Trending Archives - Page 26 of 373

11 Jun

Canadian Police Officer of Punjabi Heritage Killed While Attempting to Stop Escaping Suspect

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic incident in Canada has claimed the life of a young police officer of Punjabi origin after he was allegedly struck by a fleeing suspect during an attempted arrest, sending shockwaves through the law enforcement community and the Indian diaspora. The officer, identified as Tarun Bali, 29, was part of a police team attempting to intercept 18-year-old Zonathan Mignalt, who had reportedly escaped from custody while receiving treatment at a hospital. Authorities said officers moved quickly to stop the suspect before he could flee the area. Investigators stated that spike strips were deployed in an effort…

11 Jun

Rain, Thunderstorm Activity to Intensify Across Punjab; Hail Warning Issued as Weather Turns Unstable

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After days of scorching temperatures, Punjab and the Chandigarh region are set to witness a spell of unstable weather, with the Meteorological Department forecasting rain, thunderstorms and hailstorms in several districts until June 14. The changing weather pattern is expected to provide some respite from the prevailing heat, although authorities have advised people to remain alert during storm activity. A fresh weather alert has also been issued for Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula, where intermittent rainfall is expected over the next few hours. Light showers have already been reported from parts of Mohali, signalling the arrival of the…

11 Jun

Government Grants Excise Duty Exemption on Additional Ethanol-Petrol Blends to Promote Biofuel Adoption

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingEthanol

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant policy step aimed at strengthening India's biofuel programme, the Central Government has announced central excise duty exemptions for several higher ethanol-petrol blends, paving the way for wider use of cleaner transportation fuels. As per a notification issued by the Ministry of Finance, petrol blended with 22 per cent, 25 per cent, 27 per cent and 30 per cent ethanol will now attract nil central excise duty, subject to compliance with the quality standards prescribed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The notification expands the existing framework for ethanol-blended fuels by adding new…

11 Jun

Pentagon Escalates Pressure on Iran, Says Fresh US Strikes Aim to Strengthen Diplomatic Leverage

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has carried out a new series of military strikes against targets in Iran, with officials describing the operation as a defensive response to threats against American personnel and commercial shipping operating in regional waters. US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that the strikes were conducted following orders from Commander-in-Chief Donald Trump, citing ongoing security concerns and repeated hostile actions attributed to Iran. Ahead of the operation, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth made it clear that Washington was prepared to increase military pressure while leaving the door open for negotiations. He said Iran still has an…

11 Jun

Donald Trump Highlights Secret Maritime Mission, Claims US Ensured Safe Oil Flow Through Hormuz

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has claimed that a covert military operation authorised by his administration helped secure the Strait of Hormuz and ensured the uninterrupted movement of global energy supplies through one of the world's most strategically important waterways. In a statement posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said he had instructed the US military last month to undertake a confidential mission aimed at protecting oil tankers and commercial vessels operating in the region. According to the President, the operation enabled more than 100 million barrels of crude oil to transit safely through the…

11 Jun

Fourth Suspect Arrested in Ogden Homicide Case Following Cross-Provincial Police Operation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingOgden Homicide Case

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Calgary Police have confirmed a significant development in the Ogden homicide investigation with the arrest of a fourth suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting last year in southeast Calgary. The incident dates back to Wednesday, December 10, 2025, when officers responded at approximately 12:30 a.m. to reports of gunfire in the 7000 block of 20 Street S.E. Upon arrival, police discovered a man deceased outside his vehicle. As the investigation advanced, three suspects one youth and two adult males were previously charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Police continued efforts to…

11 Jun

Donald Trump Reiterates Tough Iran Stand, Credits Pakistan in India Conflict Mediation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has once again defended his administration's hardline approach toward Iran while claiming that Pakistan played a role in encouraging diplomatic engagement with Tehran. Speaking to reporters, Trump also asserted that his intervention helped prevent a possible military confrontation between India and Pakistan from escalating into a nuclear conflict. Highlighting America's military capabilities, Trump described the US armed forces as the strongest in the world and said Washington had temporarily eased pressure on Iran following a request from Pakistan. According to him, Islamabad has maintained communication channels with Tehran and continues to encourage a…

10 Jun

Pakistan Army Mi-17 Helicopter Crashes in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, Crew Feared Dead

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsPakistan

Muzaffarabad (Rajeev Sharma): A Pakistan Army helicopter crashed in the mountainous region near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Wednesday, leaving all onboard personnel dead, according to military authorities. The aircraft, an Mi-17 transport helicopter operated by the Pakistan Army Aviation unit, reportedly went down shortly after take-off. Officials said the incident appears to have been triggered by a technical malfunction during the early phase of flight. In a short statement, the military confirmed that there were no survivors from the crash. However, it did not immediately release details regarding the number of personnel who were travelling on the aircraft. Soon…

10 Jun

Punjab Steps Up Financial Offensive Against Drug Trade, Targets Hawala Network in Special Drive

darshan singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Seeking to choke off the financial lifelines of narcotics trafficking, Punjab Police has launched a dedicated three-day operation across the state aimed at identifying and acting against hawala operators allegedly linked to the illegal drug economy. The campaign forms the latest phase of the state's ongoing anti-drug initiative, Yudh Nashian Virudh, which has increasingly focused on tracking the money generated through drug trafficking rather than limiting action solely to the seizure of narcotics. Police officials said underground financial channels have long been used to move proceeds from the drug trade, helping criminal networks conceal earnings and fund…

10 Jun

Cabinet Celebrates Historic Tenure as PM Modi Becomes Longest-Serving Elected Prime Minister

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingPM Modi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reached a landmark in Indian political history, becoming the country's longest-serving elected Prime Minister. The occasion was marked by the Union Cabinet through a special resolution and a standing ovation during its meeting at Sewa Teerth. Ministers acknowledged the achievement as Modi completed 4,399 days in office as an elected Prime Minister, moving ahead of Jawaharlal Nehru's record of 4,398 days. Nehru had led the country from 1952 until his death in 1964, while Modi has remained in office since first taking charge on May 26, 2014. The Cabinet resolution…