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29 Jul

Parliament Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha Adjourned Till 2 PM, Amit Shah to Address Lok Sabha on Operation Sindoor

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New Delhi: The Monsoon Session of Parliament saw heated discussions on Tuesday as the Lok Sabha continued its debate on Operation Sindoor for the second consecutive day. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address the House between 12 pm and 1 pm, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also expected to speak later in the evening, according to government sources. Key Business in Lok Sabha Apart from the discussion on Operation Sindoor, several standing committee reports will be tabled in the House. These include: Communications and Information Technology Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Rural Development and Panchayati…

29 Jul

Southern Alberta Begins Cleanup After Weekend of Heavy Rain and Giant Hail

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Southern Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Residents of southern Alberta are once again in recovery mode after another powerful storm struck the region over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and hailstones as large as tennis balls that caused widespread damage. On Sunday night, around 8 p.m., the Cardston area, roughly 90 minutes southeast of Calgary, was hit hard. The storm lasted about 20 minutes but left a lasting impact, shattered windows, dented vehicles, snapped trees, and destroyed crops. Severe Vehicle Damage Trevor Jones, manager of operations at Carstar Auto Repair, described the damage as overwhelming.“By 10 a.m. Monday, one insurer had already…

29 Jul

Canada Commits $40M to Support Palestinians, Pushes for Path Toward Statehood

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Palestine

New York (Rajeev Sharma): Canada is stepping up its role in the Middle East peace process, pledging $30 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza and $10 million to support the Palestinian Authority’s governance reforms as part of a broader push for the creation of a future Palestinian state. While Canada has not joined France in formally recognizing a Palestinian state, Ottawa has made clear it is prepared to help lay the groundwork for one that includes both Gaza and the West Bank, provided it is governed democratically and free from Hamas control. Aid and Statehood Support Foreign Affairs Minister Anita…

29 Jul

B.C. Premier Demands Equal Federal Support for Ferry Users After Ottawa Cuts Fares in Eastern Canada

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Victoria (Richa Walia): Premier David Eby is calling on the federal government to increase its support for ferry users in British Columbia after Prime Minister Mark Carney fulfilled his promise to cut ferry fares by 50% in Eastern Canada. Eby pointed out a stark funding gap: while Ottawa provides approximately $300 per person in subsidies for East Coast ferry users, those in B.C. receive just $1 per person. “We need the federal government to take a serious look at this policy and ensure fair treatment for ferry users in British Columbia,” Eby said Monday. Eastern Canada Gets Big Cuts, B.C.…

29 Jul

Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Enter “Intense Phase” as Deadline Nears: PM Mark Carney

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday that trade negotiations with the United States have entered an "intense phase" with a critical deadline approaching this Friday. “Canadians don't deserve this uncertainty… they want a resolution that makes sense for Canada,” Carney said at a press conference. “These negotiations are complex, but we are standing firm for Canadian interests.” Tariff Tensions Rise The talks follow escalating tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, who last week suggested that a trade deal with Canada might not happen. “We haven't really had a lot of luck with Canada,” Trump said. “I…

28 Jul

N.W.T. Public Health Warns of Measles Risk Amid Surge in Alberta Cases

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Yellowknife (Rajeev Sharma): With measles cases on the rise in Alberta, health authorities in the Northwest Territories (N.W.T.) are warning residents about a potential risk of exposure, especially for those traveling through the neighbouring province during the summer. Dr. Kami Kandola, the territory’s Chief Public Health Officer, emphasized the importance of checking vaccination records, noting that the virus’s resurgence in Alberta could impact northern travelers. “We're keeping a close eye on the situation,” Dr. Kandola said. “There’s concern that the infection could make its way north with returning travelers.” According to Alberta’s latest health data (as of July 24), 1,511…

28 Jul

Mastermind Behind Pahalgam Attack Killed in ‘Operation Mahadev’; Two Others Also Eliminated

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Srinagar (National Times): In a major breakthrough in India’s counter-terrorism efforts, the mastermind of the Pahalgam terror attack was gunned down along with two other Pakistani terrorists during a high-intensity encounter in Srinagar’s Dachigam region, officials confirmed. The mission, dubbed ‘Operation Mahadev’, was led jointly by the Indian Army and Jammu & Kashmir Police. The primary target, identified as Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Suleiman Shah, also known by his alias Hashim Musa, was reportedly the brains behind the Pahalgam attack, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians. Intelligence agencies had been tracking Musa’s movement for weeks. Sources also linked him to…

28 Jul

Rajnath Singh Opens Lok Sabha Debate on Operation Sindoor, Declares: “Not a War, But a Just Retaliation”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingOperation Sindoor, Rajnath Singh

New Delhi (National Times): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh kick-started a high-voltage debate in the Lok Sabha on Monday with a powerful and detailed account of Operation Sindoor, India's strategic military response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Singh praised the valour of Indian soldiers, outlined the precision of the strikes, and asserted that India’s actions were aimed at neutralizing terror infrastructure, not escalating war. “I begin by paying heartfelt tribute to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for the country,” said Singh, addressing the House. “Operation Sindoor was a calibrated, well-planned military initiative. Within just 22 minutes, nine terror…

28 Jul

Uttarakhand CM Orders Stricter Law Against Unlawful Religious Conversions, Announces SIT for Operation Kalanemi

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Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed officials to strengthen the state’s existing law against unlawful religious conversions. The move, he said, aims to curb any activities that could potentially alter the demographic structure of the state. In a high-level meeting held on Monday, the Chief Minister emphasized the need for stricter enforcement and legal provisions to prevent forced or fraudulent conversions. “Any attempt to change the demography of Uttarakhand will be dealt with sternly,” he stated, according to an official release from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO). To intensify surveillance and enforcement, the government will…

28 Jul

B.C. Man Escapes Cougar Attack with Minor Injuries After Punching Predator

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingBritish Columbia, Canada

Smithers, B.C. (Richa Walia): A man in British Columbia’s northern Interior is recovering from minor injuries after a dramatic encounter with a cougar that he says ended when he punched the animal in the face. According to a statement from the B.C. Conservation Officer Service, the incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Saturday near Lake Kathlyn, close to Smithers, approximately 1,000 kilometres northwest of Vancouver. The man, who was working in the area at the time, reported that the cougar suddenly approached and struck him in the upper body. Acting quickly, he punched the wild cat in the face, causing…