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IndiaMay 01, 2024

Many big leaders including Navjot Singh Sidhu distanced themselves from the election campaign

Despite the heated atmosphere of the Lok Sabha elections in Punjab, a large number of ex-MLAs, ex-district presidents and constituency in-charges of that faction, including the former president of the Congress party, Navjot Singh Sidhu, have so far kept their distance from participating in the election campaign of the Congress. So far, no concrete efforts have been made to convince and reconcile this faction by other leaders including the President of the Pradesh Congress Committee, which has started to be considered as a danger bell for the Congress. On the other hand, State Congress Commit
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CanadaMay 01, 2024

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh confirms his party will support the Liberals' federal budget

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says his party will support the federal budget, ending any speculation that the party could pull out of its deal with the minority Liberal government. Singh says his party wanted time to digest the budget, but is ultimately voting in favour of it because of shared initiatives that it proposes. That includes creating a national school lunch program and providing free birth control and diabetes medicine for anyone with a health card. The Conservatives and Bloc Québécois have previously said they wouldn’t support the budget. The minority Liberals needed the support of
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BCMay 01, 2024

'Biological sex' sports bill is quickly quashed in B.C. legislature

A B.C. Conservative private member's bill to classify publicly funded sports teams and events according to the "biological sex" of participants, banning transgender athletes, didn't make it out of the starting blocks. The Fairness in Women's and Girls' Sports Act was voted down at first reading, a fate that's a rarity in the legislature. The majority New Democrats, joined by two Green Party members and two Independents, voted down the proposed bill introduced by Conservative Leader John Rustad. New Democrat House Leader Ravi Kahlon said outside the legislature the proposed bill was "hateful an
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IndiaMay 01, 2024

Sukhpal Khaira's big statement, 'After a while, Goldy himself will say that I will return to Congress'

Bhaluth MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira, who was made a Lok Sabha candidate from Sangrur by the Punjab Congress, has termed former Congress MLA Dalvir Singh Goldy as a duplicitous person who joined AAP. Khaira said that a leader lik Dalvir Goldy can cheat anyone for his seat. He said that the party which made him MLA stabbed him in the back. Today, by joining the Aam Aadmi Party, Goldy double face has come to the fore, which directly shows the hunger for power. Khaira said that the political journey of those who are hungry for chairs ends very soon and one day they will long to come back to the Con
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CanadaMay 01, 2024

Conservatives call on Commons Speaker to resign, say he let Trudeau cross the line

Conservative MPs want House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus to resign after ejecting their leader and not Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a heated debate Tuesday. The Conservatives say Fergus did not apply the rules equally during a tense back and forth between Trudeau and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. Poilievre was kicked out of the chamber after he called Trudeau a "wacko prime minister" and refused Fergus's request to withdraw the remark. The insult was hurled as Poilievre pressed Trudeau to agree to British Columbia's request to amend a Health Canada provision decriminalizing p
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IndiaMay 01, 2024

A big decision came in favor of Sidhu Moosewala, all the accused including Lawrence, Jaggu were charged

In the Sidhu Moosewala murder case, the Mansa court has framed charges against all the accused. The Sessions Court also rejected the application of Lawrence Bishnoi and Jaggu Bhagwan Puria, in which they pleaded not guilty. Regular hearing of this case will be held from May 20. After this decision of the court, Moosewala's father Balkaur Singh said that today his mind has got some peace. It is to be noted that on the evening of May 29, 2022, Sidhu Moosewala was shot dead near Mansa village Jawahar. Musewale's parents are still fighting for justice for their son.
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IndiaMay 01, 2024

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will have to go to jail if Congress forms the government in the state in 2027: Bajwa

Leader of Opposition in Punjab Vidhan Sabha Pratap Singh Bajwa says that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will have to go to jail if the Congress government is formed in the state in 2027. He made this comment to Dr. Congress candidate from Patiala Lok Sabha Constituency. Campaigning for Dharamvir Gandhi in Sanur Constituency. Pratap Singh Bajwa also alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party government is in collusion with the Centre. He said that the Chief Minister conducted a road show in Garhshankar, which proved unsuccessful as there was a party supporter or volunteer at the spot. The Chief Minister
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CanadaMay 01, 2024

Cost to host 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver doubles, may hit $581M

Organizers of the seven FIFA World Cup soccer matches coming to Vancouver in 2026 say the estimated cost of hosting the event has more than doubled in the last two years. The latest estimates put the price tag at between $483 million and $581 million, including costs for the city, the province and stadium upgrades. The province says the event is expected to generate enough revenue to result in a net cost of between $100 million and $145 million.
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IndiaMay 01, 2024

Dalvir Singh Goldy joined Aam Aadmi Party

Former Congress MLA Dalvir Singh Goldy joined Aam Aadmi Party from the pivotal seat of Punjab's Sangrur district joined the Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday. According to sources, earlier he was going to join BJP but later postponed the decision. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today included him in the party. In 2022, he contested against Bhagwant Mann from Dhuri Vidhan Sabha constituency but lost. In 2017, he was an MLA from this seat. Dalvir Goldy was unhappy with the decision to give ticket to Bhulath MLA Sukhpal Khaira from Sangrur, due to which he quit the Congress yesterday.

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CanadaJun 09, 2026

Canada’s Trade Surplus Rises 55% in April as Higher Oil Prices Boost Exports

Canada recorded a merchandise trade surplus of $2.72 billion in April, up 55 per cent from the previous month and the highest level in 15 months, according to data released Tuesday by Statistics Canada. The increase was driven in part by higher crude oil prices, which supported the value of Canadian exports during the month. The latest figures come as global energy markets continue to respond to geopolitical tensions affecting oil supply and pricing. Despite federal efforts to diversify trade and reduce reliance on the United States amid ongoing trade disputes, the U.S. remained Canada’s dom
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BCJun 09, 2026

Teen missing, presumed drowned after boat capsizes near Quesnel

A 17-year-old from Prince George is presumed drowned after a boat carrying four people capsized on Stony Lake in British Columbia's central Interior, according to RCMP. Quesnel RCMP said three people aboard the vessel were able to reach shore safely after the incident. However, the boat's operator did not resurface and remains missing. Police identified the missing person as a 17-year-old male from Prince George. His family has been notified, RCMP said. Search efforts remained underway Tuesday. According to police, an underwater recovery team was expected to arrive at the lake to assist in the
AlbertaJun 09, 2026

13-year-old charged after alleged school threat in Sexsmith

A 13-year-old boy has been charged after police investigated alleged threats of gun violence targeting a school in Sexsmith, a community about 450 kilometres northwest of Edmonton. RCMP said officers were called Thursday after receiving reports of threats against students at the school. Police arrested a suspect and seized a firearm from the youth's residence during the investigation. The boy has been charged with uttering threats. The allegation has not been tested in court. According to RCMP, the accused is scheduled to appear in Grande Prairie provincial court on Wednesday. Police have not
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IndiaJun 09, 2026

Arvind Kejriwal begins Punjab visit amid AAP’s preparations for 2027 Assembly election

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal is set to remain in Punjab for the next several days as the party steps up preparations ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly election. According to party sources, Kejriwal is expected to hold meetings with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Punjab affairs in-charge Manish Sisodia to review governance-related issues, the implementation status of government schemes, and delays in meeting administrative timelines. Discussions are also expected to include the performance of officials in various government departments. The visit comes as AAP begins
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CanadaJun 09, 2026

Suspect shot dead by Vancouver police during hostage incident at East Vancouver home

A man who allegedly forced his way into a home and took a person hostage was shot and killed by Vancouver police Monday night, according to authorities. Vancouver Police Department said officers responded to reports of a violent home invasion in the 3600-block of Commercial Street at approximately 9 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found a suspect inside the residence who had allegedly entered the home by force and was holding another person hostage. Police said an officer attempted to de-escalate the situation and resolve the incident peacefully. However, the officer ultimately discharged a firear