Rajeev Sharma

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India Scraps Trans-Shipment Facility for Bangladesh Citing Congestion and Political Tensions
09 Apr

India Scraps Trans-Shipment Facility for Bangladesh Citing Congestion and Political Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
New Delhi, April 9, 2025: India has withdrawn the trans-shipment facility extended to Bangladesh in 2020, citing severe congestion at its airports and seaports. The decision comes in the wake of controversial remarks by Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, who described India’s Northeast as “landlocked” and supported Chinese autonomy in the region.The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the facility, which allowed Bangladeshi cargo to move through Indian land customs stations en route to ports and airports for shipment to third countries, had become unsustainable.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the growing backlog and delays were affecting India's own trade efficiency.…
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Passenger Urinates on Co-Traveller Aboard Air India Flight from Delhi to Bangkok, Probe Ordered
09 Apr

Passenger Urinates on Co-Traveller Aboard Air India Flight from Delhi to Bangkok, Probe Ordered

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi, April 9, 2025: A shocking incident of unruly in-flight behavior unfolded aboard Air India flight AI2336 on Wednesday, when an Indian passenger allegedly urinated on a fellow traveller en route from Delhi to Bangkok.Air India confirmed the incident in an official statement, saying the crew acted according to protocol and reported the matter to the relevant authorities. "The crew followed all laid down procedures, and the matter has been reported. In addition to warning the unruly passenger, our crew offered to assist the aggrieved passenger to file a grievance with authorities in Bangkok, which was declined at the…
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Premier Danielle Smith is heading to Montreal and Ottawa from April 9 to 11
09 Apr

Premier Danielle Smith is heading to Montreal and Ottawa from April 9 to 11

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada,
Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith is heading to Montreal and Ottawa from April 9 to 11 to explore avenues to enhance interprovincial and international trade and investment ties. While in Montreal, Premier Smith will be focused on building connections and opportunities between Alberta and Quebec in meetings with Quebec-based private sector leaders in energy, manufacturing, aviation and transportation. Discussions will be centered on highlighting Alberta as a partner of choice for trade and investment, as well as identifying opportunities to remove red tape and barriers to interprovincial trade. “As a nation, we are facing a great amount of uncertainty…
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Alberta proposes amendments to modernize and streamline municipal processes
09 Apr

Alberta proposes amendments to modernize and streamline municipal processes

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada
Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring that Albertans’ local governments are strong and collaborative and that their investments in new homes are protected. That is why Alberta’s government is proposing amendments through the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2025 to modernize and streamline municipal processes in the Local Authorities Election Act, the Municipal Government Act, and the New Home Buyer Protection Act. These amendments build upon previous legislative changes. “We’re proposing updates to legislation to ensure that Albertans’ local governments deliver them the best results by working collaboratively, and that their investments in new homes are protected. Our proposed amendments are based off…
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Alberta’s Ethnocultural Grant Program supports community-driven multicultural initiatives across province
09 Apr

Alberta’s Ethnocultural Grant Program supports community-driven multicultural initiatives across province

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada
Calgary (National Times): Alberta’s government is committed to fostering a province where people from all backgrounds are valued and respected. One way of doing this is through the Ethnocultural Grant Program that supports vibrant and welcoming multicultural communities. Budget 2025 provides $12 million over three years to continue promoting cross-cultural knowledge and understanding while celebrating and supporting cultural diversity and Indigenous cultures. “Alberta is filled with vibrant, multicultural communities, and these grants support community-led initiatives that provide many ethnocultural groups with the opportunity to share their unique heritage with Albertans. This is multiculturalism in action.”Muhammad Yaseen, Minister of Immigration and…
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Alberta Govt Advancing cancer care and organ tissue services
09 Apr

Alberta Govt Advancing cancer care and organ tissue services

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada
Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is ensuring that key health care services are well supported within the new refocused health care system. Significant progress has been made to achieve the goal of providing better care to all Albertans, no matter where they live. Three of the four provincial health agencies are now operational: Primary Care Alberta, Acute Care Alberta, and Recovery Alberta. Assisted Living Alberta will be operational later this year. As the work to transition AHS to a hospital-based service provider under the oversight of Acute Care Alberta continues, Alberta’s government is taking additional steps to ensure that Alberta’s…
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Mark Carney Counters Harper’s Remarks, Highlights His Role in Managing 2008 Economic Turmoil
09 Apr

Mark Carney Counters Harper’s Remarks, Highlights His Role in Managing 2008 Economic Turmoil

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, ,
Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal leader Mark Carney responded firmly on Tuesday after former Prime Minister Stephen Harper downplayed his economic leadership during a political rally supporting Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. Speaking at a campaign event in Edmonton on Monday night, Harper drew comparisons between Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, both of whom previously served under his government. Harper voiced his preference for Poilievre, stating that he himself managed Canada's response to the 2008 financial crisis, implying Mark Carney overstated his own involvement. However, Mark Carney, who served as Governor of the Bank of Canada during the…
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Canada Enforces 25% Tariff on Select US Vehicle Imports Amid Trade Tensions
09 Apr

Canada Enforces 25% Tariff on Select US Vehicle Imports Amid Trade Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada
Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has officially started enforcing a 25 percent tariff on certain automobile imports from the United States, marking a significant development amid the ongoing trade dispute with Washington. The tariff's enforcement took effect just after midnight on Wednesday. It is reportedly a direct response to US tariffs imposed under the administration of President Donald Trump. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne issued a statement on Tuesday, stating Canada’s resolve: “Our government will continue to push back strongly against any unjustified and unreasonable trade actions.” The new tariff, initially unveiled by Prime Minister Mark Carney last week, targets vehicles imported…
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Canada Increases Minimum Wage, A Huge Relief for Indian Workers and Students
09 Apr

Canada Increases Minimum Wage, A Huge Relief for Indian Workers and Students

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada
Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a move aimed at easing financial pressure amid soaring living costs, the Canadian government has announced a major relief for Indian workers and students through an increase in the federal minimum wage. The decision is expected to particularly benefit the large Indian diaspora residing in the country. Effective from April 1, the hourly federal minimum wage for employees in federally regulated private-sector jobs has been increased from CAD 17.30 to CAD 17.75. The 2.4 percent hike showcases Canada’s efforts to adjust wages in line with inflation, as determined by the annual Consumer Price Index. Steven MacKinnon,…
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Trump Imposes 104% Tariff on China, White House Declares “America Will Not Break”
09 Apr

Trump Imposes 104% Tariff on China, White House Declares “America Will Not Break”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld News, , ,
Washington DC, April 9, 2025: In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, the White House on Tuesday announced that the United States will impose a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting Wednesday. The move comes amid a deepening rift between the world’s two largest economies, following a tit-for-tat series of tariff hikes.White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, during a press briefing, defended the decision as a necessary response to China’s recent retaliatory tariffs. “It was a mistake for China to retaliate. When America is punched, he punches back harder,” Leavitt said, referring to President Donald Trump’s stance. “That’s why there…
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