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10 Jan

Canadian Job Market Sees Modest Gains in December; Unemployment Edges Up

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s labour market added a modest 8,200 jobs in December, according to Statistics Canada, while the national unemployment rate rose to 6.8 per cent, up from 6.5 per cent in November. The increase in the jobless rate reflects more Canadians entering the labour force, a sign of growing confidence among job seekers. The December figures follow three months of robust hiring, with the economy adding 181,000 positions from September through November. Earlier in 2025, job growth had stalled due to trade uncertainties and U.S. tariffs. RBC assistant chief economist Nathan Janzen described the higher participation rate as…

10 Jan

Alberta Launches Public Portal for Proposed BC Bitumen Pipeline

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta government has unveiled a new online platform to provide information on its proposed bitumen pipeline to northwest British Columbia, highlighting a commitment to transparency and public engagement. The website aims to clarify common misconceptions about the project, including rumors that construction has already started, that Alberta is fully funding the pipeline, or that a route has been finalized. In reality, the province has dedicated $14 million to early-stage planning and is seeking private-sector leadership alongside partnerships with Indigenous communities. Officials said the pipeline could transport up to one million barrels of crude per day to…

10 Jan

Alberta Premier Urges Ottawa to Fast-Track Major Energy Projects Amid Global Oil Shifts

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to accelerate federal approvals for major energy projects, calling for applications to be green-lit within six months rather than the current two-year target. In a letter shared publicly on Friday, Smith highlighted recent developments in Venezuela, including the capture of President Nicolas Maduro and U.S. plans to boost Venezuelan oil production, as a key reason for speeding up Canadian approvals. “Renewed Venezuelan crude production will compete directly with Canadian heavy oil for limited refinery capacity,” Smith wrote, noting that delays could risk Canada’s market share and investment…

10 Jan

British Columbia Sees Above-Average Snow Levels as Winter Progresses

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British Columbia (Rajeev Sharma): British Columbia’s snow pack is off to a strong start this year, with levels slightly above the seasonal average, according to the province’s latest snow survey and water supply bulletin. Issued on January 9, the report indicates that the provincial snow pack stands at 107 per cent of normal levels for this time of year, compared with 87 per cent on January 1, 2025. Regional variations are significant. While the South Coast basin and Vancouver Island are below average—at 67 per cent and 58 per cent, respectively—the Central Coast, Similkameen, and Nechako regions are well above…

10 Jan

Ontario Sues Keel Digital Solutions for Over $25 Million, Alleges Fraud in Skills Development Fund

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Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): The Ontario government has launched a lawsuit against Keel Digital Solutions and its subsidiary Get A-Head Inc., accusing the company of inflating student counselling figures and seeking to recover more than $25 million in public funds. The legal action, filed Wednesday in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, claims that between 2022 and 2025, the company submitted misleading reports that resulted in substantial overpayments under a student mental health program. According to the lawsuit, Keel reported far higher numbers of counselling sessions than were actually delivered. The province alleges that the company counted sessions with non-students, mock…

10 Jan

ASBL Spectra in Financial District Introduces 'No Registration & No GST' Scheme for Ready-to-Move-in Homes in Hyderabad

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ASBL Spectra, a premium ready-to-move in gated community in Hyderabad’s Financial District, has announced an innovative homebuying initiative with the launch of its ‘No Registration & No GST’ scheme. The scheme eliminates upfront GST and registration charges for buyers, significantly reducing the immediate financial burden associated with purchasing a ready-to-move-in home. A Ready to Move In Home Where You Don’t Pay GST or Registration: ASBL Spectra Located in Financial District, one of Hyderabad’s most sought-after residential and commercial hubs, ASBL Spectra is addressing one of the biggest challenges faced by homebuyers today. While many buyers have strong income…

10 Jan

PayG Secures RBI Approval for Offline and Cross-Border Payment Aggregation – A Key Milestone in Its Payment Journey

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PayG, a leading homegrown payment gateway, is proud to announce that it has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as an Offline and Cross-Border Payment Aggregator. With this approval, PayG has completed its full suite of Payment Aggregator (PA) licenses, enabling it to facilitate digital payments across online, offline (in-person) and international use cases under RBI’s regulatory framework. The approval enables PayG to support a comprehensive range of payment use cases through a single, compliant platform. These include processing online payments, enabling offline and in-store transactions through POS, QR and device-based solutions and handling…

10 Jan

Founder's Day Celebrations Held at REVA University

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Premier educational institution REVA University hosted ‘Founder’s Day’ at the REVA University campus on January 6, 2026. The annual event was held on the occasion of the birthday of Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Chancellor, REVA University. Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, Former Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force; Nirupama Menon Rao, Indian Diplomat, Former Foreign Secretary and Ambassador and Jayasudha, Indian Actress, were honoured with the prestigious REVA Lifetime Achievement Award. Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, former Chief of the Air Staff, receives the REVA Lifetime Achievement Award from Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Chancellor,…

10 Jan

Crompton Energion Makes Everyday Mobile Charging Easier And Safer

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When fast charging has become a daily necessity, why should consumers still compromise on safety and reliability? As smartphones, tablets and multiple connected devices power productivity, connectivity and entertainment through the day, slow or inconsistent charging directly disrupts everyday life. Responding to this reality, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. announces the launch of Crompton Energion mobile chargers and power banks, extending its engineering expertise into the mobile accessories category. Crompton Energion Mobile Charger and Power Bank Today’s digitally connected consumers demand charging across devices, locations and routines. Yet safety anxiety around chargers and power banks remains high, particularly where…

10 Jan

Bengaluru's Spread Design and Innovation Marks a Decade of Imagination with Red Dot Design Award 2025 Win

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Bengaluru-based radical business and creative consulting organisation Spread Design and Innovation has brought home one of the world’s most prestigious honours - the Red Dot Design Award 2025 in the Brands and Communication Design category as it celebrates a decade of imagination design. Spread Design and Innovation wins the Red Dot 2025 for brand design & identity, for its compelling work on brand, communication and experience design for ICB (Indian Craft Brewery) Spread has received this global recognition for its compelling and ingenious work on brand, communication, and experience design for ICB Indian Craft Brewery, a Bengaluru-based microbrewery that reimagines…