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Ontario Police Investigate Fatal Shooting on Walpole Island First Nation

Ontario Police Investigate Fatal Shooting on Walpole Island First Nation

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported that a 29-year-old was found dead from gunshot wounds on the Walpole Island First Nation near the Canada-U.S. border on New Year’s Day. Authorities said they were called to a disturbance shortly after 8 a.m. at the First Nation community, located approximately 120 kilometres east of Windsor, Ontario, near Michigan. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the individual had died at the scene. One person has been taken into custody in connection with the incident. The Walpole Island Police Service is assisting the OPP with the investigation. No further information about the circumstances of…
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Air India Pilot Removed from Duty After Alcohol Breach at Vancouver Airport

Air India Pilot Removed from Duty After Alcohol Breach at Vancouver Airport

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Air Canada’s transport regulator has asked Air India to conduct a thorough investigation after a pilot reportedly arrived for duty under the influence of alcohol, failing two breathalyzer tests at Vancouver International Airport. The incident caused a last-minute delay to a Vancouver–Delhi flight on December 23. The pilot was asked to leave the aircraft, and Canadian authorities performed breath tests that the pilot did not pass, a source familiar with the matter said, requesting anonymity. Transport Canada described the episode as “serious” in a letter to the airline and indicated that enforcement actions could follow depending on…
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Thousands Welcome New Year with Devotion at Calgary Temples

Thousands Welcome New Year with Devotion at Calgary Temples

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The New Year was celebrated with great devotion and community participation at the ISKCON Calgary Temple – Radha Madhav Cultural Association (RMCA), and the Hindu Society of Calgary, as thousands of devotees gathered to offer prayers and seek blessings on December 31 and January 1, 2026. ISKCON Calgary Temple – Radha Madhav Cultural Association Hosts New Year’s Eve Program The ISKCON Calgary Temple , Radha Madhav Cultural Association (RMCA) organized a special New Year’s Eve program on December 31, from 6:00 PM to midnight. The program featured devotional kirtan, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere, followed by…
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Fresh Wave of Economic Protests Shakes Iran, Leaving Seven Dead

Fresh Wave of Economic Protests Shakes Iran, Leaving Seven Dead

Iran (Rajeev Sharma): Iran is witnessing a renewed surge of public unrest as demonstrations driven by economic hardship spread beyond major cities, resulting in at least seven deaths over the past two days, officials and independent monitors said. The incidents mark the most serious escalation since protests began earlier this week over inflation, job insecurity and the plunging value of the national currency. While gatherings in Tehran appeared to lose momentum, unrest intensified in provincial towns, particularly in western and southern regions populated largely by the Lur ethnic community. Fatal incidents were reported from four separate locations between Wednesday and…
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California Pauses Mass Cancellation of Trucking Licences Amid Legal Dispute

California Pauses Mass Cancellation of Trucking Licences Amid Legal Dispute

California (Rajeev Sharma): California has temporarily halted plans to revoke nearly 17,000 commercial driving licences after a legal challenge from Sikh and immigrant rights organisations, offering short-term relief to thousands of truck and bus drivers across the state. The licences will now remain valid until March while authorities review eligibility and compliance issues. The decision follows a class-action lawsuit filed by the Sikh Coalition and the Asian Law Caucus, which alleged that immigrant drivers were being disproportionately targeted despite holding valid qualifications. The groups argued that sudden licence cancellations threatened the livelihoods of drivers who depend on commercial driving for…
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Explosion at Swiss Mountain Resort Bar Leaves Multiple Dead on New Year

Explosion at Swiss Mountain Resort Bar Leaves Multiple Dead on New Year

Switzerland (Rajeev Sharma): New Year celebrations turned tragic at a renowned Swiss ski destination after a powerful explosion ripped through a bar in Crans-Montana, resulting in several deaths and injuries. The incident was reported in the early hours of Thursday, with police confirming casualties but withholding specific numbers. According to law enforcement officials, the blast took place around 1:30 am local time at a bar named Constellation. Emergency responders, including police, fire services and medical teams, were immediately dispatched to the scene following reports of an explosion heard in the area. Those injured in the incident were rushed to nearby…
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New Year Ushers in Showers Across Tricity as Cold Wave Intensifies

New Year Ushers in Showers Across Tricity as Cold Wave Intensifies

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The first day of 2026 began on a cool and cloudy note in Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali, with light rain reported from several localities. The brief spells of drizzle, forecast in advance by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), further lowered temperatures and added to the winter chill in the region. Across Punjab, Haryana and other parts of northern India, similar weather conditions prevailed, with overcast skies and occasional showers observed through the day. Meteorologists said the ongoing weather activity has strengthened cold conditions, particularly in the plains where sunshine remained limited. Earlier forecasts from the IMD had…
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Dr Odin Announces Launch of Smart, App-Connected Health Devices

Dr Odin Announces Launch of Smart, App-Connected Health Devices

Dr Odin is set to introduce a new generation of smart medical devices that connect wirelessly with smartphones, enabling users to manage health vitals seamlessly through the Dr Odin Health App. The upcoming range includes a Digital Thermometer, Infrared Thermometer, Pulse Oximeter, Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor, and Fetal Doppler, all designed to work effortlessly with the newly enhanced mobile application.   Dr. Odin unveils its new App-enabled health range—pulse oximeter, thermometers, BP monitor, and fetal doppler—bringing smart, connected care to families The new product lineup allows users to connect devices to their phones through the mobile app, capture readings…
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L&T Finance Ltd. Launches 'Sachet with Sachet,' a Cyber Safety Initiative for Smarter Financial Decisions

L&T Finance Ltd. Launches 'Sachet with Sachet,' a Cyber Safety Initiative for Smarter Financial Decisions

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Limited, one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, has announced the launch of ‘Sachet with Sachet,’ a cyber safety initiative to empower users with the tools and knowledge to navigate the digital financial landscape. Featuring the animated avatar of LTF’s financial awareness mascot, Sachet Kumar, the initiative combines interactive technology with gamified learning to build safer digital habits for the New Year 2026.   L&T Finance's financial awareness mascot, Sachet Kumar, promotes safer digital habits to make people 'scam-smart'   LTF has created Ltfsachet.in to give…
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In One Year, VinFast Went From a Whisper to a Roar in India's EV Market

In One Year, VinFast Went From a Whisper to a Roar in India's EV Market

On a morning in New Delhi, the Bharat Mobility Global Expo buzzed with the familiar hum of India’s automotive giants. Visitors wandered between displays of combustion engines and gleaming show cars, the kind of scene Delhi has hosted for decades. But in one corner of the hall, the crowd slowed. Two premium compact electric SUVs sat under the lights, the VF 6 and VF 7, their sharp V-shaped signatures glowing long before anyone registered the name on the stand.   VinFast has quietly climbed into the ranks of India’s top electric vehicle brands   VinFast’s debut in India on Jan…
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