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WorldApr 28, 2025

Russia declares a ceasefire in Ukraine on May 8-10 for WWII Victory Day

The Kremlin on Monday declared a full ceasefire in Ukraine on May 8-10 as Russia celebrates the Victory Day over Nazi Germany. The truce will start at 0000 on May 8 (2100 GMT May 7) and last through May 10. The Kremlin said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the full cessation of hostilities on “humanitarian grounds” for the Victory Day on May 9. It comes as U.S. President Donald Trump’s scaled up efforts to broker a peace deal in Ukraine. Until that moment, Putin had refused to accept a complete unconditional ceasefire, linking it to a halt in Western arms supplies to Ukr
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IndiaApr 25, 2025

Pahalgam Terror Attack: India Doubles BSF Force on Border

Amid heightened tensions with Pakistan after the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, India has doubled the number of BSF forces on the border and deployed troops, along with which farmers in border villages have been asked to harvest wheat soon. There is also a fear in the villages that they may have to vacate their homes. At the same time, the Pakistan Army has violated the ceasefire on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir and targeted Indian Army posts, to which the Indian Army has also responded. In view of the situation developing in both the countries, the United Nat
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WorldApr 24, 2025

If India blocks the Indus Waters Treaty, it will be considered as an act of war: Pakistan

In response to the strong decisions of the Indian government after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan has also said that it will suspend bilateral agreements. This includes the 1972 Shimla Agreement, in which both countries agreed to resolve their disputes peacefully and avoid war. As per the decisions taken in Pakistan's National Security Committee chaired by Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, the Pakistan government has issued an order to return all Indian citizens except Sikh pilgrims within 48 hours. It is noteworthy that yesterday, India had taken 5 major decisions
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WorldApr 23, 2025

6.2-magnitude earthquake hits Istanbul, Turkey

A major earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck Istanbul, Turkey today. Its epicenter was in the Sea of ​​Marmara near Istanbul. Turkey's Emergency Management Agency said that there have been no reports of any damage or injuries so far after the earthquake. According to reports, three earthquakes hit Turkey in an hour, the first earthquake was of magnitude 3.9, the second was of magnitude 6.2 and the third was of magnitude 4.4. Meanwhile, officials warned people not to go into buildings damaged by the earthquake. It is noteworthy that two years ago, 60 thousand people were killed in the earthq
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IndiaApr 22, 2025

US Vice President JD Vance Visits India, Highlights Strengthening Ties

US Vice President JD Vance is currently on an official visit to India, marking his first trip to the country since taking office. He arrived in New Delhi on Monday, accompanied by his wife Usha and their three children. Upon arrival, Vance was accorded a ceremonial guard of honor at the airport. Following the welcome, Vance and his family visited the Akshardham Temple in Delhi, where they spent about an hour exploring the site. On the first day of his visit, Vice President Vance also held a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On Tuesday, Vance traveled to Jaipur, Rajasthan, wher
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WorldApr 18, 2025

DGP Gaurav Yadav Confirms Arrest of Happy Passia in America

Punjab Police DGP Gaurav Yadav has confirmed the arrest of Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, a most-wanted individual in the state, in the United States. He announced that preparations are underway to bring him back to India to face justice. The U.S. investigative agency FBI has also verified the arrest, stating that Harpreet Singh was apprehended in Sacramento. According to the FBI, Happy Passia is linked to two international terrorist organizations and had entered the U.S. illegally. He is reportedly responsible for terrorist activities in Punjab, India.
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WorldApr 18, 2025

US May Withdraw from Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal Efforts

President Trump’s Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has warned that the United States may pull out of its mediation efforts in the Russia-Ukraine peace deal if significant progress toward a ceasefire is not achieved soon. Speaking after a visit to Paris on Friday, Rubio stated that the US cannot continue these efforts for many more weeks or months and has many other priorities to focus on. Russia, which has been attacking Ukraine since 2022, has set numerous conditions for a potential ceasefire. Meanwhile, the United States has been actively involved in supporting Ukraine, providing $350 bil
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WorldApr 17, 2025

Florida State University Shooting: 20-Year-Old Student Opens Fire, Killing Two and Injuring Six

Phoenix Ikner, a 20-year-old Florida State University student and the son of a longtime sheriff’s deputy, opened fire outside the university's student union on Thursday, killing two non-students and injuring at least six others. The incident occurred around lunchtime, sparking chaos as students and visitors scrambled for safety, some hiding in a bowling alley and even a freight elevator inside the building. Law enforcement responded quickly to the scene. Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell stated that officers confronted Ikner and shot him after he refused to follow their commands. He w
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BCApr 17, 2025

Vancouver International Airport Resumes Normal Operations After Days of Delays

Vancouver International Airport has resumed normal operations after three days of significant flight delays and cancellations. The airport confirmed on Thursday that services are now operating as usual. Since 3 p.m. on Monday, dozens of flights were delayed and several others canceled due to a shortage of resources and staff at Nav Canada, the country's air traffic control authority. Nav Canada had been implementing temporary traffic management measures to handle the disruption. Airport officials confirmed today that the issues have now been resolved. Passengers are advised to check their fli

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AlbertaSep 28, 2026

Alberta, Ontario Premiers to Discuss Energy Policy in Calgary

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford are set to meet in Calgary today to discuss Canada’s energy policy and ways to bring the country’s natural resources to global markets. The discussion comes as Canada continues to deal with shifting geopolitical tensions and an ongoing tariff dispute with the United States. Energy has been a key priority for Smith’s government, including efforts to expand oil exports to the British Columbia coast and markets in Asia. Smith has rejected using oil as leverage in the tariff dispute with U.S. President Donald Trump. Ford, however,
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CanadaSep 28, 2026

Canada’s Anita Anand calls for greater strategic autonomy, diversification at UN General Assembly

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand called for greater strategic autonomy and diversified international partnerships during her address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly, warning that the global order is undergoing a period of major change. In her national statement on September 26, Anand said the world had entered a “new era of disorder,” with major powers turning away from global economic cooperation and weakening economic integration. She did not name the United States directly in the speech. Anand said Canada could no longer afford to depend on a single partner an
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BCSep 28, 2026

Aman Singh, Deep Sandhu to Face Off in Vancouver-Fraserview

The Vancouver-Fraserview riding in B.C. is set for an interesting election contest, with B.C. NDP President Aman Singh taking on B.C. Conservative candidate Deep Singh Sandhu. Aman Singh, who served as the MLA for Richmond-Queensborough from 2020 to 2024, has been nominated by the NDP for Vancouver-Fraserview. He lost his Richmond-Queensborough seat in the 2024 election to B.C. Conservative candidate Steve Kooner. His main challenger in Vancouver-Fraserview will be Deep Singh Sandhu, a businessman and dedicated volunteer with Guru Nanak Free Kitchen. Vancouver-Fraserview has been held by the B
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CanadaSep 28, 2026

Quebec Helicopter Crash Kills Pilot and Three Family Members

A private helicopter crashed in Quebec on Saturday, killing four people, including the pilot. The helicopter went down in a field shortly after takeoff in an area about 50 kilometres from Montreal and caught fire. Emergency crews and police arrived at the scene and confirmed that all four people on board had died. Media reports identified the pilot as 50-year-old Suzanne Jutras, while the other three victims were members of the same family who had gone on a helicopter ride to celebrate a birthday. The cause of the crash remains unknown. Quebec police and the Transportation Safety Board of Cana
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CanadaSep 28, 2026

Poilievre calls for federal taxes on diesel to be removed

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is calling for the removal of all federal taxes on diesel and for measures to ensure a reliable domestic supply of the fuel. Speaking at a news conference Sunday at a gas station in suburban Ottawa, Poilievre said Canada produces enough diesel to meet domestic demand but that transportation barriers have left some provinces dependent on imports from the United States. Poilievre proposed extending the exemption from the federal fuel excise tax on diesel until July 1 next year. He also called for the elimination of other federal taxes on diesel, including the