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30 Aug

Team Alberta brings it home at Canada Summer Games

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is celebrating Team Alberta’s impressive performance at this year’s Canada Summer Games. Over 17 days of spirited competition, Alberta’s athletes demonstrated their dedication, talent and sportsmanship, capturing 81 medals and finishing fourth overall. Alberta’s government provided more than $1.6 million to support Team Alberta at this year’s event, including $744,000 in operations and logistics funding through the 2025 Canada Summer Games Operating Grant. In the lead-up to the games, $900,000 was provided over three years to provincial sporting organizations for athlete training and selection. Team Alberta’s strong showing included 22 gold, 30 silver and 29…

29 Aug

India Appoints Dinesh K. Patnaik as High Commissioner to Canada Amid Diplomatic Reset

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): India has appointed senior diplomat Dinesh K. Patnaik as its next High Commissioner to Canada, signaling a potential thaw in bilateral relations that had been strained since 2023. Patnaik, a 1990-batch Indian Foreign Service officer currently serving as Ambassador to Spain, is expected to assume his new role in Ottawa shortly .This diplomatic development coincides with Canada’s decision to appoint veteran diplomat Christopher Cooter as its High Commissioner to India, marking a reciprocal effort to restore senior diplomatic representation .The appointments follow a June 2025 meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra…

29 Aug

Fiji’s 55th Independence Day Marked with Cultural Festivities and Fundraiser in Surrey

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Surrey (Rajeev Sharna): The local community is set to come together for a vibrant celebration marking the 55th Independence Day, blending culture, cuisine, and entertainment while raising funds for a noble cause. Kamilla Singh told that the event will feature Indian cuisine, live entertainment, door prizes, and music by DJ Shalend, creating an evening of joy and unity. A cash bar will also be available for guests.Adding prestige to the occasion, the Chief Guest Ratu Ilisoni Vuidreketi Fiji’s Ambassador to the United States and Canada, will join community leaders and residents in commemorating the milestone.Tickets are priced at $50 per…

27 Aug

PM Mark Carney Says Putin Afraid to Meet Zelenskyy, Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine

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Ottawa/Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is afraid to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss an end to the ongoing war.Speaking at a press conference on August 27, Carney remarked that Putin “keeps setting conditions and delaying because he fears this meeting.” He noted that Zelenskyy is prepared to hold talks with Putin “on any neutral territory,” making clear that Ukraine’s president does not expect Putin to travel to Kyiv and has no plans to visit Moscow for such a meeting.Carney stressed that continued international support for…

25 Aug

Prime Minister Carney meets with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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National Times Bureau :- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Prime Minister thanked the President for his hospitality and his leadership at this hinge moment in history. Prime Minister Carney congratulated President Zelenskyy and the people of Ukraine on their Independence Day, acknowledging Ukrainians’ long and consequential fight for sovereignty. The two leaders discussed Russia’s ongoing war of aggression and welcomed U.S. leadership in working toward an end to the killing. The Prime Minister and the President agreed that just and lasting peace can only exist with robust…

23 Aug

Trump Picks Sergio Gor as Nominee for U.S. Ambassador to India

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Washington: President Donald Trump announced that Sergio Gor has been nominated as the United States Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asia. Gor, who currently heads the Office of Presidential Personnel, has overseen the recruitment of thousands of appointees across federal departments. Trump noted that under his leadership, staffing levels in government agencies have reached over 95 percent. Gor will continue in his current White House role until the confirmation process is completed. Describing Gor as a close confidant, Trump recalled his involvement in multiple aspects of his political career — from managing campaign operations to…

22 Aug

Dr. Monika Khullar Honoured with Prestigious Mark Sosnowski Award

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Dr. Monika Khullar, a distinguished physician of Hope Medicare Clinic, has been selected as the recipient of the esteemed 2024 Mark Sosnowski Award. This award acknowledges Dr. Khullar's unwavering dedication to patient centered care and her role as a cornerstone of her patients' medical home. She has received widespread acclaim for her exceptional service to the Mosaic community and her efforts in promoting team based, interdisciplinary care to enhance health outcomes and overall patient well being. Colleagues and patients alike describe Dr. Khullar as a compassionate leader whose commitment to primary care continues to strengthen the Mosaic…

20 Aug

Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in High-Level Virtual Meeting

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing today, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other international leaders to discuss security, peace, and humanitarian priorities linked to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The meeting followed yesterday’s high-profile discussions involving U.S. President Donald Trump, European leaders, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, and President Zelenskyy. Leaders highlighted Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees for Ukraine as a significant step toward ensuring long-term stability across Europe. Speaking at the session, Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty. He underscored…

19 Aug

Alberta invests $4 million in projects to stop family violence before it begins

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Alberta is stepping up efforts to prevent family violence by funding 31 community-led projects across the province. A total of $4 million is being directed this year to 29 agencies working on initiatives aimed at tackling the root causes of abuse and building safer, healthier communities. Family violence has far-reaching consequences, and officials say the focus must be on prevention as well as support. The funded programs use a variety of approaches — from mentorship and sports activities to educational workshops, support groups, and connections to essential services. These initiatives will also engage with…

18 Aug

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Ukraine in Virtual Coalition Meeting

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing on Sunday, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and allied leaders to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine’s defense and long-term security. During the meeting, Carney and other coalition members expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in creating momentum for negotiations aimed at ending Russia’s invasion. They also welcomed Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees as part of a wider framework to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty and stability in Europe. Carney underscored that the upcoming White House meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy, European…