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BCOct 16, 2025

Surrey café linked to Indian star Kapil Sharma hit by gunfire for third time this year

Surrey RCMP are investigating another shooting at Kap’s Café, a local restaurant associated with Bollywood comedian and television host Kapil Sharma. Police say the business was struck by multiple bullets early Thursday morning, marking the third such incident at the location this year. Officers were called to the café just before 4 a.m. and found damage to the building caused by gunfire. Staff members were inside at the time, but no injuries were reported. Authorities have not released information about suspects or a possible motive. The same café was targeted by two separate shootings e
IndiaOct 16, 2025

CBI arrests DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in bribery case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Deputy Inspector General Harcharan Singh Bhullar, posted in Ropar Range, in connection with a bribery case. Officials said a CBI team conducted a raid at Bhullar’s office in Chandigarh before taking him into custody. According to sources, Bhullar is accused of demanding and accepting a bribe of around five lakh rupees. The alleged payment was linked to a scrap dealer from Mandi Gobindgarh in Fatehgarh Sahib district. Investigators have also detained an intermediary who was reportedly involved in facilitating the deal between Bhullar and
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CanadaOct 16, 2025

Canadian refugee applicant detained in U.S. says he crossed border by mistake

A Bangladeshi man who had been living in Canada as a refugee applicant says he accidentally crossed into the United States earlier this year and is now being held in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Buffalo after Canada declined to take him back. Mahin Shahriar told The Canadian Press he entered the U.S. on May 12 after what he believes was a human trafficking attempt. Shahriar said he was struggling with depression when a friend near Montreal offered him a short stay to recover. The location turned out to be close to the Canada–U.S. border, and after following direc
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CanadaOct 16, 2025

Surrey Police Service Submits Proposal for Satellite Police Training Academy

Surrey Police Service (SPS) has formally submitted a proposal to the B.C. Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General to establish a satellite police academy in Surrey. The proposed facility would support training for up to 90 recruits each year, helping meet rising provincial demand for police officers. The Ministry invited police agencies across British Columbia to express interest in hosting pilot satellite programs to expand the Justice Institute of B.C.’s (JIBC) capacity for recruit training. Surrey’s proposal is backed by the City of Surrey and the Surrey Police Board. SPS plans
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BCOct 16, 2025

Dawson Creek declares local emergency as drought strains city’s water supply

The City of Dawson Creek has declared a state of local emergency in response to a worsening drought that has pushed water reserves to critically low levels. Mayor Darcy Dober said the measure was necessary after years of conservation efforts could no longer offset the impact of consecutive dry seasons. The declaration allows the city to seek provincial support and resources as it works to identify temporary water sources and protect essential community services. City officials emphasized that Dawson Creek is not yet out of water but is taking proactive steps to avoid that outcome. The Kiskati
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BCOct 15, 2025

B.C. report warns youth suicide rates remain unchanged as province lags in prevention strategy

A new report commissioned by British Columbia’s chief coroner warns that despite years of concern and investment, the province has made little progress in preventing youth suicide. The findings echo long-standing national data showing that suicide remains one of the leading causes of death for young people across Canada. The review, led by Dr. Jatinder Baidwan, examined the deaths of 435 individuals aged nine to 25 between 2019 and 2023. It found that suicide continues to be the second most common cause of death among children and youth in B.C., and the third among those aged 19 to 29. Those
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BCOct 15, 2025

Flights delayed after B.C. airport hacked with pro-Hamas messages

The airport in Kelowna, B.C., says some flights were delayed after its terminal information screens and public address system were hacked, with social media posts showing pro-Hamas messages on the displays. The posts show screens at Kelowna International Airport saying "Israel lost the war, Hamas won," and calling U.S. President Donald Trump a pig. Other videos depict slogans being played over the airport's public announcement system. The airport has confirmed the incident on its website, adding that staff successfully removed the unauthorized messaging by a "third party." The update posted a
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AlbertaOct 15, 2025

Talks stall between Alberta teachers, government in provincewide strike

Alberta's finance minister says there's a major divide between what the union representing striking teachers is asking for and what the government is willing to spend. Nate Horner says in an interview with CHED radio host Shaye Ganam that the union's latest contract proposal would require almost $2 billion more in spending than government has set aside for a deal. Horner says he was hoping for a more reasonable ask from the Alberta Teachers' Association, whose 51,000 members went on strike Oct. 6. The union's proposal was the subject of a bargaining meeting Tuesday, the first time the two side
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IndiaOct 15, 2025

Navneet Chaturvedi arrested by Ropar Police

Ropar Police have arrested Navneet Chaturvedi in connection with the Rajya Sabha nomination forgery case. Chaturvedi faces serious allegations of forging the signatures of several Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs on his Rajya Sabha nomination papers. As many as ten FIRs have been registered against him in Punjab related to the case. A major confrontation reportedly took place between Chandigarh Police and Punjab Police over his custody after the arrest. Chaturvedi had filed his nomination papers as an independent candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha bypoll.

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AlbertaJun 24, 2026

Senior leaders of Edmonton-based infantry battalion removed amid investigation

The Department of National Defence says two senior leaders of a respected Armed Forces battalion have been removed pending an investigation. It says Lt.-Col. Jason Hudson and chief warrant officer Kim Doerr have been temporarily removed from their positions with 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. Hudson was the Edmonton-based unit's commanding officer. The Defence Department is sharing few details about the probe but says authority figures are expected to display good judgment and conduct. It says the 3rd Canadian Division, which oversees all Forces operations across W
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WorldJun 24, 2026

Marco Rubio Meets UAE Leaders in Abu Dhabi to Discuss Iran and Regional Security

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and other senior leaders in Abu Dhabi during his visit to the UAE. According to reports, the two sides discussed President Donald Trump's agreement with Iran, efforts to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, and ways to maintain peace and stability in the region. The meeting also focused on the strong bilateral relationship between the United States and the UAE, as well as ongoing cooperation in defense and trade. U.S. State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigo
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BCJun 24, 2026

Missing Person for Location – Ganavi Ksheer Sagar

Surrey Police Service (SPS) is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing 12-year-old female. Ganavi Ksheer Sagar was last seen at approximately 8:15 am on June 23, 2026, in the 6200 block 146 Street. Ganavi Ksheer Sagar is described as South Asian, 5’1” tall, 150 lbs, with long black hair and brown eyes (please see attached photo). She was last seen wearing a black hoodie, grey or black pants, white shoes, and a blue Nike backpack. She is believed to be on foot and may be in the area of North Surrey. Police and family are concerned and are requesting assistance from the
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BCJun 24, 2026

Lytton Wildfire Brought Under Control as 24 Fires Remain Active Across B.C.

The wildfire burning near the Village of Lytton, B.C., has now been brought under control. The fire was first discovered last Friday and is believed to have been caused by human activity. The blaze grew sixfold overnight, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the temporary closure of Highway 1 through the area. According to the B.C. Wildfire Service, eight new wildfires were discovered across the province in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of active wildfires in British Columbia to 24. Fire crews continue working to contain and extinguish the blazes. The agency said that 13 of t
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WorldJun 24, 2026

Severe Heatwave in France Claims 58 Lives; 40 Drown While Trying to Escape the Heat

A severe heatwave in France has claimed the lives of 58 people so far. According to reports, many people have been seeking relief from the scorching temperatures by swimming in rivers, lakes, and canals. As a result, 40 people have drowned over the past few days, with most of the victims being young people. In addition, 18 people, including two children, have died from heat-related illnesses and heatstroke. The extreme temperatures also forced the shutdown of France's Golfech nuclear power plant on Monday night. Officials expect the temperature of the Garonne River, which is used to cool the p