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WorldJan 29, 2024

A small camp in America was attacked by a drone last night

A drone attack on a small US camp near the Syrian border in Jordan has taken place last night, killing three soldiers and injuring more than 30. Iran has been accused of being behind the attack and President Joe Biden has warned of a befitting response. The attack is expected to worsen the situation in the Middle East, which is already in a bad state with Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The official said Iran-backed terrorists were behind the drone strike and it appeared to have come from Syria. He said that it is being ascertained which terrorist group is particularly responsible behind this. On
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IndiaJan 29, 2024

Drug trafficking case: 4 persons close to Bikram Singh Majithia summoned for questioning

In the case of drug trafficking worth crores of rupees in Punjab, the special investigation team of the police has summoned 4 persons close to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia for questioning. They also include the names of people who were Majithia's former PA and OSD. In the Majithia case, DIG SHO Bhullar of Patiala range is leading the investigation. Their special investigation team interrogated Majithia for seven hours on January 15. In this case registered on 20 December 2021, Majithia is on bail but the Punjab Police has not yet filed any charge sheet against him. The spec
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CanadaJan 26, 2024

Ontario cabinet minister Parm Gill resigns to join Poilievre’s team

The leader of the main opposition in Canada's House of Commons, Pierre Poilievre is going to contest the federal election for a minister of Punjabi origin from the Ontario government.Yesterday Parm Gill has resigned as MLA and Cabinet Minister of the province.Parm Gill said that the people of his constituency wanted him to join Pierre Poilievre.Gill was a two-time MLA from Milton constituency.Premier Doug Ford had previously made him Citizenship and Multiculturalism Minister in 2021 and was Red Tape Reduction Minister at the time of his resignation.Gill said that he decided to submit his resig
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BCJan 26, 2024

BC to restrict cellphones in schools : Premier

BC Premier David Eby announced on Friday that the use of cellphones in BC classrooms will soon be restricted. Eby announced this measure as part of new actions to keep kids safe and healthy from "online threats." He said that other efforts include services to remove images from the internet and legislation to hold social media companies for any harm being caused to students.
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IndiaJan 26, 2024

Ludhiana: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Celebrates Republic Day

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann hoisted the tricolor at Ludhiana today on the occasion of 75th Republic Day. Addressing the gathering on this occasion, the Chief Minister said that today is a special day for Punjab. Punjabis made great sacrifices for the sake of this country, but it is a matter of great sadness for the people of Punjab that the tableau of the state was deliberately kept out of the Republic Day parade in the national capital. Targeting the centre, he asked to tell the people what was wrong with Punjab tableau.
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AlbertaJan 26, 2024

Calgary: During the coming days, there will be a change in the temperature during the day

Daytime temperatures are expected to change in Calgary over the coming days. Environment Canada According to Calgary, the temperature during the day will be slightly higher than at night. During the day yesterday, the temperature was slightly higher than normal. This change is due to the warm winds blowing from the west as it melts the snow in some places. Friday to Sunday is expected to be partly sunny and cloudy. Meanwhile, the temperature can remain in the range of 4 to 10 degrees Celsius during the day. Some footpaths and roads were covered with snow in the morning but later the snow st
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IndiaJan 26, 2024

Punjab Police remanded blogger Kaka Sidhu in another case

Punjab Police has taken blogger Kaka Sidhu alias Bhana Sidhu on remand in another case. Yesterday he got bail from Ludhiana Court in a case, now Patiala Police has arrested him and remanded him till 29th. Tezpreet, a resident of Patiala, had complained to the police that while he was coming towards Patiala on December 21, some persons in a vehicle beat him up and escaped by jumping through a gold chain, of which they were Bhane Sidhu. recognizes The police has taken the latest action by registering a case on this.
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IndiaJan 26, 2024

Dera chief Ram Rahim's parole extended for 10 days

Haryana's Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim's parole has been extended for 10 days, in such a situation, Ram Rahim will now be out of jail for two months. The state government had given him parole for 50 days on January 20, currently he is in U. P. He is living in an ashram located in Baghpat. The Shiromani Committee had strongly objected to the repeated parole of the Dera Sirsa chief, who was serving a sentence in jail on felony charges of murder and rape. It is to be noted that Ram Rahim is out on parole for the 9th time after being sentenced.
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WorldJan 26, 2024

The President of France attended the 75th Republic Day as the Chief Guest

French President Emmanuel Macron attended India's 75th Republic Day as the Chief Guest today. President Draupadi Murmu also hosted a state dinner in Macron's honour. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was also present with him. The President of France is the first foreign guest to pay a state visit to India this year. Yesterday he p. M. Had a road show with Modi in Jaipur, and also discussed many important issues. Meanwhile, the two leaders agreed to increase partnership in the defense sector. Apart from this, an agreement was reached regarding the partnership in the defense space as well. India

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BCJun 18, 2026

Mission RCMP seize firearms, issue tickets during crackdown on illegal shooting along forest service road

Mission RCMP say officers seized multiple firearms and issued several violation tickets during an enforcement operation targeting illegal recreational shooting along the Lost Creek Forest Service Road area over the June 13–14 weekend. According to a Mission RCMP release, officers responded to a report on June 13 of people shooting near the 7.5-kilometre marker of the forest service road. Police located five men from Abbotsford and seized five firearms from two 21-year-old gun owners. The pair later received $690 violation tickets for discharging firearms in a designated no-shooting area. RCM
BCJun 18, 2026

Suspect Arrested in Langford Sexual Assault Investigation Involving Youth

West Shore RCMP say a 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a sexual assault investigation involving a youth in Langford. According to an RCMP release, the incident was reported to have occurred on June 9 at about 3 p.m. near the intersection of Jacklin Road and Station Avenue. Police said a female youth was approached by an unknown adult male at a bus stop, where a brief conversation took place before the youth was allegedly sexually assaulted. West Shore RCMP issued a public appeal for assistance on June 12 as investigators worked to identify the suspect. Police said officers
CanadaJun 18, 2026

IRCC pauses final processing of some citizenship cases approved under Bill C-3

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has temporarily paused the final processing of some citizenship cases approved under Bill C-3, commonly known as the "Lost Canadians" legislation. According to IRCC, several dozen individuals have received notices asking them to surrender citizenship certificates that had already been issued while the department reviews their files. The department says the affected cases are undergoing additional document verification. In a statement, IRCC said individuals who have already received citizenship certificates and moved to Canada may continue to
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BCJun 18, 2026

B.C. launches hydroelectric upgrades aimed at boosting power supply by 7%

The British Columbia government has announced a series of upgrades to its hydroelectric system that it says will increase the province's electricity supply by about seven per cent. Energy Minister Adrian Dix said the largest project will involve adding a sixth generating unit at the Revelstoke Dam, increasing capacity by approximately 500 megawatts by 2032. According to the provincial announcement, the first four generating units at the Revelstoke generating station will also undergo modernization work. The government said upgrades are also planned at six other generating stations and at the W
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AlbertaJun 18, 2026

Smith says timing may prevent coal mining referendum question from appearing on October ballot

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says it may be too late for a citizen-led petition seeking a ban on new coal mining projects to be included in the province's Oct. 19 referendum vote. Earlier this month, Alberta musician Corb Lund submitted what he said were more than 200,000 signatures in support of a petition that would require the Alberta government to consider legislation banning new coal mining or submit the matter to a provincewide referendum if the signatures are verified. According to Alberta's citizen initiative rules, a successful petition can compel the government to either introduce