Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

08 Feb

Canadian Police Sergeant Temporarily Demoted Over Participation in Pro-Khalistan Protest Outside Hindu Temple

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Arbitration Ruling Sparks Anger Within Hindu Community National Times Bureau :- A Canadian police officer who took part in a pro-Khalistan protest outside a Hindu temple in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has been temporarily demoted but will regain his rank and full pay after six months, a decision that has triggered strong reactions from the Hindu community. Peel Regional Police (PRP) Sergeant Harinder Sohi was among the participants at a protest organised by the separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) outside the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton in November 2024. The protest later turned violent, with some demonstrators allegedly…

08 Feb

Heroine worth Rs 125 crore seized near Indo-Pak border in Amritsar; ammunition also recovered

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab police in joint operation with the Border Security Force (BSF) recovered a large quantity of heroin and weapons near Indo-Pak border in Amritsar. The recovered heroine has been allegedly smuggled from Pakistan which is estimated to be worth around Rs 125 crore in the international market. According to officials, security agencies had received credible information about drug and arms smuggling in the border area. Acting on this tip-off, Amritsar Rural Police and BSF jointly raided a suspicious house in Ghuman village. During the search, more than 25 kilograms of heroin was recovered from inside the…

08 Feb

Prince Albert Store Altercation Under Probe After Security Guard Suspended

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Saskatchewan (Rajeev Sharma): Police in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, are examining a controversial incident at a local retail outlet after a private security guard was filmed striking a woman during a confrontation that allegedly involved racist abuse. The video, which has spread widely on social media, has reignited debate around racism, religious sensitivity, and the use of force by security personnel in Canada. The incident unfolded during a dispute inside the store, where the guard reportedly questioned the woman over her conduct with store merchandise. What began as a verbal disagreement quickly escalated. In the footage, the woman is heard shouting…

08 Feb

T20 World Cup 2026 Uncertainty Grows as Bangladesh and Pakistan Hold Emergency Talks in Lahore

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Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Uncertainty continues to cloud the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after Bangladesh stepped into the ongoing standoff between Pakistan and the ICC, with senior officials rushing to defuse the situation. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam Bulbul has arrived in Lahore to hold urgent discussions with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) leaders, sources confirmed. The controversy traces back to Bangladesh’s refusal to travel to India for its scheduled group matches, citing safety concerns. Supported by the country’s interim administration, the BCB formally sought a shift of its fixtures to Sri Lanka, one of the tournament’s joint…

08 Feb

INS SUDARSHINI CONCLUDES FIRST PORT CALL OF LOKAYAN 26, STRENGTHENING INDIA–OMAN MARITIME TIES

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Salalah (Rajeev Sharma): The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini successfully concluded her first port call at Salalah, Oman, on 05 Feb 2026. The visit marked a key milestone in the ship’s ambitious ten-month trans-oceanic voyage, Lokayan 26, aimed at showcasing India’s rich maritime heritage and the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (The World is One Family) across the globe. During the visit, the Commanding Officer of INS Sudarshini interacted with Captain Mohammad Al Ghailani, Southern Naval Area Commander of the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO), and Captain Mohammad Al Mahari, Commanding Officer of Royal Navy of Oman Vessel Al…

08 Feb

Delhi Breathes Slightly Easier, But Pollution Levels Remain a Concern

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Air quality in the capital showed a mild improvement on Sunday morning, offering residents a brief respite from the choking conditions of recent days. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 196 at 7 am, placing it in the ‘moderate’ range. This marked a noticeable dip from Saturday evening, when the AQI had climbed to 227 and was categorised as ‘poor’. Despite the marginal improvement in overall figures, a visible haze continued to linger across several localities, underscoring that pollution remains a persistent challenge. Mixed picture across…

08 Feb

PM Modi in Kuala Lumpur: India, Malaysia step up strategic ties; terrorism stance ‘non-negotiable’

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Kuala Lumpur (Rajeev Sharma): India and Malaysia on Sunday agreed to widen their strategic partnership after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim held detailed discussions covering security, defence, technology and trade. During the talks, Modi reaffirmed India’s firm position on terrorism, asserting that there would be “no room for double standards and no scope for compromise” in tackling the menace. Speaking after the meeting, the Prime Minister said the relationship between the two countries goes beyond diplomacy, shaped by centuries of maritime contact, shared cultural traditions and democratic values. He described Malaysia as a close partner…

08 Feb

Punjab’s Sikhya Kranti: Bhagwant Mann Govt sets national benchmark as over 17.5 lakh parents join statewide workshop

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CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): The Punjab School Education Department on Saturday organised the second Statewide School-Level Parents’ Workshop across all government schools, engaging over 17.5 akh parents in an unprecedented exercise in community participation. Sharing details of the initiative, Punjab School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said, “The Punjab School Education Department organised the second Statewide School-Level Parents’ Workshop, engaging over 17.50 lakh parents across all government schools.” The Punjab Education Minister pointed out the mega initiative, spearheaded by the State Council of Educational Research and Training, had set a new benchmark for parental involvement in the state’s education system and…

08 Feb

Dashmesh Culture Centre and Police Agencies Hold Successful Community Safety Town Hall

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Dashmesh Culture Centre, in collaboration with the Calgary Police Service (CPS), successfully organized a Community Safety and Awareness town hall meeting to address growing concerns about crime and public safety in the area. The meeting was held in response to recent incidents involving extortion threats, intimidation, and gun violence that have created fear and uncertainty among residents and business owners. The town hall provided a platform for open and direct engagement between the community and law enforcement agencies. Representatives from the Calgary Police Service (CPS), RCMP, ALERT, and Crime Stoppers participated in the meeting, engaging directly…

08 Feb

Indian students among those wounded in knife assault at Russian university hostel

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Russia (Rajeev Sharma): Several students, including four Indian nationals, sustained injuries after a stabbing incident at a medical university residence in Russia’s Bashkortostan region on Saturday, officials confirmed. The attack occurred inside a hostel of the State Medical University in Ufa when a teenager allegedly entered the building armed with a knife and assaulted students staying there. Russia’s Interior Ministry said the situation escalated when the suspect resisted detention, resulting in injuries to two police personnel. The attacker later caused harm to himself and was taken to hospital. The Indian Embassy acknowledged the incident, terming it deeply distressing, and confirmed…