16.5°C Vancouver

News

america-to-deport-2nd-batch-of-illegal-immigrants-to-india
IndiaFeb 13, 2025

America to deport 2nd batch of illegal immigrants to India

The US will soon deport another batch of 170-180 illegal immigrants to India. This would be the second batch of immigrants to be deported by the US government. Earlier this month, 104 Indian migrants were deported from the US. Though official confirmation from Indian officials is awaited, the US administration sources have said that the deportation could take place this week only. Earlier, the first batch had landed at the Shri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar. However, no confirmation yet on where the second batch will land. The US action comes as Prime Minister Narendra Mod
dallewal-may-attend-february-14-meeting-in-chandigarh
IndiaFeb 12, 2025

Dallewal May Attend February 14 Meeting in Chandigarh

Jagjit Singh Dallewal, leader of the non-political Sanyukt Kisan Morcha, may attend the meeting in Chandigarh on February 14 between Punjab farmers and the Center, according to a farmer leader. The leader confirmed that while Dallewal's health may limit his participation, he will make every effort to attend the meeting and present his views. It is worth noting that in the previous meeting, the Central Government proposed a five-year plan to purchase certain crops at the minimum support price, but no consensus was reached on all of the farmers' demands. Farmers have continuously called for a l
india-to-introduce-strict-laws-on-illegal-immigration-and-fake-documents
IndiaFeb 12, 2025

India to Introduce Strict Laws on Illegal Immigration and Fake Documents

The Indian government is set to introduce stringent laws regarding entry into the country without a valid visa or passport. Under the proposed laws, foreign nationals who enter India without the required travel documents could face imprisonment for up to five years and a fine of up to Rs 5 lakh. Additionally, those attempting to enter India using fake documents will face even harsher penalties, including a seven-year prison sentence and a fine of Rs 10 lakh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government plans to present a new bill addressing these issues during the upcoming budget session of Pa
trump-initiates-talks-with-putin-to-end-the-war-in-ukraine
CanadaFeb 12, 2025

Trump Initiates Talks with Putin to End the War in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump has engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an effort to bring an end to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump urged both Russia and Ukraine to begin negotiations for peace. Trump confirmed the conversation in a post on his social media platform. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine began three years ago, with Moscow launching the initial attack. In response to the invasion, the US and other NATO countries have provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in military aid and economic assistance. Trump also revealed that he and President Putin have
trudeau-responds-to-trumps-remarks-on-canada-u-s-union
CanadaFeb 12, 2025

Trudeau Responds to Trump's Remarks on Canada-U.S. Union

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has strongly rebuffed President Donald Trump’s recent comments about merging Canada with the United States. In response to a question from reporters, Trudeau dismissed the notion of Canada becoming the 51st state as "useless," asserting that it will never happen. Nevertheless, Trudeau emphasized the importance of taking such remarks seriously. Speaking to the media in Brussels, Belgium, where he was attending meetings to bolster Canada’s ties with European allies, Trudeau added that while Canada does not wish to provoke a trade war with the U.S., it will resp
1984-sikh-genocide-case-sajjan-kumar-convicted
IndiaFeb 12, 2025

1984 Sikh Genocide Case: Sajjan Kumar Convicted

A Delhi court has convicted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar for the murder of two people in the Saraswati Vihar area of Delhi during the 1984 Sikh Genocide. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja has scheduled February 18 for arguments on sentencing. The 79-year-old Sajjan Kumar is already serving a life sentence in another case related to the Sikh Genocide. He has been lodged in Tihar Jail since December 31, 2018, after surrendering upon being sentenced to life imprisonment.
sukhbir-singh-badals-daughters-wedding-witnesses-high-profile-attendance
IndiaFeb 12, 2025

Sukhbir Singh Badal’s Daughter’s Wedding Witnesses High-Profile Attendance

Former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister and Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal’s elder daughter, Harkirat Kaur Badal, tied the knot with NRI Tejbir Singh in a grand wedding held in Mehrauli, Delhi, on Wednesday. The ceremony was conducted as per Sikh traditions. Prominent attendees included Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Anurag Thakur, and Piyush Goyal, along with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. Additionally, former Patiala MP Preneet Kaur, Dera Beas chief Baba Gurinder Singh Dhillon, spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, and other political and religious figures graced the occ
canadian-steel-industry-concerned-over-trumps-tariffs
CanadaFeb 12, 2025

Canadian Steel Industry Concerned Over Trump’s Tariffs

The Canadian steel industry is expressing serious concerns over tariffs imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Experts warn that these tariffs could negatively impact workers in manufacturing sectors such as shipbuilding and automaking on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border. Hamilton is expected to face significant challenges as it is home to Canada’s largest steel producer, ArcelorMittal Dofasco, and Stelco, another major steel manufacturer. Goran Calic, an associate professor at McMaster University specializing in strategic management, suggests that the government could provide s
b-c-snowpack-at-72-of-normal-as-of-feb-1-after-extremely-dry-january
BCFeb 12, 2025

B.C. snowpack at 72% of normal as of Feb. 1 after 'extremely dry' January

British Columbia's latest snow and water supply bulletin says it was "extremely dry" across much of the province last month, with average snowpack measuring 28 per cent below normal as of Feb. 1. The latest snow pack figures released Tuesday come after the province started the year with a snowpack at 13 per cent below normal. The bulletin, release by from the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, says last month fell within the top 10 driest Januaries across much of the province, while Abbotsford, Penticton, Kelowna, Vernon, Cranbrook and Chetwynd were in the top five since record-

Just In

richmond-rcmp-warns-public-about-job-posters-written-in-simplified-chinese
BCAug 29, 2025

Richmond RCMP warns public about job posters written in Simplified Chinese

Richmond RCMP is warning the public about job advertisement posters targeted to the Chinese community. The posters are written in Simplified Chinese, and posted on various light posts throughout the City. The job posters advertise various types of employment such as vacation home house-sitter, care giver for the elderly, and tea leaves packager. The posters provide a brief description of the job, and a contact phone number. Investigators have reason to believe that these posters may be used to solicit personal information which may be used to identify potential scam targets. In one case, a vic
richmond-rcmp-reminds-drivers-to-slow-down-as-students-return-to-school
BCAug 29, 2025

Richmond RCMP reminds drivers to slow down as students return to school

As students head back to school this September, Richmond RCMP is reminding drivers and parents to take extra care on the roads. Richmond roads will be busier this September as many people return from summer holidays and children return to school. Drivers are reminded to allow extra travel time, reduce speed, and avoid distractions by leaving your phone alone while driving. Watch for children and multimodal road users, especially near schools, parks, and residential areas. According to ICBC data, three children are killed and 402 injured in crashes while walking or cycling in B.C. every year. 5
poilievre-wants-reasonable-self-defence-defined-in-criminal-code
CanadaAug 29, 2025

Poilievre wants 'reasonable' self-defence defined in Criminal Code

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre wants the government to amend the Criminal Code to say that the use of force is presumed to be reasonable to defend your home is someone breaks into it. He says if the government doesn't do this, his party will introduce a private member's bill aimed at making the change this fall during a press conference in Brampton, Ont.. This comes after a 44-year-old Lindsay, Ont. man was charged with assault in an altercation after a man with a crossbow allegedly broke into his apartment. The alleged intruder, a 41-year-old man also from Lindsay, was airlifted to hosp
fort-st-john-rcmp-arrest-two-males-and-execute-search-warrant-in-drug-investigation
BCAug 29, 2025

Fort St John RCMP arrest two males and execute search warrant in drug investigation

On August 15, 2025, the Fort St John RCMP Street Enforcement Team completed a drug trafficking investigation with the search of a hotel room near 93 Avenue and 100 Street in Fort St John, BC. The search followed the arrest of two males that day after they attempted to flee from Police in the parking lot of the hotel. The incident resulted in damage to police vehicles and the suspect vehicle. Inside the suspect vehicle, Police located drugs, currency and two loaded handguns; one of which had been converted to fire fully automatic. Police executed a search warrant on the room the males were sta
police-charge-18-year-old-man-after-three-people-stabbed-at-calgary-stampede
AlbertaAug 29, 2025

Police charge 18-year-old man after three people stabbed at Calgary Stampede

Police have charged a man with three counts of aggravated assault for stabbings at the Calgary Stampede last month. Police say they identified the 18-year-old following an extensive investigation that included witness interviews and camera footage. Officers executed a search warrant of the suspect's house and seized a folding knife and clothing they say believe are consistent with the stabbings. The man is scheduled to appear in court next week. Three males were stabbed in an area of the Stampede midway, including two 18-year-olds and one 15-year-old. Police have said all three