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CanadaApr 08, 2024

Total solar eclipse set to fall over Canada

A total solar eclipse is set to fall over parts of eastern and central Canada today, prompting massive crowds to gather in its path for a chance to catch a glimpse of the rare celestial event.The path of totality, where the sun goes directly behind the moon, will first cross through southwestern Ontario around 3:15 p.m. and move east through Quebec and Atlantic Canada before exiting Newfoundland around 3:45 p.m. eastern time.Cities and towns along the path have braced for their populations to swell with eclipse chasers, with Ontario's Niagara region declaring a preemptive state of emergency.Bu
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IndiaApr 08, 2024

Simranjit Singh Mann announced 3 more candidates for Lok Sabha elections

Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar President Simranjit Singh Mann has today announced candidates for three more seats of Punjab in his second list for the Lok Sabha elections. From Amritsar, he has given ticket to his son Iman Singh Mann, while from Ferozepur seat, former Punjab Police Inspector Bhupinder Singh Bhullar has been made the candidate. Harpal Singh Baler has been given ticket from Khadoor Sahib. Simarjeet Singh Mann himself is contesting from Sangrur, where he is currently the Member of Parliament. Simranjit Singh Mann is a former IPS officer.
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BCApr 05, 2024

Toxic drug supply claims 177 lives in B.C. in February: Coroners Service

The BC Coroners Service says 177 people died in February due to "toxic, unregulated drugs." The service says at least 175 people have died because of the toxic drug supply in each of the last 20 consecutive months. It says the latest numbers are down 11 per cent compared with February 2023, but the province still saw an average of about six deaths per day this past February. A statement released by the Public Safety Ministry says the overdose death rate in B.C. is still "significantly elevated," with 40.1 deaths per 100,000 residents in the first two months of this year. The statement says tha
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IndiaApr 05, 2024

As soon as he came out on bail, Sanjay Singh held a press conference and targeted the BJP

Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh, who is out on bail in the Delhi liquor scam, held a press conference on Friday and accused the BJP of being behind the liquor scam. He said that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been arrested under a conspiracy. He alleged that the investigating agency ED pressured TDP MP Manguta Reddy and his father Raghav Reddy to record statements against Kejriwal. It is to be noted that after being granted bail by the Supreme Court, Sanjay Singh was released from Tihar Jail on Wednesday evening, he was in jail for 6 months.
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CanadaApr 05, 2024

Trudeau announces $600 million in loans, funding to jump-start homebuilding, rentals

The federal Liberal government plans a $600-million package of loans and funding to help make it easier and cheaper to build homes for owners and renters. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is making the announcement in Calgary, just the latest in a string of pre-budget announcements aimed at winning over younger voters. Trudeau says $50 million will go toward a homebuilding technology and innovation fund, with another $50 million to modernize and expedite construction. An additional $500 million worth of low-cost loans will foster projects with "innovative" construction techniques from prefabricat
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IndiaApr 05, 2024

Video of MLA campaigning in favor of Laljit Bhullar went viral

A video of Sarwan Singh Dhun, MLA from Khemkaran, campaigning in the villages of the constituency for Aam Aadmi Party's Lok Sabha candidate Laljit Singh Bhullar from Khadur Sahib in Punjab has gone viral. People complained to him about the bricks in the street, in response to which he said that these bricks are being planted all over Punjab, let's vote, if they fall less then the MP will fall, what should I do with them? This video of him has been shared by Akali Dal leader Virsa Singh Valtoha on social media. It is to be noted that Sarwan Singh Dhun is an MLA of AAP.
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IndiaApr 05, 2024

Navjot Sidhu shared an emotional post after the surgery of his wife who is fighting cancer

Former president of Punjab Congress Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife Dr. Navjot Kaur Sidhu had another cancer operation yesterday. Navjot Kaur Sidhu is suffering from breast cancer and has already undergone an operation. His second operation took place in a hospital in Yamunanagar, the information of which Navjot Singh Sidhu himself shared through social media. Dr. Navjot Kaur Sidhu's operation lasted for three and a half hours, in which her affected skin was removed. In this difficult time, Navjot Singh Sidhu is taking care of his wife away from politics. They are supporting them. After the operat
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WorldApr 05, 2024

Earthquake shakes New York City area

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.7 was felt in New York City on Friday morning. The earth shook with a magnitude of 5.8 in Myanmar as well. The New York Fire Department said there were no reports of damage. City Governor Kathy Hochul said in a social media post that tremors were felt across the state. It is to be noted that on April 3, an earthquake of magnitude 7.5 occurred in Taiwan. More than 100 buildings, many roads, bridges and tunnels have been damaged in this. More than 50 people are still reported missing. Among them are two Indians, who were last seen in Taroko National Park. Th
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IndiaApr 05, 2024

Sidhu Moosewala murder case: 25 accused were tried in Mansa court

The hearing of the 25 accused in the murder case of Sidhu Moosewala was held today in Mansa court, in which 21 accused appeared through video conferencing but four accused did not appear even through video conferencing, based on which the court issued production warrants for the four accused. And the next hearing of the matter has been fixed on April 9. It is to be noted that on the evening of May 29, 2022, Sidhu Moosewala was shot dead near Jawahar village of Mansa. So far, the police have not been able to bring any of the accused to justice in this case.

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BCSep 08, 2026

Langley School District Bans E-Scooters and E-Bikes on School Grounds

British Columbia’s Langley School District has banned e-scooters and e-bikes across all elementary, middle and secondary schools, citing student safety concerns as the new academic year begins. The new rules come into effect immediately and follow growing concerns over e-scooter-related accidents and serious injuries involving children across the Lower Mainland. However, the district’s new policy allows e-pedal bikes at secondary schools. Students aged 14 and 15 can use light e-bikes, while those aged 16 and older can use standard e-bikes. Adults are also permitted to use e-pedal bikes at
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IndiaSep 08, 2026

Behbal Kalan Firing Case: Sukhbir Badal Summoned Again by SIT, Questioning Set for September 11

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has once again summoned Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal in connection with the Behbal Kalan firing case. Badal has been asked to appear before the SIT in Chandigarh on September 11 for questioning. Badal had previously appeared before the SIT on July 20. The latest summons comes as the investigation into the 2015 firing incident continues. The Behbal Kalan firing took place in October 2015, when police opened fire on protesters in Behbal Kalan, Faridkot district. The protesters were demonstrating against incidents of sacrilege involving th
CanadaSep 08, 2026

Canada and EU to Unite Against U.S.-China Global Dominance

Canada and the European Union are exploring a broad strategic alliance aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, defence, security and other key areas, as both sides seek to navigate growing competition between the United States and China. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to outline the initiative during her annual State of the Union address in Strasbourg on September 16. Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to attend the address and speak to European lawmakers the following day, highlighting Canada’s push for closer ties with Europe. The Carney governmen
BCSep 08, 2026

Surrey Police Board Begins Nationwide Search for New Chief Constable

The Surrey Police Board has officially launched a nationwide search for a new chief constable to lead the Surrey Police Service (SPS). The board has hired PFM Executive Search to manage the recruitment process and help identify a qualified candidate for the top position. The move comes nearly three months after former Chief Constable Norm Lipinski was dismissed in early June. His termination led to the resignation of two board directors, including the board’s then-chair, in protest. Since Lipinski’s departure, Deputy Chief Constable Todd Matsumoto has been serving as interim chief. The sel
CanadaSep 08, 2026

Canada and China Resume Military Talks After More Than Eight Years

Canadian and Chinese military officials have held their first defence coordination talks in more than eight years, with the meeting taking place privately in Ottawa. China’s Defence Ministry confirmed that the meeting was held on September 4, saying the talks were aimed at restoring military-level communication between the two countries. The ministry described the discussions as a clear dialogue intended to improve mutual understanding and build trust between the two militaries. Notably, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government did not issue any public statement about the meeting, while Bei