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IndiaAug 08, 2024

Chief Minister Mann's big announcement for the Indian hockey team after winning the bronze medal in the Paris Olympics

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a prize of Rs 1 crore each to the Punjabi players of the Indian hockey team who won the bronze medal in the Paris Olympics. The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of pride for us that there were 10 Punjabi players including captain Harmanpreet Singh and vice-captain Hardik Singh in this team. He congratulated the entire hockey team. Along with this, there is a happy atmosphere in captain Harmanpreet Singh's house. Harmanpreet scored both the goals in this match. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Sreejesh has retired with this victory. Sreejesh had a
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IndiaAug 07, 2024

Lawrence Bishnoi was interviewed in Kharar, Punjab

A major revelation has been made in the prison interview of mastermind gangster Lawrence Bishnoi of the Sidhu Moosewala murder case. The first interview of the gangster took place in police custody in Kharar, Punjab, while the second interview took place in a jail in Rajasthan. This has been revealed from the report of the special investigation team investigating the matter. Sitt submitted the sealed report to the Punjab-Haryana High Court, which was made public on Wednesday. More facts from the report are awaited. Along with this, Punjab DGP. The claim of Gaurav Yadav, in which he denied any
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IndiaAug 07, 2024

Former minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu was remanded for 5 days by the ED

Bharat Bhushan Ashu, who was a cabinet minister during the Congress government in Punjab, has been remanded by the court for another 5 days in the custody of the ED. Congress MLA Pargat Singh and the local leadership of Jalandhar were also present in Ashu's support during the court appearance. Meanwhile, the ED has checked the accounts of several close associates of Ashu and is making a list of some people. During the investigation, foreign transactions were found in the accounts due to which Ashu's problems increased. Bharat Bhushan Ashu is facing investigation in the multi-crore transport
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IndiaAug 07, 2024

Shiromani Akali Dal formed the party's 'Parliamentary Board', appointed Balwinder Singh Bhundar as Chairman

Sukhbir Singh Badal is continuously taking many big decisions amidst the rebellion in Shiromani Akali Dal, recently after forming the new core committee, Sukhbir Badal has now also formed the parliamentary board of the party. A chairman and five members have been included in it. Balwinder Singh Bhundar has been made the head of the parliamentary board of the party, while other members include Janmeja Singh Sekhon, Guljar Singh Ranike, Mahesh Inder Singh Grewal, Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema and Hira Singh Gabaria are included. It is to be noted that Sukhbir Badal has formed the new parliamentary bo
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IndiaAug 06, 2024

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann targeted Sukhbir Singh Badal over incidents of blasphemy

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today targeted Sukhbir Singh Badal over the blasphemy incidents that took place in 2015. Sukhbir Badal recently apologized for these incidents that happened during his government. Bhagwant Mann said that forgiveness is for mistakes, for sins. The Chief Minister was addressing a gathering during the Van Mahotsav function at Hoshiarpur today, when he made these remarks. Mann said that his government is gathering new evidence in the case of desecration of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji in 2015 and exemplary punishment will be given to the accused.
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IndiaAug 06, 2024

On August 30, the five Singh Sahibs called a meeting

Amid chaos in Shiromani Akali Dal, Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh has made public the explanation given by Sukhbir Singh Badal. Sukhbir Badal submitted his explanation on July 24 in reference to the complaint made by the rebel Akali leaders. Badal has said in this that he is dedicated to Shri Akal Takht and for whatever has been written against him, he seeks unconditional forgiveness from Guru Sahib and Panth and whatever decision was taken by Shri Akal Takht in this regard. will go, they will be accepted head-on. A meeting of the Jathedars of five Takhts has been called at Sri Akal
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IndiaAug 06, 2024

Farmers meet Rahul Gandhi in Delhi

The United Kisan Morcha, led by Pandhre and Dallewal, meet Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday at the Shambhu border of Punjab-Haryana. After which farmer leaders have said that in the upcoming winter session of the Parliament, Rahul Gandhi can introduce a private bill for the MSP guarantee. Along with this, a meeting will also be called by the Indy Alliance regarding the 20-point demand letter of the United Farmers' Front. The demand of the farmers is also that India should be out of the World Trade Organization. According to the information, apart from Balbir Singh Rajewal, farmer leader Dr. 10 leaders
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IndiaAug 06, 2024

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal got a blow from the High Court, did not get bail

Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal received a big blow on Monday in the Delhi liquor scam case. The High Court dismissed their petition challenging the arrest. The court said that his arrest was not illegal. Let us tell you that Kejriwal has been arrested by ED and CBI in the Delhi liquor scam case. He had challenged the arrests of both the agencies. Along with this, the AAP supremo also filed a bail petition, which was rejected.
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IndiaAug 06, 2024

The Shiromani Akali Dal formed a new core committee of 23 members

The Shiromani Akali Dal has formed a new core committee of 23 members under the leadership of Sukhbir Singh Badal. It includes many leaders including SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami and Bikram Singh Majithia. Sukhbir Singh Badal had dissolved the old core committee on July 23 after the rebellion emerged in the party. Now the new core committee under the leadership of Sukhbir Badal has decided to hold a three-day delegate meeting at Sri Anandpur Sahib in the first week of November. This decision has been taken when the leader of the rebel faction Prof. Many other leaders including Prem Si

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CanadaJun 12, 2026

Carney, Macron discuss strengthening Canada–France defence and industrial cooperation

Prime Minister Mark Carney met with French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday to discuss expanding defence, industrial and economic cooperation between Canada and France amid growing global security challenges. According to information released by the Prime Minister's Office, the two leaders discussed increasing military coordination through NATO, advancing joint defence production, expanding collaboration on advanced technologies and strengthening secure supply chains. Carney said rising geopolitical tensions have increased the importance of the Canada–France relationship. He added that cl
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CanadaJun 12, 2026

Canada to Introduce New Bill Targeting Imports Made With Forced Labour

The federal Liberal government is preparing to introduce legislation aimed at strengthening Canada's ban on goods produced through forced labour, following pressure from the United States over enforcement of import restrictions. The move comes after the Trump administration warned that countries it considers ineffective in blocking imports linked to forced labour could face an additional 10 per cent tariff on trade with the United States. U.S. officials recently criticized several trading partners, including Canada, for what they described as insufficient enforcement measures. Foreign Affairs
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BCJun 12, 2026

Surrey man charged after two alleged bank robberies

A Surrey man is facing robbery charges following two alleged bank robberies reported in the city earlier this month, according to Surrey Police Service. Police said officers responded to a reported robbery near 104 Avenue and King George Boulevard on June 6 at about 10:50 a.m. Investigators allege a man threatened bank staff by claiming he had a weapon before leaving with money. No injuries were reported and the suspect was not located at the time. A second reported robbery occurred on June 8 at about 11 a.m. near 128 Street and 96 Avenue. According to Surrey Police Service, a man again allege
AlbertaJun 12, 2026

RCMP prioritize investigation after plaques stolen from First World War internment memorial in Banff National Park

RCMP in Lake Louise say the theft of two plaques from a First World War internment memorial in Banff National Park is being treated as a priority investigation. According to an RCMP news release, the plaques were removed from the Castle Mountain Internment Camp memorial, which commemorates people detained in Canada during the First World War. Police also reported vandalism to a statue located at the site. The memorial includes historical information about the Castle Mountain camp and a statue of a Ukrainian immigrant bearing the word “Why?” at its base. The site serves as a place of rememb
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FeaturedJun 12, 2026

Calgary police classify deaths of woman and child as murder-suicide

Calgary police say the deaths of a 42-year-old woman and her seven-year-old son have been determined to be a murder-suicide. According to police, the bodies were discovered Wednesday after officers conducted a welfare check at a home in northeast Calgary. Investigators said the case has been reviewed and no other suspects are being sought. Police have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Authorities also said there was no reported history of family violence involving those involved.