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09 Feb

Trump Criticizes Olympic Skier Hunter Hess After Athlete Voices Concerns About U.S. Climate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessDonald Trump, Hunter Hess, Team USA controversy, USOPC athlete safety, Winter Olympics 2026

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): — U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday criticized Olympic freestyle skier Hunter Hess, calling him a “real loser” after the athlete spoke about having “mixed emotions” while representing the United States at the Winter Olympics. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote that Hess had suggested he did not fully represent his country during the Games and questioned his place on the national team. The president said it was “hard to root” for an athlete expressing such sentiments. Hess, a native of Bend, Oregon, told reporters last week that wearing the American flag did not mean…

07 Feb

Why Ola, Uber and Rapido have announced nationwide strike today ?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessgig workers, Strike

National Times Bureau :- Gig-workers associated with app-based ride platforms such as Ola, Uber and Rapido have announced a 6-hour nationwide strike on Febraury 7. The drivers have decided to remain offline for six hours as part of their 'All India Breakdown'. The strike has been called by by the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union, also known as TGPWU. The union represents app-based transport workers operating on platforms such as Ola, Uber and Rapido. The drivers have announced a nationwide strike in order to press their demands including minimum base fare and redressal of grievances about the installation of…

06 Feb

Delhi Police dismiss claims of surge in missing girls, say panic being fuelled by paid social media campaigns

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness

National Times Bureau :- The Delhi Police on Friday strongly refuted claims circulating on social media about a sharp rise in cases of missing girls in the national capital, stating that the narrative is being deliberately amplified through paid promotions to create panic for financial gain. In an official statement, the police said investigations into the viral posts revealed organised attempts to sensationalise selective data. “After tracking multiple leads, it has emerged that the hype around missing girls in Delhi is being artificially pushed through sponsored content. Spreading fear and misinformation for monetary benefit will not be tolerated, and strict…

05 Feb

Actor Rajpal Yadav Surrenders at Tihar Jail After High Court Rejects Plea for Extension

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinesscheque bounce case, Delhi High Court, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, Rajpal Yadav, Tihar Jail

New Delhi, February 5, 2026: Actor Rajpal Yadav on Thursday surrendered before the Tihar Jail authorities after the Delhi High Court declined to extend the deadline for his surrender in connection with his conviction in multiple cheque bounce cases. According to jail sources, Yadav surrendered at around 4 pm. Following his surrender, jail authorities initiated standard operating procedures as per protocol. The Delhi High Court had on Wednesday refused to grant any additional time to the actor, who was earlier directed to surrender by 4 pm the same day. His counsel had informed the court that Yadav had arranged Rs…

04 Feb

Hyderabad Techie Found Dead at Home; Job-Related Stress Suspected

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessHyderabad, job stress, Miyapur, Police Investigation, software engineer death

Hyderabad, February 4, 2026: A 31-year-old software engineer was found dead at his residence in Miyapur on Wednesday, with police suspecting that difficulties coping with job requirements may have led to the incident. According to officials, the tech professional, who had joined a well-known software company around two months ago, had recently been assigned coding-related responsibilities. Investigators said he was reportedly struggling to manage the nature of the work and had expressed his concerns to family members. Police said the man, who got married last year, had discussed his work-related stress with both his wife and brother. His wife has…

03 Feb

Punjab Emerges as National Leader in SGST Cash Growth Amid GST 2.0 Challenges: Cheema

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusinessGST 2.0 impact, Harpal Singh Cheema, Punjab GST collections, Punjab revenue growth, SGST cash growth

Chandigarh, 3 February, 2026: Punjab has recorded strong and broad-based growth in GST collections in January 2026, reflecting improved compliance, focused enforcement and sustained economic activity, even in the face of significant revenue challenges arising from GST 2.0 rate rationalisation by the Government of India. Gross GST collection in the State during January 2026 stood at Rs. 2452.66 crore, whereas NET GST collection registering year-on-year growth of ₹315 crore at the rate of 15.7% over January 2025, revealed the Finance, Excise and Taxation Minister Harpal Singh Cheema. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as Punjab faced an estimated monthly revenue loss…

02 Feb

SGPC Sets Up Expert Sub-Committee to Counter Misuse of AI Content Targeting Sikhism

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusinessAI misuse, artificial intelligence, digital content, SGPC, Sikh religious sentiments, Social Media

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The decision was taken following a resolution adopted by the SGPC’s executive committee, which observed an increase in AI-generated videos and content circulating on social media platforms that allegedly undermine Sikh beliefs and traditions. SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami approved the formation of the panel to formulate legal and technological strategies to curb such misuse. Providing details, SGPC Secretary Pratap Singh said instances of AI-driven content targeting Sikh religious dignity have grown noticeably in recent times. Keeping this in view, the executive committee decided to set up a dedicated sub-committee comprising legal professionals and specialists with…

02 Feb

Massive Toronto Rally Shows Solidarity With Iran Protesters Amid Deadly Crackdown

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessdowntown Toronto rally, Iran demonstrations, Iranian diaspora Canada, Toronto protest

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessdowntown Winnipeg assault, Winnipeg knife attack, Winnipeg police

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…

01 Feb

Union Budget 2026-27 Launches Divyang Kaushal and Divyang Sahara Schemes to Empower Persons with Disabilities

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Indiaassistive technology, Divyang Kaushal Yojana, Divyang Sahara Yojana, Skill Development, Union Budget 2026-27

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Union Budget 2026-27 introduced new initiatives aimed at empowering Divyangjans, reaffirming the government’s commitment to the vision of “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas,” which seeks to provide every community, family, and sector with access to resources, opportunities, and meaningful participation. While presenting the Budget in Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted measures designed to create dignified livelihood opportunities and improve accessibility for persons with disabilities. Under the Divyang Kaushal Yojana, customized training programs will be offered to Divyangjans in sectors such as information technology, animation, visual effects, gaming (AVGC), hospitality, and food and beverages. These…