Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

02 Feb

Over 400 RCMP Members Accused of Misconduct in 2024; At Least 20 Dismissed or Forced to Resign

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): More than 400 members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) were accused of misconduct in 2024, resulting in at least 20 dismissals or resignations, according to an internal report released last month. The RCMP recorded 443 cases of alleged misconduct during the year, involving 408 employees. Nearly one quarter of these cases led to “serious” disciplinary action, including ineligibility for promotion or forfeiture of more than 80 hours of pay. Ten employees were demoted to a lower rank or level — more than double the number of demotions recorded over the previous two years. About five…

02 Feb

Eastern Newfoundland Hit by Severe Snowstorm; Police Urge Drivers to Avoid Trans-Canada Highway

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Newfoundland, February 2, 2026: Police in eastern Newfoundland have issued a strong warning to motorists to stay off the Trans-Canada Highway until weather conditions improve, as a powerful winter storm continues to batter large parts of the province. The Holyrood RCMP detachment released the advisory shortly before 10 a.m. NT on Monday, citing multiple reports of vehicles sliding off the road and becoming stuck in deep snow. The region is currently under an orange snowfall warning, with Environment Canada forecasting between 30 and 50 centimetres of snow. “If you must travel, slow down and use extreme caution,” police said in…

02 Feb

Canada to Launch Sixth Green Bond Issuance With New 10-Year Offering

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Canada announced on Monday that it will launch its sixth issuance of Canadian-dollar-denominated green bonds this week, subject to market conditions, as part of its ongoing push to finance climate-friendly growth. For the upcoming issuance, the government plans to introduce a new 10-year green bond. The move follows strong investor demand seen in previous offerings, including a $1-billion 30-year green bond issued in October 2025 and a $1.5-billion re-opening of a 7-year bond first launched in February 2025. Canada’s green bond program, introduced in March 2022, is designed to support investments in clean growth,…

02 Feb

Arvind Kejriwal Slams Union Budget 2026-27, Says It Fails to Address Unemployment and Inflation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAAP, Arvind Kejriwal, Goa, inflation, unemployment, Union Budget 2026-27

New Delhi, February 2, 2026: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday strongly criticised the Union Budget 2026-27, claiming it lacks a clear strategy to deal with rising unemployment and inflation. Kejriwal said that, from a national standpoint, the Budget would worsen inflationary pressures and lead to further job losses, at a time when employment and price rise remain the biggest concerns for the country’s youth. “There is no concrete roadmap for job creation in this Budget. Instead, it will push inflation even higher,” Kejriwal alleged, adding that young people continue to suffer due to the absence…

02 Feb

Massive Toronto Rally Shows Solidarity With Iran Protesters Amid Deadly Crackdown

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Toronto, February 2, 2026 — A large crowd of demonstrators brought parts of downtown Toronto to a standstill on Sunday as thousands gathered in solidarity with protesters in Iran, where widespread unrest has erupted over economic collapse and opposition to the country’s ruling clerical regime. The demonstration, which moved from Sankofa Square to Queen’s Park, was held in response to nationwide protests that began in Iran on December 28 following sharp price hikes. The unrest has since evolved into broader anti-government demonstrations targeting the leadership that has governed the country for nearly five decades. At the same time, Iran has…

02 Feb

Teen Charged After Random Knife Attack in Downtown Winnipeg

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Winnipeg, February 2, 2026 — An 18-year-old man has been charged in connection with a random knife attack that left a passerby injured in downtown Winnipeg, police said.According to the Winnipeg Police Service, officers received multiple emergency calls around 5:30 p.m. on Friday reporting a disturbance in the 300 block of Portage Avenue. Callers told police that a young man armed with a knife had entered a building and was behaving aggressively. Police said the situation escalated when the suspect allegedly knocked another man to the ground. During the struggle, the victim managed to disarm the attacker, while several bystanders…

02 Feb

Delhi wakes up to dense fog with reduced visibility; trains delayed, flight operations hit

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National Times Bureau :- Dense fog blanketed Delhi on Monday morning, significantly reducing visibility across several parts of the city and triggering an alert from the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport over possible flight delays. Visuals shared by ANI from areas such as Akshardham and Dhaula Kuan showed vehicles moving at a crawl, as drivers struggled with extremely poor visibility. In many locations, visibility fell below 50 metres, severely disrupting traffic on key roads and highways. Officials cautioned that conditions could worsen as the morning advanced. Flights Likely to Be Disrupted Air travel was also affected due to the foggy…

02 Feb

Dalai Lama wins first Grammy as historic moments mark 68th Grammy Awards

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National Times Bureau :- The 68th annual Grammy Awards began on a historic note on Sunday, delivering a series of first-time wins and emotional moments during the star-studded Premiere Ceremony held ahead of the main telecast in Los Angeles. Among the most unexpected winners was the Dalai Lama, who secured his first-ever Grammy in the category of Best Audio Book, Narration and Storytelling Recording. The Tibetan spiritual leader edged out notable nominees, including US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. The award was accepted by musician Rufus Wainwright, who contributed to the project. “I am not the Dalai Lama,” Wainwright…

01 Feb

Bishnoi Gang Claims Role in Firing Outside Rohit Shetty’s Juhu Home; Mumbai Police Launch Manhunt

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, IndiaJuhu residence, Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Mumbai firing incident, Rohit Shetty

Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Mumbai Police have launched an extensive probe after the Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility for a firing incident outside the Juhu residence of Bollywood director and producer Rohit Shetty. The claim, made through social media posts, is currently being verified by investigators, police officials said. At least four suspects have been detained for questioning in connection with the incident, while the Mumbai Crime Branch has formed 12 special teams to identify and apprehend those involved. Officials said efforts are also underway to determine the motive behind the attack and assess whether the threat claim is credible. The…

01 Feb

Man Charged in 48 Vehicle Break-and-Enters Across Mississauga: Peel Police

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Peel Regional Police have arrested and charged a man they allege is responsible for 48 vehicle break-and-enters in Mississauga. In a news release, police said they received “numerous reports” beginning in December 2025 about vehicle break-ins in the areas of Kimbermount Avenue, Aquitaine Avenue and Regents Terrace. Investigators from 11 Division’s Criminal Investigation Bureau, with assistance from the BEAR Unit and uniform patrol officers, conducted an extensive investigation into the incidents. On Jan. 26, police arrested 20-year-old Basil Ass’ad, who is listed as having no fixed address. He has been charged with: 48 counts of mischief over…