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28 Apr

Canada Federal Election 2025: Record 72 South Asian Candidates, Punjabi Representation Shines Bright

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): As Canadians head to the polls today, a record 72 South Asian candidates, including a notably strong contingent of Punjabi-origin hopefuls, are contesting across 37 ridings nationwide, reflecting the community’s surging political presence. This year's candidates span the country, with 32 from Ontario, 24 from British Columbia, 15 from Alberta, and one from Quebec. They represent a spectrum of political parties: Conservatives (29), Liberals (21), NDP (11), Green Party (4), and People’s Party of Canada (PPC) (7). Political observers predict that between 15 to 24 South Asian candidates could win seats, potentially surpassing the milestone set in…

28 Apr

Canada PM Mark Carney Hints at Strengthening Ties with India if Re-elected

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated that a reset in relations with India could be on the horizon if his government is re-elected on Monday. Speaking at a campaign event over the weekend, Carney described the Canada-India relationship as “incredibly important” across personal, economic, and strategic spheres. Responding to a question from Y Media, Carney emphasized the depth of the connection between the two countries. While he refrained from directly mentioning the fallout over the killing of pro-Khalistan activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, he noted that strained ties could be mended through “mutual respect and building forward.”…

28 Apr

Canada Elections 2025: Canadians Head to Polls After Shifting Election Dynamics

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Today, April 28, Canadians cast their votes in one of the most unpredictable elections in years, Al Jazeera reports. Early in 2024, polls showed the Conservatives cruising towards victory, but the landscape shifted dramatically after Justin Trudeau stepped down in January. His departure, combined with economic turmoil sparked by new U.S. tariffs under President Trump, has fueled a surprising Liberal resurgence. Polling expert Frank Graves noted, "It's pretty clear the Liberals are going to win this now," highlighting a stunning reversal from earlier predictions. With over 7.3 million early votes already submitted, turnout is breaking records. The…

26 Apr

Meet Punjab-based Gurleen Chandi, Running as MP Candidate from Edmonton Southeast

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): In a promising new chapter for representation and grassroots politics in Alberta, Gurleen Chandi, a Punjab-born tech professional-turned-leader, is contesting as a Member of Parliament (MP) candidate from Edmonton Southeast. With a rich background in technology and a deep understanding of everyday challenges faced by citizens, Chandi brings a fresh perspective to the political landscape. Born in Punjab and having moved to Canada in November 2011, Chandi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Thompson Rivers University in British Columbia. Since 2012, she has been building her career in the IT sector, working with high-profile clients…

24 Apr

Canada Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack, Offers Condolences

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday issued a strong condemnation of the recent terrorist strike in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 27 lives, most of them tourists, and injured several others. “I am horrified by the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, a senseless and shocking act of violence that has killed and injured innocent civilians and tourists,” Carney said in an official statement. Canada strongly condemns this terrorist attack. We offer our condolences to the victims and their families.” Carney’s remarks underscore Canada’s support for India’s efforts to combat cross‑border terrorism and reinforce Ottawa’s…

19 Apr

Indian Student Fatally Shot by Stray Bullet in Canada During Gang-Related Violence

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 21-year-old Indian student lost her life in Hamilton, Ontario, after being struck by a stray bullet during a shooting incident linked to suspected gang violence. The young woman, a student at Mohawk College, was waiting at a local bus stop on her way to work when she was caught in the crossfire. Authorities identified her as an innocent bystander who was tragically hit during the confrontation. Hamilton Police confirmed the incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. on Thursday evening, during what they described as a targeted shooting between rival individuals. The…

18 Apr

Canada’s PM Mark Carney Labels China as Nation’s Top Security Concern During Election Debate

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Montreal (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared China the most significant security threat facing the country, a bold statement made during Thursday night’s high-stakes English-language federal leaders’ debate in Montreal. Without direct prompting, Carney stated, “I think the biggest security threat to Canada is China,” shifting the debate's tone to foreign policy and national security. Carney’s remarks come amid a tense global backdrop, with his administration already benefiting from rising anxieties around US President Donald Trump’s aggressive economic and geopolitical moves. Throughout the debate, Carney consistently circled back to the evolving Canada-US relationship, emphasizing that Ottawa must now…

17 Apr

Indian Student Outflow Declines Sharply: Canada, US, UK See First Simultaneous Drop in 4 Years

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New Delhi (National Times): In a major reversal of recent trends, the number of Indian students heading abroad has seen a steep and simultaneous decline across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, the top three global education destinations. This marks the first time in four years that all three countries have recorded a dip at the same time, according to an analysis by The Indian Express based on official visa data. In 2024, student visa approvals for Indians dropped by at least 25 percent in all three nations: Canada recorded a 32% decline, with the number of study…

16 Apr

Trump Reaffirms Controversial View: Canada Would Prosper as 51st US State, Says White House

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump continues to stand by his longstanding and contentious belief that Canada would significantly benefit from becoming the 51st state of the United States, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Leavitt addressed queries regarding Trump’s recent silence on the issue. “I would reject the notion that the president’s stance on Canada has changed,” she said. “He simply hasn’t been asked about it recently. But let me be clear, President Trump maintains that Canadians would thrive as part of the United States, particularly given the subsidies the…

13 Apr

PM Mark Carney Condemns Russia’s Attack on Sumy, Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a strong statement condemning Russia’s latest assault on civilians in the Ukrainian city of Sumy, calling it a continuation of an “unjustified war of aggression.” His comments come as the Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates, with mounting civilian casualties and international pressure for a ceasefire. “Today, Russia chose once again to prolong its unjustified war of aggression on Ukraine by attacking innocent civilians in Sumy,” Carney said in a statement released Saturday. “Our thoughts are with the families of those killed and wounded in this brutal attack.” https://twitter.com/MarkJCarney/status/1911449259196457222 The Prime Minister underscored Ukraine’s…