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Calgary| The family of a victim in a Calgary domestic homicide is advocating for improved protections for individuals facing domestic violence. The incident occurred on Tuesday near an elementary school, where a woman was declared deceased with apparent stab wounds. Calgary police, who responded to the targeted incident, assured that no staff or students were at risk during the lockdown of nearby educational institutions. The victim, identified as the suspect's former wife, and the suspect remain unnamed due to a publication ban. The sister of another domestic violence victim killed in 2019 expressed shock at the incident's circumstances, especially the…

The elevated regions of Himachal Pradesh, encompassing Lahaul Spiti, Kinnaur, and certain areas in Kullu, the Dhauladhar mountains in Kangra district, and the mountains in Shimla District, experienced a mild episode of rain and snowfall in the last 24 hours. However, most of the tourist destinations had partly cloudy conditions, and temperatures have returned to normal levels, considering they were initially higher than average in these areas. Over the past day, the coldest minimum temperature was registered at -5.8 degrees Celsius in Sumdo, Lahaul-Spiti, and in Kinnaur's Kalpa, it was -3.6 degrees Celsius. Other recorded temperatures include 0.6 degrees Celsius…

New Delhi| Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled special postage stamps commemorating the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, along with a stamp book dedicated to Lord Ram from various countries worldwide. The stamps feature designs showcasing elements such as the Ram Temple, the verse 'Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari,' the sun, the Saryu River, and sculptures surrounding the temple. The set of six stamps released includes depictions of the Ram Temple, Lord Ganesh, Lord Hanuman, Jatayu, Kevatraj, and Ma Shabri, all significant figures associated with Lord Ram's narrative. The stamps are adorned with gold leaf detailing on the sun rays and the featured…

The Haryana government informed the Centre on Wednesday that Haryana roadways would acquire eco-friendly CNG, electric, and BS VI diesel buses as part of the 2024-25 action plan to address the annual air pollution crisis in Delhi and the national capital region (NCR). The announcement came during a virtual meeting on air quality management in Delhi and NCR, chaired by the Union cabinet secretary. Haryana's plan involves specific timelines and actions for replacing BS III/IV diesel buses, with a commitment to phase out all 500 BS III buses from NCR depots by October 2024. The state will procure 375 e-buses…

The cold wave persisted in Punjab and Haryana on Wednesday, as minimum temperatures remained below normal levels across most areas of both states. Ballowal Saunkhri in Shaheed Bhagat Singh (SBS) Nagar district recorded a temperature of zero degrees Celsius, as reported by the Meteorological Department in Chandigarh. Dense to very dense fog affected several northern regions, leading to reduced visibility below 50 meters in some parts of Punjab. At 5:30 am, visibility levels were recorded at 25 meters in Patiala and Ambala, and 50 meters in Hisar. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted the continuation of dense to very dense…

The Jammu and Kashmir high court declared on Monday that surnames such as `Singh` or `Kaur` are not obligatory for individuals to be acknowledged as Sikh. The court dismissed a plea filed by Sukhjeet Singh of Akhnoor, a retired government official who contested the DGPC elections in Akhnoor, citing the J&K Sikh Gurdwaras and Religious Endowment Act, 1973. Sukhjeet Singh, in his petition, claimed that non-Sikh individuals were included in the electoral rolls of the DGPC without having surnames like 'Singh' or 'Kaur.' Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal of the J&K high court, after considering the petitioner's arguments, referred to the…

The mayoral elections in Chandigarh, originally scheduled for today, have been postponed indefinitely. Several councilors were informed of the postponement through a text message, citing the ill health of Anil Masih, who was designated as the presiding authority for the elections. A message was sent to multiple councillors at 10:30 am, stating, `It is informed that a telephonic message has been received regarding the ill health of Sh Anil Masih, who has been nominated as Presiding authority for the meeting scheduled on 18.1.24 for the post of mayor u/60 (a) read with Regulation 6(1) of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation (Procedure…

Akasa Air, a low-cost carrier based in India, has confirmed an order for 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, as part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the rapidly expanding Indian aviation market. The announcement was made during the `Wings India` air show in Hyderabad, where industry participants, airlines, and government representatives gathered. The order is integral to Akasa's ambitions for international expansion, with the Boeing aircraft intended for flights to nearby foreign destinations, including Southeast Asia and the Middle East from India. This significant order marks Boeing's first major announcement for its MAX jetliner program since a recent…

China's population experienced a decline for the second consecutive year in 2023, primarily attributed to a record low birth rate and the impact of COVID-19 deaths following the easing of strict lockdowns. The National Bureau of Statistics reported a decrease of 2.08 million people, or 0.15%, bringing the total population to 1.409 billion. This decline surpassed the 2022 decrease of 850,000, marking the first population drop since 1961. The surge in COVID-19 cases in 2022, coupled with the relaxation of restrictions, contributed to a 6.6% increase in total deaths to 11.1 million, reaching the highest death rate since 1974. New…

GAZA| Israel increased its attacks on the southern part of Gaza on Wednesday, where a deal had been brokered for the delivery of medicines in exchange for humanitarian aid to hostages. However, almost a day after the deal was announced, a top Hamas official imposed new conditions, insisting that Israel should not inspect the trucks carrying the drugs. Air strikes and artillery fire targeted Khan Yunis overnight, resulting in a challenging and intense situation. The Hamas government reported 81 deaths across Gaza, with the conflict causing widespread destruction since the October 7 attacks by Hamas on Israel. The toll includes…