Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

20 May

UK Court Sends Punjabi-Origin Driver to Prison for Deadly Birmingham Crash

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Britain (Rajeev Sharma): A Punjabi-origin man has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison by a UK court after being found guilty in a fatal hit-and-run case that claimed one life and left another person with severe injuries in Birmingham. Harinderpal Athwal, 41, was convicted for the December 16 collision on Soho Road, where he drove his car onto the pavement and struck a married couple before fleeing the area. Investigators said Athwal had been driving from Birmingham city centre when he suddenly lost control, crossed into oncoming traffic and mounted the footpath. His vehicle hit a 54-year-old…

20 May

Fresh Report Reveals Major US Air Losses in Iran Campaign, Cost of Operation Soars

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Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh assessment has revealed that the United States suffered substantial aerial setbacks during its military offensive against Iran, with dozens of aircraft reportedly damaged or destroyed during the months-long operation. According to a report prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS), at least 42 American aircraft were lost or severely affected during Operation Epic Fury, which began on February 28 as part of a large-scale offensive targeting Iranian military infrastructure. The reported losses include some of the US military’s most advanced assets. These range from four F-15E Strike Eagle combat aircraft and an F-35A stealth fighter…

20 May

Premanand Maharaj Temporarily Suspends Daily Padyatra And Public Discourses Due To Health Issues; Ashram Urges Devotees Not To Gather

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Vrindavan (Gurpreet Singh): Revered spiritual preacher and devotional leader Premanand Maharaj has indefinitely suspended his daily early morning padyatra (foot march) and public ekantik varta sessions due to health concerns, according to people associated with the ashram. As per representatives and devotees connected with Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Ashram, Maharaj Ji is currently under medical supervision and has been advised complete rest by doctors. The ashram administration stated that his health condition requires proper care, limited public interaction, and uninterrupted recovery time. The daily padyatra of Premanand Maharaj had become a major spiritual attraction in Vrindavan, with thousands of…

20 May

Donald Trump Signals Quick End to Conflict, Predicts Sharp Fall in Global Oil Prices

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that the ongoing conflict in West Asia could come to an end soon, while also predicting a major drop in global oil prices in the coming period. Speaking to reporters, Trump said efforts to resolve the crisis were moving rapidly and suggested that parties involved were eager to reach an agreement. He indicated that discussions were progressing positively and claimed that a breakthrough could be closer than expected. The US President also made a strong prediction regarding energy markets, saying oil prices would likely witness a sharp decline once tensions…

19 May

‘Human safety first’: Supreme Court supports euthanasia of rabid stray dogs

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Rajeev Sharma :- The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to relax its earlier direction regarding the removal of stray dogs from public institutions and crowded public places, stressing that the safety of citizens cannot be compromised. The court maintained that authorities must act firmly in dealing with stray dog threats, particularly in cases involving aggressive or rabid animals. A Bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath, Justice Sandeep Mehta and Justice NV Anjaria observed that the judiciary could not ignore the growing number of dog attack incidents being reported from across the country. The judges said governments have a constitutional responsibility to…

19 May

Iran Weighs Multi-Million Reward Proposal Targeting Trump and Netanyahu

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Iran (Rajeev Sharma): Tensions in West Asia have escalated further after reports emerged that Iran’s parliament is considering legislation that would place a massive financial reward on the assassination of US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to international media reports, senior Iranian lawmakers are preparing a proposal that would authorise a payment of 50 million euros — roughly 58 million US dollars — to any person or group responsible for killing the two leaders. The proposed legislation, reportedly titled Counter-Action by the Military and Security Forces of the Islamic Republic, is expected to be presented…

19 May

Fresh Allegations Surface in Twisha Sharma Death Case as Family Dispute Intensifies

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Noida (Rajeev Sharma): The mystery surrounding the death of former beauty queen and actor Twisha Sharma continues to deepen, with fresh claims and counterclaims emerging from both families as investigators probe the circumstances of her death in Bhopal. Twisha, 33, was found dead at her residence in the Katara Hills locality on May 12. Her death is being examined under allegations of dowry harassment after her father accused her husband Samarth and mother-in-law Giribala Singh of subjecting her to sustained mental pressure. In a recent media interaction, Giribala Singh rejected the allegations and instead presented a different account of Twisha’s…

19 May

Diplomatic Push Delays US Strike on Iran as Donald Trump Hints at Possible Agreement

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): A planned American military operation against Iran has been temporarily shelved after urgent diplomatic intervention by key West Asian allies, with US President Donald Trump suggesting that negotiations with Tehran may be nearing a crucial breakthrough. Trump disclosed that Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed had appealed for a short delay, arguing that fresh diplomatic efforts were showing significant promise. The US President said military preparations had been in advanced stages for a major strike expected this week, but Washington decided to…

19 May

Petrol, Diesel Rates Revised Upward Again Amid Global Oil Market Pressure

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Consumers across India woke up to another increase in petrol and diesel prices on Tuesday as state-owned fuel retailers announced a fresh revision, marking the second upward adjustment within a week. The latest increase of nearly 90 paise per litre (Diesel prices increased by 91 paise per litre and petrol by 87 paise per litre) has taken petrol prices in Delhi to ₹98.64 per litre, while diesel now costs ₹91.58, adding further pressure on household budgets and transport costs. The revision follows Friday’s ₹3-per-litre hike, which ended a long freeze on fuel prices that had remained…

18 May

Rupee falls to record low of 96.25 against US dollar amid rising crude oil prices

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Rajeev Sharma :- The Indian rupee opened lower on Monday and touched a fresh record low of 96.25 against the US dollar during early trading. The fall came as rising crude oil prices, global uncertainty and a strong US dollar continued to put pressure on the domestic currency. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee started trading at 96.19 per dollar and later slipped further to 96.25, down by 44 paise compared to its previous close. On Friday, the rupee had already crossed the 96-per-dollar mark during trading before ending the session at a record closing low of 95.81…