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Canadian Prime Minister Likely to Travel to India in Early March, Trade and Technology on Agenda

Canadian Prime Minister Likely to Travel to India in Early March, Trade and Technology on Agenda

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit India in the first week of March, according to media reports citing diplomatic sources. The visit, if confirmed, is anticipated to mark a significant step in strengthening economic and strategic engagement between the two countries. Reports indicate that the proposed visit could lead to multiple agreements spanning sectors such as uranium supply, clean energy, critical minerals and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, was quoted as saying that discussions are also underway for cooperation in nuclear energy, oil and gas, environmental initiatives,…
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Alberta Minister Rajan Sawhney Attends Republic Day Celebrations in Goa, Meets Indian and State Leaders

Alberta Minister Rajan Sawhney Attends Republic Day Celebrations in Goa, Meets Indian and State Leaders

GOA (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Cabinet Minister Rajan Sawhney attended India’s Republic Day celebrations in the state of Goa as part of her official visit to India, joining senior Indian leadership including the Governor of Goa, the Chief Minister of Goa, several state ministers, and Shri Shripad Naik, Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India. Minister Sawhney was accompanied by UCP party members Happy Maan and Jatinder Tatla from Alberta, who were also part of the delegation participating in the Republic Day event. Her visit forms part of Alberta’s international outreach aimed at strengthening…
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Punjab Police Arrest Goldy Brar’s Parents in Fresh Extortion Probe

Punjab Police Arrest Goldy Brar’s Parents in Fresh Extortion Probe

Punjab Police have taken into custody the parents of fugitive gangster Satinderjit Singh, alias Goldy Brar, in connection with an extortion case registered last year in Muktsar district, officials confirmed on Monday. The development comes as part of an intensified statewide drive aimed at breaking the influence and logistical backing of organised crime groups. Police sources said the arrests stem from a 2024 complaint lodged by a resident of Udekaran village, who alleged intimidation and extortion. After months of investigation, a team from Sadar Muktsar police station traced the accused and detained them from Amritsar. The accused have been identified…
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Five Climate-Tech Startups Win Rs. 25 Lakhs to Pilot Breakthrough Solutions Across Bengaluru Under Namma Bengaluru Challenge '26

Five Climate-Tech Startups Win Rs. 25 Lakhs to Pilot Breakthrough Solutions Across Bengaluru Under Namma Bengaluru Challenge '26

In a major push to future-proof Indiaʼs fastest-growing city against climate stress, UnboxingBLR - in partnership with Social Alpha and WTFund, and supported by the Government of Karnataka and the Greater Bengaluru Authority GBA - announced today, the five winning startups of Namma Bengaluru Challenge ʼ26 (NBC ʼ26) that will each receive Rs. 25 lakhs to deploy their innovations across Bengaluru.   UnboxingBLR - Namma Bengaluru Challenge '26 winners with jury   NBC '26 is turning Bengaluru into a sandbox for finding solutions to climate-triggered challenges that the city faces. The challenge aspires to test ideas that can be piloted…
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Heavy Snowfall Disrupts School Operations Across Greater Toronto-Hamilton Area

Heavy Snowfall Disrupts School Operations Across Greater Toronto-Hamilton Area

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): The after-effects of a powerful winter storm that swept through southern Ontario on Sunday prompted widespread school closures across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) on Monday, as authorities worked to clear snow and restore safe travel conditions. The Toronto District School Board confirmed that all its schools, administrative offices, learning sites and childcare centres would remain shut for the day to support ongoing snow-clearing efforts and in response to the severe weather alert issued by the city. Soon after, the Toronto Catholic District School Board announced similar closures, adding that examinations scheduled for Monday have…
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Toronto Police Urge Residents to Stay Home After 43 cm of Snow Buries City, Wind Chills Set to Plunge to –25°C

Toronto Police Urge Residents to Stay Home After 43 cm of Snow Buries City, Wind Chills Set to Plunge to –25°C

Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): Toronto is grappling with a massive cleanup effort after a powerful winter storm dumped 43 centimetres of snow across the city, forcing plows and emergency crews into a multi-day operation to restore roads and transit service. Major arteries were prioritized on Monday, while many residential streets remained partially blocked under deep snowbanks. Environment Canada said Monday’s forecast will bring a mix of sun and clouds with a 40 per cent chance of flurries. Temperatures are expected to reach a high of –8°C, but wind chills will make it feel closer to –22°C in the morning and…
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Massive Winter Storm Cancels Over 10,500 Flights Across U.S., Disrupts Toronto Pearson and Major Hubs

Massive Winter Storm Cancels Over 10,500 Flights Across U.S., Disrupts Toronto Pearson and Major Hubs

Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): A powerful winter storm sweeping across large parts of North America caused unprecedented disruption to air travel on Sunday, January 25, 2026, forcing the cancellation of more than 10,500 flights within, into, or out of the United States making it one of the worst single-day aviation shutdowns since the COVID-19 pandemic. Heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and strong winds crippled operations at major U.S. hubs including Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, and airports across the New York City region. The storm’s impact extended into Canada, with Toronto Pearson International Airport…
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Republic Day Parade begins at Kartavya Path amid patriotic fervour

Republic Day Parade begins at Kartavya Path amid patriotic fervour

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The grand Republic Day Parade commenced on Monday morning at Kartavya Path, marking the start of nationwide celebrations for India’s 77th Republic Day. The ceremony opened with stirring patriotic tunes and a spectacular displays, drawing enthusiastic cheers from spectators lining the historic boulevard. https://youtu.be/wfUmNyo6y64 Marching contingents from the Army, Navy and Air Force, and vibrant tableaux representing India’s diverse cultural heritage and developmental achievements are set to give goosebumps. The parade also features displays of advanced defence equipment and aerial formations by the Indian Air Force, underscoring the country’s growing strategic capabilities. This year’s celebrations are…
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India celebrates 77th Republic Day with majestic parade, PM Modi calls for unity and progress

India celebrates 77th Republic Day with majestic parade, PM Modi calls for unity and progress

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India commemorated its 77th Republic Day on Monday with elaborate ceremonies across the nation, reaffirming the values of democracy, unity and constitutional governance that define the country. The main celebrations took place along Kartavya Path in the national capital, drawing thousands of spectators and millions of viewers nationwide. Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted citizens on the occasion, encouraging people to channel renewed enthusiasm toward the goal of national development. In a message posted on X, he said the historic day should serve as a reminder of shared responsibilities and collective purpose. “Greetings to all on Republic…
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Senator pushes for Canadian-run airport fast-track program to replace reliance on Nexus

Senator pushes for Canadian-run airport fast-track program to replace reliance on Nexus

OTTAWA (Rajeev Sharma): With fewer Canadians flying south of the border, a senator from Alberta is urging Ottawa to develop a homegrown airport screening fast-pass program that would allow travellers to bypass long security lines without relying on a U.S.-run system. Sen. Paula Simons introduced a motion in the Senate last fall calling for the creation of a Canadian-controlled trusted traveller initiative. The proposal aims to provide quicker security clearance at domestic airports while removing dependence on the binational Nexus program. “It’s rare for a country to hand over such a critical part of its airport screening process to another…
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