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CanadaSep 04, 2024

Trudeau's first reaction came after the NDP withdrew support

This is Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's first reaction after the NDP withdrew support. Asked by reporters about the prospect of an election in Newfoundland, Trudeau said he hopes the NDP will focus on what more we can do for Canadians together, as we have done over the past two years. . Trudeau also said that those who want to do politics will focus only on work. The Prime Minister said that it is hoped that the turn of the election will not come before the next fall. He said that we are working for Canadians, while on the other hand Conservative leaders want to cut everything from dental car
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CanadaSep 04, 2024

Jagmeet Singh pulls out of supply-and-confidence deal with Trudeau government

In March 2022, the Liberals and NDP penned a deal that would keep the minority government led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in power until June 2025 and move ahead on some mutually agreeable policies. It was called a confidence and supply agreement. The move puts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority at risk of falling at any time in the coming weeks or months if it loses any confidence votes, which could trigger a snap election as soon as this fall. "Justin Trudeau has proven again and again he will always cave to corporate greed. The Liberals have let people down. They don't deserve
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BCSep 04, 2024

Police investigate two serious incidents near downtown Vancouver theatre

Vancouver police say extra officers are patrolling an area of downtown after two serious incidents this morning that may be linked. Police say in a post on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, that the crime scenes are on Georgia Street near Homer and Hamilton streets, and investigators are unsure if they are related. The post says the incidents happened between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. and no arrests have been made. A white evidence tent was covering a corner of the plaza in front of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre downtown, with the entire plaza cordoned off and several police vehi
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IndiaSep 04, 2024

Biba Harsimrat Kaur Badal has been appointed as the in-charge of Giddarbaha constituency election campaign

After the senior leader and in-charge of Shiromani Akali Dal for Giddarbaha constituency in Punjab, Harmeet Singh Dimpy Dhillon, left the party, now the Badal family has officially taken charge of the constituency itself. Shiromani Akali Dal Executive President S. Balwinder Singh Bhundar has today appointed Biba Harsimrat Kaur Badal as the election campaign in-charge of Halka Giddarbaha in view of the by-elections to be held in the state. Similarly, the party has assigned the duties of senior leaders for the by-elections to be held in other constituencies. By-elections are to be held for the
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IndiaSep 04, 2024

Chief Minister Bhagwant Hon will hold a meeting with farmers tomorrow

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will hold a meeting with farmers tomorrow. This information was given by Bharti Kisan Union Ekta Ugrahan and Punjab Khet Mazdoor Union leader Joginder Singh Ugrahan, under whose leadership the farmers' protest is going on in Chandigarh. The farmers had started a struggle in Punjab for making a pro-farmer-labour policy and other demands. Recently, the Agriculture Minister of the state, Gurmeet Singh Khudian, reached the farmers and took their demand letter and said that he will advocate for the farmers before the Chief Minister. On the other hand, CM Mann Bh
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CanadaSep 04, 2024

Bank of Canada delivers third straight interest rate cut

The Bank of Canada has cut interest rates by 0.25 percent today, giving a big relief to Canadians. With this, six major banks, including the Royal Bank of Canada, are expected to immediately reduce their prime lending rates, which will bring immediate relief to homeowners with variable mortgages. This is the third consecutive reduction by the Central Bank. Its prime policy rate has now increased to 4.25 percent. Let us tell you that before the first rate cut in June, the interest rate of the Central Bank was at the highest level of 22 years at the rate of 5 percent for seven consecutive mont
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CanadaSep 04, 2024

Trudeau should step down to prevent Poilievre from winning election: LGBTQ+ activists

LGBTQ+ activists say Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's pledge to remain the Liberal leader through to the next election, despite dwindling public support, is putting them at risk. Queer advocates say a Conservative government led by Pierre Poilievre would be dangerous for the LGBTQ+ community, and some are calling on Trudeau to step aside to give the Liberals a better chance at winning the next election — which must happen by Oct. 20, 2025. Sarah Worthman, executive director of the Newfoundland and Labrador Queer Research Initiative, says she’s seriously concerned about the potential harm o
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IndiaSep 04, 2024

On the last day of the Monsoon Session of the Punjab Legislative Assembly, 4 proposals were sealed

4 proposals including the Panchayati Raj Bill were unanimously passed in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha today. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that the panchayat elections will no longer be held on the basis of any party, the unanimously elected panchayat will be given five lakh rupees. Along with this, the proceedings of the House were adjourned indefinitely on the last day of the three-day session of the Legislative Assembly. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that Punjab's agricultural policy is ready, soon a meeting will be held with all stakeholders including farmers. The Chief Minister critic
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IndiaSep 04, 2024

Vinesh Phogat-Bajrang Punia met Rahul Gandhi, can contest elections

Before the assembly elections in Haryana, wrestler Vinesh Phogat and Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Bajrang Punia have met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi. There is news that both will contest the Assembly elections on the Congress ticket. According to sources, the Congress is trying to dispel the ongoing wrestling movement against the BJP by making these two candidates in the assembly elections. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi held an election rally in Jammu and Kashmir today. In his address to the people, he said that the Congress will return the state status to Jammu and Kashmir. It is

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BCAug 27, 2025

Surrey police chief faces questions on law and order situation in the city

An alleged shooting incident has reportedly occurred in the area of ​​134th Street and 89A Avenue in Surrey around noon today. Allegedly, the shooting target was a home. This is the second shooting in Surrey in three days. Earlier on Monday, Sidhu Travel Ltd in York Centre had been targeted in a shooting incident.The head of Surrey Police Service, Chief Constable Norm Lipinski, faced some tough questions on the deteriorating Law and Order situation in the city on Connect FM's Dupehar Wala Show (afternoon show). This year, there have been two instances where a local business related to a Hi
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BCAug 27, 2025

Cricket club secretary raises questions on safety after alleged attack during a cricket match

Questions are being raised about the safety of players and staff at sporting venues after an incident during a cricket match in Surrey on Sunday. Surrey Warriors Cricket Club secretary Parvesh Kumar was attacked with bear spray during a match, this past Sunday, Aug. 24. Parvesh Kumar was sitting on a slope at the side of the cricket field during a match being played at North Surrey Community Park when a man attacked him from behind. He screamed in pain and irritation, prompting players and other staff to rush towards him. Some team members also tried to chase the attacker, but the suspect ma
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BCAug 27, 2025

West Shore RCMP seeking help in identifying a fraud suspect

West Shore RCMP is currently investigating a report fraud over $5000 involving a male suspect who is alleged to have used a fraudulent identification in order to obtain several smart phones from a mobile shop in Langford. Police are looking to identify this suspect who is described as: Black male in his 30’s;Dark brown eyes;Black facial hair;Wearing a white colored t-shirt and black baseball cap with white ribbing.If you know who this suspect could be please contact West Shore RCMP at 250-474-2264. You can also report anonymously via Crime Stoppers online or by calling 1-800-222-8477.
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BCAug 27, 2025

More than 3,000 new student seats opening in B.C.

As families prepare to send kids back to school in September, new schools and additions are opening in several growing communities, with thousands more spaces under construction throughout British Columbia. “We’ve been working hard to build and deliver new schools to meet the needs of students now and in the future,” said Bowinn Ma, Minister of Infrastructure. “Our historic investments in school infrastructure are already making a meaningful difference for B.C. students, and we look forward to welcoming young learners into even more brand-new classrooms this fall.” In Langford, one o
WorldAug 27, 2025

2 children killed in shooting at Catholic school

Two children have been killed in a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, US. The children were aged 8 and 10. The city's police chief Brian O'Hara confirmed this and said that 17 other people were injured, 14 of whom are children. He said that during the prayer service, an attacker came out of the building and began firing rifle shots through the church windows at children sitting in the mess. According to Police Chief O'Hara, the shooter was armed with a shotgun, a rifle and a pistol. He said that the shooter later shot himself in the parking lot, in which he died. Poli