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IndiaJul 09, 2024

Chief Minister Mann handed over a check of 1 crore to Shubhakaran's family, the sister got a government job

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today handed over a check of Rs 1 crore to the family of Shubkaran Singh, who was killed during the farmers' agitation on the Khanuri border of Punjab-Haryana. Apart from this, Shubkaran's sister has been given an appointment letter for a government job. It may be mentioned that Shubkaran Singh died due to bullet injury in the clash between the farmers and the security forces in Khannouri about going to Delhi. The farmers' organizations believe that this shot was fired by the Haryana Police, while the report in this regard is yet to come.
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CanadaJul 09, 2024

Trudeau to attend NATO leaders' summit

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Trudeau to attend NATO leaders' summit Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be gathering with NATO leaders today to mark the 75th anniversary of the defensive alliance as Russia escalates its aggression towards Ukraine. The ongoing battle in Ukraine will top the agenda of the three-day summit following Russian missile attacks which left death and destruction, including at a large children's hospital in Kyiv. New robust measures to support Ukraine are set to be announced during the summit and officials say i
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BCJul 08, 2024

Environmental group buys Fraser River island near Chilliwack, B.C., to protect salmon

An important salmon habitat will be protected after the multimillion-dollar purchase of an island in British Columbia's lower Fraser River by an environmental organization, with the help of the federal government and private donors. The Nature Conservancy of Canada announced the purchase of 248-hectare Carey Island near Chilliwack, in an important ecological area between Mission and Hope known to conservationists as "the Heart of the Fraser." The previous owners, Carey Island Farms Ltd., were using the island to grow corn. The conservancy says Carey Island is one of the Fraser's last salmon ha
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

Big relief to Bikram Majithia from High Court, summons sent in NDPS case withdrawn by Sit

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia has got a big relief from the Punjab and Haryana High Court in the drug smuggling case worth crores of rupees. The Special Task Force (SIT) investigating the case has responded in court that they have withdrawn the summons sent to Majithia for questioning. In fact, Majithia had challenged Sit's summons in the High Court. had described these summons as illegal and demanded their cancellation. As soon as the hearing was held in the High Court today, the Public Prosecutor of the Punjab Government told the High Court that this notice of summons is
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu meet Governor Purohit

Punjab BJP leader and Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing at the Center Ravneet Singh Bittu today meet the Governor of the state Banwari Lal Purohit. Bittu said that the central government is receiving alarming reports about criminal and terrorist activities in the state and the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government is allowing the situation to worsen. He said that the way criminals are roaming, there is a huge threat to the safety of ordinary citizens. He referred to the attack on Shiv Sena leader Sandeep Thapar in Ludhiana and the shooting incidents in various other cities. It is
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

Advocate Dhami congratulated the Sikh and Punjabi candidates who wins the parliamentary elections in Britain

All the political parties of Punjab and the Shiromani Committee have congratulated the Sikh and Punjabi MPs who wins the parliamentary elections in Britain. Shiromani Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami said that this is a matter of great pride for Punjabis and especially Sikhs. Advocate Dhami said that Sikhs have earned a name all over the world with their hard work. He expressed hope that the newly elected members of Parliament will definitely take steps to solve the problems of Sikhs living abroad. At the same time, Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhawan said th
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CanadaJul 08, 2024

In bid to win over dentists, Ottawa changes billing for dental care plan

Health Minister Mark Holland says dentists and other oral-health providers no longer need to sign up with the government to provide care to patients who are covered under the national dental care plan. The change is part of the government's latest bid to win over dentists who have been reluctant to join the program for uninsured low- and middle-income Canadians. Holland announced the change at a press conference in Nova Scotia, after weeks of tension with dental associations across the country. Last month the minister suggested dental associations were actively seeking problems with the progra
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

4 killed during firing between two sides

In Punjab, the situation regarding peace law is getting worse day by day. About 60 rounds of fire were fired between two parties over the government water supply in Vithwan village of Batala, in which 4 people died. According to the police, 8 persons were injured in the firing and a total of 13 persons were involved in both the factions. Officials said that a case has been registered and further action is being taken in this matter. The condition of 2 of the injured remains critical. At the same time, a video of a young man being brutally beaten with iron rods by attackers in Maur Mandi near
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WorldJul 08, 2024

Indian prime minister arrives in Russia on his first visit since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Moscow on Monday on a two-day visit, his first since Russia sent troops into Ukraine, an action that has complicated the relationship between the longtime partners and pushed Russia closer to India’s rival, China. Modi is set to have dinner with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, to be followed by talks. Modi last traveled to Russia in 2019, when he attended a forum in the far eastern port of Vladivostok and met with Putin. The leaders also saw each other in September 2022 in Uzbekistan, at a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organi

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BCAug 06, 2026

Fort St. John RCMP investigate second targeted drive-by shooting in recent weeks

RCMP are investigating a targeted drive-by shooting in Fort St. John that damaged several properties but did not result in any reported injuries. The incident marks the second targeted shooting in the city within the past few weeks. According to Fort St. John RCMP, officers responded to reports of gunfire at about 1:37 a.m. Thursday in the 9800 block of 108 Avenue, near the city's downtown area. Investigators found bullet damage to a travel trailer, two nearby homes and a vehicle. Police said no injuries were reported. As of publication, investigators have not released a description of any sus
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CanadaAug 06, 2026

Federal government restores full health coverage for refugees and asylum claimants

The federal government under Prime Minister Mark Carney has reversed recent cuts to health coverage for refugees and asylum claimants, restoring full benefits under the Interim Federal Health Program. New rules introduced on May 1, 2026 required eligible refugees to pay a $4 co-payment for prescription medications. The changes also required them to cover 30 per cent of the cost of supplemental services, including dental care, vision care, physiotherapy and mental health services. The policy drew criticism from frontline physicians, human rights organizations and community advocates, who argued
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CanadaAug 06, 2026

RCMP warn Western Canada trucking businesses about credit card fraud scheme

The Saskatchewan RCMP is warning trucking and transportation-related businesses across Western Canada about a credit card fraud scheme targeting commercial suppliers. According to an RCMP news release, suspects are contacting businesses by phone and using fraudulent credit cards to purchase truck tires, engine oil, trailer parts and other high-value items. Police say the fraud typically begins with a phone order and payment by credit card. The initial transaction may appear as approved or pending, prompting businesses to ship the goods by courier. After the shipment is delivered, the credit ca
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BCAug 06, 2026

Rustad criticizes B.C. premier's public response as wildfire evacuations continue

B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad has criticized Premier David Eby over his public response as thousands of people across British Columbia remain under evacuation orders because of ongoing wildfires. Rustad said it was unacceptable that the premier had not addressed the public while many residents remain displaced and families are uncertain whether their homes have survived. He described the situation as a failure of leadership, saying people affected by the fires expect clear answers and support from the province's top elected official. According to statements released by the B.C. Conserva
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IndiaAug 06, 2026

Modi, Netanyahu discuss West Asia developments in phone call

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke by telephone on Thursday to discuss recent developments in West Asia and the current regional situation. According to information released by Indian authorities, the two leaders also reviewed ongoing cooperation under the India–Israel Strategic Partnership. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. The conversation comes as both countries continue regular high-level engagement on regional and bilateral issues. Prime Minister Modi last spoke with Netan