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24 Jun

Diljit Dosanjh Faces Outrage Over Casting Pakistani Actress Hania Aamir in Sardaar Ji 3, B Praak’s Cryptic Jibe Fuels Backlash

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, TrendingB Praak, Diljit Dosanjh, Hania Aamir, Pakistan artist ban, Sardaar Ji 3

Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 — Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has landed in a heated controversy ahead of the international release of his film Sardaar Ji 3, after casting Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in a key role. The backlash stems from rising anti-Pakistan sentiment in India following the Pahalgam terror attack in April, which prompted a strict industry-wide ban on Pakistani artists by Indian film federations. Although Sardaar Ji 3 was reportedly completed before the attack, Diljit’s announcement that the film would not release in India has done little to calm the storm. Social media erupted with calls of “shame” and…

24 Jun

Donald Trump Declares Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, Despite Conflicting Reports from Tehran

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, Israel, US

Washington, D.C. (National Times): US President Donald Trump has announced that a ceasefire is now in effect between Israel and Iran, marking what he calls a “historic breakthrough” in one of the most volatile flashpoints of the Middle East. The statement, issued through his official Truth Social account, comes amid ongoing tensions and mixed signals from the region. “The ceasefire is now in effect. Please do not violate it…,” Trump posted on Tuesday, urging restraint following what he described as a decisive military maneuver by the U.S. In a separate post, Trump credited the U.S. military’s strategic role in facilitating…

24 Jun

Canada and European Union Sign Landmark Security and Defence Partnership

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, European Union

Ottawa/Brussels (Rajeev Sharma): In a major development aimed at bolstering global security and economic cooperation, Canada and the European Union on Tuesday signed a comprehensive Security and Defence Partnership, marking the beginning of a new era in transatlantic collaboration. The agreement, signed at a high-level summit in Ottawa, is designed to reinforce supply chains, strengthen defence industries, and enhance coordination on emerging global threats — including cyberattacks, hybrid warfare, and technological disruptions. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hailed the agreement as a historic milestone in Canada-EU relations. “Canada and the European Union have just launched a new era of partnership…

24 Jun

Donald Trump Announces Iran-Israel Ceasefire, But Tehran Denies Agreement

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsCeasefire, Donald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington/Tehran/Jerusalem (National Times): In a dramatic turn of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed on Tuesday that a full ceasefire agreement had been reached between Iran and Israel to end the ongoing 12-day war that has shaken the Middle East. However, Iran’s top officials swiftly denied any such agreement, casting doubt on Trump’s declaration. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote: “CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now)... A war that could have gone on for…

23 Jun

Gopal Italia Clinches Victory for AAP in Gujarat’s Visavadar Bypoll

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingAAP, Gopal Italia, Gujarat, Visavadar

Ahmedabad (National Times): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) secured a major win in Gujarat as its candidate Gopal Italia emerged victorious in the Visavadar Assembly bypoll, defeating BJP’s Kirit Patel by a significant margin. Italia garnered 65,295 votes compared to Patel’s 51,222 after 18 rounds of counting, according to data released by the Election Commission. This win marks a significant political moment for AAP in Gujarat, especially after its recent struggles in Delhi. Visavadar, located in Junagadh district, saw a voter turnout of 56.89% in the June 19 by-election. The seat had fallen vacant in December 2023 following the resignation of…

23 Jun

AAP’s Sanjeev Arora Wins Ludhiana West By-Election 2025, Delivers Key Boost to Ruling Party

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAAP, Ludhiana, Punjab, Sanjeev Arora

Ludhiana (National Times): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora emerged victorious in the high-stakes Ludhiana West Assembly by-election on Sunday, dealing a blow to the Congress and solidifying the ruling party's hold in Punjab’s urban political landscape. Arora’s win comes months after the seat fell vacant due to the untimely death of AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi. The by-election had seen intense campaigning and sharp political rhetoric, particularly between AAP and Congress. With this win, AAP retains a crucial urban seat at a time when it is under pressure following setbacks in Delhi. According to…

23 Jun

US Urges China to Prevent Iran from Shutting Down Strait of Hormuz Amid Soaring Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsAmerica, China, Donald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington/Beijing (National Times): Amid escalating Middle East tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged China to intervene diplomatically and stop Iran from potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global oil shipments. Rubio’s appeal comes in response to reports from Iran's state-run Press TV, which stated that the Iranian parliament had approved a proposal to shut the Strait. However, the final decision rests with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The Strait, a narrow waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, facilitates the passage of nearly 20% of the global oil supply. Speaking…

23 Jun

Ludhiana West By-Election 2025: AAP’s Sanjeev Arora Nears Victory As He Continues to Lead

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingLudhiana, Sanjeev Arora

Ludhiana (National Times): The high-stakes Ludhiana West by-election is witnessing intense competition as the counting of votes progresses. As per the latest trends from Round 9, Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) candidate Sanjeev Arora has taken a lead with 22,240 votes, followed by Congress’s Bharat Bhushan Ashu with 17,489 votes. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Jiwan Gupta is close behind with 13,906 votes, while Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) nominee Advocate Parupkar Singh Ghumman trails with 4,774 votes. This by-election, triggered by the untimely demise of sitting AAP MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi earlier this year, has garnered significant attention due to its…

22 Jun

Yemen’s Houthis Threaten US Warships Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, US, Yemen

Yemen (National Times) Yemen’s Houthi rebels issued a stern warning on Saturday, threatening to strike American warships in the Red Sea if the United States joins Israel in its ongoing military operations against Iran. The threat comes just weeks after a fragile ceasefire was reached between the U.S. and the Houthis in May, under which both parties agreed to avoid targeting one another. However, the truce now appears to be under strain as regional tensions in West Asia intensify following Israel’s airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. “If the United States participates in any aggression against Iran alongside the Israeli enemy,…

22 Jun

Netanyahu Hails Trump After US Strikes Iran’s Nuclear Sites: “A Historic Shift Begins Tonight”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsBenjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, Iran, Israel

Jerusalem/Washington (National Times): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday applauded U.S. President Donald Trump for ordering airstrikes on three major Iranian nuclear facilities, calling it a "bold and historic decision" that he believes will reshape the future of the Middle East. In a nationally broadcast video statement following the strikes, Netanyahu declared, “President Trump and I have always said: ‘Peace through strength.’ Tonight, the United States demonstrated extraordinary strength under his leadership.” The U.S. military, in a coordinated nighttime assault, targeted Iran's Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites. According to Trump’s comments on Fox News, the operation involved six…