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling him “absolutely crazy” in the wake of a devastating escalation in Russia’s war on Ukraine. The comments came as Russia unleashed its most extensive drone and missile assault since the war began, killing at least 12 civilians and injuring many more over three days of sustained bombardment.Trump, posting on social media, said Putin was “needlessly killing a lot of people” and warned that trying to take over all of Ukraine would ultimately “lead to the downfall…
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New House Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia Takes the Gavel Amid Renewed Parliamentary Session

New House Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia Takes the Gavel Amid Renewed Parliamentary Session

National Times Bureau, May 26, 2025: Liberal MP Francis Scarpaleggia has been elected the 39th Speaker of the House of Commons, marking a significant shift in parliamentary leadership. The Quebec MP, who has represented Lac-Saint-Louis since 2004, won the Speaker’s chair following the resignation of Greg Fergus. His election coincides with a fresh chapter for the House, which is reconvening after a five-month hiatus.Scarpaleggia brings to the position over two decades of parliamentary experience, having chaired the House of Commons Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development. Colleagues view him as a steady and balanced figure, with a reputation for…
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NDP Falls Short of Official Party Status in House of Commons Post-Historic Defeat

NDP Falls Short of Official Party Status in House of Commons Post-Historic Defeat

Ottawa, May 26, 2025: The New Democratic Party (NDP) will not be granted official party status in the House of Commons, Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon confirmed on Monday. The decision comes in the wake of the party’s worst electoral performance in Canadian history, following the 2025 federal election.Under the Parliament of Canada Act, a political party must secure at least 12 seats in the House to attain official party status. The NDP won just seven seats, far below the required threshold. The consequences are severe—without official status, the NDP loses vital parliamentary privileges, including increased speaking time, committee memberships,…
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Delhi Logs 104 Active COVID-19 Cases; Health System on Alert for Fresh Surge

Delhi Logs 104 Active COVID-19 Cases; Health System on Alert for Fresh Surge

New Delhi, May 26, 2025: Delhi has reported a total of 104 active COVID-19 cases as of Monday, marking a marginal uptick from 99 active cases recorded last week. Health authorities confirmed that 24 individuals recovered in the past seven days.While no COVID-related deaths have been reported recently, officials remain vigilant in light of rising infections in parts of the country. Hospitals across the national capital have been put on alert, with directions to ensure availability of hospital beds, oxygen supply, essential medicines, and functional ventilators and BiPAP machines.The city’s health department continues to monitor the situation closely. Authorities have…
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PM Modi Warns Terrorists and Their Sponsors: ‘End Is Near for Those Who Dare Wipe Off Sindoor of Our Sisters’

PM Modi Warns Terrorists and Their Sponsors: ‘End Is Near for Those Who Dare Wipe Off Sindoor of Our Sisters’

Dahod (Gujarat), May 26, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a stern warning to terror groups and their foreign sponsors during a public rally in Dahod, declaring that the days are numbered for those who threaten Indian women and national security.Referring to the devastating April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed, PM Modi said, “Those who dared to wipe off the sindoor of our sisters, your end is near.” His remarks came in the aftermath of India’s retaliatory military campaign, Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).Operation Sindoor, launched…
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Neeraj Chopra Joins Audi India as Brand Ambassador, Celebrates Shared Spirit of Excellence

Neeraj Chopra Joins Audi India as Brand Ambassador, Celebrates Shared Spirit of Excellence

New Delhi, May 26, 2025: Olympic gold medallist and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Audi India, marking a high-profile collaboration that unites elite sporting prowess with premium automotive excellence.The partnership between Chopra and Audi reflects a shared commitment to performance, precision, and progress. Known for his historic Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020, Chopra has become a national icon and global sports figure. His consistent record from dominating at the Asian Games and World Championships to clinching silver at the 2024 Paris Olympics embodies the same relentless pursuit of excellence that…
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PM Modi to Hold Roadshow in Vadodara; Set to Launch Development Projects Worth Over ₹77,000 Crore Across Gujarat

PM Modi to Hold Roadshow in Vadodara; Set to Launch Development Projects Worth Over ₹77,000 Crore Across Gujarat

Vadodara, May 26, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a grand roadshow in Vadodara today as part of his two-day visit to Gujarat, during which he is scheduled to inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for a series of mega development projects totalling over ₹77,000 crore. The roadshow marks the beginning of a packed itinerary aimed at bolstering infrastructure, connectivity, and industrial growth in the state. The Prime Minister is set to visit Dahod, Bhuj, and Gandhinagar between May 26 and 27. According to the Prime Minister’s Office, Modi will reach Dahod by 11:15 AM where he will inaugurate…
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