Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

02 May

GM to Cut Shifts at Oshawa Plant Over Trump Tariffs, Union Calls Move ‘Reckless’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaGeneral Motors, GM Shift c Cuts, Oshawa plant, Trump tariffs, Unifor

Oshawa (Rajeev Sharma ): General Motors has announced plans to scale back operations at its Oshawa, Ontario plant, moving from three shifts to two amid shifting demand forecasts and rising trade tensions fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs.The move has sparked outrage from Unifor, the union representing roughly 3,000 workers at the plant. In a statement Friday, Unifor called the decision “reckless” and warned that it will send shockwaves through Canada’s auto parts supplier network.GM defended its decision by citing changes in the trade landscape and future demand, saying the adjustment will support “a sustainable manufacturing footprint” as the…

02 May

Carney to Outline Government Priorities After Election Win, Focus on Trade Talks with Trump

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada Election 2025, Liberal government, Mark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to unveil the priorities of his newly elected Liberal government today, just four days after leading the party to a fourth mandate in the federal elections.Carney will address the media at 11 a.m. EDT and take questions, in what will be his first public remarks since his election night speech at an Ottawa hockey arena. In that speech, he promised to “chart a new course” for Canada one that reduces its heavy reliance on the United States.One of Carney’s first orders of business is addressing growing trade tensions with the U.S.…

01 May

Shikhar Dhawan Confirms Relationship with Sophie Shine

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, SportsRelationship Confirmation, Shikhar Dhawan, Sophie Shine

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 — Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has officially confirmed his relationship with Irish professional Sophie Shine. The announcement was made via a social media post on Thursday, where Shine shared a picture of the couple with the caption “My love” accompanied by a heart emoji. Speculation about their relationship had been circulating for some time, fueled by their public appearances together, including during the Champions Trophy match in Dubai and at a media event where Dhawan hinted at finding love again. Sophie Shine is an Irish product consultant with a background in Marketing and Management…

01 May

“Chun Chun Ke Badla Lenge”: Amit Shah Warns Terrorists in Aftermath of Pahalgam Attack

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAmit Shah, Narendra Modi, Pahalgam terror attack, Terrorism in Kashmir

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 — Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday issued a stern warning to the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack, asserting that the Modi government will take “revenge one by one” and will not rest until terrorism is eliminated from Indian soil.Speaking at an event in New Delhi to honour Bodofa Upendranath Brahma, Shah reaffirmed the Centre’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and said, “Terrorists should not think they’ve achieved a big victory. Chun chun ke badla lenge. Har vyakti ko jawab diya jayega.”The Home Minister emphasised that no terrorist would be spared and reiterated the…

01 May

Delhi High Court Slams Ramdev Over ‘Sharbat Jihad’ Remarks, Cites Contempt Concerns

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi High Court, Hamdard Rooh Afza, Ramdev, Sharbat Jihad

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 – The Delhi High Court has come down heavily on yoga guru Ramdev for allegedly violating its earlier orders by reiterating his “sharbat jihad” allegations against Hamdard's Rooh Afza brand in a new video.Justice Amit Bansal, while hearing Hamdard National Foundation’s contempt plea, remarked that Ramdev “lives in his own world” and appears to be “not under anyone’s control.” The court noted that the fresh video bore the same tone and substance as the previous one, prompting it to consider contempt of court action.The judge said, “In view of the last order, his affidavit, as…

01 May

NIA Chief Reviews Pahalgam Terror Attack Probe Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, UncategorizedNIA investigation, Pahalgam terror attack, Sadanand Date

National Times Bureau: National Investigation Agency (NIA) Director General Sadanand Date visited Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, to assess the ongoing investigation into the April 22 terror attack that claimed 26 lives, including 25 Indian tourists and one Nepali national. The NIA is employing advanced 3D mapping technology to reconstruct the crime scene at Baisaran meadow, based on eyewitness accounts. Investigators have recorded statements from survivors and locals present during the attack. The attack, one of the deadliest in the region since 2008, has been linked to The Resistance Front (TRF), a group believed to be affiliated with Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. Indian…

01 May

Canada’s Top Court to Decide on Youth-Led Climate Case That Could Redefine Government Accountability

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessCanada Supreme Court, Climate Change Lawsuit, Youth Climate Activists

Ottawa, May 1, 2025 – The Supreme Court of Canada is expected to announce today whether it will hear a landmark climate change case brought forward by seven youth activists challenging Ontario’s weakened emissions targets. The case could shape how governments are constitutionally held accountable for their role in addressing the climate crisis.At the heart of the case is a claim that Ontario's rollback of its greenhouse gas emissions target violates the Charter of Rights and Freedoms by endangering the right to life and security of younger generations. Filed in 2019 by then-12-year-old Sophia Mathur and six others, the lawsuit…

01 May

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea for Judicial Probe into Pahalgam Attack, Slams ‘Irresponsible’ Filing

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia, Pahalgam, Pakistan

New Delhi (National Times): The Supreme Court refused to admit a PIL demanding a judicial inquiry into the Pahalgam terror attack, strongly criticizing the petitioners for filing what it termed an ill-timed and demoralizing plea. "Don't try to weaken the morale of our security forces," said Justice Surya Kant as he dismissed the petition filed by Junaid Mohd Junaid and two lawyers. “At this moment, the entire nation is united against terror. This is not the time for such prayer.” The PIL sought to set up a commission led by a retired Supreme Court judge to probe the April 22…

01 May

Did Hania Aamir Made Appeal to PM Modi Post-Pahalgam Attack?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainmentHania Aamir

Karachi (National Times): In the wake of India's decision to ban the Pakistani entertainment industry following the Pahalgam terror attack, a post is going viral on social media claiming that Pakistani actress Hania Aamir has voiced her concerns, calling the move unjust towards innocent civilians. Through an alleged Instagram story, it is being claimed that Hania Aamir highlighted the distinction between the actions of militants and the broader Pakistani populace. As per the viral post, Hania Aamir said, "Just because of General Asim Munir's actions in Kashmir, the entire Pakistani entertainment industry has been banned in India, and even social…

01 May

Char Dham Yatra Begins with Portals Opened at Gangotri and Yamunotri; Kedarnath and Badrinath to Follow

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaChar Dham Yatra 2025, Gangotri Yamunotri open

Uttarkashi, May 1, 2025 – The sacred Char Dham Yatra began today with the ceremonial opening of the portals at Gangotri and Yamunotri temples in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. The revered Hindu pilgrimage includes visits to four high-altitude shrines in the Garhwal Himalayas — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Kedarnath’s doors will open on May 2, followed by Badrinath on May 4.The Char Dham circuit holds immense spiritual significance for devotees. During winter, due to heavy snowfall and road inaccessibility, the deities are moved to their winter seats at lower altitudes: Mukhba (Gangotri), Kharsali (Yamunotri), Omkareshwar (Kedarnath), and Pandukeshwar (Badrinath).To improve connectivity,…