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17 Jul

US Embassy Issues Visa Warning After Indian Woman Caught Shoplifting in Illinois

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsUS

New Delhi / Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The US Embassy in India has issued a strong advisory warning that engaging in criminal activities such as theft, assault, or burglary in the United States could lead to the revocation of a visa and ineligibility for future US visas. The announcement follows a widely reported incident involving an Indian woman accused of shoplifting from a Target store in Illinois. In a social media post on X (formerly Twitter), the Embassy emphasized the seriousness of such offenses, stating: “Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues –…

16 Jul

Putin Firm on Ukraine War Goals Despite Trump’s Sanctions Threats, Kremlin Sources Say

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, NATO, Putin, Russia sanctions, Ukraine war

Moscow/Kyiv, July 16, 2025: Russian President Vladimir Putin remains determined to continue the war in Ukraine until Western nations engage with him on his terms for peace, undeterred by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest threats of tougher sanctions, sources close to the Kremlin said.According to three individuals familiar with Kremlin thinking, Putin believes that both Russia’s economy and its military are strong enough to endure further Western measures. These sources indicated that as Russian forces gain ground, Putin’s territorial demands could expand even further.Earlier this week, Trump voiced frustration over Putin’s refusal to agree to a ceasefire. He announced a…

16 Jul

NATO Chief Warns India, China, Brazil of Heavy Sanctions Over Russia Ties Amid Trump’s Ultimatum

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsBrazil, China, Donald Trump, India, Mark Rutte, NATO, secondary sanctions

Washington DC, July 17, 2025: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stark warning to nations like Brazil, China, and India, cautioning that they could face severe economic consequences if they continue business relations with Russia amid heightened Western pressure over the Ukraine war.Speaking to reporters on Wednesday after meetings with US lawmakers, Rutte urged leaders in Beijing, New Delhi, and Brasília to reassess their ties with Moscow in the wake of looming secondary sanctions threatened by US President Donald Trump.“My encouragement to these three countries, particularly is, if you live now in Beijing, or in Delhi, or you…

16 Jul

Air India Flight AI186 from Vancouver to Delhi Encounters Significant Service Failures, Further Eroding Passenger Trust

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, India, Trending, World NewsAir India

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Passengers on board Air India Flight AI186 from Vancouver to Delhi on 15th July, experienced a disappointing journey, raising serious concerns regarding the airline's service quality. The long-haul flight was plagued by several issues, including malfunctioning entertainment systems and unresponsive in-flight staff, under the command of Pilot Parshant Pankaj.According to passengers, entertainment screens for nearly half the seats were non-functional throughout the flight. "The crew had no explanation—just repeated apologies," said one frustrated traveler. The situation is particularly alarming given the recent incident involving an Air India flight from London, which left many passengers shaken. Travelers stated…

14 Jul

Kentucky Church Shooting: Two Women Killed, Suspect Shot Dead by Police

nishuthapar10 CommentsTrending, World NewsKentucky Church Shooting

Lexington, Kentucky (National Times): A tragic shooting incident on Sunday morning at the Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky, left two women dead and two men injured. The suspect responsible was later shot and killed by law enforcement, according to CNN, citing local officials. The series of events began around 11:35 a.m. ET when a Kentucky State Police officer attempted to pull over a vehicle on Terminal Drive near Blue Grass Airport after a license plate reader alert. During the stop, the officer was shot by the suspect, who then fled the scene, carjacked another vehicle, and drove roughly…

13 Jul

Shehbaz Sharif Clarifies Pakistan’s Nuclear Policy, Dismisses Rumours of Zardari’s Exit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsPakistan, Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad (National Times): Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has firmly rejected the possibility of deploying nuclear weapons during the recent military standoff with India, stressing that the country’s nuclear arsenal is intended solely for self-defence and peaceful purposes. Speaking to a group of students in Islamabad, Sharif addressed the concerns that arose following a four-day military confrontation between India and Pakistan, which resulted in the deaths of 55 Pakistani citizens. While affirming that Pakistan had responded "with full might" to Indian airstrikes, Sharif emphasized that nuclear weapons are “not for aggression.” “Pakistan’s nuclear programme exists for national security and peace.…

13 Jul

Mark Carney Vows to Defend Canadian Workers as Trump Threatens 35% Tariffs on Imports

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Trending, World NewsCanada, Mark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday pledged to stand firm in defense of Canadian workers and businesses as the August 1 deadline looms for sweeping new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a dramatic escalation in duties on a wide range of Canadian imports, hiking tariffs to 35%, intensifying trade tensions between the two allies. In a post shared on the social media platform X, Carney emphasized Canada’s commitment to protecting its economic sovereignty and workforce amid the ongoing dispute. “Throughout the current trade negotiations with the United…

12 Jul

Israeli Airstrikes Kill Dozens in Gaza as Ceasefire Efforts Stall

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld Newscivilian casualties, Gaza airstrikes, Israel-Hamas war, Rafah shooting

Tel Aviv/Gaza, July 12, 2025 — Israeli airstrikes pounded parts of the Gaza Strip late Friday and Saturday, killing at least 28 Palestinians, including four children, as hopes for a ceasefire appeared to stall despite U.S. diplomatic efforts.Palestinian hospital officials reported that the strikes devastated central and southern Gaza, with 13 people, among them children and two women, killed in Deir al-Balah, according to staff at Al-Aqsa Martyr’s Hospital. Another 15 deaths were confirmed in Khan Younis, said doctors at Nasser Hospital.The Israeli military offered no immediate comment on civilian casualties from the latest bombings.Separately, at least 24 Palestinians were…

12 Jul

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

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSports, Trending, World NewsDaljit Singh Rana, USA

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,…

11 Jul

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in Virtual Meeting of Coalition of the Willing

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Trending, World NewsMark Carney, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney participated in a high-level virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on Thursday, reaffirming Canada’s steadfast commitment to Ukraine in the face of ongoing Russian aggression. The meeting, convened to coordinate global support for Ukraine, was co-chaired by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also joined the discussion, alongside senior American figures including Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal, and U.S. Special Envoy General Keith Kellogg. During the meeting, the Coalition unanimously condemned Russia’s latest missile strikes on Ukraine and pledged continued military,…