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22 Jun

Tensions Soar as Iran Declares All Americans in West Asia ‘Targets’ Following US Strikes on Nuclear Sites

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Israel, US

Tehran/Washington (National Times): Iran issued a stark warning to the United States on Saturday, declaring that all American personnel and citizens in West Asia are now considered targets, following U.S. airstrikes on three key Iranian nuclear facilities, Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. In a broadcast on Iranian state television, Tehran condemned the attacks as a violation of its sovereignty and accused Washington of committing “a crime against Iran.” The message, aimed directly at U.S. President Donald Trump, stated: “Mr. President of the United States, you started it — and we will end it.” The segment aired alongside graphics highlighting U.S. military…

22 Jun

Here’s what Donald Trump said after US Launches Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Amid Escalating Conflict with Israel

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington, D.C. (National Times): In a dramatic escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, the United States has carried out targeted strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. The high-stakes operation was confirmed by President Donald Trump, who issued a series of strong-worded statements late Tuesday night. Labeling Iran as the "bully of the Middle East," Trump warned Tehran that if peace is not pursued urgently, future military responses from the U.S. would be "far greater and easier." Referencing decades of Iranian hostility, Trump said, “For 40 years, Iran has been saying…

22 Jun

Trump says bombs dropped on 3 nuclear sites in Iran

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Iran

Washington (Bureau): President Donald Trump said U.S. air forces dropped bombs on three nuclear sites in Iran today."We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan," he said on Truth Social in a statement also distributed to media via email. Trump said the planes involved are now outside of Iranian airspace. Trump last week said he would mull over U.S. participation in Israel's strikes against Iran and come up with a decision within two weeks, giving today's airstrikes an element of surprise "NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE!" the president…

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…