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Canada | Federal Transport Minister Anita Anand says that, out of an abundance of caution, her ministry will be increasing security measures for people travelling to India. Transport Canada has implemented temporary additional security screening measures, for travellers to India, Anand said in a news statement. Passengers may experience some screening delays while these measures are in place. A government official tells Private News the additional measures will be conducted by the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, the agency responsible for screening passengers and their baggage before entering the restricted areas of airports in Canada.  The official spoke on background because they weren't authorized…

Rio de Janeiro | Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Brazil. Both leaders embraced as PM Modi referred to Macron as his friend and congratulated him on the successful hosting of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics earlier this year. PM Modi stated that their discussions focused on strengthening ties in key areas such as space, energy, artificial intelligence , and other future-oriented sectors. It is always a matter of immense joy to meet my friend, President Emmanuel Macron. Complimented him on the successful hosting of the…

Rio de Janeiro |  Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, China's President Xi Jinping, and other leaders posed for a family photo at the 19th G20 Leaders' Summit. The photo was taken following the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty. The official spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal, described it as a photo for posterity. A photo for posterity! The #G20 leaders together for 'Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet', Jaiswal posted on X. Earlier in the day, PM Modi welcomed Brazil's initiative to establish the Global…

Chandigarh | Haryana Governor, Bandaru Dattatraya participated as the Chief Guest on the 10th Convocation of Central University of Haryana (CUH), Mahendragarh on Monday, on this occasion,  Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Punjab, Prof. Raghvendra P. Tiwari was present as Guest of Honour.Haryana Governor, Bandaru Dattatraya extended his best wishes to all the students receiving their degrees. He said, You are the present and the future of our nation,. Further he said that in today's era it is not money but knowledge that is the greatest power for nation-building. He also urged the youth to become job providers rather than job…

Chandigarh | Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini while giving assurance in the Haryana Legislative Assembly that elections for the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee will be conducted soon. Currently, the process of voter registration is underway in preparation for these elections. The Chief Minister made this statement while addressing the House during the discussion on the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024. During the discussion on the bill, Nayab Singh Saini said that under the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Act, there is a provision for the formation of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Judicial Commission. Earlier, there was a provision…

Canada | A man is dead after a pileup on Highway 1 east of Calgary. Emergency crews were called to the westbound lanes of Highway 1, between Highway 842 and Highway 56, just east of Cluny before for a multi-vehicle collision. Mounties said they were getting reports of more than 12 vehicles involved and later confirmed the crash was between a pick-up truck and several commercial semi-trucks. The driver of the pick-up truck, a 51-year-old man from Redcliff, was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. Heavy snowfall made for tricky driving conditions across most of southern…

Alberta | Auditor General Doug Wylie tabled seven reports in the Alberta Legislature today. Our reports emphasize the critical importance of effective processes, strong controls, and comprehensive performance reporting of government programs and services for the benefit of all Albertans, said Auditor General Doug Wylie. Government programs and services that reflect these elements help ensure Albertans get the most value from their tax dollars and receive the essential services and supports they rely on. The reports include: Audit of the 2023-2024 Consolidated Financial Statements of the Province of Alberta, Annual Summary of Ministry Audit Work, and the Summary of 2023 Financial Audit Results…

Alberta | Alberta housing starts rise to 37,971 so far in 2024, a 34 per cent increase over the same period last year. Alberta is getting shovels in the ground faster and building the homes Albertans need. Monthly data from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) reinforces that Alberta continues to show strong success in increasing its housing supply, which will help stabilize costs and improve the housing outlook for Albertans across the province. Alberta’s government recognizes the need for more housing options as the population continues to grow. That’s why the province has been working to reduce barriers…

Alberta | Alberta’s government is launching a public engagement to gather input about legislation and policies around assisted suicide, also referred to as medical assistance in dying (MAID). Medical assistance in dying is a process that allows an eligible person to receive assistance from a medical practitioner in ending their life. To be found eligible, a person must be suffering from a serious and permanent medical condition. Alberta’s government is reviewing how MAID is regulated to ensure there is a consistent process as well as oversight that protects vulnerable Albertans, specifically those living with disabilities or suffering from mental health challenges.…

Alberta | Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Mike Ellis issued the following statement on the upcoming Alberta Emergency Alert test: On Nov. 20, Alberta will be participating in a test of the National Public Alerting System. At 1:55 p.m., an Alberta Emergency Alert test will be issued across multiple channels including television, radio, wireless devices, websites, social media, the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile app and directly to compatible cellphones across the province. Nobody likes an alert disruption, but tests such as these allow us to fix system issues. These tests, which are typically conducted every May and November,…