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21 Jun

India’s Evacuation Mission in Iran Now Covers Nepalese and Sri Lankans Amid Escalating Conflict

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsIndia, Iran

Tehran/New Delhi (National Times): As part of its expanding humanitarian mission in Iran, India has decided to evacuate citizens of Nepal and Sri Lanka alongside its own nationals under the ongoing Operation Sindhu. This move comes after formal appeals from both South Asian countries and reflects India's growing role as a regional stabilizer. In the early hours of Saturday, a special Air India flight from Ashgabat, staging ground for the operation, landed in New Delhi at 3:00 AM, bringing home more evacuees. With this, the total number of Indians repatriated from Iran has reached 517. The Indian Embassy in Tehran…

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…

20 Jun

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Reaffirms Punjab’s Focus on Water Conservation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): Hours after Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah sparked controversy by publicly refusing to share water with Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann issued a firm yet focused response through a tweet that underscored Punjab’s commitment to sustainable water management rather than political sparring. "Every drop of Punjab’s water is precious," Mann posted, following a high-level meeting held with officials and ministers from the Water Resources Department on Thursday. The Chief Minister announced the formulation of an Integrated State Water Plan, aimed at water conservation and management down to the block level. The plan, Mann said, will…

20 Jun

Vancouver MP Jenny Kwan Demands Canada Cut Intelligence Ties with India, Labels Nijjar Killing a Sovereignty Crisis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, India, Jenny Kwan

Vancouver (National Times): NDP Member of Parliament Jenny Kwan has issued a direct challenge to Prime Minister Mark Carney, urging his government to sever all security and intelligence cooperation with India amid explosive allegations of transnational repression. In an open letter published Tuesday, Kwan referred to recent findings by the RCMP and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) which reinforce suspicions that Indian officials were involved in the targeted killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Kwan also criticized the government's decision to welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet members to the G7 Summit in Canada. “India’s…

20 Jun

J&K CM Omar Abdullah Rejects Canal Proposal, Says “Why should I send water to Punjab?”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingJammu and Kashmir, Punjab

Jammu (National Times): Amid rising concerns over regional water security, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has categorically rejected a central proposal to construct a 113 km-long canal to transfer excess water from rivers in J&K to Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. In an emphatic statement, Abdullah said, “There is a drought-like situation in Jammu. Why should I send water to Punjab? Punjab already had water under the Indus Water Treaty. Did they help us when we needed water?” The proposed canal, intended to optimize water usage across northern India, aims to divert surplus flow from the western rivers of…

19 Jun

PM Modi Gifts Brass Bodhi Tree to Canadian PM Mark Carney During G7 Visit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingG7 Summit, Mark Carney, PM Modi

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a gesture rich with cultural symbolism and spiritual significance, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney with a handcrafted Brass Bodhi Tree sculpture during his official visit to Canada for the G7 Summit. The elegant sculpture, crafted by artisans from Bihar, represents the sacred Bodhi tree under which Lord Buddha attained enlightenment in Bodh Gaya. The intricately designed brass artwork features delicately shaped leaves and branches, capturing both the natural beauty and profound meaning of the tree in Buddhist tradition. In Buddhism, the Bodhi tree is a revered symbol of wisdom, inner…

19 Jun

PM Modi Gifts Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Exquisite Ebony Jali Box During G7 Summit Visit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingDanielle Smith, G7 Summit, Narendra Modi

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): During his visit to Canada for the G7 Summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a handcrafted ebony wood jali box to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, symbolizing India’s rich cultural heritage and its centuries-old artisanal traditions. The intricately designed presentation box hails from Rajasthan and is made from rare, dark Indian ebony wood. Adorned with a hand-painted peacock—a national symbol of grace and beauty, the box features delicate silver inlay work known as Nakkashi, an art form that dates back hundreds of years. The peacock, painted in vivid hues, sits atop a lid that showcases the elegance…

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…

19 Jun

Ludhiana West Bypoll: Chaos Erupts at Booth No. 72 Amid Voting, Woman Alleges Vote Tampering

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana

Ludhiana (National Times): The Ludhiana West Assembly bypoll witnessed significant chaos at polling booth number 72 on Thursday morning during voting, as a woman raised serious allegations of vote tampering, escalating tensions at the site. Mamta Ashu, wife of Congress candidate Bharat Bhushan Ashu, was present at the booth and engaged in a heated argument with the police. She accused the police of failing to maintain impartiality in the voting process and acting in favor of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Sanjeev Arora. AAP candidate Sanjeev Arora was also present at the booth, further intensifying the controversy. Mamta Ashu claimed…

18 Jun

No More Toll Hassles: Govt Launches Rs 3,000 Annual FASTag Pass for Highway Commuters

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingFASTag

New Delhi (National Times): In a first-of-its-kind move, the Government of India will roll out a FASTag-based Annual Toll Pass for non-commercial private vehicles starting August 15, 2025, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced today. The pass, costing Rs 3,000, will be valid for 200 toll trips or one year, whichever comes first, across all National Highways in the country. It is exclusively meant for private cars, jeeps, and vans. The Annual Pass comes in response to widespread public frustration over frequent toll deductions and bottlenecks, particularly at plazas less than 60 km apart. “This policy is designed to eliminate those…