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27 Jul

Border Clashes Between Thailand and Cambodia Claim 32 Lives, Leave Over 130 Injured

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsCambodia, Thailand

Cambodia (National Times): Rising tensions between Thailand and Cambodia have led to deadly confrontations along the disputed border, with officials confirming the combined death toll has reached 32, as concerns grow over the possibility of a prolonged conflict in the region. Cambodia's Ministry of National Defence announced on Saturday that 12 more lives were lost, seven civilians and five soldiers, bringing Cambodia’s casualty count to 19. The most recent fatalities include a man killed in a rocket strike on a Buddhist pagoda where he had sought refuge on Thursday. In addition to the fatalities, Cambodia has reported over 70 injuries,…

27 Jul

11 Injured in Stabbing Attack at Walmart in Northern Michigan; Suspect Apprehended

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsMichigan, Traverse City

Traverse City, Michigan (Rajeev Sharma): A peaceful afternoon at a Walmart store in Traverse City turned chaotic on Saturday when a man launched an unexpected knife attack, injuring at least 11 individuals before being subdued. Authorities have termed the incident a random act of violence, and a suspect is now in custody. According to the Grand Traverse County Sheriff's Office, the suspect, identified only as a 42-year-old male resident of Michigan, entered the store around 4:45 p.m. armed with a folding knife and began assaulting shoppers. Swift action by a nearby sheriff’s deputy, combined with the efforts of store employees,…

27 Jul

NCERT to Introduce Modules on Operation Sindoor to Highlight India’s Military Prowess

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingNCERT, Operation Sindoor

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a move aimed at instilling awareness of national security and military achievements among students, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is preparing two educational modules centered on Operation Sindoor, India’s recent cross-border counter-terror operation against targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. According to senior officials from the Ministry of Education, the initiative is designed to familiarize schoolchildren with India’s military capabilities and the response to terrorism emanating from across the border. "Two special modules are currently under development. The first will be tailored for students in Classes 3 to 8, while the…

27 Jul

Amritsar Rural Police Bust Major ISI-Backed Smuggling Network; Weapons, Drug Money Seized

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingAmritsar, Punjab, Punjab Police

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a major operation signaling a decisive blow to trans-border crime, the Amritsar Rural Police, working in close coordination with central intelligence agencies, have successfully unearthed a sophisticated arms and drug money smuggling racket allegedly backed by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The crackdown has resulted in the arrest of five key individuals suspected of being part of a larger syndicate. Among the high-powered seizures were an AK Saiga .308 assault rifle with two magazines, two Glock 9mm pistols with four magazines, 90 rounds of AK ammunition, 10 live 9mm cartridges, Rs 7.50 lakh in drug money, a…

27 Jul

Nanaimo Councillor Urges Province to Shut Down Overdose Prevention Site Near City Hall

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingBritish Columbia, Canada

Nanaimo, British Columbia (Richa Walia): A motion set to be introduced at Nanaimo City Council may escalate tensions between the municipality and provincial health officials over a supervised drug use facility located adjacent to city hall. According to the agenda for Monday’s meeting, Councillor Ian Thorpe plans to table a proposal requesting that Island Health formally shut down the overdose prevention site on Albert Street. Thorpe signaled his intent during the council's July 21 session, saying the city must tell the province it has “had enough” of the escalating disorder in the area. The call for closure follows a contentious…

27 Jul

Spike in Hostility Towards Immigrants Alarms Support Groups Across Alberta

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Amid heated national debates surrounding immigration, organizations that assist newcomers in Alberta are reporting a troubling rise in racially motivated hostility, both online and in public spaces. Shamaila Akram, a community advocate with Calgary’s Centre for Newcomers, says she has grown used to being the target of racial slurs—but remains deeply concerned about the growing anxiety among new immigrants, especially women. "Many of our clients are now coming in with severe stress or even panic attacks after being subjected to harassment right outside our offices," Akram shared. "Women in hijabs have been particularly targeted, and some have…

27 Jul

Fatal Small-Plane Crash Reported Near Deer Lake, Newfoundland Airport

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Newfoundland Airport

Newfoundland (Rajeev Sharma): A small aircraft went down Saturday evening near the Deer Lake Regional Airport in western Newfoundland, resulting in at least one fatality, authorities have confirmed. The crash occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. NT, just outside the airport boundary in the town of Deer Lake, which is home to about 5,000 residents. Emergency services, including the RCMP and first responders, quickly arrived at the scene. The aircraft involved was a Piper Navajo twin-engine plane, owned by Kisik Geospatial and Aerial Survey, a B.C.-based aerial mapping company. In a public statement, the company’s owner and accountable executive, Andrew Naysmith,…

26 Jul

How the Red Chris Mine Rescue Can Shape the Future of Mining Safety?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingChris Mine

British Columbia (Richa Walia): The recent rescue operation at British Columbia's Red Chris mine, which saw three workers brought to safety after being trapped underground for over 60 hours, is offering valuable insights for future emergency response efforts across the mining industry. Mining company Newmont Corp., which operates the site, has pledged a full investigation into the rockfall that led to the entrapment, aiming to identify causes and prevent similar incidents. Experts say the findings will not only help improve safety protocols at Red Chris, but across the entire sector. Danny Taillefer, Deputy Chief Mine Rescue Officer at Ontario Mine…

26 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Capt Amarinder Singh for Defending Bikram Majithia, Calls Out “Hypocrisy” on Drug Issue

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Bikram Majithia, Capt Amarinder Singh

Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched a scathing attack on former CM Captain Amarinder Singh for defending Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, an accused in a high-profile drug case. The sharp political exchange comes after Captain Amarinder criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for what he termed as "political vendetta" and "assault on democracy." Reacting strongly to Amarinder Singh’s statement, CM Bhagwant Mann said,“Captain Sahib, today you’re suddenly concerned about the human rights of drug smugglers… When people’s sons were writhing in agony and dying under your and your nephew’s rule, you were…

26 Jul

Akal Takht Summons Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Over Controversial Srinagar Event, Edu Min Agrees to It

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingHarjot Bains, Punjab, Sri Akal Takht

Amritsar (National Times): In a significant development, the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, has summoned Punjab Cabinet Minister S. Harjot Singh and the Director of the Language Department, S. Jaswant Singh, over a controversial cultural program organized in Srinagar. The event, held on the occasion of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, has drawn criticism from the Sikh community for including elements deemed objectionable and disrespectful. The Jathedar took serious note of the complaints received from various quarters of the Sikh Sangat regarding the inclusion of dance, songs, and entertainment…