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Surrey Shooting Investigation Deepens as Two Punjabi-Origin Men Face Firearm Charges

Surrey Shooting Investigation Deepens as Two Punjabi-Origin Men Face Firearm Charges

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian investigators have intensified their probe into a suspected targeted shooting in Surrey after two men of Punjabi origin were formally charged in connection with the incident, while authorities continue to examine possible links to a wider criminal network. The Surrey Police Service (SPS) confirmed that 21-year-old Arman Singh and 22-year-old Simarjeet Singh have each been charged with reckless discharge of a firearm under the Criminal Code of Canada. The duo has been remanded in custody and is expected to appear before a court on June 29. The case stems from a shooting reported during the early…
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Heavy Police Presence at Uttarakhand Border After Nihang Group Advances Towards Hemkund Sahib

Heavy Police Presence at Uttarakhand Border After Nihang Group Advances Towards Hemkund Sahib

Uttarakhand (Rajeev Sharma): A major security operation was launched at the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border after a group of Nihang Sikhs attempting to travel towards Hemkund Sahib crossed police barricades at the Kulhal checkpoint, leading to a brief confrontation with security personnel. Authorities had already heightened surveillance in the Vikasnagar region following intelligence inputs that members of the group, travelling from Punjab, intended to enter Uttarakhand. The border was secured with multiple barricades, riot-control units and senior administrative officers to manage the anticipated gathering. Despite repeated appeals from officials, a section of the procession reportedly forced its way through the barricades…
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Calgary Police Release Photos of 15 Wanted Suspects in Major Extortion Investigation

Calgary Police Release Photos of 15 Wanted Suspects in Major Extortion Investigation

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Calgary Police Service (CPS) has released the identities and photographs of 15 individuals wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation into a series of alleged extortion-related offences. Police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating the suspects as investigators continue efforts to dismantle organized criminal networks believed to be involved in extortion activities across the city. According to CPS, the investigation relates to incidents involving threats, intimidation, property damage, and other criminal acts that have primarily targeted members of Calgary’s South Asian business community. Police say extortion is a serious criminal offence that causes…
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Ship Attack Near Hormuz Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire as UN Reviews Maritime Safety Measures

Ship Attack Near Hormuz Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire as UN Reviews Maritime Safety Measures

Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A reported attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz has reignited concerns over maritime security in the Gulf, prompting the United Nations' shipping agency to temporarily suspend its escort operations while reassessing safety conditions. The incident occurred near the coast of Oman when a merchant vessel reportedly came under attack while navigating the strategically important waterway. Although the ship was not participating in the UN-facilitated escort programme, the episode has raised fresh doubts about the stability of the region despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran. The International Maritime Organization…
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India's Evolving Road Infrastructure Drives Need for Comprehensive Motor Protection

India’s motor sector continues to witness steady growth, driven by increasing vehicle ownership. The VAHAN registration data indicates nearly 20% growth in June 2026 compared to the previous year.   As vehicles become more advanced and customer expectations evolve, vehicle owners are increasingly seeking holistic solutions through motor insurance that provide comprehensive protection, flexibility, and convenience. While a standard motor insurance policy provides coverage against key risks, selecting suitable add-on covers can help customers enhance their protection and manage expenses arising from accidents, damages, and unexpected vehicle-related situations.   SBI General Insurance highlights key motor insurance add-ons that vehicle owners…
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The Airport is Only the Beginning of Jewar's Growth Story

The Airport is Only the Beginning of Jewar's Growth Story

When major airports are announced, the immediate conversation often revolves around connectivity and real estate. Yet history shows that the most successful airport-led regions are not built by aviation infrastructure alone. Their true transformation begins when industries, businesses, logistics networks and employment ecosystems grow around them.   The Airport Is Only the Beginning of Jewar's Growth Story   Cities such as Dubai, Singapore and Istanbul evolved into economic powerhouses not simply because they built airports, but because those airports became anchors for industrial activity, corporate expansion and investment. A similar shift is now beginning to take shape around Jewar.  …
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Jaypore Presents 'Karigari Ki Kahani' Campaign, a Storytelling Initiative Bringing Together India's Women of Substance to Reframe the Future of Craft

Jaypore Presents 'Karigari Ki Kahani' Campaign, a Storytelling Initiative Bringing Together India's Women of Substance to Reframe the Future of Craft

In a time when speed defines value and algorithms shape taste, Jaypore, from the house of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail, invites audiences to pause and listen.   With ‘Karigari Ki Kahani: Keepers of the Weave’ campaign, Jaypore launches a deeply evocative brand film that brings together some of India’s most compelling women voices across craft, culture, journalism and conscious entrepreneurship. The campaign features mindful writer Karuna Ezara Parikh, creative director and stylist Devanshi Tuli, fashion editor Praachi Raniwala, singer and songwriter Lothika Jha, and Alka Sharma, who runs a traditional Dabu craft unit rooted in Rajasthan’s rich handicraft traditions.…
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Rising Gold Prices Are Giving Indian Households More Borrowing Power Than Ever Before

Rising Gold Prices Are Giving Indian Households More Borrowing Power Than Ever Before

Gold prices in India have crossed Rs. 1,50,000 per 10 grams for the first time in 2026 — a milestone that has quietly changed the financial equation for millions of households sitting on gold jewellery and coins accumulated over generations. For anyone who has considered a gold loan but held back due to concerns about loan size or eligibility, the current rate environment may be worth a second look.   Bajaj Finance Gold Loan Bajaj Finance, one of India's largest non-banking financial companies, has seen steady growth in gold loan enquiries as more borrowers recognise that the same jewellery they…
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The Future of Angioplasty: Precision Calcium Management and Metal-Less Therapies

The Future of Angioplasty: Precision Calcium Management and Metal-Less Therapies

Coronary Artery Disease continues to be one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with India witnessing a particularly alarming rise in the disease, changing lifestyles, increasing stress levels, unhealthy dietary habits, smoking, diabetes, hypertension, and lack of physical activity have contributed significantly to the growing burden of heart disease across all age groups.   Coronary Artery Disease is no longer a condition affecting only the elderly, younger individuals are increasingly presenting with complex coronary blockages, making early detection and timely treatment more critical than ever. Common warning signs such as chest pain, shortness of breath, excessive fatigue,…
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Two Held as Probe Advances in Bathinda Clinic Attack; Search Continues for Third Suspect

Two Held as Probe Advances in Bathinda Clinic Attack; Search Continues for Third Suspect

Bathinda (Gurpreet Singh) Police in Bathinda have detained two individuals iin connection with the petrol bomb attack on a local homoeopathic clinic earlier this week, claiming significant progress in a case that has drawn attention from both state and central agencies. Officials said the attack was allegedly carried out by three people. While two suspects have been arrested, law enforcement teams are continuing efforts to locate the third accused, who remains absconding. The development came shortly after the National Investigation Agency (NIA) stepped into the case and conducted a visit to the clinic to gather preliminary information. The agency’s involvement…
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