Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

29 Apr

Canada Elections 2025: Mark Carney Leads Liberals to Victory, Jagmeet Singh Resigns

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Mark Carney’s Liberal Party is set to form a minority government after a high-stakes federal election shaped largely by escalating tensions with the United States. Roughly 28 million Canadians cast their ballots Monday, facing one of the most consequential votes in recent history. Carney, a former central banker turned political leader, steered the Liberals to victory with a campaign promising economic stability amid President Donald Trump's ongoing tariff war. The Liberals’ surprising comeback derailed Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s hopes of seizing power. In a parallel political development, New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has stepped down.…

29 Apr

Mark Carney Leads Liberals to Minority Victory Amid Rising Canadian Nationalism and Trump Tensions

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma) : Mark Carney has led the Liberal Party to a narrow but decisive minority government win in Canada’s federal election, defeating Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives in a campaign dominated by issues like affordability, tariffs, and threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.CTV News declared the Liberals victorious late Monday night after projections showed they had won or were leading in 156 of the 343 ridings. Conservatives secured 144 seats, falling short once again of forming government. A party requires 172 seats for a majority.This marks the fourth straight federal defeat for the Conservatives and cements a decade-long rule for…

29 Apr

Mark Carney’s Liberals Edge Ahead as Canadians Vote Amid Trump’s Provocations

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadians cast their votes on Monday to choose their next Prime Minister in a highly charged election overshadowed by US President Donald Trump's renewed trade war rhetoric and annexation threats. As polls closed nationwide, early projections indicated the Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, gaining a slight edge over Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives.According to the CBC’s latest projections, the Liberals have secured 23 seats and are leading in 85 others. In comparison, the Conservatives have won 11 seats and are ahead in 81 others. Meanwhile, the Bloc Québécois is leading on 16 seats and the New…

29 Apr

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi creates history, becomes youngest player to score century in IPL

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Jaipur ( Rajeev Sharma)– In a landmark moment for cricket, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name into the record books by becoming the youngest player ever to score a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and in men’s T20 cricket.Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Suryavanshi smashed a sensational 101 off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. His blistering knock included 11 sixes and 7 fours, with 94 of his runs coming from boundaries. Remarkably, he brought up his century in only 35 balls, marking it as the second-fastest hundred in IPL history and the fastest…

28 Apr

Owaisi Slams Shahid Afridi Over Pahalgam Attack Remark, Calls for Tougher International Action on Pakistan

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New Delhi, April 29, 2025: All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi has sharply criticised former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi for his comments blaming the Indian Army following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Speaking to the media, Owaisi called Afridi a "joker" and dismissed his allegations against Indian forces, stating that Pakistan itself must be held accountable for supporting terrorism.Shahid Afridi, during a Pakistani TV show on Samaa TV, had remarked that the terror attack in Pahalgam, which killed 26 civilians and injured several others, exposed the inefficiency of India’s 800,000-strong security forces deployed in Kashmir. "You have an 800,000-strong…

28 Apr

Supreme Court Allows Ranveer Allahbadia to Reclaim Passport After ‘India’s Got Latent’ Controversy

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New Delhi, April 29, 2025 – The Supreme Court of India on Monday allowed podcaster and content creator Ranveer Allahbadia to recover his passport, granting him permission to travel abroad for professional purposes after the conclusion of investigations linked to multiple FIRs filed against him over controversial remarks made during a YouTube show.A bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh directed Allahbadia to apply to the Maharashtra Cyber Crime Bureau, which would release his passport under reasonable conditions. The court emphasized that Allahbadia must comply with any future summons if required by the investigating authorities.The FIRs were lodged…

28 Apr

Putin Announces 72-Hour Ceasefire in Ukraine to Mark 80th Anniversary of WWII Victory

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Moscow, April 28, 2025 – Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a unilateral three-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 7 to May 10 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. The Kremlin described the move as a "humanitarian gesture," offering an opportunity for peace talks without preconditions, according to several international reports.However, Ukraine has responded with deep skepticism. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha dismissed the 72-hour ceasefire as a mere "simulacrum" and reiterated Kyiv’s demand for a full, long-term cessation of hostilities. Sybiha emphasized that true peace would require a…

28 Apr

Over 1,000 Indians Return from Pakistan via Wagah Border Amid Rising Tensions

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Amritsar, April 28, 2025 – More than 1,000 Indian nationals have returned from Pakistan through the Wagah border over the last six days, following the Indian government's directive to short-term visa holders to exit Pakistan promptly.According to officials, 1,098 Indians have crossed back into India through the Attari-Wagah border between April 23 and April 28. On Monday alone, 178 Indian nationals arrived via the Integrated Check Post (ICP) Attari. This movement comes in the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians.The Ministry of Home Affairs had issued…

28 Apr

Death Toll Rises to 11 in Vancouver Festival Tragedy; Suspect Charged with Murder

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Vancouver, April 28, 2025 – Tragedy struck the city of Vancouver during a Filipino heritage street festival on Saturday night when a car plowed into a crowd, killing 11 people and injuring dozens more. The death toll has risen from the initial count of nine, according to a report by CNN.Festival attendees immediately helped subdue the suspect, identified as 30-year-old Kai-Ji Adam Lo, who reportedly has a documented history of mental health-related encounters with law enforcement. Vancouver Police announced late Sunday that Lo has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder, with further charges expected as the investigation proceeds.Authorities…

28 Apr

Canada Federal Election 2025: Record 72 South Asian Candidates, Punjabi Representation Shines Bright

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): As Canadians head to the polls today, a record 72 South Asian candidates, including a notably strong contingent of Punjabi-origin hopefuls, are contesting across 37 ridings nationwide, reflecting the community’s surging political presence. This year's candidates span the country, with 32 from Ontario, 24 from British Columbia, 15 from Alberta, and one from Quebec. They represent a spectrum of political parties: Conservatives (29), Liberals (21), NDP (11), Green Party (4), and People’s Party of Canada (PPC) (7). Political observers predict that between 15 to 24 South Asian candidates could win seats, potentially surpassing the milestone set in…