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Trump Says US Will Oversee Venezuela After Maduro’s Ouster, Eyes Oil Exports

Trump Says US Will Oversee Venezuela After Maduro’s Ouster, Eyes Oil Exports

Washington/Caracas (Rajeev Sharma): In an unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves across the region, US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States would temporarily assume control of Venezuela following the removal of President Nicolás Maduro, with plans to revive and utilise the country’s vast oil resources. The announcement came hours after a covert military operation led to Maduro and his wife being taken into US custody and flown out of Venezuela. Trump described the action as part of a broader effort to stabilise the country, combat drug trafficking and restructure its collapsing energy sector. He said Washington…
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Tensions Soar as Trump Claims Maduro Captured Following Caracas Explosions

Tensions Soar as Trump Claims Maduro Captured Following Caracas Explosions

Caracas/Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The political crisis in Venezuela escalated sharply on Saturday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife had been captured and removed from the country, following a series of explosions in the capital and nearby states. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that the United States had conducted a “large-scale strike” against Venezuela, successfully apprehending Maduro and his spouse. The announcement immediately drew global attention, though independent verification of the claims has not yet been confirmed. Venezuelan authorities reported that attacks occurred in Caracas as well as in the…
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Venezuela Imposes Emergency Status After Pre-Dawn Disturbances in Capital

Venezuela Imposes Emergency Status After Pre-Dawn Disturbances in Capital

Caracas (Rajeev Sharma): The Venezuelan government moved swiftly to impose emergency measures early Saturday after a series of loud explosions and reports of aircraft flying at low altitude unsettled large parts of Caracas, sharply escalating tensions with the United States. Officials said the incidents occurred around 2 am, when multiple blasts were heard across the capital. Witnesses described seeing smoke billowing from a hangar at a military air facility, while another defence-related site in the city experienced a sudden loss of electricity. In several districts, residents poured into the streets amid confusion and fear. In an official communiqué, authorities accused…
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Fresh Searches Launched by SIT in Probe Into Disappearance of Sacred Saroops

Fresh Searches Launched by SIT in Probe Into Disappearance of Sacred Saroops

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Stepping up its investigation into the missing saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Tuesday carried out search operations at several locations across Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh. Officials said the coordinated exercise covered about 15 premises in Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Ropar and Chandigarh. The locations included homes and workplaces associated with 16 persons who are under scrutiny in connection with the case involving the disappearance of 328 saroops. Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar, who is closely monitoring the investigation, confirmed the development and said the SIT was proceeding in…
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Calgary Flooded and Parched: Smith Blames Nenshi for City’s Water Disaster

Calgary Flooded and Parched: Smith Blames Nenshi for City’s Water Disaster

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has publicly blamed former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi for the city’s ongoing water system failures, saying years of neglect under his leadership contributed to the latest crisis. The Bearspaw South Feeder Main, which delivers about 60% of Calgary’s treated water, ruptured for the second time in less than two years, flooding streets and forcing thousands of residents to adhere to water restrictions. Some areas remain under boil-water advisories, and city officials are urging continued conservation. “This is not just an accident, it’s the result of years of insufficient maintenance and inspections under the…
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From Rising Digestive Disorders to Comprehensive Care Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani launches Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences

From Rising Digestive Disorders to Comprehensive Care Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani launches Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences

With digestive disorders emerging as one of the most common yet under-addressed health concerns in India, Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, announced the launch of the Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences, a specialised clinical initiative focused on coordinated, evidence-based care for gastrointestinal and liver diseases, alongside preventive and lifestyle-oriented interventions.   L-R: Dr Sathish Kumar Anandan, Dr M. A. Arvind, Dr Iyappan Ponnuswamy, Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Dr Pandurangan Basumani, Dr D Thennarasu, Dr T K Anand, Dr Swati Raju   Digestive health issues affect a significant proportion of the Indian population. According to a nationwide survey, nearly 7 in 10 urban Indians (around…
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Ontario Police Investigate Fatal Shooting on Walpole Island First Nation

Ontario Police Investigate Fatal Shooting on Walpole Island First Nation

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported that a 29-year-old was found dead from gunshot wounds on the Walpole Island First Nation near the Canada-U.S. border on New Year’s Day. Authorities said they were called to a disturbance shortly after 8 a.m. at the First Nation community, located approximately 120 kilometres east of Windsor, Ontario, near Michigan. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the individual had died at the scene. One person has been taken into custody in connection with the incident. The Walpole Island Police Service is assisting the OPP with the investigation. No further information about the circumstances of…
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Air India Pilot Removed from Duty After Alcohol Breach at Vancouver Airport

Air India Pilot Removed from Duty After Alcohol Breach at Vancouver Airport

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Air Canada’s transport regulator has asked Air India to conduct a thorough investigation after a pilot reportedly arrived for duty under the influence of alcohol, failing two breathalyzer tests at Vancouver International Airport. The incident caused a last-minute delay to a Vancouver–Delhi flight on December 23. The pilot was asked to leave the aircraft, and Canadian authorities performed breath tests that the pilot did not pass, a source familiar with the matter said, requesting anonymity. Transport Canada described the episode as “serious” in a letter to the airline and indicated that enforcement actions could follow depending on…
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Thousands Welcome New Year with Devotion at Calgary Temples

Thousands Welcome New Year with Devotion at Calgary Temples

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The New Year was celebrated with great devotion and community participation at the ISKCON Calgary Temple – Radha Madhav Cultural Association (RMCA), and the Hindu Society of Calgary, as thousands of devotees gathered to offer prayers and seek blessings on December 31 and January 1, 2026. ISKCON Calgary Temple – Radha Madhav Cultural Association Hosts New Year’s Eve Program The ISKCON Calgary Temple , Radha Madhav Cultural Association (RMCA) organized a special New Year’s Eve program on December 31, from 6:00 PM to midnight. The program featured devotional kirtan, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere, followed by…
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Fresh Wave of Economic Protests Shakes Iran, Leaving Seven Dead

Fresh Wave of Economic Protests Shakes Iran, Leaving Seven Dead

Iran (Rajeev Sharma): Iran is witnessing a renewed surge of public unrest as demonstrations driven by economic hardship spread beyond major cities, resulting in at least seven deaths over the past two days, officials and independent monitors said. The incidents mark the most serious escalation since protests began earlier this week over inflation, job insecurity and the plunging value of the national currency. While gatherings in Tehran appeared to lose momentum, unrest intensified in provincial towns, particularly in western and southern regions populated largely by the Lur ethnic community. Fatal incidents were reported from four separate locations between Wednesday and…
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