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13 Jul

Danielle Smith Defends Alberta’s School Library Policy, Says ‘Pornography is a Problem’ for Youth

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Canada

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Premier Danielle Smith has doubled down on her government’s controversial decision to remove sexually explicit material from Alberta school libraries, saying the move is necessary to protect children from being exposed to inappropriate content. Speaking on her province-wide radio show, Your Province, Your Premier, Smith responded to criticism suggesting education funding and classroom overcrowding should take precedence over library book content. Smith acknowledged the importance of broader education concerns but insisted that shielding young children from pornographic material is also a vital issue. “Pornography is a problem for young adults,” she said. “If I can’t describe some…

13 Jul

Mark Carney Vows to Defend Canadian Workers as Trump Threatens 35% Tariffs on Imports

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Trending, World NewsCanada, Mark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday pledged to stand firm in defense of Canadian workers and businesses as the August 1 deadline looms for sweeping new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a dramatic escalation in duties on a wide range of Canadian imports, hiking tariffs to 35%, intensifying trade tensions between the two allies. In a post shared on the social media platform X, Carney emphasized Canada’s commitment to protecting its economic sovereignty and workforce amid the ongoing dispute. “Throughout the current trade negotiations with the United…

12 Jul

Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke Urges Social Media Crackdown After Kap’s Café Shooting

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingBrenda Locke, Kapil Sharma

Surrey, BC (Richa Walia): In the wake of a disturbing shooting incident at the popular Kap’s Café in Surrey, Mayor Brenda Locke has issued an urgent public appeal to major social media companies to take decisive action against the spread of violent criminal content online. The shooting, which occurred earlier this week, was not only a physical attack but also a digital spectacle, as the alleged perpetrator filmed and posted the act online. Mayor Locke described the incident as a calculated attempt to instill fear across the community. "That fear is real," she stated, recalling her visit to the café…

12 Jul

India first country to launch a Traditional Knowledge Digital Library: WHO

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealth, India, TrendingIndia, WHO

New Delhi (National Times): In a significant milestone for global healthcare innovation, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released a technical brief titled "Mapping the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Traditional Medicine", acknowledging India’s pioneering efforts in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with traditional medicine systems, particularly Ayush systems. The release follows India’s proposal on the subject, leading to the development of WHO’s first-ever roadmap for applying AI in traditional medicine. India’s efforts to harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to advance and amplify the strengths of its Ayush systems reflect the broader vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra…

12 Jul

Young people are playing a significant role in nation-building: PM Modi at Rozgar Mela

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingNarendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Rozgar Mela and distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly appointed youth in various Government departments and organizations via videoconferencing today. Addressing the gathering, he emphasized that today marks the beginning of new responsibilities for these youth in different departments of the Government of India. He congratulated the young individuals on beginning their service in various departments, emphasizing that despite different roles, their common goal is national service, guided by the principle of "Citizen First." The Prime Minister emphasized the unmatched strengths of India’s demographic and democratic foundations. He underlined that India, with…

12 Jul

Airline Pilots’ Association of India Raises Concern Over AI 171 Crash Report, Cites Bias and Lack of Transparency

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingAhmedabad, Air Inidia

New Delhi: (National Times): The Airline Pilots' Association of India (ALPAI) has strongly criticized the preliminary report issued by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) regarding the tragic crash of Air India flight AI 171 on June 12 in Ahmedabad. In a firm statement released on Saturday, the pilots’ body alleged the report appears to be skewed toward blaming pilot error and lacks essential transparency. "The tone and direction of the investigation suggest a bias toward pilot error. We categorically reject this presumption and insist on a fair, fact-based inquiry," the Association stated. The AAIB's preliminary 15-page report was released…

12 Jul

Alberta Leads Canada in Job Growth with 51,000 Full-Time Jobs Added in June: Minister Schow

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta, Canada

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s economy continues its upward momentum, with the province adding over 51,000 full-time jobs in June 2025, according to the latest Labour Force Survey. Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, Joseph Schow, released an official statement on Friday highlighting the impressive employment gains and Alberta’s strengthening economic position. “Alberta is leading Canada in job growth,” said Minister Schow. “With changes in part-time jobs included, we’re seeing a net increase of 30,000 jobs across the province. This is welcome news and further proof that our economic strategy is delivering results.” The significant surge in full-time employment contributed…

12 Jul

Edmonton Athletics Invitational: Top track stars race to Edmonton

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Sports, TrendingEdmonton

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The best track and field athletes from around the world will hit the ground running at the Edmonton Athletics Invitational. Olympic-level athletes, coaches and officials will take to the track at the Edmonton Athletics Invitational on July 13. With athletes from 15 countries travelling to Edmonton’s Foote Field, the invitational is expected to bring more than 3,000 spectators and generate about $1.1 million for Edmonton’s economy as participants book hotels, shop and dine at local businesses and restaurants. Through the Major Sport Event grant program, Alberta’s government is supporting the Edmonton Athletics Invitational with $150,000 in funding. This…

12 Jul

Building affordable homes for Albertans

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingAlberta

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada and Alberta are investing a record of more than $203 million to build thousands of new affordable housing units across the province. Every Albertan deserves to have access to housing options that meet their needs and budgets. As a key part of the province’s 10-year Stronger Foundations plan to provide Albertans with safe, stable, affordable housing, Alberta’s government launched the Affordable Housing Partnership Program in 2022. Through the latest round of Affordable Housing Partnership Program intakes, more than $203 million in joint provincial and federal funding has been committed to support the construction of new affordable…

12 Jul

Punjab Police Officer Daljit Singh Rana Breaks Javelin Record at International Police Games in USA

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSports, Trending, World NewsDaljit Singh Rana, USA

Rupnagar/Atlanta (National Times): In a moment of immense pride for India and Punjab, Senior Punjab Police officer S. Daljit Singh Rana has shattered a long-standing javelin throw record at the prestigious International Police Games held in Atlanta, USA, on July 1, 2025. The feat, which saw him break the previous record set in 2005, not only elevated the stature of Punjab Police on a global platform but also brought international recognition to the Rupnagar district, the sacred region of Shri Anandpur Sahib, and his native village Dabur. Lauding the remarkable achievement, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains expressed his admiration,…