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IndiaFeb 16, 2024

The Chief Minister objected to the case of throwing tear gas shells on farmers

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has strongly objected to the case of Haryana Police firing tear gas shells on farmers through drones inside the border of Punjab. The Chief Minister raised this matter in the meeting of Union Ministers in Chandigarh on Thursday night. He said that farmers are protesting in their area, it is absolutely wrong to throw tear gas shells on them from across the border with drones. In the meeting, empty tear gas shells thrown by the farmers from the drone were also shown. Bhagwant Mann said that the Union Ministers have assured him that such action will not take
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CanadaFeb 16, 2024

Investigation continues after two women killed, one hurt in stabbings near Montreal

Quebec provincial police continue to investigate after a stabbing attack west of Montreal that left two women dead and a third critically injured. Police have not released the ages of the women who were killed on Thursday in a condo tower in Vaudreuil-Dorion, Que. Sgt. Catherine Bernard says a 70-year-old woman was sent to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Bernard says a 44-year-old man was arrested and sent to hospital. She says the suspect is known to police, but wouldn't say if he was connected to the victims. Bernard says investigators will speak with the suspect when his condition
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BCFeb 16, 2024

Falcon says BC United's housing plan includes rent-to-own initiative, drops taxes

British Columbia's Opposition Leader Kevin Falcon is pitching a housing plan that aims to get more first-time buyers into homes, and it comes just days after Premier David Eby promised to build more affordable rental units for the middle class. Falcon says the BC United's "Fix Housing" plan includes four initiatives to reduce the high cost of housing and increase supply, which he pledges to introduce if his party takes power in this fall's election. He says he'll drop the province's property transfer tax for first-time homebuyers who purchase for less than $1 million, eliminate the provincial
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WorldFeb 16, 2024

Russia's prison service says that imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died

Russia’s prison agency says that imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died. He was 47. The Federal Prison Service said in a statement that Navalny felt unwell after a walk on Friday and lost consciousness. An ambulance arrived to try to rehabilitate him, but he died. There was no immediate confirmation of Navalny’s death from his team.
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WorldFeb 15, 2024

Imran's party nominated Umar Ayub for the prime ministerial candidate

The situation regarding the formation of a new government in Pakistan is still not completely clear. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is in jail, has nominated Umar Ayub as the candidate for the post of Prime Minister amid the efforts of Pakistan-Muslim League Nawaz to form the government. Ayub is the general secretary of Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and grandson of former president Ayub Khan. Ayub Khan is the only president during whose tenure the 1965 war between India and Pakistan took place. Barrister Gohar Khan, the leader of Imran's party, said on Thursday that form
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AlbertaFeb 15, 2024

The shooting happened in Calgary's Sage Hill community

Police are investigating a shooting in Calgary's Sage Hill community this morning. Due to this, one person was injured and he was admitted to the hospital. According to the official, theyCalled about 8:30 a.m. in the 200 block of Sage Meadows Green NW. According to the police, the man was seriously injured due to the bullet and was taken to the hospital. The identity of the person has not been shared at this time. Police have not yet shared any information about arresting anyone.
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CanadaFeb 15, 2024

The Canadian International Auto Show starts from Friday

The Canadian International Auto Show starts this Friday. In this auto show to be held in Toronto, Volvo will present a fully electric SUV to the Canadian public for the first time. will be presented After the covid period, many car manufacturers are participating in this auto show. All new Land Cruiser is being introduced by Toyota. Several fully electric vehicles are scheduled to be on display at the Metro Toronto Convention Center from February 16 to 25. It will also see the Polestar 3 electric car and many Canadians will be able to take a test drive. Conventional vehicles are also being ex
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CanadaFeb 15, 2024

Pierre Poilievre a big attack on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has launched a major attack on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Speaking to reporters in Montreal on Thursday morning, he said that Justin Trudeau has made Canada weak, poor and defenseless. Poilievre said that Trudeau's national defense plan to protect Canada has become dependent on Biden and Trump, who are putting America in charge of Canada's future. Polivray said that I will not allow this to happen, we will take control of our country and defense back in our hands. The Conservative leader made this comment when asked by reporters if he If he becomes PM
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CanadaFeb 15, 2024

Trudeau warns Israel of 'catastrophic' consequences of pending Rafah offensive

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says an Israeli military offensive into the densely populated area where some 1.5 million Palestinians have taken refuge in the Gaza Strip would be "catastrophic."He says in a joint statement with the prime ministers of Australia and New Zealand that the impact of an incursion into Rafah would be "devastating" and there is "simply nowhere else for civilians to go."The three say Israel should not go down this path and it must listen to its friends and the international community.They are also calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and note an International

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AlbertaMay 22, 2026

Verdict expected in Edmonton dog attack death trial

A judge is expected to deliver a verdict Friday in the criminal negligence trial of an Edmonton woman charged in the 2024 death of an 11-year-old boy killed by two dogs. Crystal MacDonald has pleaded not guilty to criminal negligence causing death in connection with the fatal attack on Kache Grist at her Edmonton home in April 2024. Court heard MacDonald and the boy’s father, Wesley Grist, were roommates at the time. Kache, who lived in British Columbia, was visiting Edmonton during spring break when the attack occurred. During testimony, MacDonald said she repeatedly warned Wesley Grist no
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BCMay 22, 2026

Surrey police seek help identifying robbery suspect near Central SkyTrain Station

Surrey Police Service is asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect connected to an alleged robbery near Surrey Central SkyTrain Station last month. According to a Surrey Police Service release, frontline officers responded on April 24 at about 7:10 p.m. after two people reported they had been assaulted, robbed, and threatened near the station. Police said a pair of Meta smart glasses was taken during the incident. Investigators released a photo of the suspect and are asking anyone who recognizes the individual to come forward as the investigation continues. Police described the susp
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IndiaMay 22, 2026

Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh accuses AAP leadership of “selling” Punjab posts after joining BJP

Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, who recently left the Aam Aadmi Party and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, has accused the AAP leadership of exploiting Punjab in a social media post containing a series of corruption allegations. Singh alleged that the party leadership had “sold everything,” including Rajya Sabha seats from Punjab and ministerial positions, claiming appointments were allegedly made in exchange for money. He further stated that he would reveal how certain individuals were appointed as ministers and officials “to loot Punjab” and deliver the proceeds to a person he refe
AlbertaMay 22, 2026

Former Durham officer arrested in Alberta on multiple sexual assault charges

Alberta RCMP have arrested a former Durham Regional Police officer who is facing multiple sexual assault and breach of trust charges linked to alleged incidents dating back more than 20 years. Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit said the alleged offences occurred in 2003 and were investigated at the time. The civilian police watchdog said the case was reopened in 2024 after the complainant provided new information. The SIU said a Canada-wide warrant was issued for Kevin Seamons. RCMP arrested him in Alberta on Wednesday night. Seamons faces six counts of sexual assault, one count of sexual
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CanadaMay 22, 2026

Carney says Alberta central to Canada’s future after Smith referendum announcement

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Alberta remains a critical part of Canada’s future after Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced plans to include a separation question in a provincial referendum scheduled for Oct. 19. According to statements made Friday on Parliament Hill, the Alberta government plans to ask voters whether the province should remain part of Canada or pursue separation through a legal process. Carney said Canada is functioning as a successful country and described Alberta as essential to the country’s continued economic and political development. He said the federal govern