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IndiaDec 04, 2024

Police Commissioner Issues Statement Following Attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal

Regarding Narayan Singh Chaura, who attempted to shoot Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal, the police have revealed that the accused had visited Sri Darbar Sahib the previous day, and they were already monitoring his activities. Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar stated that the incident is being investigated from all angles, including whether it was an attempt to garner sympathy. Commissioner Bhullar also informed reporters that officers in plain clothes were deployed at the Sri Darbar Sahib complex, and the individual who thwarted the attack was ASI Jasbir Singh of the P
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IndiaDec 04, 2024

Assassination Attempt On Sukhbir Badal During His Penance At Golden Temple

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal was shot at by a man while he was performing the duty of ‘sewadar’ outside the Golden Temple on Wednesday. Sukhbir Singh Badal, who was sitting in a wheelchair, escaped unhurt as the bullet hit a wall. According to reports, the shooter was among the crowd and the attempt to attack Sukhbir Badal was made at close range. The person was overpowered by people present on the spot. According to the police, the assailant was identified as Narayan Singh Chaura who was immediately taken into custody.
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IndiaDec 03, 2024

65% rise in AIDS cases in Punjab over five years

Punjab has witnessed a 65% increase in AIDS cases over the past five years, according to a report presented in the Lok Sabha. Experts attribute this surge primarily to drug abuse in the region. The report reveals that 2,45,939 AIDS cases were recorded between 2019-20 and 2023-24, with the numbers rising annually. Notably, women account for 30-35% of the total cases. Additionally, the number of transgender individuals infected with HIV grew from 117 in 2019-20 to 186 in 2023-24, highlighting a concerning upward trend.
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IndiaDec 03, 2024

The country is progressing with the vision of a developed India: Narendra Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah visited Chandigarh today, where they unveiled three new criminal laws during a function at Punjab Engineering College. This marks the first time both leaders were in Chandigarh together. To ensure law and order, around 4,000 police personnel and 10 units of paramilitary forces were deployed across the city. Speaking on the new criminal laws, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the nation’s journey towards becoming a developed India, acknowledging the collective efforts behind these reforms. He credited judges for their significant
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IndiaDec 02, 2024

Punjab farmers meet Haryana Police, discuss Dec 6 march to Delhi

Ahead of their proposed march towards Delhi on December 6, a Punjab farmers' delegation met top Ambala police officers in Haryana on Monday and informed them about the details of their plan. The delegation was led by farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher. Speaking to reporters after meeting Superintendent of Police (Ambala) SS Bhoria, Pandher said the delegation informed the police administration about the route of the farmers' march.
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IndiaNov 29, 2024

Farmer Leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal Discharged from DMC Hospital

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who was detained by the Punjab Police at the Khanauri border, has been discharged from a hospital in Ludhiana. Upon his release, Dallewal stated that even mobile phones were not allowed in the ward where he was kept. Dallewal is now rejoining the farmers' protest at the Khanauri border. He was detained by the Punjab Police on November 26, just before he was set to begin a hunger strike at the border. He had been under strict surveillance in the Ludhiana hospital since his detention. Following pressure from farmers demanding his release, the state governmen
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IndiaNov 28, 2024

Priyanka Gandhi Takes Oath as Lok Sabha Member

Priyanka Gandhi took the oath as a Lok Sabha member today, holding a copy of the Constitution in her hand. She is the 10th member of the Gandhi-Nehru family to be elected to Parliament. Currently, besides Priyanka, her brother Rahul Gandhi and their mother Sonia Gandhi are also in Parliament. Sonia Gandhi is a member of the Rajya Sabha. Rahul Gandhi serves as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. He represents Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh, while Priyanka is a Member of Parliament from Wayanad in Kerala. Sonia Gandhi is a Rajya Sabha member representing Rajasthan.
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IndiaNov 27, 2024

First Picture of Jagjit Dallewal Surfaces from Hospital

The first picture of farmer leader Jagjit Dallewal, who was detained by the Punjab Police at the Khanauri border, has emerged from DMC Hospital in Ludhiana after 44 hours. In the picture, he is seen entering the hospital with police personnel accompanying him. Farmers have been expressing growing concern about Dallewal's health. However, the police are still restricting access to him. Dallewal had announced his intention to begin a fast-unto-death at the Khanauri border in protest over farmers' demands. Prior to this, the Punjab Police took him to the hospital, citing concerns about his health
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IndiaNov 27, 2024

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to take oath as Lok Sabha member on November 28

Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Ravindra Vasantrao Chavan will take oath as Members of Parliament in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. Notably, Priyanka Gandhi will become the third member of the Gandhi family to enter Parliament. Congress' Ravindra Vasantrao Chavan won the Nanded Lok Sabha seat in a by-election with 5,86,788 votes. The seat fell vacant following the death of the sitting Congress MP, Vasantrao Balwantrao Chavan, necessitating the bypoll. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra secured the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat with a margin of 4,10,931 votes, defeating Sathyan Mokeri of the Communist Party

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BCNov 09, 2026

Lorne Doerkson Appoints Angelo Isidorou as Principal Secretary Ahead of Taking Office

B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson has announced the appointment of Angelo Isidorou as his principal secretary ahead of officially taking office on November 20. Isidorou is one of the key strategists credited with helping the B.C. Conservative Party rise to power. He previously served as the party’s executive director and campaign manager, playing a significant role in its growth under former leader John Rustad. The party, which secured less than two per cent of the vote in 2020, has now formed the provincial government. In another key appointment, Doerkson has named Ellie Blades as his d
WorldNov 09, 2026

At Least 34 Migrants Dead After Boat Capsizes Off Senegal Coast

At least 34 people have died after a boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Senegal, according to local media reports. Only one person has been rescued so far, while the number of people still missing remains unknown. The wooden boat reportedly sank between Senegal’s capital, Dakar, and the northern city of Saint-Louis. It was heading towards Spain’s Canary Islands when the tragedy occurred. Rescue operations are underway, and the bodies recovered so far are believed to belong to Senegalese nationals. Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye expressed condolences to the familie
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BCNov 09, 2026

BC Conservatives Gain 64th Seat After Final Count Flips Burnaby South-Metrotown Riding

The final count in British Columbia’s October provincial election has flipped the Burnaby South-Metrotown riding to the BC Conservatives by a margin of just 64 votes, giving Lorne Doerkson’s party a total of 64 seats in the legislature. Meanwhile, the BC NDP has retained its seat in Ladysmith-Oceanside by a margin of 50 votes. The party had initially won the riding by just 13 votes. Following its defeat, the BC NDP now holds only 27 seats in the legislature, while the BC Green Party has retained both of its seats. According to figures released by Elections BC, the Conservatives received 47
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CanadaNov 09, 2026

Canada Launches Real-Time Payment System for Instant Money Transfers

Transferring money between bank accounts in Canada is set to become faster and easier with the launch of a new real-time payment system. Payments Canada announced on Monday the launch of its Real-Time Rail (RTR) payment system. Currently, transferring money between banks and completing business transactions can take considerable time. However, the new RTR system will allow consumers and businesses to send and receive money within seconds, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. Initially, fintech companies such as Wealthsimple and KOHO are testing the system to offe
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IndiaNov 09, 2026

Bibi Jagir Kaur Set to Rejoin Shiromani Akali Dal After Four Years

Former Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Bibi Jagir Kaur is expected to rejoin the Shiromani Akali Dal on November 13, sparking fresh political discussions in Punjab and the Sikh community. Bibi Jagir Kaur has confirmed that Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal will visit Begowal on November 13. She said people in Punjab are concerned about the weakening of the Akali Dal, which was established in 1920 at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, and stressed the need to strengthen the party. She also stated that she has never sought any position and has always worked for the pa