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CanadaFeb 22, 2022

Canada sanctions Russia over Ukraine 'invasion,' pledges more troops to Europe

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada is sending hundreds more troops to eastern Europe and imposing new sanctions on Russia in response to its deployment of forces into Ukraine. Trudeau says up to 460 more members of the Canadian Armed Forces are being sent to Latvia and the surrounding region to bolster NATO in response to what he described as a Russian invasion of Ukraine. The new troops are being deployed alongside an additional naval frigate and Aurora surveillance aircraft, and are on top of the 540 Armed Forces members already deployed to Latvia. Trudeau says Canada is also taking
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CanadaFeb 19, 2022

More than 100 people arrested in Ottawa as police operation continues

There's a sweeping police operation to end a three-week protest on Parliament Hill. Authorities so far have arrested more than 100 people. Law enforcement began the crackdown last night, setting up 100 checkpoints and arresting key organizers. Many more officers have descended on the downtown core, some clad in riot gear and holding what appeared to be tear-gas canisters. The national capital's interim police chief says the plan is ''deliberate and methodical'' and police are in control on the ground. Steve Bell says clearing the area will take time.
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CanadaFeb 18, 2022

One of the Ottawa protest organizers, Pat King arrested

One of the main convoy protest organizers, Pat King, has been arrested. King posted a video of himself being arrested on Facebook Live. In the video, an officer can be seen approaching his vehicle and informing him he's under arrest for counselling to commit mischief, counselling to obstruct police and counselling to disobey a court order. The officer asks him to step out of the vehicle and King says he'd like to speak to his lawyer. The officer says he'd like to make sure everything is safe and King responds that his hands are free and empty and he's always been safe. King then tells the cam
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CanadaFeb 17, 2022

Canada claims gold in women's Ice Hockey, beat U.S. 3-2 in the final

Canada claimed its fifth gold medal in seven women's Olympic hockey tournaments by defeating the United States, 3-2 in the final. Marie-Philip Poulin scored twice and assisted on Sarah Nurse's goal to add another chapter to her legacy as ``Captain Clutch'' for Canada. Ann-Renee Desbiens made 38 saves as the Canadians forced the Americans to settle for a silver medal for the fourth time. Captain Marie-Philip Poulin of Beauceville, Que., scored twice and assisted on the other to lead Canada to the gold medal with a 3-2 victory over the United States, ` the third time she has scored the ``golden
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CanadaFeb 17, 2022

PM Trudeau says this is not the time to hurt our communities; Bergen says all protesters want is to be heard

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau opened the debate in the House of Commons on the Emergencies Act by saying Canadians have made sacrifices for the past two years. He says with things starting to open up once again, this is not the time to hurt our communities and fellow citizens by setting up illegal blockades.Conservative Interim leader says protesters want to be heard Interim Conservative leader Candice Bergen says her party wants to lower the temperature across the country, while the prime minister wants to raise it. As debate got underway on the Emergencies Act, Bergen told the House that the
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IndiaFeb 17, 2022

Police official says partially consumed bottle of liquor was recovered from the ill-fated car of Punjabi actor Deep Sidhu

A partially consumed bottle of liquor was recovered from the ill-fated car of Punjabi actor Deep Sidhu, who died in a road accident on Tuesday near Sonipat in Haryana. An FIR has been registered for rash and negligent driving against the driver of the truck with which the actor's car collided. Viscera samples of the actor have been collected. "We retrieved a partially consumed liquor bottle from Deep Sidhu's car. It is a case of rash and negligent driving. An FIR has been registered. The driver has been identified and police teams are trying to nab him. Viscera sample has been collected and fu
CanadaFeb 16, 2022

Canada wins 3rd Gold at Beijing Olympics as Charles Hamelin becomes country's most decorated male Winter Olympian

Canadian speedskater Charles Hamelin has become the country's most decorated male Winter Olympian, and he did it in golden fashion. The 37-year-old Hamelin joined teammates Steven Dubois, Jordan Pierre-Gilles and Pascal Dion to win the men's 5000m short-track relay. It's a sixth career medal for Hamelin and the third of the Games for Dubois, who now has a gold, silver and bronze in Beijing. Canada won the 5,000m relay in short track speedskating. The team of Charles Hamelin, Steven Dubois, Jordan Pierre-Gilles and Pascal Dion skated cleanly to take their nation's eighth gold medal in the 45-
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IndiaFeb 15, 2022

Punjab CM Channi and other politicians condole demise of Punjabi actor Deep Sidhu

Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi has condoled the death of Punjabi actor Deep Sidhu, who died in a road accident on Tuesday near Sonipat in Haryana.Deep Sidhu had been granted bail in April this year in a case related to the violence on Republic Day. Two FIRs had been registered against Sidhu in connection with the violence on Republic Day last year.In a tweet Channi conveyed his condolences to Sidhu's family members. "Deeply saddened to learn about the unfortunate demise of renowned actor and social activist, Deep Sidhu. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family and fan
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CanadaFeb 14, 2022

PM Trudeau invokes Emergencies Act to bring to an end to antigovernment blockades

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has invoked the Emergencies Act to bring to an end to antigovernment blockades he says are illegal and not about peaceful protest. Trudeau says the act will be used to protect critical infrastructure such as borders and airports from the blockades, and is creating time-limited powers that do not already exist. This is the first time the Emergencies Act has been invoked since it came into force in 1988. Trudeau says the act will be used to protect critical infrastructure such as borders and airports, and is creating time-limited powers that do not already

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IndiaApr 29, 2026

Punjab cabinet approves May 1 special Vidhan Sabha session focused on labour issues

The Punjab cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has approved convening a one-day special session of the Vidhan Sabha on May 1, according to a state government announcement. The session will coincide with International Workers' Day and is expected to focus on issues affecting the working class. The government plans to discuss concerns linked to changes in employment programs, including the replacement of the Centre’s MGNREGA with what it describes as the “Ji Ram Ji Scheme,” as outlined in the cabinet decision. According to the announcement, representatives of labour unions from a
WorldApr 29, 2026

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill five in 24 hours; arrests reported in West Bank

At least five people were killed and seven others injured in Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The ministry said that during a ceasefire period in place since October, a total of 823 people have been killed and 2,308 injured. It added that since Israel began military operations in Gaza in October 2023, the cumulative death toll has reached 72,599, with 172,411 people reported injured. The figures have not been independently verified. Israeli authorities have not immediately commented on the latest reported casualties. In
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CanadaApr 29, 2026

One dead, one injured in targeted shooting in Surrey’s Newton area

A man is dead and another was taken to hospital with minor injuries after a shooting in Surrey’s Newton neighbourhood on Tuesday evening, according to police. Surrey Police Service Staff Sgt. Lindsey Houghton said the incident occurred at 7p.m. in the 6800-block of 148 Street. Officers responding to reports of shots fired found two victims inside a vehicle parked in a residential driveway. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while the second was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. According to police, CCTV footage shows a silver car attempting to reverse out
WorldApr 29, 2026

Pakistan says ceasefire efforts ongoing in Middle East, signals possible U.S.–Iran talks

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says efforts to maintain a ceasefire in the Middle East are continuing, crediting Islamabad’s diplomatic engagement with helping keep the truce in place. According to statements attributed to Sharif, Pakistan is working to ensure the ceasefire holds and that peace initiatives do not lose momentum. He said there would be no relaxation in efforts aimed at stabilizing the situation. Officials familiar with the discussions indicate that Pakistan is again attempting to bring United States and Iran back to the negotiating table. Reports suggest a new roun
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CanadaApr 29, 2026

Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 2.25% as global risks weigh on outlook

The Bank of Canada kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25 per cent on Wednesday, marking the fourth consecutive decision to hold rates, according to its latest monetary policy report. The central bank also maintained its deposit rate at 2.20 per cent. Governor Tiff Macklem said ongoing conflict in the Middle East and evolving U.S. trade policies are reshaping global trade patterns and adding uncertainty to the economic outlook. According to the bank’s report, the Iran-related tensions have reduced growth prospects in oil-importing countries while contributing to higher inflation