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04 Nov

Indian Students Face Record Visa Rejections as Canada Tightens Immigration Rules

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s sweeping crackdown on fraudulent student visa applications has resulted in an unprecedented spike in rejection rates for Indian students, drastically reducing their presence across Canadian campuses and straining academic ties between the two nations. Latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that as of August 2025, 74 percent of student visa requests from India were turned down — a sharp increase from 32 percent just two years ago. Globally, the refusal rate averaged around 40 percent, while China’s stood much lower at 24 percent. Sharp Fall in Indian Applications The surge in rejections…

31 Oct

Haryana Diwas and Diwali to Be Celebrated with Grandeur in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma) :- The essence of Haryana’s cultural heritage and the festive spirit of Diwali will converge in Calgary on November 1, 2025, as the community comes together to commemorate Haryana Diwas and Diwali at the Magnolia Banquet Hall. The festivities will commence at 6:00 PM, promising an evening replete with cultural extravaganzas, melodious music, and joyous celebrations. The event, organized by the Haryanvi Society of Canada will feature an array of appetizers and dinner, captivating cultural performances, an energetic DJ, and a bar for guests to enjoy. Families are encouraged to participate and celebrate the rich cultural legacy…

28 Oct

Premier Smith Embarks on Middle East Mission to Promote Alberta’s Energy and Investment Strengths

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has departed on a 10-day trade and investment mission to the Middle East, where she will highlight Alberta’s leadership in responsible energy production, technology, agriculture, and manufacturing. The trip, spanning Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from October 27 to November 5, aims to position Alberta as a top destination for global investment and collaboration. Strengthening Global Energy and Investment Partnerships While in Saudi Arabia, Premier Smith will hold meetings with government officials, energy executives, and sovereign wealth fund managers, including representatives from Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil company. Discussions…

28 Oct

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

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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…

28 Oct

Alberta Launches Task Force to Tackle Growing Classroom Complexity and Aggression

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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…

27 Oct

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

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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…

26 Oct

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

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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…

26 Oct

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

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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…

24 Oct

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

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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…

22 Oct

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

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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…