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IndiaJun 11, 2025

Bhagwant Mann is a dummy CM: Bikram Singh Majithia

Former minister and senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who arrived to campaign for the by-election to be held in Ludhiana, Punjab, termed Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann a dummy Chief Minister. He said that now even the Chief Minister's thumbs are in their pockets by the people of Delhi. Majithia said that the Aam Aadmi Party has increased the debt of Punjab to Rs 4 lakh crore and not a single industry could be brought to Punjab in three and a half years. He also alleged that the AAP government is involved in illegal mining.
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IndiaJun 10, 2025

2 Covid patients die in Ludhiana

Corona infection cases in Punjab have increased in the last one week. The highest number of cases in the state is in Ludhiana, where 23 cases have been reported. This increase in Ludhiana has come at a time when political activities have increased due to by-elections. At the same time, 6 cases have been reported in Jalandhar, four in Mohali and two in Ferozepur. Health experts say that the increasing heat and people's carelessness are causing the spread of the infection. Two Covid patients have been confirmed dead from Ludhiana. These included a 69-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man, health
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CanadaJun 06, 2025

PM Carney defends decision to invite PM Modi to G7 summit

Prime Minister Mark Carney is defending his decision to invite Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 Summit in Alberta later this month, as security officials investigate links between the Indian government and murder of a Canadian two years ago. Carney says that it makes sense to have India at the G7 table as one of the world's largest economies. The prime minister says the invitation was extended with a commitment to continued law enforcement discussions. Former prime minister Justin Trudeau said in 2023 that agents of the Indian government were linked to the murder of Sikh separatis
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IndiaJun 06, 2025

Bengaluru stampede case: Complaint filed against Virat Kohli

A complaint has been filed against cricketer Virat Kohli at the police station in India in connection with the stampede that took place outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on June 4. Social activist HM Venkatesh has held Kohli responsible for the accident in his complaint. 11 people died in this stampede. According to reports, no FIR has been registered against Kohli yet. So far, a case has been registered against Royal Challengers Bangalore, an event management company and the Karnataka State Cricket Association in this case and 8 officers including the Police Commissioner have be
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IndiaJun 06, 2025

PM Modi inaugurates world's highest railway bridge

In India, Prime Minister Modi on Friday visited Jammu and Kashmir for the first time after the Pahalgam attack. Here, he inaugurated the world's highest railway bridge built on the Jhanna river in Reasi district by hoisting the tricolor. After this, he flagged off the first train of Kashmir, Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat, in Katra. Modi gave a 42-minute speech in Katra. In this, he mentioned terrorism, Pakistan and tourism in Kashmir. It is noteworthy that the bridge inaugurated by Modi on the Jhanna river is taller than the Eiffel Tower, which can withstand anything from a 266 km per hour s
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IndiaJun 06, 2025

SSP who summoned Bharat Bhushan Ashu suspended

Amidst the upcoming by-election for the Ludhiana West assembly seat in Punjab, the SSP Vigilance has sent a summons to Congress candidate Bharat Bhushan, after which the state's Aam Aadmi Party government suspended SSP Vigilance Jagatpreet Singh. Leader of the Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa said that this was a ploy by the Aam Aadmi Party government to intimidate the Congress candidate before the by-election. This was not a genuine investigation. Meanwhile, Punjab Congress President Raja Warring said that he will reduce the unnecessary power of the police if the Congress government is formed
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IndiaJun 05, 2025

Navjot Kaur Sidhu willing to contest 2027 Punjab elections

Navjot Kaur Sidhu may once again make a comeback in Punjab politics. Talking to the media during a visit to her constituency in Amritsar, she said that I will contest the MLA elections 100 percent in 2027 and I am preparing for the same. She said that the party high command will definitely look at the past history and give a ticket. Navjot Kaur also said that Navjot Singh Sidhu will campaign for the Congress candidate in the by-election to be held in Ludhiana and she will also go with him.
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IndiaJun 05, 2025

Punjab government is being run by former Delhi Chief Minister: Sukhbir Singh Badal

Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir has alleged that the Punjab government is being run by former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Badal, who reached Ludhiana, said that all the secretaries, staff and PAs of Kejriwal have come to Punjab, who have taken control of the Punjab Civil Secretariat in their hands. He said that the Chief Minister has been kept only to take the facilities of Punjab. Sukhbir Badal said that Manish Sisodia is holding meetings with the officials in Punjab and taking the same decisions.
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IndiaJun 04, 2025

11 dead and 33 hurt in the stampede during RCB's Victory Parade

After the victory of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in this year’s IPL, the team held a victory march and event today. Large crowds gathered to get a glimpse of their favorite players and a stampede broke out during the victory parade. So far 11 people have died, and 33 people have been injured. This incident took place outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The team was earlier felicitated in the legislature. During the event, the police had to resort to mild lathicharge to control the crowd. PM Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the loss of lives in the stampede. In a post on X, PM Modi cal

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CanadaJul 21, 2026

Trump says Canada depends on U.S.; Poilievre calls proposed 50% tariff 'unjustified'

U.S. President Donald Trump and Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre have exchanged sharply contrasting messages as trade tensions between Canada and the United States continue to escalate. Speaking to reporters, Trump said he "loves the people of Canada" but claimed the country "would not exist without the United States" and needs the U.S. to survive. The remarks come amid an ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. Poilievre, meanwhile, criticized Trump's proposed 50 per cent tariff, calling it "unjustified" and harmful to both Canadian workers and American consumers. According
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B.C. wildfire crews use drone for Canada's first controlled burn operation

Firefighters battling an active wildfire in British Columbia have successfully used a drone to carry out a controlled burn for the first time in Canada, according to the BC Wildfire Service. The agency said crews working near Boston Bar used the drone to ignite a planned section of dry forest that was in the path of the advancing wildfire. The controlled burn was intended to remove available fuel and help slow the fire's spread. According to the BC Wildfire Service, controlled burns are typically conducted using helicopters or ground crews, both of which can expose firefighters to greater risk
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Heat warnings issued across southern B.C. after multiple temperature records fall

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued heat warnings for much of southern British Columbia after several communities recorded new daily temperature highs. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, the warnings cover the east coast of Vancouver Island, Whistler and the Fraser Valley, and are expected to remain in effect until Wednesday. Heat warnings for parts of the Southern Interior could continue through Thursday. Forecasters say daytime temperatures in coastal areas are expected to exceed 30 C, while the Fraser Valley and Southern Interior could see highs near 35 C. Offi
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BCJul 21, 2026

Hamilton police arrest 32 in organized Home Depot theft investigation

Hamilton Police Service says it has arrested 32 people and laid a total of 235 criminal charges following an investigation into an alleged organized retail theft ring targeting Home Depot stores in the city. According to a police news release issued Tuesday, the four-month investigation, dubbed Project Checkout, was launched after theft incidents at local Home Depot locations increased by 25 per cent. Police allege the group stole high-value merchandise from stores and later sold the items through online marketplaces at prices below retail value. Police said store employees were allegedly thre
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CanadaJul 21, 2026

Carney says Trump agreed to accelerate tariff talks as Canada weighs response

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump by phone on Tuesday morning about the latest tariff dispute, confirming the two leaders discussed measures announced by the United States. Speaking to reporters in Ottawa, Carney said the proposed U.S. tariffs violate the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). He said Trump agreed to accelerate discussions in the coming weeks as both countries seek to address the trade dispute. Asked whether Canada is considering retaliatory tariffs, Carney said all options remain on the table if the proposed U.S. tariffs tak