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Canada: Liberal party loses longtime stronghold in bypolls

In a huge setback for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the Liberal Party lost the by-elections in the party's longtime stronghold, Toronto-St. Paul constituency, on Tuesday, CBC News reported.

2024-06-26T00:29:06.939707+00:00 IST

Kenya: Five killed as protests against tax hike turn violent

At least five people were killed and 31 injured in protests in Kenya on Tuesday, CNN reported, citing a joint statement released by several human rights groups.

2024-06-25T20:09:13.687507+00:00 IST

India issues advisory for nationals in Kenya amid violent protest

The Indian Embassy in Kenya on Tuesday, advised the Indian nationals there to "exercise utmost caution" and avoid the areas affected by the protests and violence till the situation improves.

2024-06-25T19:45:56.025605+00:00 IST

EAM speaks to Panama counterpart, says will remain in touch

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that he is pleased to talk to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Panama Janaina Tewaney Mencomo and thanked her for the support of the relationship between both nations.

2024-06-25T18:14:13.807684+00:00 IST

Ex-US President Barack Obama's sister teargassed live on air

Protesting against the controversial finance bill of Kenya, Auma Obama, the half-sister of former US President Barack Obama was teargassed live on air on Tuesday, according to CNN.

2024-06-25T12:01:07.677830+00:00 IST

Canadian MP criticises parliament's tribute to Nijjar

Chandra Arya, MP for Nepean, voiced discontent with his own government's stance. He referenced a Globe and Mail investigation revealing Canadian authorities' concerns about Nijjar's alleged ties to extremism.

2024-06-25T08:15:11.192595+00:00 IST

Canada considering imposing tariffs on Chinese-made EVs

Canadian Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said that the country is considering whether to impose import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and will seek the public's opinion about the idea, Al Jazeerea reported.

2024-06-24T22:59:20.423594+00:00 IST

"Unfortunate that acts of glorifying terrorism allowed in Canada

The Indian High Commission in Canada slammed Canada on the 39th anniversary of the Air India Kanishka bombing and said that any act of "glorifying terrorism" is "deplorable", adding that it is unfortunate that such actions are allowed on many occasions in Canada.

2024-06-24T10:51:24.786000+00:00 IST

Indian envoy pays homage to victims of Air India flight bombing

Sanjay Kumar Verma stated that no government in the world should overlook the threat of terrorism emanating from its territories for political gains and called human lives much more important than transitory political interests.

2024-06-23T20:28:30.578436+00:00 IST

Canada leader stumbles over question on tribute to Nijjar

Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland faced scrutiny over Canada's Parliament 'honouring' Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani separatist previously on the no-fly list with frozen bank accounts, following his assassination.

2024-06-22T07:41:32.417974+00:00 IST

Canadian court upholds no-fly list for Sikh separatists

The court noted that, based on confidential security information, there were reasonable grounds to suspect that the two men intended to travel by air to commit terrorism offences.

2024-06-21T12:05:58.014563+00:00 IST

Ecuador faces nationwide blackout

Ecuador faced a nationwide blackout on Wednesday afternoon and the country's Public Infrastructure Minister, Roberto Luque, blamed the "failure in the transmission line" for the emergency.

2024-06-19T23:44:29.841671+00:00 IST

Canada lists Iran's IRGC as terrorist entity

In a press release, the Canadian government said, "Based on their actions, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the IRGC has knowingly carried out, attempted to carry out, participated in or facilitated a terrorist activity, or has knowingly acted on behalf of, at the direction of, or in association with an entity that has knowingly carried out terrorist activity. Listing the IRGC means that they are a terrorist group."

2024-06-19T22:07:42.406378+00:00 IST

India to hold memorial service for victims of 'Kanishka' bombing

The Consulate General of India in Toronto said that an annual memorial service is being held at South Lawns, Queen's Park, in Toronto to mark the 39th anniversary of the bombing of Air India flight 182 (Kanishka), which claimed the lives of 329 people, including 82 children.

2024-06-19T20:44:59.397963+00:00 IST

G20 to work for advancing good governance

Chaired by the SAI of the country holding the G20 presidency, SAI20 serves as a strategic partner in fostering sustainable development and addressing global challenges through collaboration and innovation

2024-06-19T11:07:06.948954+00:00 IST

'Serious’ national security issues will be addressed with India

As the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar clocks one year, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that "some very serious issues" around national security will be addressed with India, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now returned for a third term.

2024-06-19T03:50:46.541102+00:00 IST

More than 200 arrested in Kenya protests over proposed tax hikes

Protesters wearing black T-shirts and blowing whistles and vuvuzelas marched towards the Parliament, adding to an outpouring of online anger trumpeted through hashtags and videos on TikTok.

2024-06-18T21:41:56.182249+00:00 IST

At least six killed, 19 others injured in Equador

At least six people have been killed and 19 others are injured in Equador after heavy rain-storms have triggered a landslide in the South-American nation, reported Al Jazeera.

2024-06-17T13:16:23.039645+00:00 IST

New Zealand PM travels to Japan in commercial flight

Christopher Luxon boarded a commercial flight after the Defence Force plane taking him to Japan blew two fuses in Papua New Guinea.

2024-06-17T03:24:03.315020+00:00 IST

Infernos devastate Brazil's Pantanal wetland, breaking records

Aerial images of this vast expanse reveal billowing smoke and the stark, vivid hues of flames, while closer inspection of the charred aftermath exposes a haunting scene.

2024-06-16T12:14:40.071528+00:00 IST