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12 Dec

Fresh Name From Punjab Surfaces in Kap’s Café Shootings in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, Entertainment, Punjab, TrendingCanada, Kapil Sharma

LUDHIANA (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): Investigators probing the three shootings at Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Café in Canada have identified another youth from Punjab as a central figure in the conspiracy, deepening the cross-border trail of the case. Authorities in Canada, supported by Indian central agencies, have named Sukhwinder “Seepu” of Brahampur village in Raikot as a key planner behind the attacks. His name emerged soon after the Delhi Police Crime Branch arrested Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon — linked to the Goldy Dhillon gang — from Jawaddi village on November 28. Police sources in Raikot say they have been quietly instructed to…

09 Dec

Conservatives Express Disappointment as Liberals Announce Opposition to Pipeline Motion; Rempel Garner and MacKenzie Criticize Calgary Liberal MP Corey Hogan’s Stance

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The federal Liberal government has announced its intention to vote against a Conservative motion advocating for Ottawa's support of a major bitumen pipeline, capable of exporting up to one million barrels per day from Alberta to a deep-water port on the British Columbia coast. This decision has elicited strong reactions from Conservative MPs, particularly those representing Alberta interests. The non-binding motion urges federal backing for new pipeline capacity to Asia and calls for adjustments to the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act, while emphasizing the importance of respecting Indigenous communities' consultations. Although the motion's language aligns with certain aspects…

06 Dec

Half of Canadians Support Mass Deportations as CBSA Backlog Reaches Crisis Levels

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCanada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A growing national debate over immigration enforcement is unfolding in Canada as new figures reveal a massive backlog at the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). According to the latest official data, 18,084 deportations have been carried out in the 2024–25 period, yet the agency continues to struggle under unprecedented pressure. CBSA officials say staff are working overtime, but the situation remains severe, with 31,379 individuals currently listed as missing or wanted by the agency. Another 424,000 files remain non-actionable, leaving enforcement efforts stalled and public frustration rising. A recent survey indicates that nearly 50 percent of Canadians…

03 Dec

UCP Delegates Reject Key Parts of Smith‑Carney Pipeline Deal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Canada

Edmonton ( Rajeev Sharma): Delegates at the United Conservative Party (UCP) convention in Edmonton have overwhelmingly rejected major aspects of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s recent agreement with Prime Minister Mark Carney. The resolution opposes federal regulation of industrial carbon emissions in Alberta, arguing that nationwide policies do not reflect the province’s unique economy. The November 27 agreement had aimed to support a new pipeline to northwestern British Columbia, abandon the proposed oil-and-gas emissions cap, exempt Alberta from certain clean electricity rules, and negotiate an increased industrial carbon price. It also endorsed a northern Alberta carbon capture and storage project. Despite…

01 Dec

Nearly 24,000 Canadians Die While Waiting for Medical Procedures, Raising Alarms Over Health-Care Capacity

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Gaganjot Singh (Toronto): A new report indicates that nearly 24,000 Canadians died this year while waiting for medical procedures, underscoring a deepening crisis in access to timely care across the country. The findings highlight prolonged delays for surgeries, diagnostic tests, and specialist consultations, with multiple provinces struggling to meet rising demand amid capacity constraints.Toronto hospitals are among those most severely affected, facing significant backlogs in essential procedures such as cardiac surgeries and cancer related diagnostics. Health care experts warn that these delays are contributing to preventable complications and, in some instances, avoidable deaths. They caution that without immediate action to…

28 Nov

Man linked to gangster Goldy Dhillon arrested in connection with firings at Kapil Sharma’s Canadian restaurant

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsCanada, IndiaArrested, Canada, Kaps cafe, New Delhi, Shooter

National Times Bureau :- The Delhi Police have arrested a man allegedly connected to the series of firing incidents at actor-comedian Kapil Sharma’s restaurant, Kap’s Cafe, in Surrey, Canada. According to information, the accused has been identified as Bandhu Man Singh, a close aide of Canada-based gangster Goldy Dhillon. He had been allegedly coordinating with Dhillon’s network and was involved in a broader conspiracy aimed at intimidating Kapil Sharma by targeting his cafe. The police have recovered a Chinese pistol and live cartridges from his possession. The police said his role in the conspiracy and his links with overseas operatives were…

26 Nov

Kapil Sharma Opens Up on Vancouver Café Shootings, Praises Mumbai Police for Strong Security

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsCanada, Indiacafé attack, Canada, Kapil Sharma, Mumbai Police, Vancouver shootings

Mumbai, November 26, 2025 — Comedian and actor Kapil Sharma has spoken for the first time about the shootings that took place at his cafés in Vancouver, Canada, describing the incidents as a reflection of weak law enforcement abroad and expressing renewed appreciation for India’s security agencies.Kapil recalled that there were three separate shootings targeting his cafés. He said local authorities in Vancouver appeared ineffective in dealing with the situation. “These incidents happened in Canada, in Vancouver. I think there were three shootings there,” he said, adding, “I think the police there don’t have enough power to control things.”He revealed…

26 Nov

High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik Leads ICCR–University of Alberta MoU for New ICCR Chair

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant move to deepen academic and cultural cooperation, the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and the University of Alberta have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish an ICCR Chair at the university. The agreement was signed by the High Commissioner of India to Canada, H.E. Dinesh K. Patnaik, on behalf of ICCR, and the University of Alberta’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Prof. William Flanagan. The University of Alberta currently hosts approximately 2,000 Indian international students, employs 60 faculty members of Indian origin, and has jointly published over 1,400 research papers with Indian institutions.…

25 Nov

Alberta Strengthens Economic Bridge with India in Talks with Indian High Commissioner

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta, Canada, India, Indian High Commissioner

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta has taken a significant step towards fortifying its relationship with India as provincial leaders convened with His Excellency Dinesh Patnaik, India’s High Commissioner to Canada, to discuss expanded economic cooperation between the two regions. During the meeting, discussions focused on Alberta’s pivotal role in meeting India’s burgeoning demand for secure, reliable energy and premium agricultural products. Leaders also emphasized emerging opportunities in the technology sector an area where both regions foresee robust potential for future collaboration. With a thriving Indo-Canadian community in Alberta and increasing investment from Indian companies, officials stressed that Alberta is distinctively positioned…

21 Nov

Prime Minister Carney Negotiates Landmark UAE Trade and Investment Accords During Maiden Official Visit, Including Unprecedented $70 Billion Investment in Canada

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ABU DHABI (National Times): Prime Minister Mark Carney has concluded a landmark visit to Abu Dhabi, securing a series of major agreements aimed at dramatically expanding Canada’s trade relationship with the United Arab Emirates and attracting unprecedented levels of foreign investment into the Canadian economy. The visit comes as Canada pursues an ambitious strategy to double non-U.S. exports over the next decade and unlock $1 trillion in new investment over five years.Carney and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan signed a new Canada-UAE Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement, establishing clear and predictable rules for investors and setting…