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IndiaJan 24, 2025

No trust in Delhi Police; Punjab Police security should be restored for Kejriwal: Atishi

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Delhi Education Minister Atishi have written to the Election Commission, demanding the reinstatement of Punjab Police security for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal. Addressing a press conference, CM Mann, alongside Atishi, alleged that they do not trust the Delhi Police, as they are constantly being threatened to stop campaigning, and the Delhi Police, under the supervision of Amit Shah, remains a mute spectator. Notably, despite Kejriwal already receiving ‘Z Plus’ security from the Delhi Police, the Punjab government had deployed additio
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IndiaJan 24, 2025

Khaira Questions Punjab Police Security for Kejriwal

Senior Punjab Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira has welcomed the Election Commission’s decision to withdraw Punjab Police security provided to Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal. Khaira questioned the basis for granting Punjab Police security to Kejriwal, noting that he already has Z-plus security from the Centre. He criticized the Punjab government for providing additional security. Khaira further demanded that all expenses incurred by Punjab on Kejriwal’s security should be recovered from him personally, arguing that Kejriwal has no direct connection with Punjab.
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IndiaJan 24, 2025

Dallewal Rejects Offer to Go to PGI

The Centre has offered to admit Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a hunger strike for 60 days at the Khanauri border in Punjab-Haryana, to PGI. The Central Government has also made it mandatory for Dallewal to attend a meeting on February 14. Despite the offer, Dallewal has reportedly refused to go to PGI, stating that he will remain at the protest site and continue his treatment there, where he has been receiving care for the past five days. Meanwhile, the Facebook page of Dr. Swaman Singh, a US-based social worker who shared updates on Dallewal’s health, has been blocked in India. Th
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IndiaJan 23, 2025

‘Special Room’ Prepared for Jagjit Singh Dallewal

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s hunger strike at the Khanauri border in Punjab-Haryana entered its 59th day on Thursday. After receiving medical treatment, his health has shown some improvement. A special room is now being constructed for Dallewal at the Khanauri border. The room, made of glass, will be completely soundproof, allowing sunlight to pass through easily. This initiative is being carried out on the advice of doctors to provide Dallewal with fresh air and sunshine. The room, equipped with tires, can be moved around to ensure Dallewal receives sunlight as needed. A team of d
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IndiaJan 23, 2025

MP Amritpal Singh, Detained in Dibrugarh Jail, Files Petition in High Court

Amritpal Singh, a Member of Parliament from Khadur Sahib in Punjab, has filed a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking permission to attend the Republic Day parade and the upcoming Parliament session. The Republic Day parade is scheduled for January 26, and the Budget Session of Parliament is set to begin on January 31, continuing until April 4. Amritpal Singh is currently detained in Dibrugarh Jail, Assam, under the National Security Act (NSA). In his petition, he argues that his prolonged absence is hindering his ability to represent the 19 lakh voters of his constituency in
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IndiaJan 23, 2025

Delhi Police Removes Kejriwal’s Punjab Police Security

The Punjab Police deployed in Delhi to protect Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal has been removed. This decision was made following instructions from the Election Commission. Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav confirmed the move while speaking to the media. The Punjab Police had been providing security to Kejriwal even during the campaigning for the Delhi Assembly elections. The Delhi Police had raised objections and filed a complaint with the Election Commission. It is important to note that Kejriwal, who is out on bail in the alleged liquor scam case in Delhi, is contesting the upcoming De
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IndiaJan 22, 2025

Delhi Assembly Elections: CM Bhagwant Mann Campaigns for the Third Consecutive Day, Holds Several Roadshows

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann campaigned for the Delhi Assembly Elections for the third consecutive day on Wednesday. He held roadshows in three assembly constituencies in Delhi and urged the public to vote for Aam Aadmi Party candidates. Addressing the people in the Narela assembly constituency, Mann stated that the people of Delhi have already decided to form the Aam Aadmi Party government, with only the formal announcement remaining on February 8. It is noteworthy that CM Bhagwant Mann has been a target of opposition parties due to his extensive campaigning for the Delhi Assembly Ele
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IndiaJan 22, 2025

Campaigning of All Major Parties in Full Swing for Delhi Assembly Elections

Campaigning is in full swing for the Delhi Assembly elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will lead the BJP campaign in the coming days, while Rahul Gandhi is spearheading Congress’s efforts single-handedly. Rahul Gandhi held his first rally in Delhi on January 12 and is scheduled to hold three more rallies from January 22 to January 24. Prime Minister Modi will address rallies in different areas on January 29, January 31, and February 2. Meanwhile, Yogi Adityanath will kick off his rallies starting January 23. Voting for all 70 Delhi Assem
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IndiaJan 21, 2025

Partap Singh Bajwa Accuses Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of Neglecting Punjab for Delhi Elections

Senior Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa has accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of being preoccupied with the Delhi elections while neglecting Punjab. Bajwa stated that the situation in the state is worsening day by day, with Punjab burning in the terrible fire of ganglandism, while the Chief Minister focuses on Delhi. He added that both businessmen and ordinary citizens in Punjab are living in an atmosphere of terror under the Aam Aadmi Party's rule. Partap Singh Bajwa further claimed that corruption in Punjab has increased, and people are frustrated with the government's performan

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Small plane hits fence and flips, leaving one seriously injured in rural Alberta

One person was seriously injured after a small plane crashed on a private airstrip in central Alberta. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says the two-seater was flying Tuesday from Wetaskiwin to Linden, a town about 100 kilometres northeast of Calgary. The agency says the plane was approaching the rural airstrip when its fixed landing gear hit a fence and flipped. RCMP say two 82-year-old men were on board. They say one was airlifted to hospital in serious condition and the other was taken by ground ambulance with minor injuries. The safety board did not send investiga
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City of Surrey launches North America’s first free self-service sports equipment stations

The City of Surrey is the first in North America to offer free access to sports equipment lending stations through a partnership with Jumpstart Charities and Equip Sport. The City is launching 30 self-service lending stations for year-round community use, offering equipment such as table tennis sets, fitness gear, soccer balls and basketballs. Stations will be available at over 20 parks, including Cloverdale Athletic Park, Tamanawis Park, Bear Creek Park and South Surrey Athletic Park. “Sport is for everyone, but financial and logistical barriers can make it hard to participate,” Surrey
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CanadaAug 06, 2025

Traffic Stop Leads to Gun Seizure

A loaded handgun has been seized and an investigation is underway after a traffic stop by Surrey Police Service’s Gang Crime Unit (SPS GCU) officers late last night. At approximately 11:30 pm on August 5, 2025, SPS GCU officers were patrolling in the area of 64 Avenue and 126 Street when they conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle. During the stop, SPS GCU officers observed cannabis products in the vehicle. During a search of the vehicle, a baton and a loaded handgun were found and the driver, the lone occupant, was arrested. The vehicle, cannabis, baton, and firearm were all seized. The fire
BCAug 06, 2025

Public Warning: In-person bank card scam

Richmond RCMP is once again warning the public of a reoccurring scam where fraudsters are picking up bank cards in person to defraud victims. This scam is resurfacing and continuing with more sophisticated tactics. There have been 11 reported cases in Richmond since April 2025, with an approximate loss of $53,000. In all instances, the victims were contacted by fraudsters over the phone impersonating bank employees advising their bank cards are compromised. The fraudsters convinced the victims to provide their personal information, banking information, including their PINS, and to give their p
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BCAug 06, 2025

A witness who saw the driver of a black GMC Denali may be key to solving a fatal collision

BC Highway Patrol is making progress investigating a collision that killed a man in Fanny Bay. Now, police are looking for witnesses who can fill in crucial details about the minutes and hours before the fatal collision. On July 31, 2025, just after 4:00 p.m., on Highway 19A northbound near Fanny Bay, a black 2015 GMC Sierra Denali pickup that was towing a white Minilite Recreational Vehicle (RV) collided with multiple vehicles and killed a man who was standing at the side of the road. The driver of the black GMC Sierra was arrested for impaired driving causing death.Anyone who was at scene in