Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

23 Jul

Bank of Canada Ordered Again to Stop Using Replacement Workers During Security Officer Strike

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Canada Industrial Relations Board has issued a second ruling directing the Bank of Canada to immediately cease deploying third-party contract workers during an ongoing strike by its security personnel. In a decision released by the federal labour board, the central bank was found to have violated the Canada Labour Code by engaging contractors from Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations to perform security duties at its facilities while regular staff remain on the picket line. The ruling follows a similar finding by the board earlier in the month, which determined that the central bank breached federal labour legislation…

23 Jul

Three Canadian Army Members Injured in 20-Metre Crevasse Fall During Columbia Icefield Glacier Training

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAthabasca Glacier fall, Canadian Armed Forces, Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre

Columbia Icefield (Rajeev Sharma): Three members of the Canadian Armed Forces sustained injuries following a 20-metre fall into a crevasse during a mountain training exercise on the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield. The incident occurred while a three-person rope team, operating as part of the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre, was navigating a complex terrain course designed to build specialized crevasse rescue capabilities in high-risk environments. Emergency protocol and rapid recovery procedures were initiated immediately following the fall, enabled by qualified rescue personnel embedded directly within the training exercise. Following the initial extraction from the crevasse, air ambulance services…

23 Jul

Joint Police Operation Seizes $139 Million in Illicit Drugs and Weapons Across Ontario

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): A multi-jurisdictional cross-border investigation initiated by the Windsor Police Service has culminated in one of the largest drug seizures in Ontario history, taking nearly 1.7 tonnes of illegal narcotics and multiple firearms off the streets. The joint enforcement initiative, designated Project Bay, resulted in charges against 21 individuals facing 102 total offences under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Authorities confirmed that 19 of the accused have been taken into custody, while active arrest warrants remain outstanding for two individuals. The law enforcement effort involved a coordinated coalition including the Ontario Provincial Police,…

22 Jul

PM Mark Carney Rallies Premiers Against U.S. Tariffs, Vows to Protect Canadian Jobs and Economy

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sherma): Prime Minister Mark Carney convened a virtual meeting with Canada’s provincial and territorial premiers today to discuss the latest wave of unilateral U.S. trade actions, including tariffs that Canada says violate the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). The meeting comes amid growing concerns over the impact of the trade dispute on Canadian workers, businesses, farmers, and exporters. During the meeting, Carney reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to free and fair trade while emphasizing that his government has expanded Canada’s global economic reach by signing more than 20 new economic and security partnerships. He outlined Ottawa’s ongoing response to the U.S.…

22 Jul

Renowned Sufi Singer Sagar Bhatia to Headline Grand Qawwali Night in Coquitlam on August 9

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada

Coquitlam, B.C. (Richa Walia): Mason Entertainment, in collaboration with the local Indo-Canadian community, is set to present a spectacular Qawwali Night on August 9 at the Great Canadian Casino, Coquitlam. The event has generated considerable excitement among music enthusiasts across British Columbia, with organizers anticipating a capacity audience for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of Sufi music and cultural celebration. Addressing to media, event organizers Akash, Pranav, Jatinder Sodhi, Mukul, and Bhanu announced that acclaimed Bollywood playback singer and celebrated Sufi artist Sagar Bhatia will be travelling from New Delhi, India, to headline the event. Widely recognized for…

22 Jul

Nuclear Threat Looms as US Pounds Iran for 11th Consecutive Night; War Cost Crosses Rs 3.2 Lakh Crore

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified further after American forces launched another series of coordinated air and missile strikes on multiple Iranian locations early Wednesday, extending their military campaign into an 11th straight night. Alongside the fresh offensive, US President Donald Trump warned that Washington could soon target one of Iran's suspected underground nuclear facilities, raising fears of a dangerous new phase in the conflict. Iranian authorities reported that the latest attacks struck the cities of Chabahar, Konarak, Tabriz, Behbahan and Omidiyeh, with several military-related sites believed to have been hit. The overnight operation…

22 Jul

Rahul Gandhi’s Surprise PM Residence Protest Sparks Debate Over Congress Strategy Amid Student Unrest

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s unexpected demonstration outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence has added a fresh political dimension to the ongoing nationwide protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. The move has also fuelled speculation over whether the Congress is attempting to emerge as the principal political face of the student agitation, which has largely been driven by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). On July 21, Rahul Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several senior party leaders marched towards the Prime Minister’s residence and staged a sit-in demanding accountability over the police action…

22 Jul

Monsoon Continues to Lash Himachal; Schools Closed in Parts of Kullu as Heavy Rain Triggers Landslides

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Heavy monsoon showers continued to impact several parts of Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday, disrupting normal life and prompting the administration to shut schools in vulnerable areas of Kullu district. Continuous rainfall since late Monday night has triggered landslides at multiple locations, affecting road connectivity and raising safety concerns. As a precaution, the Kullu district administration announced the closure of all educational institutions in the Ani, Banjar and Nirmand subdivisions for July 22. Officials said the decision was taken after heavy rainfall increased the possibility of landslides and road blockages in these hilly regions. The India Meteorological Department…

22 Jul

Canada’s Premiers Gather in Prince Edward Island Amid Trade Concerns and Economic Challenges

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Charlottetown (Rajeev Sharma): Prince Edward Island Premier Rob Lantz has welcomed Canada's provincial and territorial leaders to Charlottetown for the 2026 Council of the Federation (COF) Summer Meeting, saying the gathering comes at a crucial time as the country faces fresh economic uncertainty and rising concerns over affordability. In a statement issued ahead of the meeting, Lantz said the recent announcement of new tariffs by the United States underscores the need for provincial and federal governments to work closely together to protect Canadian businesses, workers and the broader economy. Serving as Chair of this year's Council of the Federation, Lantz…

22 Jul

Chandigarh Reviews Progress of Digital Land Projects to Strengthen Property Governance

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Chandigarh Administration has stepped up efforts to modernise land administration, with Chief Secretary H. Rajesh Prasad reviewing the progress of the ambitious Landstack Project and the NAKSHA Pilot Programme during a high-level meeting held on Monday. The review meeting brought together senior officials, including Home Secretary Mandip Singh Brar, Finance Secretary Diprava Lakra, Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar, Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav, representatives of the National Informatics Centre (NIC), and officers from various departments associated with the projects. During the meeting, officials presented updates on the digitisation of land records, GIS-based mapping of land parcels, verification…