Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

07 Feb

U.S. Sets June Target for Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal as Russian Strikes Strain Power Grid

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsCeasefire Talks, U.S. peace deadline, Ukraine Russia war, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Kyiv, February 7, 2026: The United States has proposed a deadline of early summer for Ukraine and Russia to reach a peace agreement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as renewed Russian attacks on energy infrastructure forced nuclear power plants to scale back electricity output. Speaking to reporters, Zelenskyy said Washington is pushing for a settlement by June and may increase pressure on both sides if progress is not made within that timeframe. “The Americans want the war to end by the beginning of summer and are working toward a clear timeline for achieving this,” Zelenskyy said, noting that the plan…

07 Feb

Assam Orders Three Declared Bangladeshi Nationals to Exit India Within 24 Hours

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAssam illegal immigrants, Bangladeshi nationals, Foreigners Tribunal, Immigrants Expulsion Act 1950

DIPHU (Assam), February 7, 2026 — The Assam government has directed three individuals declared as illegal Bangladeshi immigrants to leave India within 24 hours, officials confirmed on Saturday. The expulsion orders were issued under Section 2 of the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950, after the Foreigners Tribunal (FT) identified the three as illegal entrants through separate rulings in December. Authorities said the orders, signed by the Karbi Anglong district commissioner earlier this week, were formally served to the individuals on Saturday. The three persons have been identified as Md Fakruddin, a resident of the Bokajan police station area, and…

07 Feb

China Overturns Death Sentence of Canadian Drug Convict Amid Signs of Diplomatic Thaw with Ottawa

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaChina Canada relations, death penalty overturned, Robert Schellenberg case, Supreme People’s Court China

Ottawa/Beijing (Rajeev Sharma): China’s top court has overturned the death sentence of a Canadian national convicted of drug trafficking, a move widely seen as a sign of easing tensions between Beijing and Ottawa after years of strained diplomatic relations. The decision comes shortly after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to China, aimed at reviving trade ties amid mounting tariff pressures from the United States. China’s Supreme People’s Court on Friday set aside the death sentence handed to Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, according to reports citing his legal counsel. The ruling marks a significant turn in a case that had long…

07 Feb

Nova Scotia’s Sackville Community Arena to Turn Solar-Powered After Receiving $1.3 Million Federal Grant

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadafederal grant, Nova Scotia, Sackville Community Arena, solar-powered arena

Lower Sackville, N.S. (Rajeev Sharma) : The Sackville Community Arena in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, is set to become the province’s first solar-powered arena after securing $1.3 million in federal funding under Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan. The arena, a busy hub for hockey matches and figure skating sessions, serves a community of over 50,000 residents and is known for its heavy operating costs. The funding will allow the facility to shift from conventional electricity to solar energy later this year, significantly reducing monthly expenses. Allan Smith, president of the Lake District Recreation Association, which manages the arena, said around…

07 Feb

Fourth Youth Hockey Player Arrested in Nova Scotia Hazing-Linked Sexual Assault Case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadahazing allegations, Nova Scotia, RCMP, sexual assault investigation, youth hockey

Nova Scotia (Rajeev Sharma): Police in Nova Scotia have arrested a fourth youth hockey player in connection with an ongoing sexual assault investigation linked to alleged hazing incidents involving a team in the Truro area, authorities said. The Colchester County District RCMP confirmed that the youth was taken into custody on Thursday and has been charged with sexual assault and assault causing choking. The arrest follows the detention of three other young players earlier this week on similar charges. According to police, the investigation began after a youth reported being sexually assaulted during a private hockey team gathering in Colchester…

07 Feb

Lamborghini Seized After Being Clocked at Nearly 200 km/h on Vancouver Bridge

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish ColumbiaAlex Fraser Bridge, excessive speeding fine, Lamborghini impounded, Metro Vancouver speeding

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): A high-end Lamborghini SUV was impounded by traffic police this week after it was caught speeding at almost three times the permitted limit on a major bridge in Metro Vancouver, authorities said. According to the B.C. Highway Patrol, the luxury vehicle was recorded travelling at 197 km/h in a 70 km/h zone on the Alex Fraser Bridge, which connects Delta and Richmond. The incident occurred shortly after 8 pm on February 4. Police stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as a 51-year-old man from Surrey. Officials said multiple traffic violation notices were issued on the spot.…

07 Feb

Delhi biker death: Sub-contractor arrested, FIR registered for culpable homicide

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National Times Bureau :- Delhi Police have arrested sub-contractor Rajesh Prajapati in connection with the death of a young biker who fell into an open trench in Janakpuri, west Delhi. This is the first arrest in the case, which has caused public anger over safety negligence. Police have filed an FIR at Janakpuri police station for culpable homicide against the contractor and officials of the Delhi Jal Board. Officers said the investigation is being treated as a priority and strict action will be taken against those found guilty. Police said a family travelling on the same road saw the accident…

07 Feb

Punjab family falls critically ill in Germany after eating ‘poisonous’ panjeeri; survivor alleges murder attempt by employee

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, World NewsGermany, Punjab

National Times Bureau :- In a strange yet tragic turn of events, an Indian family in Germany fell criticlly ill after allegedly consuming panjeeri with highly toxic chemical. Rachna Kapoor, 49 claimed that thallium in very high quantity was mixed in the sweet that she had prepared to celebrate birth of her granddaughter in Germany. She has accused her domestic help of mixing poison in the panjiri in an attempt of mass murder. Doctors have confirmed that the sudden illness was caused by thallium poisoning and not due to any natural disease. Within days of consuming it, several family members…

07 Feb

Earthquake of magnitude 3.9 strikes Myanmar

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabEarthquake, Myanmar

National Times Bureau :- An earthquake of magnitude 3.9 struck Myanmar on Saturday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 85km. In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 3.9, On: 07/02/2026 03:01:45 IST, Lat: 24.76 N, Long: 94.74 E, Depth: 85 Km, Location: Myanmar." Earlier on Friday, an earthquake of magnitude 4.9 struck Myanmar. As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 96km. In a post on X, the NCS said, "EQ of M: 4.9, On: 06/02/2026 06:03:10 IST, Lat: 23.42 N, Long:…

07 Feb

Canada, France establish diplomatic presence in Greenland amid Arctic geopolitics

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, France

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada and France formally opened new diplomatic missions in Greenland on Friday, a move widely seen as a gesture of solidarity with Denmark and a signal of growing international focus on the strategically important Arctic territory. Canada inaugurated its consulate in Nuuk with Foreign Minister Anita Anand leading the delegation. She was accompanied by Governor General Mary Simon, underscoring Ottawa’s emphasis on Arctic cooperation and Indigenous engagement. Canadian officials said the mission will strengthen collaboration with Greenland on climate change, Arctic security and Inuit issues, while also expanding Canada’s diplomatic footprint in the region. France simultaneously announced…