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28 Apr

Iran proposes fresh peace plan to US amid tensions, links talks to Strait of Hormuz reopening

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Rajeev Sharma :- Amid continuing tensions between Iran and the United States, diplomatic engagement appears to be moving through backchannel efforts, with Tehran reportedly sending a fresh peace proposal to Washington aimed at de-escalation. While there are no formal indications of a second round of direct talks, sources suggest that negotiations are quietly underway to explore a possible resolution. According to inputs, Iran’s latest proposal places key conditions, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire, and the lifting of economic sanctions. Notably, Tehran has suggested deferring discussions on its nuclear programme to a later stage, signalling a…

22 Apr

US-Iran ceasefire: Trump extends truce on Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir’s request as Hormuz blockade continues

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Rajeev Sharma :- US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced an extention of the ceasefire with Iran asserting that the truce would remain intact until Iranian leaders present a unified proposal and ongoing discussions are concluded. While conforming the development, Trump on his social media Truth Social said that the decision was taken ater a request from Pakistan to delay further military action and allow time for diplomacy. “Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, not unexpectedly so and, upon the request of Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, of Pakistan, we…

03 Feb

New Delhi to stop buying Russian oil: Trump says as US, India seal trade deal after overnight call

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsDonald Trump, India, PM Narendra Modi, USA

National Times Bureau :- US President Donald Trump on Monday announced a reduction in reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, shortly after holding a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The move signalled a thaw in India–US relations, which had recently been strained by steep trade duties. Responding to Trump’s post on Truth Social, Prime Minister Modi said that “Made in India” products would now face a reduced tariff of 18 per cent. According to Reuters, the Trump administration has also decided to lift the additional 25 per cent tariff imposed over India’s…

10 Dec

US revokes 85,000 visas since January amid massive immigration and security crackdown

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National Times Bureau :- The U.S. State Department said on Tuesday that it has revoked 85,000 visas since January, highlighting how quickly the Trump administration is tightening immigration enforcement and national-security checks. In a post on X, the department wrote: “85,000 visa revocations since January. President Trump and Secretary Rubio follow one simple mandate, and they won’t stop anytime soon.” The post also featured an image of Trump with the slogan “Make America Safe Again,” underscoring that visa restrictions are a key part of the administration’s security strategy.A State Department official told CNN that the total includes over 8,000 student…

27 Nov

‘Act of Terror’: Trump Sends Additional Troops After Two Soldiers Shot Near White House

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National Times Bureau :- President Donald Trump strongly condemned the shooting of two National Guard soldiers near the White House, calling it a “terrible attack” and “an act of terror.” He ordered the Pentagon to send 500 more troops to Washington, DC. The two soldiers from the West Virginia National Guard were attacked on Wednesday afternoon just a few blocks from the White House, leading to an immediate lockdown as police and security forces rushed to the scene. At the time of the incident, Trump was at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida for Thanksgiving. "On the eve of the Thanksgiving…

09 Nov

Two gangsters on India’s most wanted list arrested in Georgia, US; to be deported soon

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant breakthrough, Indian security agencies arrested two of India's most wanted gangsters, who have been operating abroad. Security agency officials, including those from the Haryana Police, arrested Venkatesh Garg in Georgia, while Bhanu Rana was arrested in the United States. Rana is linked to the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Both Garg and Rana are expected to be deported to India soon. At present, more than two dozen notorious Indian gangsters are operating from abroad, recruiting new members and managing criminal networks. Venkatesh Garg Linked To BSP Leader’s Murder The crackdown on Garg and Rana…

08 Nov

US to deny visa to applicants with diabetes, heart diseases and other chronic illnesses

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National Times Bureau :- Trump administration has issued fresh directives strengthening visa rules for foreign nationals with chronic health conditions like diabetes, heart disease or obesity that could possibly mean denial of visas and permanent residency. According to the guidelines issued by the State Department, visa officers have been instructed to flag applicants whose medical conditions including, but not limited to, cardiovascular diseases, cancers, diabetes, metabolic disorders, neurological conditions, mental health issues, and obesity, may require "hundreds of thousands of dollars' worth of care", according to the report. The guidance said that such people could become a "public charge" —…

26 Oct

US deports Bishnoi gang fugitive Lakhwinder Singh, Haryana Police makes arrest

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, India, World NewsArrested, Gangster, Haryana Police, Lakhwinder Lucky, Lawrence Bishnoi, USA

National Times Bureau :- The Haryana Police’s Special Task Force (STF) has made a significant breakthrough in its crackdown on organised crime by arresting gangster Lakhwinder Singh, alias Lakha — a close aide of Lawrence Bishnoi — following his deportation from the United States. Lakha, a native of Titram village in Kaithal district, had reportedly been running operations from the US since 2022 under the instructions of Anmol Bishnoi, police said. He is accused of involvement in about a dozen cases of extortion and firing linked to organised crime across Haryana and Punjab. Officials said several FIRs were filed against…

31 Aug

India Post Suspends All Mail Services to the US, Announces Refund Scheme for Customers

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National Times Bureau :- India Post has announced a complete suspension of all categories of mail services to the United States, including letters, documents, and gifts valued up to $100, citing recent trade-related concerns. The decision, communicated through an official press release on August 31, affects both private and commercial dispatches. Customers who have already booked parcels that have yet to be dispatched will be eligible for a full refund of postal charges, the department stated in an update on X. The suspension is expected to continue until further notice, with officials urging senders to stay updated on resumption timelines

12 Jul

Punjab Police Officer Daljit Singh Rana Breaks Javelin Record at International Police Games in USA

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Rupnagar/Atlanta (National Times): In a moment of immense pride for India and Punjab, Senior Punjab Police officer S. Daljit Singh Rana has shattered a long-standing javelin throw record at the prestigious International Police Games held in Atlanta, USA, on July 1, 2025. The feat, which saw him break the previous record set in 2005, not only elevated the stature of Punjab Police on a global platform but also brought international recognition to the Rupnagar district, the sacred region of Shri Anandpur Sahib, and his native village Dabur. Lauding the remarkable achievement, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains expressed his admiration,…