Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

06 Mar

Alberta pushes back on illegal U.S. tariffs

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Calgary (National Times): Alberta’s government is implementing a proportionate, measured response to U.S. tariffs and taking decisive action on internal trade with free trade and mobility agreements. As part of its non-tariff retaliatory measures, Alberta is altering its procurement practices to ensure Alberta’s government, as well as agencies, school boards, Crown corporations and Alberta municipalities, purchase their goods and services from Alberta companies, Canadian companies or countries with which Canada has a free trade agreement that is being honoured. “I will always put the best interests of Alberta and Albertans first. These non-tariff actions are measured, proportionate and put…

06 Mar

More tax relief on the way for Jasper

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAlberta, Budget 2025, Calgary, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring Jasper residents and businesses are supported as the community recovers from last summer’s wildfire. Since the beginning of the wildfire, more than $178 million has been provided from across the provincial government to support Jasper residents and businesses as the community recovers and rebuilds. Budget 2025, if passed, further supports the province’s commitment to the recovery of the Municipality of Jasper by providing more than $3 million in additional revenue stabilization funding to help compensate for lower municipal revenues, reducing the burden on municipal taxpayers. “As people visit and move back…

06 Mar

Improving safety in combative sport: Minister Schow

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Minister of Tourism and Sport Joseph Schow issued a statement on the recommendations from the public fatality inquiry into the 2017 death of Timothy Hague. “Alberta’s government takes athlete safety incredibly seriously and our thoughts are with Timothy Hague’s family, loved ones and community," Joseph said. “Last fall, I received 14 recommendations that were set out in the Honourable Justice C.J. Sharpe’s report to the Minister of Justice regarding the public fatality inquiry into the death of Timothy Hague. Since then, we have been hard at work meeting with municipal combative sport commissions and related stakeholders to…

05 Mar

In Canada Problems of Punjabis increased , new rules implemented

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Canada ( Rajeev Sharma), March 5, 2025: The problems of Punjabis seem to be increasing. The rules related to visa in Canada have been made more strict, which will affect millions of people from all over India including Punjab. Mostly it will affect the students going to Canada on Study Visa. After the implementation of new strict rules, their permits are being cancelled. 35-40 percent of students who went to Canada on Study Visa are Indians, including a large number of Punjabis. According to the new rules implemented in Canada, now border and immigration officers can cancel temporary residential visas…

05 Mar

Trump Announces ‘Reciprocal Tariffs’; India Faces Key Trade Decision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia-US trade, Modi, Reciprocal Tariffs, Trump

Washington, D.C., March 5, 2025 – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of reciprocal tariffs starting April 2, warning that countries imposing high tariffs on U.S. goods will face equal tariffs in return. This gives India less than four weeks to adjust its customs and duties on U.S. imports or risk a similar tariff hike on Indian exports to America.In response, New Delhi has set up a high-level committee under the Ministry of Commerce to assess the impact of these tariffs. The committee includes officials from key ministries such as agriculture, food processing, heavy industry, and electronics &…

05 Mar

Zelenskyy Seeks Reconciliation with Trump After U.S. Military Aid Suspension

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Kyiv, Ukraine, March 4, 2025 – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed a strong desire to mend ties with the United States following President Donald Trump's decision to pause military assistance to Ukraine. In a public address, Zelenskyy reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to peace negotiations and stressed the critical role of U.S. support in maintaining the country’s sovereignty. Zelenskyy Calls for Constructive Dialogue Describing the recent White House meeting as “regrettable,” Zelenskyy emphasized the need for future cooperation and expressed willingness to negotiate with Russia. He proposed an initial step toward peace—a mutual cessation of hostilities, provided Moscow takes reciprocal actions.…

05 Mar

Jagmeet Singh Urges Lawmaking Before Election Amid National Emergency

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Ottawa, March 5th , 2025 – New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has made it clear that now is not the time for a federal election. Instead, he insists that lawmakers must focus on passing and implementing crucial legislation before Canadians head to the polls. Singh Prioritizes Stability Over Elections With the country facing pressing challenges, Singh argues that political leaders should focus on governance rather than electioneering. His stance comes amid growing uncertainty over the stability of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority Liberal government, which relies on NDP support to pass key policies.In October 2024, Singh voiced concerns…

05 Mar

Trudeau Counters U.S. Tariffs with 25% Levies, Labels Trump’s Move “Idiotic”

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has unleashed a fierce response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, calling it a “trade war” that will boomerang on American households. Speaking Tuesday from Parliament Hill, Trudeau blasted the decision as “downright idiotic,” insisting that Canada—despite its courteous nature—will stand firm when its livelihood is threatened. Trudeau lambasted Trump for attacking “the U.S.’s nearest ally and partner” while forging ties with Vladimir Putin, whom he called a “killer and tyrant.” In a swift counterstrike, Canada will slap 25% tariffs on $155 billion of U.S. imports—starting with $30…

05 Mar

Donald Trump Targets India with Reciprocal Tariffs, Signals Hard Line on Trade

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): President Donald Trump has put India in the crosshairs of his trade war, unveiling reciprocal tariffs set to begin April 2 and dismissing hopes of a deal that might ease New Delhi’s burden. In a Tuesday address to Congress, Trump highlighted India’s steep tariffs—over 100 percent on autos—as evidence of an uneven playing field. “India’s taxing us at 100 percent, and it’s not right—never has been,” Trump asserted. “Come April 2, we’ll hit them back with the same rates. If they use other barriers to shut us out, we’ll mirror that too.” The announcement undercuts optimism sparked…

05 Mar

Ontario’s Ford Drops Starlink, Blocks U.S. Contracts in Trade War Reprisal

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a dramatic escalation of tensions sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade offensive, Ontario Premier Doug Ford has scrapped a Starlink contract with Elon Musk and prohibited all American companies from securing government work in the province. “The contract’s dead—it’s history,” Ford announced decisively. “We won’t do business with anyone aiding or cheering on economic warfare against our province and nation.” He laid the responsibility at Trump’s feet, stating, “This is on their president, plain and simple.” Trump’s trade war has now triggered a backlash that locks U.S. businesses out of Ontario, undermining claims of “winning”…