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Alberta Expands School Meal Program with $43 Million Investment to Support Students

Alberta Expands School Meal Program with $43 Million Investment to Support Students

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Thousands more students across Alberta are set to benefit from expanded access to healthy school meals as the provincial and federal governments move ahead with the next phase of the Canada-Alberta National School Food Program. The two governments have confirmed action plans for the second and third years of the agreement, backed by nearly $43 million in joint funding aimed at strengthening school nutrition programs across the province. The initiative seeks to ensure that more children begin their school day with nutritious meals, improving both learning outcomes and overall well-being. Under the renewed funding framework, more than…
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ASIRT Launches Probe Into Fatal Calgary Police Shooting on Deerfoot Trail

ASIRT Launches Probe Into Fatal Calgary Police Shooting on Deerfoot Trail

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has opened an investigation into a fatal police shooting involving members of the Calgary Police Service following a confrontation with a woman on Deerfoot Trail last weekend. According to preliminary information, officers were dispatched on June 21 after receiving reports of an erratic driver near the Deerfoot Meadows shopping district. Police located the compact SUV travelling northbound on Deerfoot Trail and brought it to a stop between Memorial Drive East and 16 Avenue N.E. at approximately 5:30 p.m. To secure the scene, officers halted traffic in the northbound lanes before…
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Five GTA Men Face Trial in Alleged Kidnapping and Attempted Murder at Abandoned Orillia Gas Station

Five GTA Men Face Trial in Alleged Kidnapping and Attempted Murder at Abandoned Orillia Gas Station

Orillia, Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Five men from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are facing trial after being charged in connection with the alleged kidnapping and attempted murder of a Mississauga man at an abandoned gas station in downtown Orillia. According to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the incident occurred on September 27, 2025, when officers responded to a report of suspicious activity at a vacant gas station located at the corner of Colborne Street East and Peter Street South. Police found a man bound and suffering from serious injuries. The victim was transported to hospital for emergency treatment and survived…
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US Hits Iranian Defence Facilities After Hormuz Shipping Attack, Tensions Escalate Again

US Hits Iranian Defence Facilities After Hormuz Shipping Attack, Tensions Escalate Again

Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh military action by the United States has intensified tensions with Iran after American forces carried out precision strikes on multiple Iranian defence installations in response to an alleged drone attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. The US military said the operation targeted missile storage sites, drone facilities and coastal surveillance radar systems that it believes were linked to the attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely. The vessel was reportedly struck while sailing close to the Omani coastline after leaving the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest…
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G-SHOCK Strengthens Retail Footprint with the Launch of its Flagship Exclusive Store on Mumbai's Iconic Linking Road

G-SHOCK Strengthens Retail Footprint with the Launch of its Flagship Exclusive Store on Mumbai's Iconic Linking Road

Casio Computer Co. Ltd, headquartered in Japan and the parent company of Casio India, launches its flagship G-SHOCK Exclusive Store in Mumbai, Maharashtra. This milestone marks a significant step in the brand’s ongoing efforts to expand its retail footprint across India, strengthening its presence to a total of 12 stores in Maharashtra and 8 stores in Mumbai.   G-SHOCK Linking Road store, Mumbai   Strategically located on Linking Road in Santacruz West, one of Mumbai’s most vibrant and prominent high-street retail destinations, the new G-SHOCK Exclusive Store spans an expansive 890 sq. ft. carpet area. Surrounded by leading global and…
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Fleet Management Champions 'Silent' Seafarers Navigating Rising Geopolitical Tensions

Fleet Management Champions 'Silent' Seafarers Navigating Rising Geopolitical Tensions

Hong Kong To mark the International Day of the Seafarer, Fleet Management Limited (Fleet Management) has called for greater global recognition of the “silent professionals” keeping global supply chains moving, alongside the launch of “Pulse,” its new seafarer app designed to provide continuous, practical support at sea.    Fleet Management Champions 'Silent' Seafarers Navigating Rising Geopolitical Tensions   As tensions ease across key corridors such as the Strait of Hormuz, Fleet Management supports renewed multilateral efforts to address a troubling pattern in which seafarers, as civilians, are repeatedly exposed to conflict, and to ensure they are protected from its human cost.…
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Manipal University Jaipur Advances Global Standing in THE Impact Rankings 2026, Secures 201–300 Band Worldwide

Manipal University Jaipur Advances Global Standing in THE Impact Rankings 2026, Secures 201–300 Band Worldwide

Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) has achieved a significant milestone in global higher education by securing a position in the 201–300 band in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026, marking a substantial improvement from its 301–400 band ranking in 2025. The achievement highlights the university’s growing contribution towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through excellence in research, innovation, community engagement, and sustainable practices.   Manipal University Jaipur's position in Times Higher Education - THE Impact Rankings 2026   The Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings assess universities across the world based on their commitment and contributions…
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PNB MetLife records 99.81 percent Individual Claim Settlement Ratio in FY26

PNB MetLife, one of India’s leading life insurers, delivered strong claims settlement performance in the financial year 2025–26, achieving a 99.81% Individual and 99.70% Group claim settlement ratio, reinforcing its commitment to supporting customers when it matters the most. During FY26, the company settled 6,188 individual claims amounting to Rs. 526.62 crore and 6,868 group claims totaling Rs. 502.69 crore. Speed of service remained a key strength: 99.98% of claims were settled within 30 days of receipt of all required documents, 95% within seven days, and 35% within just one day. PNB MetLife also strengthened its claims experience with ‘Claims…
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Bisleri Comes Onboard as Official Hydration Partner for HSBC Rugby Premier League

Bisleri Comes Onboard as Official Hydration Partner for HSBC Rugby Premier League

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water company, has announced a three-year association with the HSBC Rugby Premier League (RPL) as the league’s Official Hydration Partner. Through the partnership, Bisleri will support hydration requirements for national and international men’s and women’s players participating in the HSBC Rugby Premier League over the next three seasons, beginning with Season 2.   Bisleri Comes Onboard as Official Hydration Partner for HSBC Rugby Premier League   As Bisleri continues to strengthen its presence across sporting platforms in India, the partnership reinforces the brand’s focus on athlete wellness and deeper consumer engagement through high-impact sporting…
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NIA Charges 11 in Alleged IMK Radicalisation Network, Probe Reveals Multi-State Conspiracy

NIA Charges 11 in Alleged IMK Radicalisation Network, Probe Reveals Multi-State Conspiracy

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has intensified its crackdown on alleged extremist activities by filing a chargesheet against 11 individuals accused of being part of a terror conspiracy linked to Iman Mahmudur Kafia (IMK), a faction associated with the banned Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). The chargesheet has been submitted before the NIA Special Court in Guwahati under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). According to investigators, the accused were allegedly involved in efforts to establish and expand the outfit's influence in West Bengal and several northeastern states,…
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