Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

30 Jul

Trump Escalates Trade Row with Canada Over Access to Alcohol Market

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has escalated his trade dispute with Canada, accusing provincial governments of unfairly restricting the sale of American alcoholic beverages. The White House claims that several Canadian provinces use government-controlled liquor outlets to effectively shut out US beer, wine, and spirits from retail shelves, putting American producers at a severe disadvantage. The accusation brings renewed focus to a long-standing friction point between the two trading partners, where provincial distribution systems heavily regulate alcohol sales and market access. According to reports, the restrictions imposed by Canadian provincial liquor boards have severely constrained market opportunities for…

30 Jul

Canada Deports 10,607 People in First Half of 2026 as Immigration Enforcement Intensifies

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has confirmed that 10,607 individuals were removed from Canada between January 1 and June 30, 2026, as the federal government continues to strengthen immigration enforcement across the country. The figures are published in the CBSA’s official “Immigration Removal Statistics – 2026” report, which provides monthly and annual data on immigration removals. According to the report, Indian nationals accounted for the highest number of removals, with 3,323 people deported, followed by Mexico (1,573), Haiti (431), the United States (372), and Colombia (354). The data further reveals that 8,551 of those removed were…

30 Jul

US Court Sentences Indian National Mitul Patel in Staged Robbery and Visa Fraud Scheme

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Boston (Rajeev Sharma): A United States District Court judge in Boston sentenced 40-year-old Indian national Mitul Patel to one day in prison, a 1,000 USD fine, and ordered his removal from the country after he pleaded guilty to visa fraud and conspiracy charges. Patel, a resident of Worcester, Massachusetts, admitted to participating in a widespread scheme to stage fake armed robberies at convenience stores and fast-food outlets to illegally secure non-immigrant visas. According to court filings and charging documents, the fraudulent operation began in March 2023 under the direction of co-conspirator Rambhai Patel. The group carried out staged armed robberies…

30 Jul

Calgary Police Confirm Body of Child Located in Underground Pipe Network Believed to Be Missing 11-Year-Old Parker

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CALGARY (Rajeev Sharma): The 13-day search for 11-year-old Parker has come to a heartbreaking conclusion after search teams located the body of a child in an underground drainage pipe network in Calgary. Recovery operations were launched immediately, though significant effort is required to access the area and formally confirm the child's identity. While formal identification procedures remain underway, authorities strongly believe the deceased is Parker. Investigators believe Parker entered a deep culvert in a green space along the west side of Deerfoot Trail, traveling through a complex underground tunnel network before coming to rest in a small pipe on the…

29 Jul

Five Arrested in Thailand for Abducting Three Indian Tourists in Pattaya Ransom Plot

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Thailand (Rajeev Sharma): Thailand Law enforcement agencies have arrested five individuals, including two residents from Punjab's Jalandhar and Amritsar districts, for their involvement in the abduction, illegal confinement, and extortion of three young Indian tourists. The victims, aged between 23 and 26, were reportedly enticed to travel to Thailand through a fraudulent low-cost holiday package before being taken hostage in a residential property in Pattaya. The arrested suspects have been identified by authorities as Avtar Singh (38) from Jalandhar, Jagjit Singh (38) from Amritsar, Rambalak Kumar (28) from Bihar, Sukhbir Singh (37), and Kulra Singh (27). Representative leaders from the…

29 Jul

Assam Flood Crisis: Death Toll Reaches 75 as Government Unveils Expanded Relief Package

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Guwahati: (Rajeev Sharma) Assam's flood emergency has claimed 75 lives, with seven additional deaths reported from Sivasagar district, even as the overall flood situation has shown signs of improvement. In response, the state government has announced enhanced compensation, financial aid for affected families, and special assistance for students whose education has been disrupted. Data released by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) shows that the number of people affected by the floods has declined to nearly 3.32 lakh across seven districts, compared to 4.45 lakh a day earlier. However, large areas remain submerged, and thousands of residents continue to…

29 Jul

Monsoon to Stay Active in Himachal; IMD Issues Rain Alerts, Advises Public to Avoid Rivers and Landslide-Prone Areas

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness another spell of widespread monsoon activity over the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall across several districts. Orange and Yellow alerts have been issued, while residents and tourists have been advised to remain cautious as the risk of flash floods and landslides persists.According to the weather department, Sirmaur district will remain under an Orange Alert on Wednesday due to the possibility of very heavy rainfall. A Yellow Alert has also been sounded for Chamba, Kullu, Solan, and Shimla, where moderate to heavy showers are likely.The forecast…

29 Jul

Heavy Rain Alert Prompts Closure of Schools, Colleges in Himachal’s Nahan Subdivision

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Nahan (Rajeev Sharma): With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting intense rainfall across parts of Himachal Pradesh, the district administration has announced the closure of all educational institutions in the Nahan subdivision of Sirmaur district on Wednesday as a precautionary measure. The Meteorological Centre in Shimla has placed Sirmaur under an Orange Alert, warning of heavy to extremely heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and the possibility of flash floods and landslides. Officials said the weather conditions could pose risks to public safety and disrupt transportation. Acting on the forecast, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Rajiv Sankhyan issued an order directing all government and…

29 Jul

Powerful Earthquake in Japan Leaves 13 Dead, Widespread Damage Reported

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Tokyo (Rajeev Sharma): A powerful earthquake that struck southwestern Japan has claimed at least 13 lives, triggering widespread destruction, disrupting infrastructure, and prompting a large-scale emergency response. The 7.1-magnitude quake, which hit on Tuesday afternoon, caused buildings to collapse, sparked fires, and forced thousands of households into darkness. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed the death toll on Wednesday as rescue teams continued searching for survivors in the worst-affected areas. One of the most severe incidents occurred at a shopping mall in Kashima, where a suspected gas explosion caused significant structural damage after the building had been evacuated. According to…

29 Jul

Commonwealth Games 2026: Gulveer Singh Shines With Historic Silver as India Secures 12th Medal

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Glasgow (Rajeev Sharma): India enjoyed another memorable day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with long-distance runner Gulveer Singh producing a remarkable performance to win a silver medal in the men's 10,000m event. His podium finish added another chapter to India's athletics success and helped the country's medal tally climb to 12. Gulveer crossed the finish line in 27:49.78, finishing behind Australia's Ky Robinson, who claimed the gold medal. David Mullarkey of the Isle of Man secured the bronze after completing the race in third place. Gulveer's achievement is being hailed as one of India's finest performances in long-distance running at…