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30 Nov

Four Killed, Several Injured in Shooting at Family Event in California

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National Times Bureau :- Four people were killed and at least ten others were injured after gunfire erupted during a family gathering in Stockton, California, on Sunday evening. The suspect is still on the run, officials said. According to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office, the shooting took place at a banquet hall near Lucile Avenue, roughly six miles north of downtown Stockton. Deputies rushed to the scene shortly before 6 p.m. following multiple reports of shots fired. Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Heather Brent said the gathering was a family celebration when the attack occurred. Victims included both juveniles and adults,…

California crash: Indian-origin trucker Jashanpreet Singh not under drug influence during fatal accident, say US officials

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National Times Bureau :- A major development has emerged in the California road accident case involving 21-year-old Indian-origin driver Jashanpreet Singh from Yuba City. US authorities have now clarified that Singh was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the accident that claimed three lives last month. He was arrested on October 21 on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) after a deadly collision on a San Bernardino County freeway. However, a recent toxicology report has revealed no traces of intoxicating substances in his blood. Despite this, officials confirmed that charges of vehicular manslaughter…

California Moves Closer to Declaring Diwali a State Holiday

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Sacramento (Rajeev Sharma): In a historic step toward recognizing the cultural and religious diversity of its population, California may soon become the first U.S. state to officially designate Diwali as a state holiday. The California State Legislature has passed Assembly Bill 268 (AB-268), which proposes to add Diwali — the Festival of Lights celebrated by millions across the world — to the state’s list of official holidays. The bill now awaits the signature of Governor Gavin Newsom, who has until October 12, 2025, to either sign it into law or veto it. If approved, the legislation would mark a significant…