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09 Aug

Canadian Hindu Diaspora Welcomes Upcoming Cultural Visit by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaCanada, Hindu Diaspora, Mohan Bhagwat, RSS

Alberta ( Rajeev Sharma): In response to public discussions surrounding the visit, representatives from Canadian Hindu leadership and community organizations expressed strong support and enthusiasm. Community representatives highlighted that meeting with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat offers a meaningful opportunity for diaspora members to connect over cultural heritage, voluntary social service initiatives, and peaceful community integration. Hindu leaders noted that cultural and spiritual visits foster constructive dialogue, emphasizing that local diaspora organizations welcome the chance to host peaceful gatherings that celebrate shared values. RSS spokespersons confirmed that the scheduled events remain focused on routine cultural outreach, civic service, and community harmony.As…

09 Aug

Indian Nationals Top Canada’s Removal Figures as 2026 Enforcement Drive Gathers Pace

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s immigration enforcement measures have resulted in the removal of 3,323 Indian nationals during the first six months of 2026, placing Indians at the top of the list of nationalities recorded in the country’s enforced-removal statistics. The figure represents a substantial share of the 3,779 Indian nationals removed during the entire year in 2025. It also marks a notable change from last year, when Indians ranked second among nationalities facing removal. Mexico followed India in the January-June period, with 1,573 nationals removed from Canada. More than 10,000 enforced removals According to Canada Border Services Agency figures, authorities…

08 Aug

Canada Intelligence Report Flags Alleged Bishnoi Gang Recruitment Through Student Visa Route

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): A Canadian intelligence assessment has reportedly shed light on how the Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly used immigration pathways, including student visas, to find and recruit young people for criminal activities in Canada. The classified assessment, prepared by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and titled “The Bishnoi Gang: An Emerging Threat in Canada,” was circulated among immigration officials in December 2025, according to the information that has emerged from recent court proceedings. The document reportedly describes the gang as an expanding transnational threat, with extortion, shootings and intimidation of members of Canada's South Asian community among its…

04 Aug

Heated Dispute at Canadian Gurdwara Over Donation Funds; Meeting Erupts into Physical Altercation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): A dispute over the management and accounting of Gurdwara donation funds turned into a physical confrontation at a Gurdwara in Canada, with members of two rival groups allegedly clashing during a committee meeting. Videos of the incident have since gone viral on social media, prompting widespread discussion within the community. According to reports, the meeting had been convened to review the accounts related to the Gurdwara's golak (donation box). However, disagreements between rival factions quickly escalated into a heated exchange, which later resulted in pushing, shoving and physical confrontation inside the premises. President Accused of Assault and…

31 Jul

WestJet Strike Countdown Begins: 72-Hour Notice Sparks Travel Chaos, Airfares Surge Across Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Thousands of Canadian travellers are facing uncertainty after WestJet flight attendants served a 72-hour strike notice, putting the airline on the brink of a labour disruption ahead of the August long weekend. Unless a last-minute agreement is reached, a strike or lockout could begin as early as August 2, threatening to disrupt travel plans for tens of thousands of passengers across Canada and on international routes. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), representing approximately 4,400 WestJet flight attendants, says cabin crew should be paid for every hour they are on duty, including time spent boarding passengers,…

28 Jul

Canada, Alberta Announce $52 Million Upgrade for Calgary’s Olympic Oval

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta, Canada

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Governments of Canada and Alberta have announced a joint investment of $52 million to modernize Calgary's iconic Olympic Oval, ensuring the world-renowned facility continues to serve elite athletes and the wider community for decades to come. Under the funding arrangement, both governments will contribute $26 million each toward a major infrastructure renewal project. The upgrades will include replacing the original refrigerated concrete slab beneath the 400-metre speed skating track and two ice rinks, installing a new ice plant, and modernizing critical mechanical, electrical, structural and life-safety systems. Opened in 1987 ahead of the 1988 Winter Olympics,…

25 Jul

Punjab-Origin Woman Killed in Canada; Boyfriend Booked for Murder in Suspected Domestic Violence Case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingCanada

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian police have charged a 22-year-old man with second-degree murder following the death of a young Punjab-origin woman in Edmonton, Alberta, in a case authorities are investigating as an incident of intimate partner violence. The victim, identified as Damanpreet Kaur, 23, was discovered with severe injuries after emergency services responded to a residence in Edmonton's Silver Berry neighbourhood earlier this month. Officers had received a call regarding an unconscious woman under suspicious circumstances at a home near Silver Berry Road and 28A Avenue. Paramedics provided immediate medical care before shifting Kaur to hospital, where she remained in…

22 Jul

Canada’s Premiers Gather in Prince Edward Island Amid Trade Concerns and Economic Challenges

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Charlottetown (Rajeev Sharma): Prince Edward Island Premier Rob Lantz has welcomed Canada's provincial and territorial leaders to Charlottetown for the 2026 Council of the Federation (COF) Summer Meeting, saying the gathering comes at a crucial time as the country faces fresh economic uncertainty and rising concerns over affordability. In a statement issued ahead of the meeting, Lantz said the recent announcement of new tariffs by the United States underscores the need for provincial and federal governments to work closely together to protect Canadian businesses, workers and the broader economy. Serving as Chair of this year's Council of the Federation, Lantz…

17 Jul

Canada Freezes Parent Sponsorship Route, Leaving Thousands of Punjabi Families in Limbo

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Thousands of Punjabi families hoping to reunite with their parents in Canada have received a significant setback after the Canadian government suspended fresh applications under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), closing one of the most popular pathways for permanent family reunification. The restriction came into effect on July 15, 2026, with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announcing that it will no longer accept new "Interest to Sponsor" applications until further notice. Officials clarified that only applications submitted before the deadline will continue to be processed. The decision is expected to have a major impact on…

09 Jul

Prime Minister Carney meets with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman

nishuthapar10 CommentsCanada, World NewsAI, Canada, Energy, Saudi Arabia, Trade

National Times (Bureau): Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, during his first official visit to Saudi Arabia. This was the first visit by a Canadian Prime Minister to Saudi Arabia in 26 years. The Prime Minister thanked His Royal Highness for his hospitality, and the leaders recognised the growing cooperation between Canada and Saudi Arabia, including the recent Air Transport Agreement to increase air travel, and visits from Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Trade, Minister of Artificial Intelligence, and Parliamentary…