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16 Aug

Trump-Putin Talks in Alaska End Without Deal, India Caught in between

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Russia, US, Vladimir Putin

Alaska (Rajeev Sharma): The much-anticipated Alaska meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin ended without a breakthrough, leaving India facing fresh uncertainty over punitive American tariffs. Despite warm optics and friendly rhetoric, the two leaders could not resolve their sharp differences on Ukraine. Trump spoke of “considerable progress” and hinted that only a few issues remained, while Putin emphasized hopes for stronger bilateral ties with Washington but stood firm on Russia’s core positions. For New Delhi, the deadlock is troubling. The U.S. has already tied a new 25 per cent tariff on Indian exports to Delhi’s…

16 Aug

B.C. MLA Slams U.S. Senator’s Proposal for Western Provinces to Join America

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingBritish Columbia, Canada

Victoria (Richa Walia): A British Columbia legislator has strongly rebuked a pitch from a Republican state senator in the United States, suggesting that Canada’s four western provinces consider joining the U.S. Brennan Day, a member of the Opposition B.C. Conservative Party, said his reaction shifted from disappointment to anger after receiving the letter from Maine Senator Joseph Martin last week. His office first verified that the three-page document was genuine before responding. In the letter, Martin urged British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba to hold referendums on becoming American states. He argued this would not amount to annexation but rather…

16 Aug

Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit Mexico in September for Talks with President Sheinbaum

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Mark Carney, Mexico

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to travel to Mexico in September for discussions with President Claudia Sheinbaum, a senior official confirmed Friday. The visit comes at a time when Canada and Mexico are working to navigate U.S. tariffs and prepare for the scheduled review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in 2026. Goods that qualify under the 2020 trade pact, negotiated during Donald Trump’s first term, are exempt from broad tariffs, but industry-specific duties — including a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum and a 25% tariff on automobiles — continue to affect trade flows.…

16 Aug

Alberta Announces $4.2M to Strengthen Mental Health Supports for First Nations Students

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government has committed $4.2 million to expand learning and mental health supports for First Nations students, aiming to address both academic and well-being needs in on-reserve schools. For the 2025–26 school year, 27 First Nations will receive funding under the Specialized Learning and Mental Health Supports for First Nations Grant, first opened for applications in May. The province says the grants are designed to give communities the flexibility to deliver programs that reflect local priorities, from academic interventions to culturally relevant mental health initiatives. Education and Childcare Minister Demetrios Nicolaides stressed the importance of the investment,…

16 Aug

Minister Rajan Sawhney Meets Treaty 8 First Nations Leadership, Commits to Stronger Partnership

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Rajan Sawhney

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s Minister of Indigenous Relations, Rajan Sawhney, met with Treaty 8 First Nations leadership today, marking what she described as a “significant step forward” in strengthening government-to-government relations. The meeting brought together Grand Chief Trevor Mercredi, Deputy Grand Chief Ramona Horseman, and several other community leaders. Sawhney acknowledged the importance of such discussions, noting that while they can be challenging, they are essential for building trust and advancing meaningful progress. “We reaffirmed our commitment to ensuring First Nations voices are not only heard but also reflected in the decisions impacting their communities,” Sawhney said after the meeting.…

15 Aug

Govt May Replace GST’s Four-Slab System With Two-Tier Tax Rates

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingGST

New Delhi: The Union government is weighing a significant overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax framework, with plans to eliminate the 12% and 28% tax brackets and move to a simpler two-slab system, government sources revealed on Friday. Under the proposed structure, GST would be charged at either 5% or 18% on most goods and services. The 28% slab could remain only for a narrow category of luxury or sin goods, while the 12% rate would be merged into the 18% bracket. The move is aimed at simplifying tax compliance, reducing classification disputes, and bringing greater transparency to the…

15 Aug

Holiday Declared for All Chandigarh Schools on August 18

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh

Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): In a decision that has delighted students across the city, Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has declared Monday, August 18, as a holiday for all schools in the Union Territory. The order applies to every Government, Government-Aided, and Private school operating in Chandigarh. This announcement means students will have a rare four-day weekend in August. With Independence Day on August 15 (Friday), Janmashtami on August 16 (Saturday), the regular Sunday break on August 17, and the newly added holiday on August 18 (Monday), learners will enjoy an uninterrupted stretch of time off. The extended…

15 Aug

Kishtwar Cloudburst Tragedy: Death Toll Reaches 60, Over 100 Injured; Rescue Operations Underway

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingKishtwar

Kishtwar (National Times): A powerful cloudburst in Chisoti village, Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday triggered devastating flash floods, claiming at least 60 lives and injuring more than 100 people. The sudden deluge struck as devotees were en route to the Machail Mata Yatra, leaving villages submerged and homes destroyed. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah confirmed the fatalities and warned that the numbers could rise as rescue teams continue searching for those still trapped. Authorities have shared photographs of the victims with families via WhatsApp groups, leading to the identification of 21 bodies so far. Over 160 people have been…

15 Aug

Westlife Foodworld Celebrates 30 Years of Local Partnership and Progress this Independence Day

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As India marks its 79th Independence Day, Westlife Foodworld, operator of McDonalds India (West & South), proudly celebrates three decades of deep-rooted service to the nation. Over the years, it has sourced locally, empowered Indian farmers, built robust supply chains from scratch, innovated menus that reflects India's diverse tastes, and created thousands of livelihood opportunities for Indians. Since opening the first McDonald's restaurant in Mumbai in 1996, Westlife Foodworld has built a robust farm-to-table supply chain spanning the country. From buns baked in Maharashtra and Karnataka to the crisp lettuce grown in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, and from potatoes harvested…

15 Aug

13th Edition of Gartex Texprocess India Returns to New Delhi with Expanded Showcase and Newer Segments

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600+ brands and 200+ exhibitors from across the globe, with 35% joining for the first time. Textile manufacturing, automation, aftercare and apparel trends to dominate the agenda Textile Care Forum and LeatherX Pavillion to be launched to cater to a wider spectrum of stakeholders Gartex Texprocess Indiais set to break new grounds with its upcoming exhibition scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from 21st-23rd August 2025 in Halls 2, 3, and 4. Organised by MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd., and Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd the Gartex Texprocess India 2025 will introduce two new additions aimed…