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IndiaFeb 19, 2025

Mann Government’s Major Move: 52 Police Personnel Involved in Corruption Dismissed

On the orders of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government, several Punjab Police employees, ranging from constables to inspectors, have been dismissed. Punjab Police DGP Gaurav Yadav stated that 52 personnel have been removed from service so far. This action was taken following allegations of corruption against these officials. While the exact timing of the dismissals remains unclear, the issue has come to light after the Punjab government took action against the Deputy Commissioner of Sri Muktsar Sahib district. According to reports, Sri Muktsar Sahib DC Rajesh Tripathi was suspend
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IndiaFeb 18, 2025

Raja Warring Slams AAP Government Over Law and Order Issue

Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab over the worsening law and order situation. In a social media post, he referred to the grenade blast at the house of a policeman in the village of Raimal, near Dera Baba Nanak, and said that the state’s law and order situation is in a dire state. Warring stated that grenade attacks are being carried out on the homes of those who protect the public, and questioned who would take responsibility for safeguarding ordinary citizens in such circumstances. He accused the government
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IndiaFeb 18, 2025

MP Amritpal Singh Moves Punjab and Haryana High Court

Amritpal Singh, a Member of Parliament (MP) representing the Khadoor Sahib constituency in Punjab, is facing a threat to his membership in the Lok Sabha. In light of this, he has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court to seek permission to attend the Budget Session of Parliament. According to parliamentary rules, if an MP remains absent from the proceedings of the Lok Sabha for 60 days, their membership may be canceled. Amritpal Singh has argued in his petition that he has been unable to attend the proceedings of the Lok Sabha for 46 days. He also received a letter from the Secretary-Ge
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IndiaFeb 18, 2025

US has deported 332 Indians in three batches

A plane with 112 Indians, who were deported from the United States for illegally residing in the country, landed in Amritsar on Sunday night, the third such arrival in a span of 10 days as part of the Donald Trump administration's crackdown on such immigrants. The flight C-17 Globemaster aircraft of the US Air Force landed at the Amritsar International Airport at around 10.03 pm, according to sources. Of the total deportees, 31 are from Punjab, 44 from Haryana, 33 from Gujarat, two from Uttar Pradesh and one each from Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The first round of deportation had taken
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IndiaFeb 14, 2025

BJP govt in Delhi likely to be sworn in by Feb 19, 20

The swearing-in ceremony of the BJP government in Delhi is likely to take place on February 19 or 20. According to sources, out of 48 MLAs, 9 names have been shortlisted. PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President JP Nadda and other senior party leaders will finalise key decisions regarding the new government which includes a chief minister, a council of ministers and perhaps one or two deputy chief ministers. The BJP high command is likely to finalise the name for the Delhi CM post on Sunday, after Prime Minister Narendra Modi is back from his US visit. The last BJP chief minister of De
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IndiaFeb 14, 2025

Protesting farmers-Centre hold ‘positive’ meeting, next round Feb 22

Meeting between a Central team led by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and farmers’ representatives to discuss their various demands, including a legal guarantee for MSP on crops, was held here cordially for two-and-a-half-hour on Friday. Jagjit Singh Dallewal was taken to the conference hall on a stretcher, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi urged the two forums SKM and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha to request Jagjit Singh Dallewal to end his fast. However, Jagjit Singh Dallewal and the two forums made it clear that their protest will continue till a law is made for MSP. Now the second round of meeting betw
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IndiaFeb 14, 2025

2nd batch of 119 Indian deportees to land in Amritsar on Saturday

A special flight from the United States carrying 119 deported Indian nationals is expected to arrive at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar on Saturday. This is the second US flight carrying the deportees to India following a crackdown on illegal immigrants by the US government. According to sources, the majority of deportees are from Punjab, with 67 individuals returning to the state. Haryana follows with 33 deportees. Gujarat accounts for eight, Uttar Pradesh three, and Goa, Maharashtra and Rajasthan two each. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir have one returnee each
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IndiaFeb 13, 2025

Two-day special session of Punjab Assembly to be held on Feb 24-25

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann convened a cabinet meeting today after a long gap of four months. This followed the party's defeat in the Delhi elections. Several important decisions in favor of the youth were taken during this meeting. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's cabinet has approved the recruitment of three thousand individuals across various government departments. This includes the recruitment of two thousand PTI teachers and eight hundred twenty-two posts in the health department. Additionally, six new courts will be established to address the issues of NRIs on a priority basis.
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IndiaFeb 13, 2025

America to deport 2nd batch of illegal immigrants to India

The US will soon deport another batch of 170-180 illegal immigrants to India. This would be the second batch of immigrants to be deported by the US government. Earlier this month, 104 Indian migrants were deported from the US. Though official confirmation from Indian officials is awaited, the US administration sources have said that the deportation could take place this week only. Earlier, the first batch had landed at the Shri Guru Ramdas Ji International Airport in Amritsar. However, no confirmation yet on where the second batch will land. The US action comes as Prime Minister Narendra Mod

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AlbertaMar 09, 2026

Alberta announces 10 new school projects for Edmonton to address classroom shortages

The Alberta government says it will move ahead with 10 new school projects in Edmonton as part of efforts to address growing classroom shortages linked to rapid population growth. Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced the projects under the province’s 2026 budget. The announcement brings the total number of public school projects currently underway in Edmonton to 37. According to the Alberta Ministry of Education, the newly announced projects include eight new schools and two replacement schools. The facilities are planned primarily for fast-growing suburban areas of the city whe
BCMar 09, 2026

Cranbrook RCMP investigate targeted shooting at residence on 3rd Avenue South

Cranbrook RCMP say they are investigating a shooting that targeted a residence Sunday night in the city’s downtown area. Police said officers were called at about 9:22 p.m. on March 8 to a report of gunfire at a home in the 300 block of 3rd Avenue South. According to an RCMP news release, investigators located evidence consistent with gunshots and secured the area to allow forensic examination. No injuries were reported. Staff Sgt. Barry Graham of the Cranbrook RCMP said early indications suggest the incident was not random. “While the investigation is in its infancy, early indications are
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CanadaMar 09, 2026

Surrey Police launch S.O.A.R. youth safety program during child exploitation awareness week

The Surrey Police Service has launched a youth safety initiative aimed at helping students recognize and respond to risks such as online exploitation, substance use and unhealthy relationships. The program, called S.O.A.R. – Strength, Opportunity, Autonomy, Resilience – is an interactive presentation designed for students in Grades 6 to 10. Police say the initiative is being highlighted during Stop the Sexual Exploitation of Children and Youth Awareness Week, which runs from March 9 to 15. According to a Surrey Police Service news release, the program has reached more than 4,500 students s
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CanadaMar 09, 2026

Foreign national sentenced to four years after CBSA finds undeclared firearms at Victoria ferry terminal

A 44-year-old foreign national has been sentenced to four years in prison following a Canadian Border Services Agency investigation into firearms offences at a British Columbia port of entry. According to the Canadian Border Services Agency, Reuben Velasquez was sentenced on Feb. 3, 2026, in Williams Lake Provincial Court after being convicted of two offences under the Criminal Code: possession of a loaded, prohibited or restricted firearm without authorization or licence under section 95(1), and unauthorized possession of a firearm under section 91(1). The charges stem from an incident on Sep
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BCMar 09, 2026

Suspect arrested after ATM stolen in Abbotsford business break-in, police say

A man is in custody after an ATM was stolen during a break and enter at a business in Abbotsford late Sunday night, according to the Abbotsford Police Department. Police say officers responded at about 9:09 p.m. to a report of a break-in at a business in the 36300 block of Auguston Parkway in the city’s McKee area. According to police, suspects had already fled by the time officers arrived. The business sustained damage during the incident and an ATM was reported stolen. At approximately 9:41 p.m., a resident contacted police to report a suspicious vehicle near Wells Gray Avenue and McKinley