Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

26 Apr

Jean Chrétien Campaigns for Liberals in Key Ridings Ahead of Canada’s April 28 Election, Boosting Mark Carney’s Bid for Power

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National Times Bureau: In the lead-up to Canada's crucial federal election on April 28, former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien has been an active presence on the campaign trail, stumping for the Liberal Party in an effort to secure victory for Liberal leader Mark Carney. The 91-year-old political heavyweight has been traveling across the country, lending his support to candidates in 30 different electoral districts, with a particular focus on regions where the Liberals face stiff competition from their Conservative rivals.Chrétien, who served as Prime Minister from 1993 to 2003, is widely regarded as one of Canada's most successful and influential…

26 Apr

Man Fatally Shot by Police Outside Toronto Pearson Airport; Investigation Underway

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Toronto (National Times Bureau): A police-involved shooting outside Toronto Pearson International Airport's Terminal 1 on April 24, 2025, resulted in the death of a 30-year-old man. The incident occurred just before 7 a.m. when Peel Regional Police responded to a report of a man in distress in an SUV near the terminal.Upon approaching the vehicle, the man allegedly brandished a firearm, prompting three officers to discharge their weapons. Despite being transported to the hospital, the man succumbed to his injuries. Fortunately, no officers were injured during the exchange.The Ontario Special Investigations Unit (SIU), which handles incidents involving police that lead…

26 Apr

Amit Shah Chairs Key Meeting on Suspended Indus Waters Treaty Amid Rising Tensions with Pakistan

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New Delhi, April 25, 2025: India has officially suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, following a meeting chaired by the country's Home Minister. The move comes in the wake of a deadly terrorist attack near Pahalgam town in Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people, including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen. This escalation has prompted the Indian government to reconsider its water-sharing agreement with Pakistan, which has been in place since 1960.The Indus Waters Treaty, signed after nine years of negotiations, has served as a framework for water distribution between the two countries. It allocates the…

26 Apr

Pakistan Offers to Join ‘Neutral Probe’ Into Pahalgam Attack, Says PM Shehbaz Sharif

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ISLAMABAD (National Times)– Amid heightened tensions with India following the devastating terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that Islamabad is willing to participate in a neutral and transparent investigation into the incident that left 26 people dead. “Pakistan is open to participating in any neutral, transparent, and credible investigation,” Sharif said while addressing a military academy event in Abbottabad. His remarks appear aimed at easing diplomatic tensions as India has accused Pakistani elements of playing a role in the April 22 attack near Baisaran. Despite offering cooperation, Sharif also sent a strong…

26 Apr

26/11 Accused Tahawwur Rana Denies Involvement, Blames David Headley During Crime Branch Interrogation

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Mumbai (National Times): Tahawwur Rana, one of the key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has denied any involvement in the horrific assault during his interrogation by the Mumbai Crime Branch, according to sources familiar with the probe. Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian national currently in India following his extradition from the United States, reportedly shifted the blame to his longtime friend and co-accused, David Coleman Headley. During questioning, Rana claimed he had "no links whatsoever" to the deadly 26/11 attacks that killed over 160 people and injured hundreds across Mumbai. Instead, he accused Headley — a U.S. national who…

26 Apr

Bilawal Bhutto Issues Threat Over Indus Waters Treaty Freeze: ‘Either Our Water Will Flow, Or Their Blood’

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Islamabad/New Delhi (National Times): As diplomatic tensions flare between India and Pakistan following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has made a fiery and provocative statement. "The Indus is ours and will remain ours. Either our water will flow through it, or their blood will," Bhutto declared, sparking fresh concerns over escalating hostilities between the two nations. His remarks come in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 civilian lives and has led to a sharp deterioration in Indo-Pak ties. India has responded with a…

26 Apr

Pakistan Breaches Ceasefire Again Along LoC Amid Rising Tensions Post Pahalgam Attack

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New Delhi (National Times): In a fresh provocation, Pakistani troops once again violated the ceasefire agreement by opening unprovoked fire at Indian positions along the Line of Control (LoC) during the night of April 25–26. The incident comes just days after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that left 26 civilians dead, heightening tensions between the two neighboring nations. This marks the second consecutive night of such firing by Pakistan, with Indian military sources suggesting an attempt to test the preparedness of Indian troops. According to an official statement from the Indian Army: "On the night of…

26 Apr

Meet Punjab-based Gurleen Chandi, Running as MP Candidate from Edmonton Southeast

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): In a promising new chapter for representation and grassroots politics in Alberta, Gurleen Chandi, a Punjab-born tech professional-turned-leader, is contesting as a Member of Parliament (MP) candidate from Edmonton Southeast. With a rich background in technology and a deep understanding of everyday challenges faced by citizens, Chandi brings a fresh perspective to the political landscape. Born in Punjab and having moved to Canada in November 2011, Chandi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Thompson Rivers University in British Columbia. Since 2012, she has been building her career in the IT sector, working with high-profile clients…

25 Apr

BJP Returns to MCD Helm as Raja Iqbal Singh Becomes New Delhi Mayor; AAP Boycotts Polls

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New Delhi (National Times): In a major political shift in Delhi's civic landscape, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reclaimed its hold over the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), with Raja Iqbal Singh elected Mayor following a commanding victory. With 133 out of 142 votes in his favor, Singh outpaced Congress’ Mandeep Singh, who garnered a mere 8 votes, while one vote was invalidated. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) boycotted the elections altogether, accusing the BJP of subverting democratic norms and stating that the saffron party should now "rule Delhi without any excuses." With AAP absent and Congress lacking numbers,…

25 Apr

Canada Votes, But Not for the Prime Minister: How the System Works

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Ontario, April 25: As Canada gears up for its federal election on April 28, many first-time voters—and a good number of observers abroad—are surprised to learn they won’t actually be voting for the country’s Prime Minister. At least, not directly.Unlike the U.S. presidential system, where citizens vote for a head of state, Canada’s parliamentary democracy works differently. Voters cast a ballot not for a national leader, but for a local Member of Parliament (MP) in their riding. That MP’s party—if it wins the most seats in the House of Commons—then gets the chance to form a government. The party leader…