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20 Jun

SGPC Urged to Take Immediate Action to Evacuate Guru Granth Sahib Saroops from Iran Amid Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Israel, SGPC

Amritsar/Tehran (National Times): With rising tensions in Iran due to the Israel-Iran conflict, calls for the urgent evacuation of sacred Sikh scriptures from the region have grown louder. The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA) has made an emotional appeal to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), urging immediate action to protect the saroops (physical copies) of Guru Granth Sahib Ji from the Bhai Ganga Singh Sabha Gurdwara in Tehran. NAPA Executive Director Satnam Singh Chahal has requested the SGPC to send a team of five dedicated Sikhs on a chartered flight to bring back the saroops with full maryada (religious…

19 Jun

China, Egypt Urge Immediate Ceasefire Amid Escalating Middle East Crisis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsChina, egypt, Iran, Israel

Beijing/Cairo (National Times) — In a crucial diplomatic exchange, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty to discuss the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Middle East, expressing deep concern over Israel's recent military actions and the escalating regional tensions. Wang Yi sharply criticized Israel’s operations, stating that its conduct “disregards international law and global norms,” warning that such actions risk pushing the region to the brink of uncontrollable conflict. He called on all parties—particularly Israel—to prioritize the safety, well-being, and interests of people across the region. “China is deeply concerned that the…

18 Jun

“Dialogue and Diplomacy Only Path”, Says Modi in Croatia Amid Global Turbulence

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsAndrej Plenković, dialogue not warfare, India–Croatia diplomacy, PM Modi Croatia visit

Zagreb, June 18, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined the importance of peaceful diplomacy during his meeting with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković in Zagreb. He and Plenković agreed that whether in Europe or Asia, “solutions to problems cannot come from battlefields” and reaffirmed that dialogue and diplomacy must lead efforts to resolve global challenges.The two leaders also committed to accelerating bilateral cooperation. Modi announced plans to triple the pace of India–Croatia ties and strengthen defence collaboration. He thanked Croatia for its steadfast support in India’s fight against cross-border terrorism and expressed optimism about deepening partnerships in areas such…

18 Jun

Iran Warns U.S. Against Direct Involvement in Israel–Iran Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAli Bahreini, Ayatollah Khamenei, Iran warns U.S., Israel–Iran conflict

Geneva, June 18, 2025 — Iran has warned the United States that any direct military involvement in the Israel–Iran conflict would trigger a firm and potentially broader response. The warning was issued by Iran’s UN Ambassador Ali Bahreini, who stated that Tehran perceives Washington as complicit in Israel’s strikes and plans to set a clear “red line.” Should the U.S. cross that threshold, Iran has vowed to respond strongly.Ambassador Bahreini emphasized that while the U.S. has so far been limited to indirect actions such as assisting in intercepting missiles and reinforcing military assets in the region a direct engagement would…

18 Jun

India Firmly Rejects Mediation on Kashmir, PM Modi Tells Trump in Phone Call

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsDonald Trump, Narendra Modi

New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated that India has never accepted, and will never accept, any third-party mediation on the Kashmir issue. This strong message was conveyed to U.S. President Donald Trump during a 35-minute phone call late Tuesday, according to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The conversation took place while PM Modi was in Canada for the G7 Summit and came at Trump’s request, primarily to discuss details of Operation Sindoor—India’s military retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, which targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). “Prime Minister Modi made it unequivocally clear that…

18 Jun

Grand Welcome for PM Modi by Indian Community in Calgary Amid Rainy Weather

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Trending, World NewsCanada, G7 Summit, Narendra Modi

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a heartfelt show of unity and patriotism, the Indian community in Calgary gathered in large numbers today to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Despite the rainy and unfavorable weather conditions, the crowd remained enthusiastic and committed, waving Indian flags and wearing traditional Indian attire. The event served as a symbol of the strong bond between India and Canada, with participants expressing hope for improved diplomatic ties and peaceful cooperation between the two nations. The gathering was not only a gesture of welcome for Prime Minister Modi but also a call for harmony and solidarity among global…

18 Jun

Carney and Meloni Unveil New Initiatives on AI, Clean Energy, Defence, and Trade Expansion

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, World NewsAI, Canadian PM Carney, Energy, Italian PM Meloni, New Innovations

Kananaskis, Alberta ( Rajeev Sharma): On the sidelines of the G7 Summit, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed the significance of the Canada–Italy partnership, underscoring their shared commitment to promoting global peace, the rule of law, economic prosperity, and the resilience of international institutions.The meeting marked a significant moment in the implementation of the Italy–Canada Roadmap for Enhanced Collaboration, first introduced last year. The leaders reviewed achievements to date, including the establishment of a Joint Advisory Group on Artificial Intelligence, a Joint Statement on Critical Minerals, and growing cooperation across key sectors such as…

17 Jun

US Deploys Fighter Jets to Middle East as Israel-Iran Conflict Deepens

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsIsrael Iran war, Operation Rising Lion, Pentagon deployment, US fighter jets Middle East

Washington, June 17, 2025 – The United States has begun moving fighter jets and additional military assets to strategic locations in the Middle East amid intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran, officials confirmed on Monday.The decision comes as Israel’s air campaign against Iran enters its second week, triggering fears of a wider regional war. US defense officials stated that the movement of jets is aimed at deterring further escalation and protecting American troops and assets stationed across the region.According to Pentagon sources, the reinforcements include F-35 and F-15 fighter aircraft, supported by refueling and intelligence-gathering units. These jets are expected…

17 Jun

Israel vs Iran War: Trump Demands ‘Unconditional Surrender’ from Iran, Says “We Know Where Supreme Leader is Hiding”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington, D.C. (National Times): Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump reignited tensions in the Middle East on Tuesday with a series of aggressive posts on his Truth Social platform, directly addressing Iran’s Supreme Leader and boasting about American military superiority. Trump claimed that the United States now enjoys “complete and total control of the skies over Iran,” dismissing the effectiveness of Tehran’s air defense systems. “Iran had good sky trackers and other defensive equipment, and plenty of it,” he wrote, “but it doesn’t compare to American-made, conceived, and manufactured ‘stuff.’ Nobody does it better than the good ol’ USA.” In…

17 Jun

Trump Reignites Debate at G7 Summit, Calls for Russia’s Return to the Group

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, World NewsAlberta summit, Donald Trump, G7 Summit 2025, Russia G8 return, Vladimir Putin

Alberta, Canada — U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred diplomatic waters by repeating his long-standing demand to reinstate Russia into the G7, transforming it back into the G8. Speaking during the opening sessions of the G7 Summit in Alberta, Trump argued that excluding Russia was “counterproductive” and said the global stage needed Moscow “at the table, not outside the door.”This is the third consecutive G7 summit where Trump has advocated for Russia’s return, calling the current format “outdated and hypocritical.” According to sources present at the closed-door meeting, Trump insisted that Russia’s voice was essential for any meaningful…