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Alberta Tables ‘Back to School Act’ to End Teachers’ Strike and Restore Classroom Stability

Alberta Tables ‘Back to School Act’ to End Teachers’ Strike and Restore Classroom Stability

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government has introduced Bill 2, the Back to School Act, a sweeping measure aimed at ending the province-wide teachers’ strike and restoring normalcy to classrooms disrupted for weeks by stalled negotiations. The proposed legislation seeks to legislate a new collective agreement and ensure that students can return to school without further loss of instructional time. Premier Danielle Smith said the province could no longer allow the strike to continue, emphasizing that the prolonged shutdown was harming students’ academic progress and emotional well-being. “This strike has gone on long enough,” Smith said in a statement Monday. “It’s…
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Alberta Launches Task Force to Tackle Growing Classroom Complexity and Aggression

Alberta Launches Task Force to Tackle Growing Classroom Complexity and Aggression

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): With teachers across Alberta reporting rising classroom challenges — from increasingly diverse learning needs to a surge in aggressive behaviour — the provincial government is taking new action to ensure safer, more supportive learning environments. Premier Danielle Smith announced the creation of a Class Size and Complexity Task Force, a move aimed at addressing the mounting concerns raised by educators about classroom safety and student support. The initiative follows the work of the recently established Aggression and Complexity in Schools Action Team, which was tasked with identifying practical, classroom-focused solutions. The action team’s draft final report has…
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Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s 350th martyrdom: PU denies permission to hold seminar, claims student body; SGPC flays refusal

Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s 350th martyrdom: PU denies permission to hold seminar, claims student body; SGPC flays refusal

National Times Bureau :- Uncertainty prevails over holding a special seminar to commemorate Guru Teg Bahadur’s 350th martyrdom at Panjab University. While the students have claimed that the university denied permission, the university has maintained that the procedure seeking approval was not followed. The university authorities, meanwhile, said the organisers had been told to submit the necessary documents and no “refusal” had been given on record by any university officials. “As per the rules, if a person is invited to any seminar his/her CV gets attached with the request, citing his/her contribution towards the topic. It has been cross-checked with…
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Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Vietnam Phạm Minh Chính

Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Vietnam Phạm Minh Chính

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 26, 2025: Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Vietnam, Phạm Minh Chính, on the margins of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Prime Minister Carney underscored opportunities for growth in the robust trading relationship between Canada and Vietnam. Vietnam is Canada’s largest trade partner in ASEAN, with over $15 billion in bilateral trade between the two nations. The prime ministers focused on increasing collaboration in trade, including in energy, aerospace, security, and critical minerals. The Prime Minister highlighted Canada’s new mission to double its…
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Trump Escalates Trade Tensions with Canada, Adds 10% Tariff After Dispute Over Reagan-Themed Ad

Trump Escalates Trade Tensions with Canada, Adds 10% Tariff After Dispute Over Reagan-Themed Ad

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The already-strained trade relationship between the United States and Canada took a sharp downturn after President Donald Trump announced a 10% increase in tariffs on Canadian goods. The decision follows Trump’s outrage over a controversial television advertisement aired during the World Series, which he claims misrepresented former U.S. President Ronald Reagan’s stance on tariffs. The ad — reportedly commissioned by Ontario’s provincial government — featured archival footage of Reagan that appeared to criticize protectionist trade policies. Trump, calling the commercial “deceptive and disrespectful,” accused Canada of spreading “false propaganda” to influence public sentiment in the U.S. “Canada…
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India Invites Canadian PM Mark Carney to AI Action Summit in Bid to Rebuild Diplomatic Ties

India Invites Canadian PM Mark Carney to AI Action Summit in Bid to Rebuild Diplomatic Ties

New Delhi: (Rajeev Sharma): In a move seen as an effort to restore balance in bilateral relations, India has extended an invitation to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend the upcoming Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in New Delhi this February. The event is expected to become a diplomatic platform for both sides to restart meaningful dialogue and strengthen trade cooperation after years of strained ties. According to a report published by The Globe and Mail, the invitation signals a positive turn in India–Canada relations, which deteriorated sharply in 2023 after a diplomatic fallout over the killing of Sikh activist…
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Punjabi Artist Teji Kahlon Shot in Canada; Gang Linked to Rohit Godara Claims Responsibility Online

Punjabi Artist Teji Kahlon Shot in Canada; Gang Linked to Rohit Godara Claims Responsibility Online

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): In a shocking act of violence, Punjabi singer Teji Kahlon was seriously wounded in a shooting incident that took place in Canada. The attack, which is suspected to have ties to organized crime, has triggered alarm both within the Punjabi community and among law enforcement agencies. According to early reports, Kahlon was targeted by unknown assailants and sustained significant injuries. He was swiftly transported to a local hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment. Medical officials have described his condition as critical but stable. Shortly after the attack, a disturbing message appeared on social media, in which…
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Indians Feel Unsafe in Canada, Says New High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik

Indians Feel Unsafe in Canada, Says New High Commissioner Dinesh Patnaik

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): India's newly appointed High Commissioner to Canada, Dinesh K. Patnaik, has expressed grave concerns regarding the safety of Indians residing in Canada, revealing that he himself is under official protection  an arrangement he described as "unusual and unsettling."In a recent interview, Patnaik stated that he finds it surprising that a diplomat in a peaceful, developed country like Canada requires guarding. "I find it strange that I am under protection in Canada. My Canadian counterpart in India does not require it. People inquire if Canada is safe for Indians; that is a question that should prompt reflection in…
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Kapil Sharma’s Surrey Café Targeted by Gunfire for the Third Time Since July

Kapil Sharma’s Surrey Café Targeted by Gunfire for the Third Time Since July

Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): The Surrey Police Service (SPS) is investigating an incident where shots were fired overnight at a café owned by Indian entertainment star Kapil Sharma, marking the third such incident since July.Police received reports of gunfire at the business located near 85 Avenue and 120 Street around 3:45 a.m. on Thursday. Upon arrival, officers found evidence consistent with a shooting. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported.Investigators are currently reviewing CCTV footage and appealing to witnesses who may have been in the area at the time. Although authorities have not confirmed a motive, they are treating the case with…
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Canada’s Foreign Minister Arrives in India to Push Strategic Collaboration on Trade and Security

Canada’s Foreign Minister Arrives in India to Push Strategic Collaboration on Trade and Security

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand begins her official visit to India today, with a focus on laying the groundwork for a long-term strategic partnership encompassing trade, energy, and security cooperation. During her stay in New Delhi, Minister Anand is scheduled to meet with India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. These meetings are expected to pave the way for a formal framework to enhance bilateral engagement across multiple sectors. Officials on both sides have emphasized that the talks aim to deepen economic links, broaden trade relations, and explore joint…
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