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WorldApr 03, 2024

Judges in Pakistan also face death threats, 8 received threats

The country's intelligence agency ISI in the cases related to the former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan. There are accusations of putting pressure on the judges. In a letter written by six High Court judges to the Supreme Court, the judges have accused the judges of abducting their family members, installing cameras in their bedrooms and using the ISI. Allegations of receiving threats from In one case, the judges said they were forced to hear an appeal against Imran Khan, even though the judges had decided by a majority that it was not meritorious. It has been alleged that a judge's b
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BCApr 03, 2024

Speed limiting devices to become mandatory on heavy B.C. commercial trucks

The British Columbia Transportation Ministry says commercial trucks above a certain weight will soon be required to be fitted with technology to limit how fast they travel on provincial roadways. The ministry says the "speed-limiter devices" will be mandatory on April 5 for commercial trucks weighing more than 11,793 kilograms and if they were built after 1994. An information bulletin from the Transportation Ministry says the technology will limit vehicles fitted with the devices to 105 kilometres per hour. The ministry says the new requirement stems from amendments to the Motor Vehicle Act an
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IndiaApr 03, 2024

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann wrote a letter to the Tihar Jail administration, seeking permission to meet Arvind Kejriwal

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has written to the Tihar Jail administration seeking permission to meet AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal. Sources say that this letter has been sent by the Chief Minister's Office. Kejriwal was arrested by the ED on March 21 in a money laundering case related to the Delhi liquor scam and is in judicial custody till April 15. The ED has alleged in the Delhi High Court that Kejriwal was the main conspirator of the liquor scam.
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CanadaApr 03, 2024

Police, border services seize 598 stolen vehicles at Montreal port, most from Ontario

Ontario Provincial Police and the Canada Border Services Agency say they've recovered 598 stolen vehicles destined for export at the Port of Montreal. Police say 75 per cent of the seized vehicles, with an estimated value of $34.5 million, were stolen in Ontario. OPP deputy commissioner Marty Kearns says no arrests were made but the investigation is ongoing. Police say 390 containers at the port were searched during a joint operation involving border services, police forces in Quebec and Ontario and insurance investigators. Kearns says the financial impact of the seizures on organized crime is
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IndiaApr 03, 2024

After a long gap of 33 years, former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh retired from Rajya Sabha

Former Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh retired today after 33 years in the Indian Parliament. Dr. Manmohan Singh is considered the father of India's liberal economy and the architect of the Indo-US nuclear agreement. 91-year-old Dr. Manmohan Singh was the Prime Minister in the Congress-led UPA government for two consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014. He was also the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India from 1982 to 1985. Let us tell you that the number 91 has been very important in the life of former Prime Minister Singh. In October 1991, he became a member of the Upper House of P
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CanadaApr 03, 2024

Federal budget to include more money for apartment construction loans

The federal government is setting aside another $15 billion in the upcoming budget for its apartment construction loan program. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the funding will help build another 30,000 apartments within the next 10 years. The government is also reforming the program to extend loan terms and expand financing to housing for students and seniors. The announcement is part of the Liberals' pre-budget tour of the country. On Tuesday, Trudeau announced a $6-billion infrastructure fund to support homebuilding and a $400 million top-up to the housing accelerator fund. The Liberals
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IndiaApr 03, 2024

Shiromani Akali Dal can make Bikram Singh Majithia a candidate from Khadur Sahib

Shiromani Akali Dal can make Bikram Singh Majithia a candidate from Khadur Sahib. Reports say that the party has almost finalized the names of candidates for 10 seats. Harsimrat Kaur Badal from Bathinda will be candidates, while Parminder Singh Dhindsa from Sangrur and Surjit Singh Rakhra from Patiala can be given ticket. At the same time, discussions are still going on about candidates for Faridkot, Hoshiarpur and Gurdaspur. The news is also that Sukhbir Badal will announce the names of the candidates after a long time in the elections.
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IndiaApr 03, 2024

Akali leader Sikandar Singh Maluka's daughter-in-law resigned from the post of IAS, may join BJP

An IAS officer of Punjab cadre may be a BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Bathinda. According to information, IAS officer Parampal Kaur has resigned from the government job. She is also the daughter-in-law of former Punjab minister and Akali leader Sikandar Singh Maluka. In 2015 itself, Parampal Kaur was promoted from PCS to IAS cadre. She has worked in many important positions in Punjab. According to the information received, Parampal Kaur is in touch with BJP. BJP may announce him as its candidate from Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency. IAS Parampal Kaur was posted as Managing Director of Punjab
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CanadaApr 03, 2024

O'Toole, MPs alleging Chinese interference taking stand today at inquiry

Former Conservative leader Erin O'Toole is set to testify this morning at a federal inquiry into foreign interference, alongside three politicians who claim China has targeted them. O'Toole said last spring that Canada's spy agency told him he had been the target of Chinese interference intended to promote false narratives online about his policies and discredit him during the 2019 election. The Tories say security officials never informed the party about these concerns, which O'Toole blames for the loss of eight or nine seats. A government rapporteur found little evidence of such a link. This

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CanadaFeb 26, 2026

Public Safety Minister says more safeguards needed against alleged foreign interference linked to India

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree says Canada still has work ahead to ensure individuals acting on behalf of India are not intimidating or coercing people on Canadian soil. Speaking to reporters during Mark Carney’s visit to India, Anandasangaree said there remain unresolved concerns related to the safety and security of Canadians. His comments follow questions about whether agents connected to the Indian government are currently involved in extortion or threats of violence in Canada. A senior federal official, speaking on background during the same briefing, said Ottawa believes su
AlbertaFeb 26, 2026

Human remains found near Eden Valley identified as 24 year old Calgary man, RCMP say

Alberta RCMP say human remains discovered earlier this month near a historic site south of Eden Valley have been identified as a 24 year old man from Calgary. Officers were called on February 4 after emergency crews responded to a grass fire in the rural area. Once the flames were extinguished, first responders located a burned out vehicle at the scene. A body was later found inside the vehicle. Mounties have not publicly released the man’s name, citing the ongoing investigation and the need to notify family members. Police also have not confirmed the cause of death. RCMP say the circumstanc
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WorldFeb 26, 2026

U.S. Vice-President says federal Medicaid payments to Minnesota paused amid fraud probe

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will temporarily suspend part of Minnesota’s Medicaid funding while federal officials investigate suspected fraud, Vice-President JD Vance said on Wednesday. Vance described the step as part of a broader effort by the administration to address what it calls “waste, fraud and abuse” in federally supported programs. The funding pause affects certain federal matching dollars that help the state deliver Medicaid services to eligible residents. Medicaid is the principal public health insurance program for low-income Americans. According to fede
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BCFeb 26, 2026

B.C. urges swift Senate approval of Bill C-12 amid concerns over extortion cases

The British Columbia government is calling on federal lawmakers to move quickly on proposed legislation aimed at preventing organized crime groups from exploiting Canada’s immigration system while involved in extortion and other serious offences. Public Safety and Solicitor General Nina Krieger has written to federal Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and to the Standing Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Veterans Affairs, urging the Senate to advance Bill C-12 without delay. The province says the proposed reforms would address legal gaps that have been used by some i
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WorldFeb 26, 2026

Iran and United States to Resume Nuclear Talks in Switzerland Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Iran and the United States are preparing to begin a third round of negotiations in Switzerland aimed at reviving discussions around Tehran’s nuclear program, even as tensions between the two countries continue to rise. Officials from both sides say they prefer a political and diplomatic resolution to the long running dispute. The talks are scheduled to begin in Geneva, where Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a meeting Wednesday with Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi. Oman has previously played a mediating role between Washington and Tehran. Iranian officials described the m