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02 Sep

Alberta Voters Face New Rules as Referendum Special Ballots Begin Mailing

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Elections Alberta has started mailing special ballot packages to voters ahead of the province’s October 19, 2026, referendum, while reminding Albertans that several voting procedures have changed since the 2023 provincial election. The agency said it has received about 225,000 special ballot requests, nearly four times the 59,589 requests recorded during the 2023 Provincial General Election. Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure is urging voters who plan to vote by mail to apply early and return their completed packages as soon as possible. Elections Alberta must receive special ballots by 5 p.m. on October 16. Changes voters should know Amendments to…

02 Sep

Alberta Announces Record $10.8 Billion Education Investment as Students Return to Class

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta students are heading back to school with the province announcing a record $10.8 billion investment in education aimed at hiring more teachers, expanding classroom support and creating additional student spaces. The funding represents an increase of more than seven per cent and comes as Alberta's school system continues to experience rapid enrolment growth. Nearly 90,000 additional students have entered the province's schools over the past four years, putting pressure on classrooms and existing resources. Premier Danielle Smith said the latest investment responds to concerns raised by parents and teachers about the need for additional support in schools. More teachers and classroom…

02 Sep

Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma Makes History as First Woman Non-Medical Officer to Reach Rank

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma has marked a significant milestone in the history of India’s Armed Forces by becoming the first woman officer from the non-medical stream in the Indian Defence Services to attain the rank of Air Vice Marshal. Sharma has taken charge as the Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education), adding another landmark achievement to her career spanning nearly three decades of service. Her elevation is being viewed as an important moment for women in the armed forces and a reflection of the expanding role of women in leadership positions within India’s defence…

02 Sep

Canada Raises Financial Requirement for New International Students, Shrinks Immigration Pathways

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Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has tightened the rules for new international students, increasing the amount of money applicants must demonstrate for living expenses while also placing limits on the number of temporary residents entering the country. The changes are expected to create additional challenges for students from Punjab who are planning to pursue education in Canada. From September 1, students applying for study permits outside Quebec must now demonstrate access to $23,448 for living expenses, compared with the previous requirement of $22,895. Applicants must also show that they can cover their tuition fees and travel costs. The changes come as…

02 Sep

Fifth Indian Air Force Aircraft Heads to Nepal With Rescue Team and Medical Supplies

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India has stepped up its humanitarian assistance to Nepal, with a fifth Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft departing for the neighbouring country carrying a specialised rescue team and essential medical supplies. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said the aircraft is transporting an 11-member rescue team equipped with specialised equipment, along with 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines. The latest deployment is part of India’s ongoing rescue and relief operations in Nepal. The aircraft, an IAF C-130J, has been tasked with delivering relief materials while also carrying personnel involved in rescue and humanitarian operations. The mission comes as…

02 Sep

Himachal Pradesh Monsoon Death Toll Climbs to 259, Damage Crosses Rs 1,200 Crore

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh has recorded 259 deaths during the ongoing monsoon season, with losses to public and private property estimated at more than Rs 1,200 crore, according to figures released by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC). The data covers the 64-day period from June 30 to September 1 and highlights the severe impact of rain-related disasters and road accidents across the hill state. Of the total fatalities, 106 were linked to incidents triggered by heavy rain and other natural disasters. Landslides claimed 18 lives, while 13 people died after being swept away or drowning. Road accidents emerged…

02 Sep

VERO MODA Launches the Marilyn Monroe Capsule Collection

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Some icons never fade, they evolve. This season, VERO MODA, one of India's leading fashion brands, celebrates the 100-year legacy of global icon Marilyn Monroe through an exclusive capsule collection that reimagines one of fashion and pop culture's most legendary figures for the modern woman. The collection launches on 1st September 2026. Vero Moda x Marilyn Monroe Decades after she first captivated the world, Marilyn Monroe remains a symbol of confidence, individuality and effortless glamour. Long before the age of social media, she defined what it meant to be an icon with magnetic presence and fearless femininity continuing to…

02 Sep

5 Ways to Add More Nutrition to Your Diet this National Nutrition Month

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Let’s be honest, by this time of the year, many of us are starting to slack on our health-focused resolutions. However, September is National Nutrition Month, so it’s the perfect time to re-focus on those nutrition goals we may have let fall away. Feel a little overwhelmed by the idea of adding “nutrition” to your diet? You’re not alone. We’re here to help guide you with five easy steps to make that goal more achievable. 1. Eat More Plants You don’t have to cut out animal products from your diet to be healthy, but the Dietary Guidelines recommend…

02 Sep

GoCredit Launches Free Loan App Checker to Verify If a Lending App Is Real, Fake or RBI Registered

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GoCredit today launched a free loan app checker that tells any borrower in seconds whether the lending app on their phone is real, fake, or operated by an RBI-registered lender. The tool is live at gocredit.money/loan-app and answers a question millions of Indians currently settle by guesswork: is this loan app safe to use? GoCredit's free Loan App Checker names the RBI-regulated lender behind any lending app, from RBI's official directory of 1,024 digital lending apps A borrower types the app’s name. The free loan app safety checker searches it against the Reserve Bank of India’s public directory…

02 Sep

Bangalore Watch Company Debuts at Geneva Watch Days

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Bangalore Watch Company will make its debut at Geneva Watch Days 2026, becoming the first Indian independent watch brand to participate at the event. The brand will host a private viewing for the international media, collectors, and the watchmaking community to showcase the latest novelties, including the Peninsula Carbon, which has made it to the longlist of Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), and Forty-Seven, the brand’s recent pocket watch. The gathering will offer guests an opportunity to experience the watches in person and hear directly from the founders about the ideas and stories behind them. Bangalore Watch Company x…