16.17°C Vancouver

News

3-farm-acts-should-be-brought-back-another-controversial-statement-by-mp-kangana-ranaut
IndiaSep 24, 2024

3 Farm Acts should be brought back, another controversial statement by MP Kangana Ranaut

The MP from Himachal's Mandi and Bollywood actress is once again in the headlines for her statement. This time he has created a controversy with the demand to bring back three agricultural laws. Kangana said that my statement may be controversial but the three rejected farm bills should be brought back to empower farmers. At the same time, the Congress has surrounded the BJP on the pretext of Kangana. Leader of Opposition in Punjab and senior Congress leader Pratap Singh Bajwa has demanded an immediate explanation from BJP on Kangana's statement.
handydart-workers-in-metro-vancouver-voted-to-ratify-new-deal-with-transdev
BCSep 24, 2024

HandyDART workers in Metro Vancouver voted to ratify new deal with TransDev

The union representing HandyDART workers in Metro Vancouver has voted to ratify a new collective bargaining agreement with TransDev. Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1724 voted Monday to ratify the deal, which it says includes increased wages for workers. About 600 HandyDART employees started strike action in early September, pausing service except for essential medical trips. ATU Local 1724 President Joe McCann says the strike showed the power of the union, and ratifying the contract is great for union members. The union also says the new contract with TransDev pushes back on the use of taxis
picket-lines-go-up-as-strike-begins-at-six-grain-terminals-in-metro-vancouver
BCSep 24, 2024

Picket lines go up as strike begins at six grain terminals in Metro Vancouver

Picket lines have gone up at six grain terminals in Metro Vancouver as workers began a strike. More than 600 workers represented by Grain Workers Union Local 333 are off the job. Union president Douglas Lea-Smith says the employer need to come back to the bargaining table to negotiate a deal. The union says it provided the employer with a "comprehensive package" last Thursday and the next day, the association indicated it had no counter offer. A statement issued by the Vancouver Terminal Elevators Association says it concluded conciliation with the union with assistance from the Federal Media
bjp-sent-me-to-jail-to-show-me-a-thief-but-everyone-knows-i-am-not-corrupt-kejriwal
IndiaSep 24, 2024

BJP sent me to jail to show me a 'thief', but everyone knows I am not corrupt: Kejriwal

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal held a road show in Haryana's Sirsa district on Tuesday. Meanwhile, he strongly attacked the BJP and alleged that he was arrested and sent to jail to prove that he was corrupt. Kejriwal said that even his "hardest" enemy knows that he is honest. Addressing the people, Kejriwal said that he had to spend five and a half months in jail without any reason. He said that my fault was that I made electricity free in Delhi and Punjab. It is to be noted that the polls for the Haryana Assembly elections are to be held on October 5, for which Kejriwal is holdi
alberta-medical-association-says-delayed-pay-deal-will-hurt-health-care-system
FeaturedSep 24, 2024

Alberta Medical Association says delayed pay deal will hurt health-care system

An Alberta doctors' group says even though a new pay deal with the province is ready to be implemented, the government isn't putting its money where its mouth is. Dr. Shelley Duggan, the Alberta Medical Association's new president, says doctors are worried the province's health-care system is on the verge of collapse, and the pay deal is still waiting on approval from the province's Treasury Board. Former association president Dr. Paul Parks says Premier Danielle Smith promised the deal by September and the delay is hurting the struggling health-care system. Parks says the government's work to
lawrence-bishnoi-interview-case-punjab-government-issued-notice-to-4-big-officials
IndiaSep 24, 2024

Lawrence Bishnoi interview case, Punjab government issued notice to 4 big officials

The matter of police custody interview of Sidhu Moosewala murder mastermind Lawrence Bishnoi was heard in the Punjab-Haryana High Court today. The Punjab government told the court that it has initiated action against the accused officials in this case. According to the government, show cause notices have been issued to the SSP, SP, DSP and CIA in-charge present at the time of Bishnoi's interview. Lawrence Bishnoi's first interview took place in the custody of the CIA unit of the Punjab Police in Kharar. The High Court specifically asked about the CIA in-charge of Kharar, Shiv Kumar, where he
house-to-debate-motion-as-tories-attempt-to-take-down-liberal-government
CanadaSep 24, 2024

House to debate motion as Tories attempt to take down Liberal government

The House of Commons is set to debate a Conservative non-confidence motion today, as the Tories try to take down Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government. It's the first test for the minority government since the NDP ended its supply-and-confidence deal with the Liberals earlier this month. The Bloc Québécois and NDP have already said they will not support the motion, which will be voted on Wednesday. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has been criticizing NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh for his refusal to bring down the Liberals. That all but eliminates the possibility of a snap election thi
punjab-police-gave-an-affidavit-in-the-court-about-amritpal-singh-and-his-associates
IndiaSep 23, 2024

Punjab Police gave an affidavit in the court about Amritpal Singh and his associates

The Punjab Police recently filed a response in the court regarding the reimposition of NSA on Amritpal Singh and his associates, who have been imprisoned in Dibrugarh Jail for almost one and a half years, claiming that the accused have not only threatened the law and order of the state but also the life of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. There are also threats to So it was decided to increase NSA on them. In the information given to the High Court, the Punjab Police referred to some video clips of Amritpal. It is to be noted that Amritpal Singh and his colleagues had challenged the imposition
first-patient-of-mpox-virulent-strain-clade-1-found-in-india
IndiaSep 23, 2024

First patient of Mpox virulent strain clade-1 found in India

First patient of Mpox virulent strain clade-1 has been found in India. This is the same strain that WHO has declared as a global health agency. According to the health department, the patient had returned to Kerala from the UAE last week. The victim is 38 years old. On September 17, he self-quarantined after showing symptoms of Mpox. There are 32 laboratories for Mpox testing in India. Notably, the Clade 1 variant of Mpox is a fast-spreading strain, first identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo, from where it spread to other countries.

Just In

new-charges-laid-against-two-men-in-surrey-extortion-and-shooting-case
BCJun 25, 2026

New Charges Laid Against Two Men in Surrey Extortion and Shooting Case

Surrey Police have laid additional charges against 20-year-old Harshdeep Singh and 21-year-old Hanspreet Singh in connection with an extortion and shooting investigation. The new charges include discharging a firearm and possessing a loaded weapon. The two men were arrested on January 26 shortly after shots were fired at a home near 129 Street and 84 Avenue in Surrey. Officers conducting patrols under the Surrey Police Service's Project Assurance program spotted and stopped a suspicious vehicle in the area and arrested the two suspects. A search of the vehicle led to the seizure of a loaded ha
AlbertaJun 25, 2026

Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Central Alberta

Environment Canada says heavy rainfall expected across central Alberta this weekend could lead to overland flooding, road washouts and damage to infrastructure. Forecasters are predicting up to 60 millimetres of rain between Friday evening and Sunday. The agency noted that an unusually wet June has already left the ground saturated, increasing the risk of flooding. Environment Canada also warned that another weather system is expected to move into the region early next week, potentially bringing even more heavy rainfall and worsening conditions. Residents are being advised to monitor weather
powerful-earthquake-strikes-venezuela-massive-casualties-feared
WorldJun 25, 2026

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Venezuela, Massive Casualties Feared

A powerful earthquake has struck the South American nation of Venezuela, causing widespread destruction. Two strong tremors measuring 7.1 and 7.5 in magnitude hit within a minute of each other, leading to severe damage across several areas. According to reports, numerous buildings and homes have collapsed. Authorities have confirmed hundreds of deaths, while thousands of people have been injured. Officials fear that the death toll could exceed 10,000 as many people are still believed to be trapped under the rubble. The strong tremors were felt west of Venezuela's capital, Caracas, where sever
carney-trump-speak-by-phone-ahead-of-nato-summit-next-month
CanadaJun 25, 2026

Carney, Trump speak by phone ahead of NATO summit next month

Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone conversation Wednesday ahead of next month's NATO summit, according to the Prime Minister's Office. The Prime Minister's Office confirmed the call in a one-line statement but did not disclose the topics discussed by the two leaders. Carney and Trump are expected to meet during the annual NATO summit, scheduled for July 7 and 8 in Ankara, Turkey. The meeting comes as NATO allies continue discussions on defence spending and broader security priorities. Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is also visiting Canada from Thursd
senior-leaders-of-edmonton-based-infantry-battalion-removed-amid-investigation
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