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Trudeau Condemns Violence at Brampton Hindu Temple as “Unacceptable”
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned recent violence at a Hindu temple in Brampton, calling it “unacceptable” and emphasizing the importance of religious freedom. The incident involved a group of men breaching the temple gates and assaulting worshippers during a protest organized by pro-Khalistan activists, who were demonstrating against India. Despite heavy police presence, no arrests have been made, and…
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Minister Pralhad Joshi Invites Canadian Powerhouse to RE-INVEST 2024
New Delhi: Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has invited Canada to invest in the renewable energy sector in India. He discussed this with the heads of Canada-based CDPQ Global who visited him in New Delhi. Minister Pralhad Joshi held an important discussion with Marc-André Blanchard, the head of Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) Global,…
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Capital Pride Parade 2024: Ottawa Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community Amid Controversy
Ottawa: Thousands are expected to celebrate the Capital’s LGBTQ+ community in downtown Ottawa during this year’s Capital Pride Parade, despite changes following backlash over a statement on Israel’s actions in Gaza. Organizers revealed that the Ottawa Police and City informed them of these adjustments after months of planning. In other news, New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs criticized legal actions targeting…
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Canada: Nijjar Murder Suspect Reportedly Attacked in Pretrial Facility
Toronto: Reports have emerged suggesting that one of the Indian nationals charged in the murder of pro-Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar may have been assaulted while in custody. According to local media, including the Indo-Canadian Voice, an unnamed source indicated that one of the three accused was attacked at the Surrey Pretrial Centre, potentially occurring in the facility’s gym. The…
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Canada: Indian Student Shot Dead in Vancouver
A young Indian student, Chirag Antil, was tragically killed in Vancouver, Canada. The 24-year-old was found shot dead inside his car in South Vancouver’s Sunset neighborhood. Following reports of gunshots on Friday, April 12th, around 11 pm, Vancouver Police arrived at the scene on East 55th Avenue and Main Street. They discovered Chirag deceased in his vehicle. The investigation is…
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Canada: Suspicious Fire Claims Lives of Indian-origin Couple and Teenage Daughter in Ontario
An Indian-origin couple and their teenage daughter tragically lost their lives in a devastating fire at their home in Canada’s Ontario province on March 7. The victims, identified as 51-year-old Rajiv Warikoo, his wife 47-year-old Shilpa Kotha, and their 16-year-old daughter Mahek Warikoo, were found dead in their residence on Big Sky Way and Van Kirk Drive. Peel Police initially…
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Music Producer Accused of Extortion in Canada Speaks Out Against Criminal Portrayal
Toronto, Canada: Arundeep Thind, a 39-year-old Indian-origin man, arrested and charged with extortion threats against South Asian businesses in Canada, claims innocence and asserts he is wrongly portrayed as a high-level gangster by police. Thind, a music producer, denies involvement in organized crime, stating he became a victim when asked by a friend to intervene in an extortion attempt. Thind…
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Hyderabad Student Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Canada; Family Seeks Support
Toranto: A 25-year-old student from Hyderabad, Shaik Muzammil Ahmed, pursuing a master’s degree in IT at Conestoga College, Canada, passed away due to cardiac arrest. Suffering from a week-long fever, his family received the news of his demise on Friday. Amjad Ullah Khan, a leader from the Telangana-based political party Majlis Bachao Tehreek (MBT), shared the incident on social media,…
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Sports News
MetLife Stadium Crowned, Azteca Opens: 2026 World Cup Unveils Stage
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first expanded 48-team edition, has revealed its key venues amidst much anticipation. New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium will proudly host the grand finale on July 19th, while the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City will take center stage for the opening match on June 11th. This announcement marks a historic moment for all three co-hosting…
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Canada: Armed Intruder Strikes Chaos in Edmonton’s City Hall: Rapid Response Ensures Safety
Edmonton’s city hall was thrown into chaos when a heavily armed man randomly fired a long gun, shattering glass in the building. The incident, which occurred around 10:30 a.m., forced the building into lockdown, interrupting a public committee meeting. Police Chief Dale McFee revealed that the armed individual entered city hall through the parkade with a long gun capable of…
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