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IndiaJan 31, 2025

8 AAP MLAs Resign Before Elections

Five days before the Delhi Assembly elections, eight Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs resigned from the party and their positions. They cited not being given a ticket for the upcoming elections and accused the party of corruption as the reasons for their resignation. At the same time, Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit, who is contesting against Arvind Kejriwal for the New Delhi seat, challenged Kejriwal to a debate at Jantar Mantar. However, Kejriwal did not show up at 3 pm on Friday as scheduled. It is worth noting that the New Delhi constituency remains one of the most talked-about in the Nationa
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IndiaJan 31, 2025

Chief Minister Never Took Punjab’s Economic Crisis Seriously: Partap Singh Bajwa

Leader of Opposition in Punjab Vidhan Sabha, Partap Singh Bajwa, has strongly criticized Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, accusing him of failing to represent Punjab in central NITI Aayog meetings. Bajwa alleged that the Chief Minister has never addressed Punjab’s economic challenges seriously, which explains his absence from key NITI Aayog discussions. The senior Congress leader further expressed skepticism about any significant announcements for Punjab in the upcoming budget, holding Mann responsible. He said the people of Punjab are suffering due to the indifferent attitude of both the stat
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IndiaJan 31, 2025

Major road accident in Ferozepur: 11 waiters dead in Bolero pickup-canter head-on collision

As many as 11 persons (all employed as waitors) were killed and 11 others were injured in a tragic road accident on the Ferozepur-Fazilka road near Mohan Ke Utar village this morning. As per information, a Bolero pickup collided with a canter, resulting in the death of 11. Among the injured, five are reported to be in critical condition. At the time of the accident, over 25 people were travelling in the pickup. With the help of bystanders, the police rushed the injured to the hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment. According to police officials, dense fog is suspected to be th
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IndiaJan 30, 2025

Opposition Parties Target Aam Aadmi Party Over Yamuna River Pollution

In the lead-up to the Delhi Assembly elections, opposition parties are targeting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the pollution of the Yamuna River. On Thursday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the banks of the Yamuna, where he criticized Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, questioning when he would take a dip in the Yamuna now that 2025 has arrived. Delhi is waiting. Gandhi pointed out that Kejriwal had promised during the last elections to clean the Yamuna and bathe in its waters, but five years later, the pollution and garbage in the river remain unchanged. He also claimed that Kejriw
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IndiaJan 30, 2025

AAP Alleges Raid on CM Bhagwant Mann’s Residence; EC Denies Claim

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) alleged today that the Election Commission conducted a raid at the Delhi residence of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. This claim followed an incident where the Delhi Police seized a private vehicle with a Punjab government sticker and registration near Punjab Bhawan. The vehicle reportedly contained liquor, Rs 10 lakh in cash, and AAP election materials, leading the Delhi Police to register a case. AAP denied any connection to the vehicle, stating it neither belongs to nor is rented by the Punjab government, calling the incident a “planted stunt.” However, m
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IndiaJan 29, 2025

Dozens are injured in a stampede at the massive Maha Kumbh festival in India

A stampede injured dozens of people early Wednesday as tens of thousands of Hindus rushed to take a holy bath in the river at themassive Maha Kumbh festival in northern India, local media reported. It was not immediately clear what triggered the panic at the festival where devotees from across India had congregated in the city of Prayagraj to bathe at the confluence of the Ganges, the Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers. News agency Press Trust of India cited authorities who said injured people were sent to a hospital. The Maha Kumbh festival, held every 12 years, started on Jan. 13 and i
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IndiaJan 29, 2025

Delhi Assembly Elections: Kejriwal in Trouble Over Controversial Statement

Kejriwal has found himself in trouble over a controversial statement made during the Delhi Assembly elections, in which he claimed that the BJP government of Haryana is poisoning the Yamuna River. Based on a complaint received regarding this statement, the Sonipat court in Haryana has issued a notice to the Aam Aadmi Party supremo, directing him to appear on February 17. The court's order specifically mandates that Kejriwal appear in person during the hearing. According to the order, if Kejriwal fails to appear, it will be assumed that he has no further comments on the matter, and additional
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IndiaJan 29, 2025

Shiromani Akali Dal Leaders May Face Increased Difficulties

Shiromani Akali Dal leaders may face increased difficulties. Rebel leaders of the Shiromani Akali Dal have decided to meet Jathedar Sri Akal Takht Sahib in the next one or two days to ensure the strict implementation of the order issued by Sri Akal Takht Sahib on December 2, 2024. Reports suggest that these leaders held a meeting at the house of Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa on Tuesday, where former Shiromani Committee president Bibi Jagir Kaur, Gurpartap Singh Wadala, Prof. Prem Singh Chandumajra, and several other leaders were present. During the meeting, the leaders expressed concern that the Akal
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IndiaJan 29, 2025

Important Punjab Cabinet Meeting to Be Held on February 10

The first cabinet meeting of the year will be held under the chairmanship of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Initially, this meeting was scheduled for February 6, the day after the voting for the Delhi elections concluded, but it has since been rescheduled to February 10. The meeting will take place at the Punjab Civil Secretariat in Chandigarh, and all cabinet ministers have been instructed to attend. It is worth noting that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is currently campaigning for the Aam Aadmi Party candidates in the Delhi Assembly elections, which are set for February 5.

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IIO investigating death of man in Vancouver police custody

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Modi, Trump Meet at G7 Summit in France Ahead of Bilateral Talks

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, where the two leaders exchanged greetings and shook hands. The meeting marked their first in-person interaction in approximately 16 months and comes as both countries continue discussions on a potential trade agreement. Modi is attending the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, where he is expected to participate in a series of diplomatic meetings with world leaders. According to official information released ahead of the summit, Modi and Trump are scheduled to hold bilateral talks on Wedne
AlbertaJun 16, 2026

Four-year-old girl dies after being struck by vehicle in northeast Edmonton

A four-year-old girl has died after being struck by a vehicle in northeast Edmonton, according to the Edmonton Police Service. Police said the child was walking through a parking lot with her mother on Sunday evening when she broke free and ran onto a nearby street. Investigators say she was then struck by a Jeep driven by a 23-year-old man. Bystanders immediately provided assistance and the girl was transported to hospital. Police said she later died from her injuries. According to the Edmonton Police Service, investigators do not believe speed or impaired driving were factors in the collisio
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BCJun 16, 2026

B.C. considers new hydroelectric project on Peace River as electricity demand projected to rise

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