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IndiaJul 08, 2024

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu meet Governor Purohit

Punjab BJP leader and Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing at the Center Ravneet Singh Bittu today meet the Governor of the state Banwari Lal Purohit. Bittu said that the central government is receiving alarming reports about criminal and terrorist activities in the state and the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government is allowing the situation to worsen. He said that the way criminals are roaming, there is a huge threat to the safety of ordinary citizens. He referred to the attack on Shiv Sena leader Sandeep Thapar in Ludhiana and the shooting incidents in various other cities. It is
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

Advocate Dhami congratulated the Sikh and Punjabi candidates who wins the parliamentary elections in Britain

All the political parties of Punjab and the Shiromani Committee have congratulated the Sikh and Punjabi MPs who wins the parliamentary elections in Britain. Shiromani Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami said that this is a matter of great pride for Punjabis and especially Sikhs. Advocate Dhami said that Sikhs have earned a name all over the world with their hard work. He expressed hope that the newly elected members of Parliament will definitely take steps to solve the problems of Sikhs living abroad. At the same time, Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhawan said th
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

4 killed during firing between two sides

In Punjab, the situation regarding peace law is getting worse day by day. About 60 rounds of fire were fired between two parties over the government water supply in Vithwan village of Batala, in which 4 people died. According to the police, 8 persons were injured in the firing and a total of 13 persons were involved in both the factions. Officials said that a case has been registered and further action is being taken in this matter. The condition of 2 of the injured remains critical. At the same time, a video of a young man being brutally beaten with iron rods by attackers in Maur Mandi near
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IndiaJul 08, 2024

Rebel leaders of Shiromani Akali Dal attacked Sukhbir Singh Badal

The by-election of Jalandhar West Vidhan Sabha Constituency of Punjab is going to be held on July 10 and in between Shiromani Akali Dal rebel leaders Prof. Prem Singh Chandumajra, Bibi Jagir Kaur, Sikandar Singh Maluka and Surjit Singh Rakhra and others have contested from Sukhbir Singh Badal. He has come under sharp attack for supporting the BSP. Prof. Prem Singh Chandumajra said that Sukhbir Badal has shown his back to the Panth by supporting the BSP. Leaders of the rebel faction said that 'Takkadi' is a highly respected electoral symbol of the Sikh panth. The identity of the Sikhs is conn
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IndiaJul 05, 2024

BJP entrusted Tarun Chugh with a big responsibility, made him in charge of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh again

BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh has once again been made in charge of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh by the party leadership. BJP National President JP Nadda has appointed BJP in-charges in various states across the country. Tarun Chugh had the charge of Jammu and Kashmir before and the party has again appointed him as the in-charge of Jammu and Kashmir after seeing his performance in the Lok Sabha elections. After being appointed in-charge, Chugh said that his efforts will continue in the direction of strengthening the party and maintaining peace and tranquility in Jammu and Kashmir
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IndiaJul 05, 2024

Amritpal Singh is not a Khalistani supporter: Balwinder Kaur

Amritpal Singh, who became an MP from Khadur Sahib constituency in Punjab, is in the headlines for his mother Balwinder Kaur's statement to the media after taking oath. He gave a statement in front of the media and said that Amritpal Singh is not a Khalistani supporter, he should be released. On a question asked about Amritpal Singh in front of the media, Mata Balwinder Kaur said, "No matter what is said, he is not a supporter of Khalistan. Talking about the rights of Punjab, saving the youth of Punjab, is there any person with him?" becomes a Khalistani supporter. He said that Amritpal has f
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IndiaJul 05, 2024

Gangsters are being brought on parole to scare people: Channi

In the midst of the ongoing election campaign in Jalandhar West Vidhan Sabha constituency of Punjab, MP of Congress. Charanjit Singh Channi has accused the Aam Aadmi Party of hijacking the constituency election with the help of government machinery and money and gangsters. Talking to reporters, he alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party has hatched a plan to capture the booths and gangsters imprisoned under serious crimes are being brought on parole in order to win this election by scaring the people. Channi said that the gangster, who came out on parole, is roaming in Jalandhar West Constituency wi
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IndiaJul 05, 2024

SGPC demanded to file a case against Kangana Ranaut

SGPC has demanded to register a case against Kangana Ranaut. Shiromani Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami said that action should be taken against Kangana Ranaut based on the words she said about Sikhs after the controversy at Chandigarh Airport. At the same time, in the case of Archana Makwana, who performed yoga asana at Sri Harmandir Sahib, the SGPC President said that she cannot be pardoned. He said that if mistakes continue to be forgiven in this way, the right message will not be sent.
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IndiaJul 05, 2024

Amritpal Singh, who won the Lok Sabha election from Khadur Sahib, took oath as a Member of Parliament

Amritpal Singh, who won the Lok Sabha election from Punjab's Khadur Sahib, took oath as a Member of Parliament on Friday. No photo-video of it has been released. After taking the oath, Amritpal met the family at the safe house. He sat here with his parents and uncle for 50 minutes. After this, the police took Amritpal and left for Dibrugarh. Amritpal Singh was brought out of Dibrugarh Jail today to take oath after 1 year 2 months and 12 days. Father Tarsem Singh said that Amritpal Singh has thanked the society of the country and abroad.

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Apartment fire in northeast Edmonton causes $1.1M in damage, injures resident and firefighter

A fire at an apartment complex in northeast Edmonton has caused an estimated $1.1 million in property damage and displaced residents, according to emergency response information. The blaze broke out April 20 at the Wyndham Crossing Apartments, where about 200 people live. Evacuating residents safely was a significant challenge for crews responding to the scene. One person was seriously injured in the fire and taken to hospital for treatment. A firefighter was also hurt during the response and received on-site care from emergency services. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, and
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CanadaApr 27, 2026

NDP leader Avi Lewis will not run in Quebec byelection after Boulerice departure

Newly elected federal NDP Leader Avi Lewis says he will not run in an upcoming Quebec byelection triggered by the departure of longtime MP Alexandre Boulerice. Boulerice announced he is leaving federal politics after 15 years to seek a provincial seat with Québec solidaire. He said in a statement that he believes his work in Ottawa is complete and described the move as a continuation of his political priorities at the provincial level. According to his announcement, Boulerice framed the decision as a transition rather than a strategic calculation, while confirming he will vacate his seat in t
AlbertaApr 27, 2026

Edmonton police seek public help to locate missing 19-year-old

Edmonton police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 19-year-old man, identified as Prayag Dalbhatwala. According to an Edmonton Police Service news release, Dalbhatwala was last seen on April 23 at حوالي 4 p.m. at a residence near 99 Street and 90 Avenue. Police and his family have expressed concern for his well-being. Investigators say Dalbhatwala had planned to travel to Calgary but cancelled those plans at the last minute. His whereabouts since then remain unknown. Police describe him as approximately five feet nine inches tall, with black hair, and he wears
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BCApr 27, 2026

More than 10 kg of suspected drugs seized in Kelowna trafficking investigation; two men arrested

Police in Kelowna say more than 10 kilograms of suspected illicit drugs have been seized following a co-ordinated investigation into drug trafficking and illegal firearms. According to an RCMP news release, officers executed search warrants at three homes on April 15 as part of an ongoing probe in the city. The searches resulted in the seizure of approximately seven kilograms of suspected cocaine, more than two kilograms of suspected fentanyl and about one kilogram of psilocybin mushrooms. Investigators also seized a loaded firearm and about $40,000 in cash, which police allege are connected t
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CanadaApr 27, 2026

Three Liberal MPs take seats in House after byelections, boosting government majority

Three newly elected Liberal members of Parliament formally took their seats in the House of Commons on Monday following recent byelections that strengthened the governing party’s position. Doly Begum, Danielle Martin and Tatiana Auguste were sworn in as MPs on Saturday, according to official parliamentary records. Their arrivals bring the Liberals to 174 seats in the House, reflecting gains from both the byelections and a series of defections over recent months. Begum and Martin won Toronto-area ridings previously held by former cabinet ministers Bill Blair and Chrystia Freeland. Auguste sec