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Karanvir Bohra sends his seven-year-old daughter Vienna alone to Canada in a flight, says ‘This experience not only gave her wings but also instilled a sense of responsibility’ | – Times of India

Karanvir Bohra has been blessed with three angels, the actor has been quite active on social media sharing his parenting experience and how it feels to be a father to three daughters. In a recent post, Karanvir shared how he sent his daughter Vienna alone to Canada. He shared a video where he was seen taking his daughter to the airport for the flight. In the video, Karanvir broke the news to Vienna that she would have to go alone to Canada. At first, she was quite upset about it but later started preparing for the flight. Karanvir then motivated her and sent her alone. Later in the video, he mentioned that he also went through a lot of questions as Vienna is just 7. He said, "Yes, I have a heart and I had to hear all this because I sent my 7-year-old daughter Vienna to Canada alone by f...
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Temple Attacks In Canada: India Blames ‘Lack Of Action’ By Trudeau Govt That ‘Emboldened Crimin

India on Thursday reacted to the recent attack at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Edmonton, when the Hindu temple was vandalised with "anti-India" graffiti painted on its walls on July 22. Blaming Canadian authorities for the "lack of action" against the perpetrators involved, the Ministry of External Affairs said that this has "emboldened" criminal elements in the country,leading to a rise in such attacks against temples. "These attacks against Temples have become a recurring occurrence and are done with a purpose which is not difficult to fathom," MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. Condemning the vandalisation, Jaiswal stated that the matter has been taken up with the Canadian authorities in Ottawa and in Delhi. "We expect the local authorities to ...
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‘When A Democracy Adopts Different Yardsticks…’: India Reacts To Canada Charging Two Men For

Amid the rising "acts of hate and violence" against India in Canada, the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday reacted to the Canadian police charging two men for posing threats to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other political leaders. Commenting on this, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that "we would like to see strong action, same level of action on the threats posed to us". Acknowledging being aware about the matter, MEA stated: "We have seen these reports. When a democracy adopts different yardsticks to measure or implement the rule of law and freedom of expression, it only exposes its own double standard." Jaiswal further stressed that India expects Canada to take action against "anti-India elements" who have repeatedly threatened Ind...
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‘Our Land Being Polluted By Khalistani Extremists’: Canadian MP Condemns Vandalism Of Hindu Tem

After the walls of the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Edmonton were defaced with "anti-India graffiti" on Monday, Chandra Arya, Member of the Parliament of Canada, condemned the vandalism and said that the country was "being polluted by Khalistani extremists". He also responded to the video released by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun of Sikhs for Justice, wherein he demanded Arya and other Hindu-origin Canadians to leave the country and return to India. Pannun in the video had asked the Canadian MP and his supporters to leave Canada saying that he was "working against Canada, its value, and its Charter of Rights." He also alleged that Arya was "promoting the interests of the masters in India." He further asked the member of the House of Commons to "abandon his citi...
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Wildfires near Canada’s Jasper National Park prompt evacuation; fleeing vehicles clog highways – Times of India

EDMONTON: Multiple wildfires have flared up in the Canadian Rockies' largest national park, forcing visitors along with thousands of residents to evacuate and flee west over mountain roads through darkness, soot, and ash, following a government alert. Photos and videos shared on social media overnight Monday through Tuesday showed a midnight cavalcade of bumper-to-bumper cars and trucks, headlights on, red tail lights glowing, cars inching, stopping, starting, crawling through swirling tendrils of acrid smoke, all trying to get out of Jasper National Park and the Jasper townsite - home to 4,700 residents. The park - situated in the province of Alberta and about 370 km (192 miles) west of the provincial capital city of Edmonton - is popular among tourists and known for its campgrounds an...
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Hindu Temple In Vandalised Canada, VHP Calls On For Action Against ‘Extremist Ideology’

A Hindu temple was defaced in Canada's Edmonton with “anti-India graffiti” painted on the walls. The BAPS Swaminarayan Temple was targeted early on Monday (local time), according to the Hindu American Foundation.  The organisation said the slurs used in the graffiti attacked Indian-origin Canadian MP, Chandra Arya. "The @chcconline is confirming that the BAPS temple in Edmonton, Canada became the latest Hindu temple targeted for an attack early this morning. The temple was defaced with slurs threatening @AryaCanada, one of a few Hindu Members of the Canadian House of Commons. We are outraged by this latest incident that mirrors several previous attacks—many blamed on pro-Khalistan activists," the post on X read.  The @chcconline is confirming that ...
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Canadian-linked ‘suicide kits’ responsible for four deaths in New Zealand: What is it? – Times of India

A coroner in New Zealand has officially connected the deaths of four individuals to the purchase of "suicide kits" from an online business operated by a former chef from Canada, as said in findings released on Monday. Coroner Alexandra Cunninghame determined that three students, ranging in age from 18 to 21, and a 40-year-old personal trainer took their own lives after acquiring kits from companies associated with Canadian Kenneth Law.According to Canadian authorities, Law is suspected of distributing up to 1,200 "suicide kits" to individuals in over 40 countries between 2020 and his apprehension last year, specifically targeting vulnerable people online. Canadian authorities have accused that the kits contain a food additive that can kill if misused.Law was apprehended in May 2023 and ...
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Sudden Storm Floods Parts Of Canada’s Toronto, Causes Power Outages & Flight Disruptions

Three huge storms led to record rainfall in parts of Toronto, Canada, on Tuesday, causing widespread flooding. Several motorists were left stranded on a major expressway, the city saw power outages, and airlines were forced to curtail services. Environment Canada reported that the city experienced over 100 mm of rain, surpassing the city’s daily record set in 1941, reported BBC. More than 167,000 customers were left without power, said Toronto Hydro, the local power distribution company. It said the disruption was caused by suspected flooding at a transmission station. Flash Flood warning issued as Greater Toronto Area 🇨🇦 receives 125 mm of rain. In the video, Lakeshore Blvd in Toronto is heavily flooded ⬇️#onstormpic.twitter.com/n8bfDtk7A3 — ...
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Gold stolen in Canada’s biggest ever heist ended up in India, Dubai: Police – Times of India

Canada Police believes that the gold stolen last year in Canada's biggest-ever gold heist must have gone to India and Dubai gold markets. Over 6,500 gold bars disappeared overseas after being stolen from an airport, the department believes. "We believe a large portion has gone overseas to markets that are flush with gold," lead investigator Det. Sgt. Mike Mavity said."That would be Dubai, or India, where you can take gold with serial numbers on it, and they will still honor it and melt it down," the investigator said. Nine individuals were arrested in connection with the meticulously planned heist including a former Air Canada manager and a jewelry store owner. The suspects used a completed bill for a seafood pick-up to forge paperwork that was given to a warehouse attendant. A small am...
Sports

History-makers Canada stun Venezuela to enter Copa America semifinals on debut | Football News – Times of India

Canada advanced to the Copa America semifinals as the debutants extended their historic run in a thrilling win over Venezuela in the quarterfinals that went to penalties after the match ended in a 1-1 draw.The Canadians won 4-3 in a penalty shootout that was evenly matched, with both teams converting their first five attempts. However, in the sixth round, Venezuela's Wilker Angel had his penalty saved by Canadian goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau.This set the stage for Ismael Kone, who stepped up and confidently scored the winning penalty to send Canada into the last-four stage.Canada will face world champions Argentina in the semifinals on Tuesday in New Jersey, with the winner advancing to the July 14 final. The match will be a rematch of the tournament opener, which saw Argentina secure a 2-...
Canada names Lt. Gen. Jennie Carignan chief of the defence staff, first woman to hold post
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Canada names Lt. Gen. Jennie Carignan chief of the defence staff, first woman to hold post

New Delhi: The Canadian government has appointed Lieutenant-General Jennie Carignan chief of the defence staff — the highest position in the country’s armed forces. She will be the first woman to hold the post.Carignan will be promoted to general and take office in a ceremony on 18 July. She will take over the reins from General Wayne Eyre, who is to retire from the Canadian armed forces after over 40 years in service. She currently serves as chief, professional conduct and culture, National Defence – tasked with combating sexual harassment in the military, where she led “efforts to transform the culture of the CAF (Canadian Armed Forces)”, an official press release said. Show Full Article Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Carignan on her...
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Meet Maye Musk, the woman who raised one of the richest billionaires in the world Elon Musk – Times of India

Elon Musk is much known as the Chief of Tesla and X, and for being one of the richest billionaires in the world. But did you know that his mother Maye Musk is also popular, much before Elon became a billionaire? Yes, you read that right! In fact, Maye Musk is often seen with Elon Musk-- be it at the Met Gala or the Saturday Night Show. Elon Musk's glamourous mother, Maye Musk, is a celebrity in her own right and she is often credited for raising one of the richest persons in the world today.Read on to learn more about her here.Watch: TeslaBot greets with 'Namaste' and performs yoga, Elon Musk shares Humanoid Robot's videoWho is Maye Musk?Maye Halderman (her maiden name) was born on April 19, 1948, in Canada to her entrepreneur parents. She was born as a twin and was one of the five chil...
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‘Nijjar not a great…’: Canadian MP criticises Parliament’s decision to honour Nijjar | India News – Times of India

Canadian liberal MP Chandra Arya expressed his disagreement with the recent decision by the House of Commons to hold a moment of silence in memory of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Sikh separatist and India-designated terrorist, on the anniversary of his killing, according to a report by The Globe and Mail.Nepean Arya commented on the exclusivity of parliamentary honours, stating, "When Parliament decides to hold a moment of silence, it is very exclusive and limited to a few great Canadians who have immensely served Canadians for most of their lives.Nijjar is not one of these people," In an interview with the newspaper on Monday, He questioned the decision to elevate Nijjar's status despite "credible allegations" connecting his killing to a foreign government.The moment of silence for Nijjar, ...
In Jaishankar’s Kanishka tribute, message to Canada — ‘reminder that terrorism shouldn’t be tolerated’
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In Jaishankar’s Kanishka tribute, message to Canada — ‘reminder that terrorism shouldn’t be tolerated’

New Delhi: On 23 June, 2024, which marks the 39th anniversary of the bombing of Air India Flight 182, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said “terrorism should never be tolerated”, in the same week the Canadian Parliament paid homage to Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. “Today marks the 39th anniversary of one of the worst acts of terrorism in history. Pay my homage to the memory of the 329 victims of AI 182 ‘Kanishka’ who were killed this day in 1985. My thoughts are with their families. The anniversary is a reminder why terrorism should never be tolerated,” said Jaishankar in a post on X.  A bomb exploded on Air India Flight 182 on 23 June 1985, killing all 329 members on board. It was considered the worst act of aviation terrorism in the world until the 9/11 attacks o...
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‘We Oppose Any Move…’: India Protests Canadian Parliament’s ‘Minute Of Silence’ For Nijjar

India lodged a strong protest with the Canadian High Commission in Delhi on Friday, objecting to the Canadian Parliament's minute of silence on the death anniversary of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Nijjar, designated as a terrorist by the Indian government, remains a controversial figure in India-Canada relations.  During a press briefing, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed its disapproval of any actions that provide political space to extremism and violence.  "We naturally oppose any moves giving political space to extremism and advocacy of violence," the ministry stated. #WATCH | Delhi: On Canadian Parliament observing two-minute silence on the death anniversary of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, MEA Spok...
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Video | Canada Iran Relations: IRGC को Terrorist Organization ठहराने से क्या Iran रोक देगा Hamas की मदद?

Israel Hamas War: कनाडा ने ईरान के IRGC को आतंकी संगठन घोषित कर दिया है, साथ ही कनाडा ने अपने नागरिकों को ईरान न जाने की सलाह दी है, ईरान में रह रहे कनाडाई नागरिकों को ईरान छोड़न को कहा गया है और साथ ही टेरर फंडिंग पर रोक के मक़सद से आतंकी संघठन घोषित कर दिया गया है, 2020 से ही कनाडा-ईरान संबंधों में और अधिक तनाव बढ़ गया था क्योंकि 2020 में कथित तौर पर ईरान ने यूक्रेन का एक विमान मार गिराया था Source link ...
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Canada Parliament honours Nijjar; India plans Kanishka tribute | India News – Times of India

JALANDHAR: Canadian parliament honoured pro-Khalistan separatist and designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar with a moment's silence on his first death anniversary Tuesday, reigniting the row triggered by PM Justin Trudeau last year when he insinuated that Indian agents masterminded the Punjab-born immigrant's killing. The Indian consulate general in Vancouver responded almost immediately with a reminder of the country's fight against terror and an open invitation to the diaspora to "a show of solidarity against terrorism" at a memorial service this weekend for the 329 victims of the 1985 Kanishka bombing.Nijjar was killed outside the parking lot of a gurdwara in Canada's Surrey on June 18 last year. He was the president of the gurdwara management committee. Referring to the June 23, ...
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‘Will Have More To Say When…’: Here’s What Trudeau Said On Inviting Modi To G7 Next Year

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he will have more to say regarding the G7 summit next year when Canada will assume its presidency.  Trudeau said he looks forward to working with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and all G7 partners on various issues they have discussed. The next G7 Leaders' Summit is scheduled to be held in Kananaskis, Alberta province of Canada next year. ALSO READ | 'There's Commitment To Work Together': Trudeau On Chat With Modi At G7 Summit Amid Strained India-Canada Relations On the question of whether he will invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the summit in Canada next year, Trudeau said, "I can appreciate the keenness with it with which Canadians are looking forward to next year's G7. However, Italy continues t...
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‘Commitment to work together on important issues’: Canada’s Trudeau on bilateral talks with PM Modi | India News – Times of India

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau on Saturday talked about a shared commitment between India and Canada in the future to tackle crucial concerns. "I'm not going to get into the details of this important, sensitive issue that we need to follow up, but this was a commitment to work together, in the coming times, to deal with some very important issues," said Trudeau during a press conference in Savelletri Di Fasano, Italy at the conclusion of three-day G7 Summit.Canadian PM had a bilateral meet with Prime Minister Modi on the sidelines of the summit, the first since Trudeau alleged that Canadian authorities are "actively pursuing credible allegations" related to Indian government involvement in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a designated terrorist. The ministry of external affairs (MEA) hav...
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G7 Summit: PM Modi Shares A Hug With US President Joe Biden, Shakes Hands With Canada’s Trudeau

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a significant impact at the G7 Outreach session on Friday, engaging in crucial bilateral meetings and addressing key global issues. During the summit, PM Modi shared a warm hug with US President Joe Biden and exchanged handshakes with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. “It's always a pleasure to meet @POTUS @JoeBiden. India and USA will keep working together to further global good," PM Modi expressed on X (formerly Twitter). It's always a pleasure to meet @POTUS @JoeBiden. India and USA will keep working together to further global good. 🇮🇳🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/Xzyvp5cLCq — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 14, 2024 Met Canadian PM @JustinTrudeau at the G7 Summit. pic.twitter.com/e67ajADDWi — Nar...
Sports

Shubman Gill, Avesh Khan likely to return home after India-Canada T20 World Cup match: Report | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Following the match against Canada, Indian team traveling reserves Shubman Gill and Avesh Khan will return home from their current T20 World Cup, as per a report.Together with the rest of the crew, the duo traveled to Florida in case of any unforeseen circumstances. Gill, Avesh, Rinku Singh, and Khaleel Ahmed comprised the four-person traveling reserves.T20 WORLD CUP: SCHEDULE | POINTS TABLEAccording to a Cricbuzz report, Gill and Avesh's trips were limited to the US leg unless the players sustained unforeseen injuries.After winning three straight games in the group round, the team captained by Rohit Sharma easily advanced to the Super Eight stage of the competition. India will play Canada in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday in the final match of the US leg.India continu...
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T20 World Cup: India face Canada amid rain threat with eye on Virat Kohli’s form | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: When India play Canada in their final group match in the T20 World Cup at Lauderhill on Saturday, they will be worried about star batsman Virat Kohli's recent poor performance. Hopefully, the sky will stay clear in the city despite the fact that severe rain is destroying sections of Florida.India have advanced to the Super Eight stage, which will take place entirely in the West Indies, after three straight victories.T20 WORLD CUP: SCHEDULE | POINTS TABLEAfter lighting up the Indian Premier League, where he amassed more than 700 runs at a strike-rate of 150 for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kohli entered the T20 World Cup.So, it wasn't totally unrealistic to hope that he would keep hitting in the ICC showcase, which could be his last opportunity to win India an ICC World Cup in...
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Float depicting Indira killing part of parade in Canada | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Amid reports of more violent imagery depicting the assassination of former PM Indira Gandhi in Canada, Canadian high commissioner Cameron MacKay asserted promotion of violence is never acceptable in Canada.A float depicting the assassination was part of a parade marking the 40th anniversary of Operation Bluestar in Brampton. “The govt of Canada is aware of further imagery displayed in Brampton on Sunday.Canada’s position is clear: The promotion of violence is never acceptable in Canada,’’ said MacKay.India has repeatedly said Canada’s refusal to act against Khalistan separatists is at the heart of the current strife in bilateral relations. The situation worsened last year after Canadian PM Justin Trudeau alleged Indian govt agents were involved in the killing of one such sepa...
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Haris Rauf becomes just second Pakistan player to take 100 wickets in T20Is | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a moment of personal triumph amidst Pakistan's disappointing campaign, pacer Haris Rauf surpassed the 100-wicket milestone in T20I cricket during their Group A match against Canada at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Tuesday. Rauf's blistering pace left the Canadian batsmen stunned as he finished the first innings with figures of 2/26 in his four-over spell.Shreyas Movva became Rauf's 100th victim in the shortest format, while Ravinderpal Singh was his 101st scalp, taking his overall tally to 101 wickets in 71 matches. This achievement makes Rauf only the second Pakistan player to reach this milestone, following all-rounder Shadab Khan, who has 107 wickets in 103 matches for the Men in Green.Remarkably, Rauf is the third-fastest player to reac...
‘Promoting violence never acceptable’ — Canadian envoy on Indira Gandhi assassination float at parade
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‘Promoting violence never acceptable’ — Canadian envoy on Indira Gandhi assassination float at parade

New Delhi: Canadian High Commissioner to India Cameron MacKay has criticised a float depicting the assassination of Indira Gandhi at a parade in Brampton, Canada, on 9 June. Days earlier, there was a similar float outside the Indian consulate in Vancouver at a protest marking the 40th anniversary of Operation Bluestar.  This is the second year in a row that tableaus of this kind at parades organised by Sikh separatists in Canada have made headlines. Last year, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticised Canadian authorities for giving space to such demonstrations. Show Full Article “The Government of Canada is aware of further imagery displayed in Brampton on Sunday. Canada’s position is clear: The promotion of violence is never acceptable in Canada,...
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PM Modi Mentions ‘Respect For Each Other’s Concerns’ In Response To Canada PM Trudeau’s Message

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday responded to a congratulatory message from his Canadian counterpart, Justin Trudeau underscoring New Delhi's intent to collaborate with Ottawa based on mutual understanding and respect for each other's concerns. The exchange comes against the backdrop of recent diplomatic tension in India-Canada relations.  "Thank you @CanadianPM for the congratulatory message. India looks forward to working with Canada based on mutual understanding and respect for each other's concerns," Modi stated in a post on 'X' (formerly Twitter). Thank you @CanadianPM for the congratulatory message. India looks forward to working with Canada based on mutual understanding and respect for each others concerns. https://t.co/QQJFngoMyH ...