Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

18 Mar

Curfew Imposed in Nagpur After Protests Over Aurangzeb’s Grave Turn Violent

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAurangzeb grave, Bajrang Dal, curfew, Nagpur, protests, VHP

Nagpur, Match 18, 2025 : Nagpur police have imposed a curfew in multiple areas following violent protests over the demand to remove Aurangzeb's grave. The curfew, enforced under Section 163 of the Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), will remain in effect until further notice.Nagpur Police Commissioner Ravinder Kumar Singal issued the order after around 250 members of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal gathered near the Shivaji Maharaj statue in Mahal, raising slogans and demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's grave. Tensions escalated when about 100 people gathered in Bhaldarpura, disrupting public order.The curfew applies to several police station limits,…

18 Mar

PM Modi Joins Truth Social, Thanks Trump for Sharing Podcast Link

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDonald Trump, PM Modi, Truth Social

New Delhi, Match 18, 2025 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Truth Social, the social media platform popular with US President Donald Trump, marking another sign of their growing rapport. Trump shared Modi’s recent podcast with Lex Fridman on Truth Social, prompting Modi to create an account.Modi announced his arrival with a post saying he was "delighted to be on Truth Social" and looked forward to meaningful conversations. In another post, he thanked Trump for promoting his podcast, where Modi discussed his life, India’s global outlook, and other key issues.Earlier in the day, Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher…

17 Mar

“I Don’t Want to Sulk Alone”: Kohli Stands by Family Support on Tours

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSportsBCCI, Champions Trophy, cricket tours, players' families, Virat Kohli

New Delhi, Match 17, 2025– Star batter Virat Kohli has backed the presence of players’ families during cricket tours, saying it helps players handle intense on-field pressure better. Kohli expressed his preference for family support over being alone in a hotel room after tough matches.Following India's 1-3 Test series loss to Australia, the BCCI issued a directive limiting family time on tours exceeding 45 days to 14 days. For shorter tours, players’ wives, children, or girlfriends could stay with them for a maximum of one week. During the Champions Trophy in Dubai, Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Mohammed Shami had their…

17 Mar

Trump Shares Modi’s Podcast Praising Him, India-US Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, India-US trade, Lex Fridman, Narendra Modi

New Delhi, March 17, 2025 – Amid tense trade negotiations between India and the US, President Donald Trump shared Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent podcast with Lex Fridman on his Truth Social handle. In the podcast, Modi praised Trump for his courage and patriotism, highlighting the "nation first" policies of both leaders as a foundation for strong India-US ties.Modi called Trump a "great leader" and recalled how Trump described him as a tough negotiator. He said that as India’s leader, he would always put national interests first, adding that world leaders were aware of this stance. Modi pointed to the…

17 Mar

India Seeks Action Against Pro-Khalistani Elements in US, New Zealand

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaChristopher Luxon, India, Narendra Modi, pro-Khalistani

New Delhi, March 17, 2025 – India has formally conveyed its concerns to the United States and New Zealand over the activities of pro-Khalistani separatist groups operating on their soil. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh have sought stronger action from both countries to curb these separatist activities.Modi raised the issue with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon during their recent meeting. Modi highlighted the threat posed by Khalistani elements and stressed the need for cooperation to tackle them. He referenced the 2019 Christchurch terror attack and the 26/11 Mumbai attack, calling terrorism in any form “unacceptable.”"Strict…

17 Mar

Director Vinod Tewari Presents a Poster for Upcoming Film “THE UNKNOWN MIND”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainmentMovie, The Unknown Mind

Chicago, March 17, 2025: The makers of the critically acclaimed films "The Conversion" and "Teri Bhabhi Hai Pagle" have released the poster for their exciting upcoming film, "THE UNKNOWN MIND". The movie is produced by Raj Patel and Bhojraj Nawani and under the banner of Nostrum Entertainment 5.Director Vinod Tewari has previously delivered notable films "The Conversion" that have garnered attention for their bold narratives and social relevance.Film Concept and Story by Raj Patel, Written by Vandana Tiwari, and directed by Vinod Tewari, "THE UNKNOWN MIND" is a gripping tale inspired by true events and the biography of a person…

16 Mar

Tamil Nadu Replaces ₹ with ‘Ru’ in Budget, Stalin Defends Language Stand

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaLanguage Issue, MK Stalin, Rupee Symbol, Tamil Nadu Budget

Chennai, March 16, 2025 – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has defended his government’s decision to replace the rupee symbol (₹) with "Ru" in the state’s 2025-26 budget, calling it a statement of the DMK’s commitment to protecting Tamil identity. Stalin accused the Central government of trying to impose Hindi on Tamil Nadu through the National Education Policy (NEP) and framed the change as a response to that pressure.Language Commitment Behind 'Ru' Change"I had released the budget logo with 'Ru' to show how committed we are to the language policy. That’s all," Stalin said in his regular “Ungalil Oruvan”…

16 Mar

Modi Defends Handling of 2002 Gujarat Riots, Talks Pakistan, and RSS in Lex Fridman Podcast

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaGodhra, Gujarat Riots, Narendra Modi, Pakistan, Podcast, RSS

New Delhi – Prime Minister Narendra Modi has defended his handling of the 2002 Gujarat riots, calling the narrative around the incident a "false campaign" driven by political opponents. Speaking on the Lex Fridman podcast, Modi said attempts to hold him responsible for the violence were politically motivated, but the courts had thoroughly investigated the matter and cleared his name.On 2002 Gujarat RiotsModi dismissed the perception that the 2002 riots were Gujarat’s worst, pointing out that communal violence had been common in the state for decades. "Before 2002, Gujarat faced frequent riots over trivial issues like kite-flying contests or bicycle…

16 Mar

India, New Zealand Begin FTA Negotiations as Kiwi PM Visits Delhi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaChristopher Luxon, India-New Zealand FTA, Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, March 16, 2025 – India and New Zealand have officially launched negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) aimed at boosting bilateral trade and strengthening economic ties. The announcement came shortly after New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon arrived in New Delhi on a five-day official visit. Unlocking New Trade Opportunities Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the FTA negotiations aim to create a "comprehensive and mutually beneficial" agreement that enhances supply chain integration and market access. Bilateral trade between India and New Zealand crossed $1 billion between April 2024 and January 2025, reflecting steady growth."This milestone reflects…

16 Mar

Top LeT Commander Zia-ur-Rehman Killed in Pakistan Attack

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaJammu and Kashmir, Lashkar-e-Taiba, NIA, Poonch-Rajouri, Zia-ur-Rehman

New Delhi, March 16, 2025 – Zia-ur-Rehman, a top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander wanted for multiple deadly terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, was shot dead by gunmen in Pakistan's Jhelum area on Saturday evening, officials confirmed on Sunday. Rehman’s security guard was also killed in the attack. Key Handler of Major Terror Attacks Rehman, 43, was considered the most trusted handler of LeT founder Hafiz Saeed, the mastermind behind the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. He was responsible for planning multiple attacks in the Poonch-Rajouri region of Jammu and Kashmir. Investigations by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) linked him to the…