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IndiaJan 20, 2025

Bikram Singh Majithia Criticizes AAP Government Over Z+ Security for Vibhav Kumar

Senior Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia has slammed the AAP-led Punjab government for allegedly wasting public funds on providing Z+ security to Vibhav Kumar, the former PA of ex-Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal. Majithia questioned why the Bhagwant Mann government extended such high-level security to Vibhav Kumar, a Delhi resident who, according to Majithia, has a criminal history, including jail time for alleged misconduct against women. He also raised concerns over Punjab’s worsening law and order situation and criticized the financial burden of protecting a non-Punjabi while the state str
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IndiaJan 17, 2025

By-Elections to Be Held Again in Punjab

Another by-election will soon be held in Punjab. The government has issued a notification to conduct re-elections in the Ludhiana West constituency before July 10. The seat became vacant following the recent death of Aam Aadmi Party MLA Gurpreet Singh Gogi, who represented Ludhiana West in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha. Gogi passed away on January 11 after being accidentally shot while cleaning his revolver. The Punjab Vidhan Sabha has informed the Election Commission about the vacancy, and the Election Commission is expected to announce the date for the by-election soon. It is worth noting that by
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IndiaJan 17, 2025

Three Hockey Players from Punjab Honoured by President Draupadi Murmu

Three hockey players from Punjab were honoured with the highest sports awards by President Draupadi Murmu today. Indian hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, while Sukhjit Singh Kaka and Jarmanpreet Singh were honoured with the Arjuna Award. Sukhjit Singh from Jalandhar and Jarmanpreet Singh from Amritsar are considered rising stars of the Indian hockey team. Under the leadership of captain Harmanpreet Singh, the Indian hockey team has won a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, a gold medal at the 2023 Asian Games, and a bronze medal at the
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IndiaJan 17, 2025

Kangana Ranaut’s Controversial Movie ‘Emergency’ Faces Ban in Punjab

Kangana Ranaut’s controversial film Emergency has not been shown in any cinema halls in Punjab. The film faced strong opposition from Sikh organizations and the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC). Cinema theater owners across the state refused to screen the film. Sikh organizations staged protests with black flags outside cinema halls in Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and Mohali, prompting police deployment. No cinema halls have been reported to screen this film. It was scheduled to be screened in 70 to 80 PVR cinema halls, but the opposition led to its cancellation. Additionall
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IndiaJan 16, 2025

Shiromani Akali Dal Calls Parliamentary Board Meeting on January 20

Shiromani Akali Dal has called a parliamentary board meeting for January 20. The meeting will be chaired by acting president Balwinder Singh Bhunder. This information was shared by senior party leader Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema through a post on the social media platform X. He stated that the meeting will take place at 1 PM. Following the meeting, a membership drive will be launched with a target of enrolling 25 lakh members. Additionally, a new president will be elected on March 1.
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IndiaJan 16, 2025

SGPC demands ban on film ‘Emergency’

Amid protests from Sikh organizations in Punjab, Kangana Ranaut’s film ‘Emergency’ is releasing tomorrow, January 17. Expressing its protest regarding this film, the Shiromani Committee had registered an objection with the Punjab Chief Secretary on November 14, 2024. At the same time, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami today sent a letter to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann demanding an immediate ban on this film in the state. He said that if the film is released in Punjab, the Shiromani Committee will strongly oppose it. Letters demanding a ban
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IndiaJan 16, 2025

Farmers at Shambhu Border Announce March to Delhi

Farmers protesting at the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana have announced a march to Delhi. On January 21, 101 farmers will proceed on foot. Farmer leader Sarwan Pandher stated that the central government remains unwilling to hold talks, prompting the intensification of their struggle. It is noteworthy that farmers attempted to march to Delhi three times in December, but each time, Haryana Police stopped them at barricades. The protest, led by Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Pandher, has been ongoing for 11 months at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, demanding a legal guarantee of M
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IndiaJan 16, 2025

Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s Hunger Strike: 52 Days and 20 kg Weight Loss

Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal has been on a fast unto death for 52 days, losing 20 kg in the process. Reports indicate that Dallewal’s weight was 86.95 kg when he began his hunger strike at the Khanauri border on November 26, and it has now dropped to 66.4 kg. Meanwhile, the hunger strike by 111 farmers at the Khanauri border in support of Dallewal has entered its second day. Today, farmer Pritpal Singh’s condition suddenly worsened due to an epileptic seizure. He was treated by Dr. Swaman Singh’s team.
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IndiaJan 15, 2025

111 Farmers Now on Hunger Strike in Support of Farmer Leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal

On the 51st day of the hunger strike initiated by Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, 111 farmers have joined the protest at the Khanauri border in support of him. These farmers are on a hunger strike near the Haryana border. The protest is being led by the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. Meanwhile, the Punjab government has deployed medical teams and ambulances to handle any potential health emergencies. Additionally, the Haryana Police has requested the farmer leaders to relocate the protest site, and a heavy police presence has been stationed at the H

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BCApr 29, 2026

Vancouver Police searching for missing man with liver disease

The Vancouver Police Department is seeking help from the public in locating a missing man who was last seen near the 29th Avenue SkyTrain Station on the morning of April 25. Gurminder Dhaliwal is a 46-year-old South Asian man who suffers from liver disease, who has difficulty walking because of his illness. Mr. Dhaliwal is 6'2" and weighs 196 lbs. He was last seen wearing Merrell hiking boots and a blue or grey hoodie with “Team Canada” written on the front. Mr. Dhaliwal’s family wants people to know he is not a risk to the public. If seen, please call 911 and wait with Mr. Dhaliwal un
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BCApr 29, 2026

Federal government allocates up to $145M for World Cup security in Toronto, Vancouver

The federal government says it will provide up to $145 million to support security operations during FIFA World Cup matches scheduled this summer in Toronto and Vancouver. According to a Public Safety Canada news release, the funding responds to “specific operational needs identified by the host provinces and cities,” where 13 matches are set to take place in June and July as part of the tournament co-hosted by Canada, the United States and Mexico. The federal government says the funding is intended to reduce financial pressure on municipal and provincial governments while ensuring law enf
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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