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IndiaFeb 04, 2025

Former Punjab MLA Kulbir Zira’s Vehicle Targeted in Firing Incident

Former Punjab Congress MLA Kulbir Singh Zira reported an incident of firing on his vehicle late last night near village Sherkhan on Ferozepur-Zira Road. Zira stated that while returning from a friend’s house, he noticed his car was being followed. The attackers allegedly fired six rounds at his vehicle; however, no injuries were reported. A complaint has been filed with the police regarding the incident. Notably, Zira, a former MLA from the Zira constituency, contested against Amritpal Singh in the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha elections last year but was defeated.
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IndiaFeb 04, 2025

Deported Migrants from US to Be Interrogated for Illegal Immigration Details: DGP

Punjab Police DGP Gaurav Yadav stated that the criminal records of individuals deported from the US will be examined, with further action taken accordingly. Teams have been deployed to gather details of their illegal immigration background. Additionally, central agencies are expected to interrogate and record statements from the deported migrants when they arrive at Amritsar airport tomorrow. An official noted that these deportees could provide crucial insights into illegal immigration practices, particularly how travel agents exploit people through the “donkey route.”
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IndiaFeb 03, 2025

The Centre has not provided any special package to help farmers break the paddy crop cycle: Sukhbir Singh Badal

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and opposition parties in the state have accused the central government of neglecting Punjab in the budget presented on February 1. Chief Minister Mann stated that the central government has offered nothing to the farmers and youth of Punjab. He added that this budget was presented with the upcoming elections in mind, making significant announcements only for the state of Bihar. Senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal also criticized the budget for not addressing the uniform development of the country for the financial year 2025-26, instead fo
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IndiaFeb 03, 2025

Bikram Singh Majithia Criticizes Bhagwant Mann for Focus on Delhi Elections

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for prioritizing Delhi elections over state issues. Majithia highlighted that 40% of senior secondary schools in Punjab lack principals, questioning Mann’s claims of an education and health revolution. The party also condemned the rising incidents of looting and shootings in Punjab. In a statement, the Akali Dal accused Mann’s government of failing to ensure public safety, stating that while youth are being killed daily, the government is focused on activities outside Punjab.
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IndiaJan 31, 2025

8 AAP MLAs Resign Before Elections

Five days before the Delhi Assembly elections, eight Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs resigned from the party and their positions. They cited not being given a ticket for the upcoming elections and accused the party of corruption as the reasons for their resignation. At the same time, Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit, who is contesting against Arvind Kejriwal for the New Delhi seat, challenged Kejriwal to a debate at Jantar Mantar. However, Kejriwal did not show up at 3 pm on Friday as scheduled. It is worth noting that the New Delhi constituency remains one of the most talked-about in the Nationa
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IndiaJan 31, 2025

Chief Minister Never Took Punjab’s Economic Crisis Seriously: Partap Singh Bajwa

Leader of Opposition in Punjab Vidhan Sabha, Partap Singh Bajwa, has strongly criticized Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, accusing him of failing to represent Punjab in central NITI Aayog meetings. Bajwa alleged that the Chief Minister has never addressed Punjab’s economic challenges seriously, which explains his absence from key NITI Aayog discussions. The senior Congress leader further expressed skepticism about any significant announcements for Punjab in the upcoming budget, holding Mann responsible. He said the people of Punjab are suffering due to the indifferent attitude of both the stat
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IndiaJan 31, 2025

Major road accident in Ferozepur: 11 waiters dead in Bolero pickup-canter head-on collision

As many as 11 persons (all employed as waitors) were killed and 11 others were injured in a tragic road accident on the Ferozepur-Fazilka road near Mohan Ke Utar village this morning. As per information, a Bolero pickup collided with a canter, resulting in the death of 11. Among the injured, five are reported to be in critical condition. At the time of the accident, over 25 people were travelling in the pickup. With the help of bystanders, the police rushed the injured to the hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment. According to police officials, dense fog is suspected to be th
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IndiaJan 30, 2025

Opposition Parties Target Aam Aadmi Party Over Yamuna River Pollution

In the lead-up to the Delhi Assembly elections, opposition parties are targeting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the pollution of the Yamuna River. On Thursday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the banks of the Yamuna, where he criticized Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, questioning when he would take a dip in the Yamuna now that 2025 has arrived. Delhi is waiting. Gandhi pointed out that Kejriwal had promised during the last elections to clean the Yamuna and bathe in its waters, but five years later, the pollution and garbage in the river remain unchanged. He also claimed that Kejriw
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IndiaJan 30, 2025

AAP Alleges Raid on CM Bhagwant Mann’s Residence; EC Denies Claim

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) alleged today that the Election Commission conducted a raid at the Delhi residence of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. This claim followed an incident where the Delhi Police seized a private vehicle with a Punjab government sticker and registration near Punjab Bhawan. The vehicle reportedly contained liquor, Rs 10 lakh in cash, and AAP election materials, leading the Delhi Police to register a case. AAP denied any connection to the vehicle, stating it neither belongs to nor is rented by the Punjab government, calling the incident a “planted stunt.” However, m

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BCJan 06, 2026

RCMP seek public help to identify suspects in break-in at former Cowichan High School

North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance after a break and enter at the former Cowichan High School building in Duncan earlier this month. Police say officers were alerted shortly after 1 a.m. on January 3, 2026, when a security company reported an alarm activation at the closed school property. Security personnel responding to the call found five males inside the building who appeared to be preparing to leave. According to RCMP, the suspects, believed to be in their mid-20s, were seen carrying five Cowichan High School yearbooks from the 2020–2021 school year. A s
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BCJan 06, 2026

Poilievre urges Ottawa to fast-track Pacific pipeline amid U.S. move on Venezuelan oil

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling on the federal Liberal government to immediately approve a new oil pipeline to Canada’s Pacific Coast, warning that recent actions by the United States in Venezuela could threaten Canadian oil exports to American refineries. In a letter addressed to Prime Minister Mark Carney and posted publicly on Tuesday, Poilievre said the U.S. decision to effectively end sanctions and move toward reviving Venezuela’s oil sector has shifted global energy dynamics. He argued that a resurgence in Venezuelan heavy crude production could directly compete with
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CanadaJan 06, 2026

Quebec schools enforce formal address rules as part of new student conduct codes

Students across Quebec are returning to classrooms under new rules that require them to address teachers and school staff using formal titles, as part of a province-wide push to reinforce civility in schools. The Quebec government announced last year that both public and private schools had until January to adopt updated codes of conduct. These codes must require students to address teachers as “Mr.” or “Ms.” and, in French-language settings, use the formal form of “you” when speaking to staff. The conduct codes are also required to outline expectations for respectful behaviour bet
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BCJan 05, 2026

Hold and secure lifted at Nanaimo District Secondary after police incident nearby

A temporary hold and secure was lifted Monday morning at Nanaimo District Secondary School after police responded to an incident in the surrounding area, according to the Nanaimo RCMP. Police recommended the precautionary measure shortly after 9:15 a.m. to school district senior administration as officers investigated a situation near the school. The hold and secure protocol keeps students and staff inside the building while normal classroom activities continue, and is commonly used when there is a potential concern outside school grounds. RCMP said the incident was resolved by approximately 1
IndiaJan 05, 2026

Chandigarh CBI court grants default bail to suspended Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar

A CBI special court in Chandigarh has granted default bail to suspended Punjab Police Deputy Inspector General Harcharan Singh Bhullar in a disproportionate assets case after the investigating agency failed to file a chargesheet within the stipulated legal timeframe. The court ruled that the Central Bureau of Investigation did not complete the procedural requirement within the period prescribed under law, entitling the accused to default bail. However, the court clarified that Bhullar will not be released from custody as he remains jailed in connection with other corruption related cases. Duri