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IndiaJul 19, 2022

Five Safdarjung doctors debarred from duty after pregnant woman delivers baby outside hospital

The Union Health Ministry sought a report from Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC ) Safdarjung hospital after a woman delivers a baby outside the hospital, and five doctors have been debarred from their duties. In a statement Union Ministry of Health and family welfare, "On the direction of Union Health Minister a team from the Union Health Ministry visited Safdarjang Hospital for fact finding in the matter of the delivery incident that took place at SJH today morning. Five of the doctors have been debarred from duties till a high-level probe in the matter is completed. The lady and the ne
AlbertaJul 19, 2022

Alberta : Pickup driver killed, 4 injured in highway crash

One person was died and four others were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash in southern Alberta on Saturday afternoon. R-C-M-P and fire crews were called to the collision at the intersection of Highway 23 and Highway 529 near Vulcan, between Calgary and Lethbridge. They say a pickup truck was travelling south when it was struck on the driver's side by an SUV. The 55-year-old driver of the truck died at the scene, while a man, a woman and two children were taken by ground and air ambulance to hospital in Calgary. A 33-year-old woman who was in the SUV was airlifted by a STARS Air Ambu
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IndiaJul 19, 2022

Top scientist asks 'not to panic' after two Monkeypox cases in India

As India reported the second case of Monkeypox in Kerala, a top scientist on Tuesday asked the citizens not to "panic" as the situation is "very much controlled" at this stage. India reported the second confirmed Monkeypox case from Kannur district on Monday, a 31-year-old male has been infected with the virus. India's first monkeypox case was also reported from Kerala. Speaking to ANI, Dr Pragya Yadav, senior scientist, ICMR-National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, said, "The situation is very much controlled and nothing to panic about at this stage. We are in a very controlled situation."
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IndiaJul 19, 2022

CM Khattar announces Rs 1 crore compensation to kin of DSP killed by mining mafia

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday announced a compensation of Rs 1 crore to the family of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Surendra Singh Bishnoi who was mowed down by a truck while probing illegal stone-mining in Nuh and said the culprits will not be spared. He said strict action will be taken against the mining mafia in the state. "We will control the mining mafia in the state and the culprits will not be spared. Khattar said police posts will be created near mining areas and the destination of mining vehicles and their equipment will also be fixed. The Chief Minist
WorldJul 19, 2022

UK shatters its record for highest temperature

The U.K. weather office says Britain has shattered its record for highest temperature ever registered, with a provisional reading of 39.1 degree Celsius (102.4 degrees Fahrenheit) in Charlwood, England. The highest temperature previously recorded in Britain was 38.7 C (101.7 F), a record set in 2019. The high Tuesday came as the country sweltered in heat wave that also scorched mainland Europe for the past week. Travel, health care and schools were disrupted in a country not prepared for such extremes. Parts of England are under a “red” alert, a warning for extreme heat that poses a risk
AlbertaJul 19, 2022

Storm yesterday impacts number of power lines in Medicine Hat

The City of Medicine Hat says a severe storm yesterday impacted a number of power lines along the northwest side of the city, causing a power outage to approximately 76-hundred customers. The southeastern Alberta city also says Echo Dale Park saw significant damage and has been closed to the public. Alberta Emergency Alert initially called it a tornado, but later said it was a storm that caused damage to homes and vehicles. RCMP in Redcliff, near Medicine Hat, say they received reports of a possible tornado touching down on Highway 3, overturning a motorhome. But police say they have not had a
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CanadaJul 19, 2022

Alberta Emergency Alert says storm caused property damage in southeast

Alberta Emergency Alert says a storm has caused damage to homes and vehicles in the southeastern corner of the province. It initially called it a tornado, but now says it was a storm with dangerous and damaging winds around Highway 523, which is west of Medicine Hat, Alta. RCMP say they received reports of a possible tornado touching down on Highway 3, which runs southwest of the city, overturning a motorhome, but they say there are no reports of injuries or missing people. Police say several road closures remain in place throughout Cypress County and motorists and the public are asked to avo
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CanadaJul 19, 2022

Canada's Camryn Rogers creates history in World Athletics Chaimpionship

Canada's Camryn Rogers unleashed a hammer throw yesterday that soared straight into the history books. The 23 year old from Richmond, BC, threw 75.52 metres to win silver at the world track and field championships in Eugene, Oregon. It was not only Canada's first world medal in women's hammer, but the country's first women's podium finish in a field event. American Brooke Andersen won the gold and Janee Kassanavoid of the U.S. claimed bronze. Jillian Weir of Kingston, Ont., was fifth with a throw of 72.41.
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CanadaJul 19, 2022

Pat King, an organizer of the "Freedom Convoy" that gridlocked downtown Ottawa for three weeks, granted bail

There were tears shed by some in an Ottawa courtroom as one of the so-called Freedom Convoy protest organizers was granted bail. Pat King, wearing a plaid shirt and his hair in a long braid, nodded as the judge's reasons were handed down. In the courtroom, supporters wearing T-shirts that said ``Free Pat King'' brought tissues to their eyes. King will have to leave Ottawa in 24 hours to return to Alberta, where he will be required to live with a surety. He's facing charges including mischief, intimidation, obstructing police and disobeying a court order.

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CanadaMar 03, 2026

Air Canada adds extra Toronto–Delhi flight amid Middle East disruptions

Air Canada says it is increasing capacity between Canada and India as it suspends several Middle East routes due to current conditions in the region. The airline announced it will add one additional flight on its Toronto–Delhi route from March 7 to March 21. That will bring the total to two daily flights between Toronto and Delhi during that period. Air Canada also said it will deploy larger aircraft on select Toronto–London–Mumbai flights to accommodate additional passenger demand. The changes come after the airline suspended all flights to and from Dubai and Tel Aviv until March 22. Ai
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BCMar 03, 2026

B.C. chief coroner announces investigation into Tumbler Ridge mass shooting

British Columbia Chief Coroner Jatinder Baidwan announced Tuesday that a formal investigation will be conducted into the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge. Speaking at a press conference in Victoria, Baidwan said the purpose of the investigation is to establish the facts surrounding the incident and issue recommendations aimed at preventing similar tragedies in the future. He said the process is also intended to help restore public confidence in the system. According to the BC Coroners Service, the investigation will examine how individuals experiencing a mental health crisis are identified and w
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BCMar 03, 2026

Minister Sunner explains the need of Bill 7 in an interview with Connect FM

The BC government has introduced Bill 7, in the legislature to provide education quality assurance, strengthen oversight, and crack down on bad actors. In this regard, in an exclusive interview with Connect FM today, BC's Minister of Post-Secondary education and Future Skills, Jessie Sooner, answered questions about the need for the bill, its timeline, identification of bad actors and penalties, and its alignment with federal laws. Minister Sunner said, “this legislation will provide more tools and will be useful in maintaining international education standards.” Minister Sunner said that
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BCMar 03, 2026

Provincial SITE funding leads to 121 arrests, major drug and weapon seizures in Kelowna

The Kelowna RCMP says provincial funding through British Columbia’s Special Investigations and Targeted Enforcement program has led to 121 arrests, the recommendation of 163 criminal charges and the seizure of firearms, drugs and cash over a seven-month period. According to a Kelowna RCMP news release, the detachment received funding from the Province of British Columbia and the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General to support additional intelligence-led enforcement between June 1, 2025, and Jan. 15, 2026. The initiative focused on violent crime, repeat offenders and organized crim
BCMar 03, 2026

Two arrested after cocaine seizure in Langford drug trafficking investigation

Two Langford residents were arrested after police seized more than 350 grams of suspected cocaine, cash and silver during a drug trafficking investigation in the West Shore area. According to a release from the Westshore RCMP Drugs and Organized Crime Unit, the investigation began in February 2026 into a suspected drug trafficker operating in the region. On February 20, officers arrested a 44-year-old man and a 39-year-old woman and executed two search warrants at a Langford residence. Police said investigators located evidence consistent with a drug trafficking operation, including packaging