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Surrey Police Chief Responds to Shootings, Says Gang Enforcement Remains a Priority

Surrey Police Chief Responds to Shootings, Says Gang Enforcement Remains a Priority

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Police chief Norm Lipinski says recent shootings in Surrey are “deeply concerning” and reaffirmed that addressing gang violence and organized crime remains a top priority for the Surrey Police Service (SPS). In a detailed statement following recent violent incidents, Chief Lipinski said SPS temporarily reassigned its eight-member Gang Crime Unit to help tackle an unprecedented extortion crisis targeting businesses across Surrey and to manage pressures caused by the accelerated police transition from the RCMP to SPS. He clarified that the decision was made to respond to immediate public safety threats and “not to diminish gang enforcement.” According…
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CBI Probe Deepens After Surprise Searches at Punjab Vigilance Bureau

CBI Probe Deepens After Surprise Searches at Punjab Vigilance Bureau

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): A major corruption probe intensified in Punjab after the Central Bureau of Investigation conducted surprise searches at the state Vigilance Bureau headquarters and detained multiple individuals in connection with an alleged bribery deal. The late-night operation at the Mohali-based headquarters reportedly led to the questioning of O.P. Rana, a close aide to a senior vigilance official. Investigators returned to the premises again on Tuesday as part of an extended inquiry into suspected illegal financial dealings. The agency also carried out simultaneous searches at residential locations in Malout, where two alleged middlemen, Raghav Goyal and Vikas Goyal, were…
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Sanjeev Arora Moves High Court Against ED Detention, Calls Arrest Procedurally Flawed

Sanjeev Arora Moves High Court Against ED Detention, Calls Arrest Procedurally Flawed

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora has knocked on the doors of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate and seeking his release, alleging that the action was carried out in violation of legal procedure and constitutional safeguards. Arora, who was taken into custody on May 9 under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), has argued that his detention is unjustified and lacks valid legal grounds. In his plea, he contended that the arrest was executed without proper application of law and was contrary to the protections guaranteed under the…
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One Dead, Another Injured in Targeted Shooting at North Hill Co-op Parking Lot in Calgary

One Dead, Another Injured in Targeted Shooting at North Hill Co-op Parking Lot in Calgary

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A heavy police presence remains in northwest Calgary after a fatal shooting outside the North Hill Co-op on Monday evening. According to the Calgary Police Service, officers responded around 7:50 p.m. on May 11, 2026, to reports of gunshots in the parking lot of the grocery store located at 520 – 16 Avenue N.W. When officers arrived, two men were found suffering from gunshot wounds and were rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition. Police later confirmed that one of the victims has died. Investigators say the suspects fled the scene before police arrived and no arrests…
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Calgary to Celebrate Grand “Hariyali Celebration , Inspired by Rajasthan” on August 8

Calgary to Celebrate Grand “Hariyali Celebration , Inspired by Rajasthan” on August 8

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A vibrant evening of culture, tradition, music, and community spirit is coming to Calgary with the grand “Hariyali Celebration – Inspired by Rajasthan” on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the New Indo-Canadian Centre. Inspired by the traditional festival of Hariyali Teej, the celebration marks the joyful arrival of the monsoon season and honours the sacred bond of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. Guests can look forward to an evening filled with green-themed elegance, mehndi, music, cultural performances, and festive community celebrations inspired by the rich heritage of Rajasthan. Ritu K Sharma shared the information and said…
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Danielle Smith Says Alberta Separation Vote Still Uncertain

Danielle Smith Says Alberta Separation Vote Still Uncertain

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Danielle Smith said Monday that it is still unclear whether Alberta separation will appear as a referendum question in October, as the province waits on court rulings and committee reviews.Former deputy premier Thomas Lukaszuk’s “Forever Canadian” petition asks Albertans: “Do you agree that Alberta should remain within Canada?” The petition is currently being reviewed by an MLA committee to determine whether it should move to the legislature or a referendum. At the same time, Stay Free Alberta’s petition, led by Mitch Sylvestre, asks whether Alberta should leave Canada and become an independent state. More than 300,000 signatures…
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Punjab Tops National School Education Rankings, Surpasses Kerala in NITI Aayog Report

Punjab Tops National School Education Rankings, Surpasses Kerala in NITI Aayog Report

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab has emerged as the top-performing state in school education in the latest NITI Aayog Education Quality Report 2026, overtaking Kerala and several other leading states in the country. The state government has attributed the achievement to extensive reforms introduced in government schools over the past few years. Announcing the development, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said Punjab secured the number one position in primary and middle-level education, outperforming states such as Kerala, Maharashtra and Delhi. He described the achievement as a reflection of the state’s sustained efforts to strengthen the public education system and improve learning outcomes.…
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Himachal accident: Six killed, several injured as bus plunges into deep gorge in Chamba

Himachal accident: Six killed, several injured as bus plunges into deep gorge in Chamba

Gurpreet Singh :- At least six people were killed and several others injured after a tourist bus fell into a deep gorge near Kakira in Chowari subdivision of Chamba district during the early hours of Monday. The victims include five tourists from Gujarat and driver of the vehicle.  ਖ According to police, the accident occurred in the early hours of Monday on the Lahru-Dalhousie Road amid heavy rain and strong winds. Soon after receiving the information, police along with rescue teams reached the spot and launched elief operation.  The cause behind the tragic accident has not been ascertained yet.  Chamba…
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Punjab to Announce Civic Poll Schedule Today; Model Code of Conduct to Come into Immediate Effect

Punjab to Announce Civic Poll Schedule Today; Model Code of Conduct to Come into Immediate Effect

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab is set to enter election mode once again as the State Election Commission is scheduled to announce the poll schedule today for nine Municipal Corporations and 104 Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayats across the state. Official sources said the Model Code of Conduct will come into force immediately after the election programme is released later in the day, triggering heightened political activity across Punjab. The upcoming urban local body elections are being viewed as a crucial political test ahead of the Assembly elections due in the coming months. Political observers believe the civic polls could serve…
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PSEB Class 10 Results to Be Declared Today at 12:30 PM; Over 2.84 Lakh Students Await Outcome

PSEB Class 10 Results to Be Declared Today at 12:30 PM; Over 2.84 Lakh Students Await Outcome

Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) will declare the Class 10 examination results today at 12:30 PM. The results will be formally announced by the Board Chairman and subsequently uploaded on the board’s official website for students to access online. Anticipation remains high among students and parents across the state as the long wait for the results finally comes to an end. Students can check scores using roll number or nameStudents who appeared for the matriculation examinations will be able to access their results through the official PSEB website by entering either their roll number or name.…
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