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19 Sep

Indian Techie Killed in Police Shooting in California, Telangana Family Seeks Government Help

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Mahabubnagar (Rajeev Sharma): A family in Telangana is seeking urgent assistance from Indian authorities after their 30-year-old son, Mohammed Nizamuddin, was fatally shot by police in Santa Clara, California, earlier this month. The incident reportedly followed a domestic altercation, though full details remain unknown. Nizamuddin, a software engineer originally from Mahabubnagar district, had been working in the United States after completing his higher education there. His family received word of his death only on Thursday morning, leaving them in shock and desperation. Scuffle Preceded Police Response The information, relayed to Nizamuddin’s father, Mohammed Hasnuddin, by a family friend in the…

18 Sep

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Ink Landmark Defence Agreement, Pledge Joint Security Framework

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Riyadh (Rajeev Sharma): In a move that could reshape security cooperation in the region, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have formalised a comprehensive defence accord that binds both nations to respond collectively to any external aggression. The agreement, signed in Riyadh during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s state visit, was described as a “Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement”. It highlights an upgraded security framework, expanding joint military exercises, intelligence sharing, and integrated deterrence mechanisms. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who hosted Sharif at Al-Yamamah Palace, stressed the Kingdom’s commitment to Pakistan’s security and long-term stability. Following the signing, Saudi Defence Minister Prince…

16 Sep

Major Shake-Up in Meghalaya Cabinet: Eight Ministers Resign Ahead of Reshuffle

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National Times Bureau :- In a dramatic political development, eight ministers of the Meghalaya Cabinet tendered their resignations on Tuesday, paving the way for a significant reshuffle in the Conrad K. Sangma-led government. Officials confirmed that Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, who heads the NPP-led Meghalaya Democratic Alliance government, submitted the resignations of his colleagues to Governor C.H. Vijayashankar during a meeting at Raj Bhavan. The swearing-in of new ministers has been scheduled for 5 p.m. the same evening. Among those who resigned are Ampareen Lyngdoh, Comingone Ymbon, Rakkam A. Sangma, and Abu Tahir Mondal from the NPP; Paul Lyngdoh…

16 Sep

India-US Trade Talks Begin Amid Renewed Criticism on Russian Oil Imports

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A new round of India-US trade discussions is set to begin today as American negotiator Brendan Lynch lands in the capital, though the agenda has been clouded by fresh remarks from White House adviser Peter Navarro. Navarro alleged that Indian refiners have been “quick to align with Russian suppliers” since the Ukraine conflict, claiming such purchases indirectly strengthen Moscow’s military capacity. “American workers lose while India profits. On top of that, they maintain some of the steepest tariffs globally,” Navarro said on Monday. Despite these pointed remarks, both governments are attempting to push forward with dialogue…

15 Sep

US Trade Envoy Brendan Lynch to Hold Talks in India on Bilateral Deal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsBilateral Trade Agreement, Brendan Lynch, India-US trade deal, tariffs on Indian goods

New Delhi, September 15, 2025: US chief negotiator Brendan Lynch will arrive in India late Monday for a day-long discussion on the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement (BTA), a senior commerce ministry official confirmed.The upcoming talks are expected to serve as a precursor to the sixth round of negotiations, which had been scheduled for August 25–29 but were postponed after the United States imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods.This marks the continuation of efforts to resolve trade tensions, with five rounds of negotiations already completed between both sides. “Tomorrow’s dialogue will set the stage for the next…

15 Sep

“Bring Harjit Home”: Community Outrage Grows After Elderly Punjabi Woman Detained by ICE

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HERCULES, CA (Rajeev Sharma): A wave of community anger and emotional appeals is sweeping through California’s East Bay after Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old grandmother and longtime resident, was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) last week. Her detention has sparked growing protests, social media campaigns, and pressure on elected officials — all united by a single demand: “Bring Harjit Home.” Kaur, a widowed immigrant from Punjab, India, has lived in Hercules since the early 1990s. On September 8, what was supposed to be a routine check-in with immigration officials in San Francisco turned into a nightmare…

15 Sep

Murder of Indian-Origin Motel Worker in Dallas Sparks Outcry Over Immigration Enforcement

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Dallas, TX (Rajeev Sharma): The fatal machete attack on Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah, an Indian-origin motel manager in Dallas, has triggered national outrage and reignited a contentious debate over immigration enforcement failures in the United States. The 50-year-old victim, a longtime Texas resident originally from Karnataka, India, was killed on September 10 at the Downtown Suites Motel, where he worked and lived with his family. Authorities say the suspect, 37-year-old Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, is an undocumented Cuban national with a prior criminal history. The assault occurred in front of Nagamallaiah’s wife and teenage son. Cobos-Martinez now faces a charge of capital…

14 Sep

British MP Preet Kaur Gill Slams Racist Sexual Attack on Sikh Woman in West Midlands

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London (Rajeev Sharma): UK Member of Parliament Preet Kaur Gill has publicly condemned a racially motivated sexual assault targeting a Sikh woman in Oldbury, located in the Sandwell area of the West Midlands. The disturbing incident, reported earlier this week, is under active investigation by West Midlands Police and is being treated as a racially aggravated crime. Preet Kaur Gill, who serves as MP for Birmingham Edgbaston and is the UK's first female Sikh parliamentarian, expressed her outrage and concern over the attack through a statement on social media. “I am appalled by this horrific and racially aggravated sexual assault…

13 Sep

Trump Urges NATO, EU to Target Russia and China in Bid to End Ukraine Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina tariffs, Donald Trump, European Union, NATO, Russia-Ukraine conflict

Washington, September 13: U.S. President Donald Trump has called on NATO members and the European Union to toughen their stance on the Russia-Ukraine war by introducing heavy sanctions against Moscow and imposing steep tariffs on China.Posting a lengthy statement on Truth Social, Trump said NATO allies are failing to show full commitment to Ukraine and criticised some countries for continuing to import Russian oil. “The ongoing purchase of Russian oil is shocking and undermines your leverage over Moscow,” he wrote. Trump proposed tariffs ranging from 50% to 100% on Chinese goods, to remain in place until the war is resolved.…

13 Sep

Parliamentary Secretary Kody Blois Wraps Up China Trade Mission with Focus on Canola Dispute

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Beijing, China (Rajeev Sharma): Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, Kody Blois, has concluded a four-day trade mission to China, where he joined a Saskatchewan-led delegation focused on easing tensions over agricultural trade — particularly the ongoing dispute surrounding Canadian canola exports. From September 6 to 9, Blois participated in high-level meetings alongside Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe as part of a broader effort to address barriers affecting Canada-China trade relations. Central to the discussions were Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola products, a long-standing issue that has impacted Canadian farmers and disrupted bilateral trade. Productive Dialogue with Chinese Officials During the…