Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

24 Jan

RCMP Task Force Probes 111 Foreign Nationals in Extortion Network; Majority Linked to Punjab, New Details on Overseas Gangsters Surface

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingCanada, RCMP

Chandigarh/Vancouver: A special task force formed by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in British Columbia is currently investigating 111 foreign nationals in connection with a series of extortion cases, with a significant number of the suspects reportedly tracing their origins to Punjab. Officials associated with the probe clarified that the investigation is being conducted strictly on the basis of evidence and intelligence inputs, and not with the intent to target any specific community. The inquiry relies heavily on CCTV recordings, digital trails, financial data and forensic material to establish links between suspects and the alleged crimes. The task force…

24 Jan

Young Man from Khalra Killed in Tragic Road Accident in the United States

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, World NewsAmerica, Khalra Village, Punjab, Youth Died

National Times Bureau :- A heartbreaking incident has emerged from the United States, where a 25-year-old youth from Khalra in Punjab lost his life in a fatal road accident. The deceased, identified as Deepkaran Singh, son of Kuldeep Singh, had moved to the US around one and a half years ago in search of better employment opportunities. According to family sources, Deepkaran was residing in San Francisco, California. The accident occurred on January 21 when he was returning home after work. A speeding vehicle allegedly rammed into his car from behind, leaving him critically injured. He was rushed to a…

24 Jan

Suicide bombing rocks wedding celebrations in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, seven killed

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsPakistan, suicide bomber

National Times Bureau :- At least seven people lost their lives and 25 others were injured after a suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest during a wedding ceremony in Pakistan’s volatile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday. The attack took place at the home of Noor Alam Mehsud, a pro-government community figure in Dera Ismail Khan district, according to local police. The explosion triggered chaos at the crowded event, leaving debris and blood scattered across the scene. Guests were reportedly dancing when the blast occurred, and the impact caused the roof to collapse, complicating rescue operations and trapping several people under…

24 Jan

Canada-Wide Manhunt Ends at Vancouver Airport in Explosive Minor Abuse Case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingCanada

Lethbridge ( Rajeev Sharma): A Taber, Alberta man wanted in connection with a disturbing case involving multiple minors has been arrested upon his return to Canada. According to a media release from the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS), Yuvraaz Singh, a resident of Taber, was taken into custody at Vancouver International Airport on January 19 after arriving in Canada from abroad. Singh had been the subject of a Canada-wide arrest warrant following an investigation that began in April 2025 in Lethbridge. Police said officers were called to a hotel in Lethbridge to assist in recovering property when they discovered Singh in…

23 Jan

Delhi Metro to Start Services at 3 AM on Republic Day to Ease Travel to Kartavya Path

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi Metro, DMRC special services, Kartavya Path parade, Republic Day 2026, Republic Day celebrations

New Delhi, January 24 — As the nation gears up to mark the 77th Republic Day, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has announced special operating hours on January 26 to facilitate smooth movement of commuters heading towards Kartavya Path and other Republic Day venues. In an official statement issued on Friday, the DMRC said that metro services on all lines will commence at 3 am on Monday. Trains will run at a frequency of 15 minutes between 3 am and 6 am, following which the normal daily schedule will come into effect for the rest of the day. The decision…

23 Jan

India Slams ‘Reprehensible’ Vandalism at Embassy in Croatia, Takes Up Matter Strongly With Zagreb

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiadiplomatic security, India-Croatia relations, Indian Embassy Zagreb, Khalistan, MEA

Zagreb,Croatia (Bureau): India strongly condemned the trespassing and vandalism at its Embassy in Zagreb, where pro-Khalistan elements removed the Indian national flag and briefly hoisted a Khalistan flag at the mission premises in a deliberate provocation ahead of Republic Day celebrations.Describing the act as “reprehensible,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it has taken up the matter strongly with Croatian authorities both in New Delhi and in Zagreb, demanding that those responsible be identified and held accountable. The MEA termed the incident a serious breach of diplomatic security and a clear violation of international obligations under the Vienna Convention…

23 Jan

IHF Celebrates Ramotsav 2026 in a Grand and Magnificent Manner in Calgary

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Ramotsav 2026 was organised and celebrated in a truly grand and spiritually uplifting manner, as a large gathering of devotees came together to honour Lord Ram. The event was organised by IHF to commemorate the historic consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on December 22, 2024, with the same spirit of devotion beautifully reflected in Calgary. celebrations began with Poojan, followed by the sacred chanting of Ram Raksha Stotram, led by Sonia Joshi and her dedicated team from IHF, filling the venue with a powerful sense of devotion and reverence. The programme continued with a Sanskrit…

23 Jan

Minister Sigurdson Heads to UAE to Boost Alberta’s Agricultural Trade

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, will visit Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to strengthen the province’s international agricultural trade and showcase Alberta as a dependable supplier of high-quality food products. The trip aims to expand Alberta’s presence in global markets, build on existing partnerships, and create new trade and investment opportunities for the province’s farmers and processors. By tapping into overseas markets, Alberta hopes to increase demand for its agricultural and food products while supporting local producers. “This mission is a valuable opportunity to connect with partners from across the Middle East and Asia to…

23 Jan

Alberta Boosts Funding for KidSport to Get More Children into Sports

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government is providing an additional $547,000 to KidSport Alberta to help more children participate in sports and recreational activities across the province. The move is part of ongoing efforts to remove financial barriers that prevent kids from joining teams, trying new activities, or accessing necessary equipment. Sport and recreation are widely recognized as important for children’s physical health, confidence, and social development. Yet registration fees and gear costs often leave some children sidelined. Last year, Alberta invested $8 million through the Every Kid Can Play program to expand access to sports and recreation for young…

23 Jan

After Overseas Arrest, Calgary Doctor Seeks Bail in Child Abduction Case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharna): A Calgary doctor accused of abducting his young son and taking him overseas will seek bail later this week, his lawyer confirmed in court . Defence counsel Himmat Shergill, appearing via video link, told Justice Heather Lamoureux that a bail hearing for Muhammad Zia-Ur Rahman, 62, has been scheduled for Friday afternoon, during which the accused will seek release pending trial. Rahman is charged with parental child abduction after Calgary police allege he took his seven-year-old son out of Canada without the consent of the child’s mother. Authorities say Rahman and the child were located in…