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27 May

Canada Announces Trade Mission to India as Piyush Goyal Pushes Stronger Investment Ties in Toronto

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, IndiaCanada, Canada-India trade, CEPA negotiations, Free Trade Agreement, Mark Carney, Piyush Goyal, Team Canada trade mission

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has announced a “Team Canada” trade mission to India scheduled for November, aimed at deepening economic cooperation in key sectors including artificial intelligence, clean energy, semiconductors, critical minerals, nuclear energy, digital infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing. India and Canada also reaffirmed their long-term ambition of expanding bilateral trade toward a $50 billion target, as India’s Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal engaged in high-level discussions with Canadian ministers, investors, and business leaders in Toronto, with a strong focus on accelerating negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Goyal began his three-day visit in the Canadian…

26 May

Punjab Police expands probe after arrest of 17 Punjabi youths in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, PunjabCanada, Punjab Police

Rajeev Sharma :- Punjab Police has widened its investigation following the arrest of 17 Punjabi-origin youths in Canada in connection with alleged extortion, firing and arson incidents targeting members of the Punjabi business community. The state’s Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell (OFTEC) has now joined hands with central agencies to examine the larger network believed to be operating across borders. Sources said the police are not treating the matter as an isolated overseas crime alone. Investigators suspect possible links between foreign-based gangster groups and modules operating in Punjab, prompting a detailed scrutiny of the accused persons’ backgrounds, travel histories…

26 May

Calgary to Host Spiritual Evening “Ek Sham Shri Ram Ji Ke Naam” with Swami Atmanand Puri Ji Maharaj

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Canada, TrendingAlberta, Canada

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): A spiritually enriching evening of devotion and divine blessings is set to take place in Calgary as devotees gather for “Ek Sham Shri Ram Ji Ke Naam”, a special discourse by Mahamandleshwar Acharya Shri Swami Atmanand Puri Ji Maharaj on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The event will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., followed by a special Meet & Greet and Questions & Answers session from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The spiritual gathering will take place at Panorama Hills. While sharing information with National Times, Rahul Kumar stated that the program is being…

21 May

Gunshots Fired at Cricket Canada President’s Surrey Home Amid Ongoing Scrutiny and Criminal Investigation Links

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, Sports, TrendingCanada, Cricket Canada

Surrey ( Rajeev Sharma): A residence belonging to the president of Cricket Canada was targeted in a shooting incident in Surrey, British Columbia, police confirm. According to investigators, multiple gunshots were fired at the occupied home, but no injuries were reported. Police say the incident appears to be a targeted attack, with early indications suggesting it may be linked to extortion, though the motive has not yet been confirmed. Officers continue to process evidence from the scene as the investigation remains active. The incident comes at a time of increased scrutiny around Cricket Canada following a recent investigative report by…

16 May

Canadian Government Warns Travellers About Risks of Visiting High-Risk Countries

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government is reminding citizens and residents that travelling to countries facing war, political unrest, terrorism threats, or natural disasters comes with serious personal and financial risks, especially when official travel advisories are in place. Federal officials say Canadians who choose to travel to destinations marked “Avoid Non-Essential Travel” or “Avoid All Travel” should not expect the government to cover emergency evacuation costs, private security, accommodation, or return flights during a crisis.The government states that while consular officials may provide documentation support, information, and limited assistance, the financial responsibility remains with the traveller. The warning…

05 May

Canada Opens New Pathway to Permanent Residency for 33,000 Workers Amid Labour Shortage Concerns

nishuthapar10 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant immigration move, Canada has announced a plan to grant Permanent Residency (PR) to around 33,000 foreign workers currently living in the country on work permits. The initiative is part of a broader effort to address workforce shortages, particularly in smaller towns and rural regions. The programme, introduced under the “In-Canada Workers Initiative,” focuses on individuals who have already been contributing to local economies in less populated areas. Authorities believe that providing long-term settlement opportunities to such workers will help stabilise industries struggling to find skilled labour. Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab confirmed that the…

05 May

Canada Deports Suspect Linked to Surrey Extortion Network, Police Release Image

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingCanada, Surrey

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): A 20-year-old man of Punjabi origin has been expelled from Canada after being linked to an alleged extortion racket operating in Surrey, officials confirmed. The action follows his earlier arrest as part of a broader investigation into rising cases of intimidation and violence in the region. The suspect, identified as Prabhjot Singh, had come under the scanner of the Surrey Police Service earlier this year. Authorities claim he was involved in activities connected to threats and coercion targeting local businesses and residents. After his arrest, immigration authorities stepped in. The Canada Border Services Agency reviewed his status…

02 May

CSIS 2025 Public Report Identifies Canada-Based Khalistani Extremism as Persistent Security Threat

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, CSIS, Extremism, India, Intelligence, Khalistan, Security

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has released its 2025 public report, marking a significant shift in its assessment of domestic and international security challenges. Tabled recently in the Canadian Parliament, the document explicitly identifies "Canada-based Khalistani extremists" as an ongoing national security concern. According to the intelligence agency, the activities of these violent elements continue to promote a radical agenda that poses a direct threat to both Canada and its national interests. This assessment categorises such individuals under the umbrella of politically motivated violent extremism, defined by the intent to use violence to establish new political…

30 Apr

Canada Unveils $6 Billion ‘Team Canada Strong’ Plan to Boost Skilled Trades Workforce

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced an ambitious nationwide initiative aimed at addressing labour shortages in the skilled trades sector, with a target to recruit and train up to 100,000 workers over the next five years. Speaking from Gatineau, Carney outlined the government’s new flagship programme, Team Canada Strong, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country’s economic resilience amid shifting global trade dynamics. The $6 billion plan focuses on creating a robust workforce capable of supporting large-scale infrastructure and development projects, including housing, transportation networks, energy systems, and defence industries. Officials say the initiative…

30 Apr

Five Arrested in Canada Cargo Theft Case; Stolen Cannabis Worth $2 Million Recovered

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Authorities in Canada have arrested five individuals of Punjabi origin in connection with a major cargo theft investigation that led to the recovery of cannabis products valued at nearly $2 million. The case dates back to April 15, 2026, when officers from the Auto Cargo Theft Unit were probing suspicious activity near Mississauga, specifically around the McLaughlin Road and Highway 401 corridor. During the operation, investigators located a trailer that had earlier been reported stolen from the Niagara Region. Police confirmed that the trailer was transporting a significant shipment of cannabis intended for distribution to multiple licensed…