Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

25 Sep

Heavy Rain Triggers Landslide in Sikkim’s Rimbi, Several Houses Damaged

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Sikkim (Rajeev Sharma): A landslide triggered by intense and persistent rainfall caused significant damage in Rimbi village of Sikkim’s Gyalshing district, officials said on Friday. The incident took place late Thursday night after heavy rain continued in the area, leading to a landslide that affected residential properties and other structures in the village. Several houses were either destroyed or suffered extensive damage, with government accommodation also among the affected buildings. Despite the scale of the destruction, officials confirmed that no deaths have been reported so far. The latest incident has raised concerns over the impact of continuing heavy rainfall in…

25 Sep

Asian Games 2026: Kamaljeet and Suruchi Claim Shooting Gold as India Enjoy Strong Day in Nagoya

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India produced a strong set of performances at the 2026 Asian Games on Friday, with shooters Kamaljeet and Suruchi Singh leading the way by securing gold in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. The Indian pair bounced back from their individual disappointments to deliver a composed display in the mixed team competition. They finished with 484.6 points in the final, comfortably ahead of South Korea’s Suhyeon Hong and Gaeun Choo, who settled for silver with 478.0. Iran completed the podium with the bronze medal. The result gave Kamaljeet and Suruchi a memorable turnaround after neither…

25 Sep

Alberta Expands Genome Alberta Program to Build Life Sciences Workforce

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is increasing its investment in a program designed to give recent graduates practical experience while helping biotechnology companies find skilled workers. The provincial government is providing an additional $1 million between 2026 and 2029 to expand Genome Alberta’s work placement program. The investment is expected to create about 20 one-year placements involving 18 to 20 small and medium-sized businesses across the province. The initiative is aimed at graduates looking to establish careers in Alberta’s growing life sciences industry. Participants will have opportunities to develop practical skills in areas including bioinformatics, big data and business development, while…

25 Sep

Alberta Marks Provincial Hunting Day With Focus on Conservation and Responsible Stewardship

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is marking Provincial Hunting Day by highlighting the role of hunters in wildlife management, conservation and the responsible use of the province’s natural landscapes. In a statement issued Sept. 24, Forestry and Parks Minister Todd Loewen said the annual observance provides an opportunity to recognize Albertans involved in hunting while emphasizing the importance of protecting wildlife and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Loewen pointed to Alberta’s diverse wildlife populations and said long-term conservation depends on continued efforts backed by science, responsible management and participation from communities across the province. According to the minister, hunters contribute to that work…

25 Sep

Alberta Announces Four Judicial Appointments to Expand Court Capacity

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is adding four new judicial appointments as the province moves to increase court capacity and improve access to justice across several regions. The provincial government announced that Marie Strauss, KC, will join the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta as an applications judge, while Jean-Pascal Siewe, Christian Banks and Timothy Burnham will become justices of the Alberta Court of Justice. The appointments are expected to strengthen court resources in Edmonton, Calgary and northern Alberta, with officials linking the changes to efforts to support timely court proceedings and public safety. “Marie Strauss, KC, Jean-Pascal Siewe, Christian Banks…

25 Sep

Alberta Expands Gambling Addiction Support With $2.4 Million Treatment Investment

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Albertans dealing with gambling addiction will have access to expanded treatment and recovery services following a new provincial funding commitment aimed at improving access to specialized care. The Alberta government announced approximately $2.4 million in funding for Brick House Recovery Centre, which will use the investment to expand outpatient and online services for people experiencing gambling-related problems. Gambling addiction can affect far more than a person’s finances. It can contribute to difficulties involving mental health, family relationships, employment and overall stability. The province says the expanded services are intended to provide free, recovery-focused assistance to both individuals…

25 Sep

MARK CARNEY PREPARED FOR EXTREME RISK OF U.S. MILITARY ACTION AGAINST CANADA

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney says his government has considered the possibility of U.S. military action against Canada, describing it as an “extreme tail risk” that had to be examined as part of responsible national security planning. In an interview, Carney said such a scenario was not the expected outcome, but argued that governments have a responsibility to consider even highly unlikely risks. “I think you have a responsibility in these roles to look at extreme tail risk,” Carney said, describing the assessment as part of normal risk management. The comments come amid continuing tensions between Ottawa and…

24 Sep

Pakistan Confirms Fresh Airstrikes in Afghanistan as Border Tensions Intensify

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Kandahar (Rajeev Sharma): Pakistan has acknowledged carrying out a new round of air and drone attacks inside Afghanistan, with reports indicating that the southern city of Kandahar was among the areas hit during an overnight operation. The strikes mark another sharp escalation between the two neighbouring countries, which have been locked in a growing dispute over militant activity and cross-border attacks. Residents in Kandahar reported hearing aircraft overhead before a powerful blast shook the city. A fire was subsequently seen in the area, although details about the extent of the damage remained limited. Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said the…

24 Sep

Jharkhand Minister’s Daughter Among Four Killed in Jamshedpur Road Accident

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Jamshedpur (Rajeev Sharma): Four people, including the daughter of Jharkhand Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Dipika Pandey Singh, were killed after the car they were travelling in collided with a stationary truck in Jamshedpur, police said. The crash took place in the early hours of Thursday on Marine Drive Road, within the Sonari police station area. The vehicle reportedly struck the parked truck, resulting in multiple fatalities. Police confirmed that the minister’s daughter was among those who died in the accident. Authorities have not yet released further details about the identities of the other victims or the circumstances that…

24 Sep

Alberta Seeks Student Input on Campus Life, Free Expression and Conduct Policies

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is inviting current post-secondary students and recent graduates to take part in a focus group as it reviews recommendations concerning funding, competitiveness and the student experience at publicly funded institutions. The initiative will gather perspectives from students on issues including campus learning environments, freedom of expression, institutional neutrality and student conduct procedures. Students will have an opportunity to discuss whether they feel comfortable raising questions and expressing different viewpoints in classrooms and during academic activities. The sessions will also explore students’ exposure to a variety of ideas and perspectives across courses and campus communities. Another…