Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

25 May

Klaasen’s Blazing Century Powers SRH to Record Win Over KKR

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National Times Bureau, May 25, 2025: In a stunning display of power hitting and disciplined bowling, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) crushed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by a massive 110-run margin in today’s IPL 2025 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. The win capped off SRH’s season on a positive note, even though the team narrowly missed out on a playoff berth.The highlight of the match was Heinrich Klaasen’s whirlwind knock of 100 runs off just 37 balls, equalling the joint third-fastest century in IPL history. His innings, filled with explosive sixes and calculated aggression, formed the backbone of SRH’s imposing…

25 May

US Report: India Now Sees China as Primary Adversary, Pakistan Viewed as Secondary Concern

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New Delhi, May 25, 2025: A recent report by the United States Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) states that India increasingly views China not Pakistan as its primary adversary, signalling a significant strategic shift in New Delhi's security outlook.The report, released as part of the annual “Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China,” outlines that while Pakistan remains a security concern, China poses the most formidable long-term challenge to India’s national interests, particularly due to ongoing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), aggressive infrastructure build-up by China, and unresolved territorial disputes.According to the DIA, India’s military…

25 May

Volodymyr Zelensky Slams Global Inaction After Russian Strikes Kill 12 in Ukraine: “America’s Silence Encourages Putin”

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Kyiv (National Times): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a blistering rebuke of Western inaction following one of the most devastating Russian aerial attacks on Ukraine since the war began in 2022. Speaking out after the assault that killed 12 civilians, including three children, Zelensky warned that the global silence is only emboldening Russian President Vladimir Putin. “America’s silence, and the silence of others in the world, only encourages Putin,” Zelensky said in a statement posted on social media, calling for stronger sanctions and clear leadership from the West. Ukraine Reels from Unrelenting Russian Onslaught Ukraine was bombarded overnight by 298…

25 May

Pakistan Views India as an Existential Threat, Says US Defence Intelligence Agency Report

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Washington, DC: Pakistan continues to perceive India as an existential threat and is actively modernising its military capabilities, including its nuclear arsenal, to counterbalance India's conventional military superiority, according to the latest World Threat Assessment released by the US Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) on Sunday. The report underscores Islamabad’s unwavering focus on military modernisation, stating that "Pakistan regards India as an existential threat and will continue to pursue its military modernisation effort, including the development of battlefield nuclear weapons, to offset India’s conventional military advantage." The assessment further reveals that China is playing a key role in aiding Pakistan’s military…

25 May

Lalu Prasad Expels Elder Son Tej Pratap Yadav from RJD, Cuts Family Ties Over ‘Irresponsible Behaviour’

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Patna, May 25, 2025 – Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav has expelled his elder son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the party for six years and disowned him from the Yadav family, citing “irresponsible behaviour” and conduct unbecoming of someone associated with the legacy of social justice.The action followed a controversial Facebook post by Tej Pratap, in which he shared a photo with a woman and introduced her as “Anushka Yadav,” claiming they had been in a relationship for 12 years. The post, now deleted, triggered widespread media attention and internal party backlash. Tej Pratap later claimed that…

25 May

Marco Mendicino to Step Down as PM Carney’s Chief of Staff Amid Early Reshuffle

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Ottawa, May 25, 2025 — Marco Mendicino, former Public Safety Minister and Liberal MP, has stepped down from his role as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s chief of staff, marking a significant shift in the inner workings of the newly formed administration.The departure, confirmed by sources close to the Prime Minister’s Office, comes just two months after Carney took office following his election victory. Mendicino, who had served in senior cabinet roles under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, was brought in to help ease the transition and support early governance efforts.Though no official reason was provided for his exit, insiders suggest…

25 May

King Charles III’s Throne Speech Reaffirms Canadian Sovereignty Amid Global Tensions

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Ottawa, May 25, 2025: In a historic event seen as a defining moment for Canada’s identity, King Charles III delivered the Speech from the Throne in Ottawa today, marking only the third time a reigning monarch has opened a session of Canada’s Parliament.Royal watchers and political analysts hailed the moment as a clear assertion of Canada's constitutional independence—particularly significant given U.S. President Donald Trump's recent remarks suggesting Canada could become the "51st state" of the United States. The decision to invite King Charles III to deliver the speech was taken by Prime Minister Mark Carney to reinforce Canada's sovereignty and…

25 May

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma Visit Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir and Hanuman Garhi in Spiritual Pilgrimage

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Ayodhya, May 25, 2025: In a serene spiritual retreat, cricket legend Virat Kohli and actor-producer Anushka Sharma visited the Ram Mandir and Hanuman Garhi in Ayodhya on Sunday, deepening their ongoing engagement with India’s cultural and religious heritage.The couple, accompanied by family members, arrived in traditional attire—Kohli in an off-white kurta-pyjama and Anushka in a pastel pink salwar suit. They avoided media interactions and maintained a low profile throughout their pilgrimage.At Hanuman Garhi, the couple was welcomed by Mahant Sanjay Das and senior priest Hemant Das. Mahant Sanjay Das later remarked, “Kohli and Anushka have a deep love for spirituality,…

25 May

India’s All-Party Delegation in New York Underscores Unified Anti-Terror Message

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New York [US], May 25, 2025: An Indian all-party parliamentary delegation led by MP Shashi Tharoor reached New York as part of a broader diplomatic campaign to highlight India’s united stance against terrorism. The visit, facilitated by the Consulate General of India in New York, aims to deepen cooperation with key international partners, including the United States, on counterterrorism efforts.The delegation included Bhubaneswar Kalita, Milind Murli Deora, Shashank Mani Tripathi, Ganti Harish Madhur, and former Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu. Their itinerary began with a solemn visit to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, where they paid homage to the…

25 May

Operation Sindoor is Face of Changing India, Not Just a Military Mission: PM Modi

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New Delhi, May 25, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has underscored that Operation Sindoor was not merely a military exercise but a bold reflection of the "new India" an assertive, self-assured nation that does not tolerate terrorism and answers provocation with decisive force.In a powerful message shared across recent addresses, including his Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast and speeches in Rajasthan, PM Modi called the 88-hour-long operation a "new form of justice" rather than vengeance. Launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, the operation showcased India's upgraded military readiness, strategic vision, and geopolitical resolve.“Pakistan has…