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25 Jan

Mark Carney urges Canadians to back homegrown industry after Donald Trump’s tariff warning

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called on citizens to rally behind domestic producers and workers, unveiling a sweeping “Buy Canadian” drive just hours after US President Donald Trump threatened steep trade penalties over Ottawa’s growing engagement with China. In a video message shared online, Carney said the new policy reflects a strategic shift aimed at insulating Canada’s economy from mounting external pressures. He encouraged consumers, businesses and public institutions to prioritise Canadian-made goods and services, presenting the move as both an economic and national resilience measure. “With rising uncertainty in global markets, Canadians are choosing to…

25 Jan

Rescue teams brave subzero cold to save stranded family in British Columbia

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Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): A family of four was brought to safety after becoming stranded overnight in freezing conditions along a remote forest road in British Columbia’s Central Okanagan region, officials confirmed. Volunteers from Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR) were mobilised in the early hours of January 24 following a distress call from the group, whose vehicle became immobilised on Bear Main Forest Service Road near Islaht Lake. The area, known for rugged terrain and limited connectivity, posed significant challenges for rescuers. According to COSAR, active logging operations had left the roadway coated in ice, making it treacherous to navigate.…

25 Jan

Winter storm disrupts air travel across Canada, leaving thousands stranded

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Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Severe winter weather sweeping across large parts of Canada has thrown air travel into disarray, forcing airlines to cancel or delay hundreds of flights and leaving thousands of passengers stranded at major airports. Operations were heavily affected at key hubs in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver and Halifax as bitter cold, strong winds and heavy snowfall created hazardous conditions for aircraft movements and ground handling. According to airport authorities and flight tracking data, more than 225 flights were cancelled while over 300 departures and arrivals faced delays through the day. Toronto Pearson International Airport recorded the highest number…

25 Jan

India emerges as key partner as British Columbia seeks deeper trade ties

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British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): British Columbia Premier David Eby has said that major Indian corporations are showing strong interest in investing in Canada’s energy and mineral sectors, signaling a significant shift in bilateral economic engagement as relations between the two countries begin to stabilize. Speaking after a trade mission to India, Eby said he held discussions with senior executives from companies including Tata Steel, Reliance Industries, Indian Oil Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum, focusing on opportunities in liquefied natural gas (LNG), clean energy and critical minerals. The delegation also met India’s energy minister and representatives from leading industrial groups such as…

25 Jan

Alberta premier rejects claims that separatists seek U.S. statehood, stresses renewed ties with Ottawa

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Saturday dismissed suggestions that supporters of separatism in the province aim to join the United States, pushing back against recent remarks made by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent, speaking during an interview on a conservative American television network, claimed that Alberta residents were increasingly discussing sovereignty and hinted at the possibility of a referendum on whether the province should remain part of Canada. He also suggested that closer alignment with the U.S. could benefit Alberta, citing energy resources and trade potential. Addressing the comments during her weekly radio programme, Your Province,…

25 Jan

Burnaby shooting: 28-year-old Indian-origin man killed, investigators probe gang rivalry angle

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Burnaby (Rajeev Sharma): A fatal shooting in Burnaby, British Columbia, has claimed the life of a 28-year-old man of Indian origin, prompting an intensive investigation by Canadian law enforcement agencies. Police believe the killing may be part of a wider pattern of gang-related violence that has troubled parts of the region in recent months. The victim, identified as Dilraj Singh Gill, was gunned down late Thursday afternoon near the Canada Way corridor. Emergency crews arrived at the scene shortly before 5.30 pm after residents reported hearing multiple gunshots. Gill was found critically injured and, despite sustained resuscitation attempts, was declared…

25 Jan

Surrey Basement Shooting Kills One, Injures Another; IHIT Says Attack Was Targeted

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Surrey ( Rajeev Sharma): A shooting inside a basement suite of a residential home in Surrey has left one man dead and another injured, prompting a homicide investigation by the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT). The incident occurred early Saturday morning at approximately 4:55 a.m. in the 12500 block of 91 Avenue, according to the Surrey Police Service (SPS). Police said officers, along with BC Emergency Health Services paramedics and Surrey Fire Service crews, responded to reports of gunfire at the address. Upon entering the home, first responders located two adult men suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced…

24 Jan

RCMP Task Force Probes 111 Foreign Nationals in Extortion Network; Majority Linked to Punjab, New Details on Overseas Gangsters Surface

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Chandigarh/Vancouver: A special task force formed by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in British Columbia is currently investigating 111 foreign nationals in connection with a series of extortion cases, with a significant number of the suspects reportedly tracing their origins to Punjab. Officials associated with the probe clarified that the investigation is being conducted strictly on the basis of evidence and intelligence inputs, and not with the intent to target any specific community. The inquiry relies heavily on CCTV recordings, digital trails, financial data and forensic material to establish links between suspects and the alleged crimes. The task force…

24 Jan

Canada-Wide Manhunt Ends at Vancouver Airport in Explosive Minor Abuse Case

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Lethbridge ( Rajeev Sharma): A Taber, Alberta man wanted in connection with a disturbing case involving multiple minors has been arrested upon his return to Canada. According to a media release from the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS), Yuvraaz Singh, a resident of Taber, was taken into custody at Vancouver International Airport on January 19 after arriving in Canada from abroad. Singh had been the subject of a Canada-wide arrest warrant following an investigation that began in April 2025 in Lethbridge. Police said officers were called to a hotel in Lethbridge to assist in recovering property when they discovered Singh in…

23 Jan

IHF Celebrates Ramotsav 2026 in a Grand and Magnificent Manner in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Ramotsav 2026 was organised and celebrated in a truly grand and spiritually uplifting manner, as a large gathering of devotees came together to honour Lord Ram. The event was organised by IHF to commemorate the historic consecration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on December 22, 2024, with the same spirit of devotion beautifully reflected in Calgary. celebrations began with Poojan, followed by the sacred chanting of Ram Raksha Stotram, led by Sonia Joshi and her dedicated team from IHF, filling the venue with a powerful sense of devotion and reverence. The programme continued with a Sanskrit…