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Prime Minister Trudeau appoints four Punjabi Indo-Canadians to the Cabinet

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31-member cabinet includes 15 women, attempt at regional balance The full list of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's new 31-member cabinet, in order of precedence, being sworn in today at Rideau Hall in Ottawa Justin Trudeau (Quebec) - Prime Minister, Intergovernmental Affairs and Youth. Ralph Goodale (Saskatchewan) Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness. Lawrence MacAulay (P.E.I.) Agriculture and Agri-Food. Stéphane Dion (Quebec) - Foreign Affairs. John McCallum (Ontario) Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Carolyn Bennett (Ontario) Indigenous and Northern Affairs.

Scott Brison (Nova Scotia) Treasury Board President. Dominic Leblanc (New Brunswick) Leader of the Government in the House of Commons. Navdeep Bains (Ontario) Innovation, Science and Economic Development. Bill Morneau (Ontario) - Finance. Jody Wilson-Raybould (B.C.) Justice and Attorney General of Canada. Judy Foote (Newfoundland and Labrador) - Public Services and Procurement. Chrystia Freeland (Ontario) International Trade. Jane Philpott (Ontario) - Health. Continued on page 04

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OTTAWA: The Punjabi community in Canada made history on Wednesday when two turbaned Sikhs, among four Indian Canadians, were sworn in as Cabinet Ministers, as 42year-old Justin Trudeau took oath as the country's 23rd Prime Minister at a grand public ceremony in Ottawa. While 42-year-old Indo-Canadian Harjit Sajjan was appointed Minister of Defence, 38-year-old Navdeep Bains got the portfolio of Innovation, Science and Economic Development. Another Sikh, Amarjeet Sohi, who

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is not turbaned, has been sworn in as Minister for Infrastructure. A former bus driver, Mr. Sohi was jailed in India for two years in the 1980s. A young Sikh woman, Bardish Chagger has been sworn in as Minister for Small Business and Tourism. Justin Trudeau, the 42-year-old son of charismatic former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau who is credited with opening Canada to new immigrants in the 1970s, led the Liberal Party to win 184 seats in the 338-member House of Commons.

Prime Minister of Canada Hon. Justin Trudeau’s message The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, today issued the following statement after the swearing-in of the 29th Ministry: “Canadians from all across this country sent a message that it is time for real change, and I am deeply honoured by the faith they have placed in my team and me. Canadians chose a positive and optimistic plan for the future, and we will immediately begin implementing our plan for a strong middle class. “Today we have the pleasure of introducing the team of extraordinary Canadians who will serve in the new Ministry. This strong, diverse, and experienced team will serve all Canadians, and for the first time in our country’s history, there will be an equal number of women and men around the Cabinet table. “Canadians expect to see their values and priorities reflected in their government, and we have listened closely to them. Canadians told us what kind of government they want, and we built the plan to make it happen. “We are committed to investing in our economy, strengthening the middle class, and helping those working hard to join it. We will invest in job creation and broad-based prosperity to ensure every Canadian has a real and fair chance to succeed. “We will shine more light on

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Five things about Harjit Sajjan, Canada’s new Minister of Defence Vancouver Sun BORN IN INDIA: Sajjan was born in Bombeli, a small village in the Hoshiarpur District of Punjab State. He was two years old when his father, a police officer in India, left for Canada to pursue a better opportunities. In 1976, his father returned to collect his wife, daughter and son, and bring them Vancouver. Sajjan was five. He was raised in Vancouver South. HIGH SCHOOL: In a 2012 profile by Vancouver Sun columnist Daphne Bramham, Sajjan said when he was a 16-year-old student at Charles Tupper Secondary, he started travelling in the wrong circles. His classmates included future gangster Bindi Johal, who was murdered in 1998, and others who Sajjan

later helped arrest as a member of the VPD. It was during this period that Sajjan chose a different path and become a baptized Sikh. “It wasn’t really a religious thing. It was an identity thing. I needed the commitment because I knew it would keep

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both the Meritorious Service Medal and the Order of Military Merit, among other recognitions, for his service. “He was the best single Canadian intelligence asset in theatre, and his hard work, personal bravery, and dogged determination undoubtedly saved a multitude of Coalition lives. Through his courage and dedication, (then) Major Sajjan has single handedly changed the face of intelligence gathering and analysis in Afghanistan,” said Brigadier-General David Fraser in a letter to then Chief Constable Jamie Graham of the Vancouver Police Department. FAMILY MAN: Harjit is married to Dr. Kuljit Kaur Sajjan, a UBC-educated family doctor. They have two children.

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London: Tired of being too lazy to exercise? Well, a recent research has suggested that drugs can help lazy people with their keep-fit classes. In what has been described as 'doping for lazy people' a University of Kent endurance expert has advocated the use of psychoactive drugs to encourage sedentary people to exercise. Together with lack of time, physical exertion is one of the main perceived

barriers to exercise. This is not surprising because humans evolved to be 'lazy', i.e. to conserve energy. Samuele Marcora suggests that reducing perception of effort during exercise using caffeine or other psychoactive drugs (e.g. methylphenidate and modafinil) could help many people stick to their fitness plans. Whilst acknowledging that such an intervention is both drastic and

controversial, Marcora points out that perception of effort is one of the main reasons why most people choose sedentary activities for their leisure time. Compared to watching television (zero effort), even moderate-intensity physical activities like walking require considerable effort. He says finding a way that makes people with very low motivation to do even moderate exercise, like walking, could be particularly useful. Similarly, a reduction in perception of effort would be very helpful to the many people who find exercise difficult because they are overweight and/or exercise after work in a state of mental fatigue. Marcora also states that whilst there is no strong ethical opposition to the use of psychoactive drugs to help quit smoking (nicotine) or treat obesity(appetite suppressants), the negative perception of doping in sport may prevent the use of stimulants and other psychoactive drugs to treat physical inactivity.

Harjit Singh Sajjan, new defence minister, a Canadian military veteran who knows ‘reality of war’ ADRIAN HUMPHREYS Many defence ministers pose for photos with military hardware, but few pull off the true badass combat stance as well as Harjit Singh Sajjan — draped in flak jacket and camouflage, gripping an assault rifle on an actual battlefield. Sajjan was, until recently, a decorated Lieutenant-Colonel in the Armed Forces, the first Sikh Canadian to command an army regiment. “Command breaks down barriers because no one looks at what you look like when the bullets are flying,” he said in 2011. “Having to carry your, you know, wounded soldiers off the battlefield, not just wounded, but the ones that have been killed and place them into a helicopter, nothing prepares you for that.” Sajjan, sworn in Wednesday as Canada’s new Minister of National Defence, was, in military lingo, “a trigger puller.” He was deployed to BosniaHerzegovina and three times to Afghanistan, for which he was awarded one of the military’s highest recognitions, the Order of Military Merit, for reducing the Taliban’s influence in Kandahar Province. “He has a taste for the reality of war and that’s very, very important,” said David Bercuson, director of the Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies at the University of Calgary. “He will have seen the aftermath of the effect of war on some of our men and women, which is a major issue with veteran’s affairs,” said Bercuson. Although few details of Sajjan’s military service are widely known, his personal story has brought accolades of being a “war hero” and a “trailblazer.”

Now 44, he arrived in Canada from India with his parents at the age of six. His father worked in a mill and his mother picked berries with an eye to supporting their children through school. He served as a reservist, and was deployed with the Canadian peacekeeping forces to Bosnia in 1996. In 2006 he served in Afghanistan, playing a key intelligence advisory role to Brig.-Gen David Fraser in the successful Operation Medusa offensive against the Taliban. He returned to Afghanistan in 2009 and 2011. Rising to the rank of reserve lieutenant-colonel, he was named commander of the B.C. Regiment (Duke of Connaught’s Own), in 2012. Sajjan joined the Vancouver Police Department in 1999. As a detective, he worked in Vancouver’s gang squad to help pull kids off the path to a gangster’s life.

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Guest Editorial Wishing Everyone Happy Healthy Diwali! DIWALI, the festival of lights, is just a few days away. This year Diwali celebration is on Wednesday, November 11th, same day as ‘Remembrance Day’, a National Holiday dedicated to the fallen war heroes. In India, Diwali day is a National Holiday. People stay at home and celebrate Diwali with friends and family.

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year, those living in North America, will also spend Diwali day at home, close to their loved ones, celebrating Diwali and Remembrance Day. Diwali, the word comes from ‘Deepawali’ – a Sanskrit word meaning ‘Rows of Lights.’ It is celebrated on the amavasya or the no moon day in the Hindu month of Kartik (October - November). Diwali is one of the most charming festivals of India, which is celebrated throughout the country. India dazzles on Diwali day as all streets and houses light up with the traditional Diwali divas, candles and strands of small electric bulbs to mark this festival of light. Diwali is supposed to lead us to the light of knowledge from the darkness of ignorance. The preparations for the Diwali celebrations have already begun. Big sales are taking place at the Indian grocery and clothing stores. For sweet shops Diwali is the biggest money earning day. Hundreds and thousands of dollars is spent by Indians on buying gifts. Everywhere, people eagerly await

Remembrance Day Remembrance Day is symbolized by the artificial poppies that people wear and place at war memorials. Many people wear artificial poppies on their clothes in the weeks before Remembrance Day. Red poppies symbolize the memory of those who died and white poppies campaigns for non-military interventions in conflict situations. On November 11, special church services are organized. These often include the playing of "The Last Post", a reading of the fourth verse of the 'Ode of Remembrance' and two minutes silence at 11:00 (or 11am). After the service, wreaths are laid at local war memorials. The official Canadian national ceremonies are held at the National War Memorial in Ottawa, Ontario, according to a strict protocol. A service is held and wreaths are laid by armed services representatives. In May 2000 the remains of a Canadian soldier who died in France in World War I, but was never been identified, were laid in the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the National War Memorial. Since then, members of the public have laid poppies, letters and photographs on the tomb. Similar services and events are held throughout Canada. Some schools that are open on Remembrance Day hold special assemblies, lessons and presentations on armed conflicts and those who died in them.The poppies may be worn or placed singly or as wreaths. The use of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance comes from a poem written by John McCrae, a Canadian doctor serving in the military. The poem is called In Flanders Fields and describes the poppies growing in the Flemish graveyards where soldiers were buried. Poppies grow well in soil that has

been disturbed. They also grew in large numbers on battle fields. The red color of their petals reminded people of the blood lost by victims of and casualties in the conflict. Some people choose to wear white poppies to campaign for non-military interventions in conflict situations. Other symbols of Remembrance Day are the war memorials, which are often near the geographical center of communities. These commemorate members of the community, who have died in military action. A particularly well-known memorial is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Ottawa, Ontario. The military parades held on November 11 are also symbolic of Remembrance Day.

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By Raj Thandhi, Palak paneer is a regular on the menu at the Pink Chai house, but this year Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m teaming up with Real Canadian Superstore to upgrade my basic recipe to a Diwali special! Palak paneer recipe When I was thinking about dishes that we tend to include on our Diwali menu, I kept going to back to creamy heavy sauces â&#x20AC;&#x201C; shahi paneer, kofta with a cashew gravy, navratan korma â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the one thing they all have in common is a rich flavour. The other common thing about those types of dishes is that they all take time to prepare, and often require specialty ingredients. My goal with this recipe was to share something that was easy to execute, uses ingredients that are readily available at your local Real Canadian Superstore, and was Diwali table worthy. Quite a tall order, but I think I pulled it off! I know that Indian cooking can be a little intimidating if you are a novice, or new to the cuisine, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not that hard. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always felt that the flavours in Indian cuisine are complex, but the techniques are much simpler than most people expect. The beauty of a recipe like palak paneer is â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even with so many different flavours and spices in the mix, the dish is easy and quick to prepare.palak paneer recipe At our house we love to serve hot palak paneer with Suraj Garlic Naan. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve tried a lot of different brands of ready made naan and we always go back to Suraj. Zara prefers plan naan though so I always keep some of those in the freezer. I always heat up naan slowly in the oven though and slather them with butter before serving â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they taste so good that way! In the following video you can see the step-by-step process for making my Diwali Palak Paneer, and just below Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve written out all of the exact measurements for the ingredients. Palak Paneer Recipe {Serves 4} *note â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this recipe calls for pureed spinach. I usually buy baby spinach leaves, blanch them in hot water and

puree. You can also use pureed canned or frozen spinach if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what you have on hand. Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups pureed spinach 1 small to medium sized red onion pureed 1 inch piece of ginger and 4 garlic cloves pureed into a paste 2 tomatoes pureed 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera) 1-2 dried red chillies, optional 2-3 Suraj bay leaves 3/4 tsp garam masala powder 1 tsp corriander powder 1/2 tsp cumin powder 1/2 tsp Suraj pomengrate powder Salt to tast 1 cup of paneer cubes â&#x2026;&#x201C; to Â˝ cup water if needed 1/4 cup of whipped cream 2 tbsp oil or ghee or unsalted butter 1 tsp kasuri methi leaves/dry fenugreek leaves Method: Heat oil or ghee in your pan and

add in tempering spices; cumin seeds, dried red chillies, and Suraj bay leaves. Cook for 1-2 minutes until they are golden brown. Add onions, cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden brown and add garlic and ginger mix. Cook this together for another 3-4 minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Add pureed tomatoes and cook for 4-5 minutes on low to medium heat. Add cumin powder, corriander powder, salt, and Suraj pomegranate powder to the mixture and stir well. Add pureed spinach and cook for 6-7 minutes on low to medium heat. If the mixture feels thick, you can add a little water. Add the finishing spices; garam masala and kasuri methi, and then stir in the whipping cream. Now add the paneer cubes and cook on very low heat for 2-3 minutes to soften the cheese and bring all the flavours together. I hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll give my Diwali palak

paneer recipe a try, and if you have a special family recipe you like to cook during the festival season, leave a comment and let me know what it is â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost time to start planning my holiday menu!

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Hollywood star Jessica Alba believes her biggest beauty mistake was plucking her eyebrows to look as "skinny as humanly possible" in the 2000s. "Right now I'm really into the brows. I feel like you can have nothing else on your face but a little concealer here and there and a strong brow," Alba told people.com. "I'm always envious of girls who have (ones) that aren't over-plucked because the 90s just ruined my brows. I've been on the mend ever since. And I for sure in the 2000s was still guilty of just making them as skinny as humanly possible," she added. The 34-year-old actress also said that she feels most "amazing" when she gets compliments from her husband Cash Warren. "We were on vacation recently and my whole head was braided. I was too tired to take them out (before bed), so when I woke up my braids were still in my hair-and I had a little bit of a sun kissed face. "Usually when I wake up, I look busted, but for some reason (Cash) was like, 'Babe you look really pretty.' And I was like, 'Oh?! Really? That's amazing'," Alba added.. By Santa Banta News Network

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Drew Barrymore didn't fall in love at first sight Actress Drew Barrymore says she didn't fall in love with husband Will Kopelman at the first sight. The ‘Blended’ star, who married the art advisor in June 2012 after more than a year of dating, says it took her a while to realise he was the perfect man for her, reports femalefirst.co.uk. Reminiscing about the beginning of their relationship, Barrymore told InStyle magazine: “I mean, it was never really love at first sight. Will struck a lot of my pragmatic sides.” “He was someone who was always reachable on the phone, someone who was a classy human

being, someone who had this incredible blueprint of a family that I don't have. At the same time, what I love about him is that he embodies the power of choice. He chooses to be a good person every day." While she’s now blissfully happy, Barrymore says she and her spouse are very different. ‘We’ve made many compromises and concessions, but when it comes to how we deliver likes and dislikes, we're polar opposites. It's still really hard,’ she said. By Santa Banta News

Zayn Malik misses ex-fiancee? Former One Direction member Zayn Malik has reportedly told his ex-fiancee Perrie Edwards he still loves her. Malik is said to have used a text message to open his heart to his exfiancee, reports mirror.co.uk. He ended their four-year relationship earlier this year with a single message out of the blue, despite having planned a wedding with the Little Mix star. He has since been seen out with a string of girls, something which a source close to Edwards says is "killing her". And friends of Edwards are said to fear that she will take him back. The source said: "Zayn has started messaging Perrie again saying he misses and still loves her. "Although Perrie is trying to be strong and move on, it's obvious to everyone around her she's still in love with Zayn. "Seeing him with other women is

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Monday, November 2, starts a fiery week and month when bright ideas are abundant and there are more than enough tactics to make your plans happen. You can even (Mar. (Mar.2121- April April 19) sweet-talk people into helping out with your agenda. Some new business ideas or maybe real estate opportunities come with the New Moon on November 11. If you're looking for a new residence, you could find something nice now. Work is booming, so money should be there. Get ready to celebrate with the Full Moon on November 25.

You're on fire on November 2. Pick carefully what you choose to do and then go and blast through it. Be ambitious but under control and don't get baited into emotionally defending (July23-Aug 23-Aug (July 22)22) yourself. Home life takes a turn for the better around the November 11 New Moon. Even if you're content, things can be much better, more relaxing, and pleasing for you. It's possible you're working so much that you don't think about how things are functioning at home. It's a bright, maybe boisterous Full Moon on November 25.

Friday, November 6, is your day to have all the little things go your way. Think positive and keep expectations modest. You'll keep a lot of things to yourself around the New Moon on November 11. It's not so much being secretive and slinky. You're just getting more information and having a firmer plan before talking about (Nov22 22--Dec. Dec 21) (Nov. 21 things that aren't yet started. Love shines into your life with the Full Moon on November 25. Thanksgiving Day may be primarily a family holiday, but romance won't be far away. Be helpful and respectful on November 29 and make some well-placed friends.

Pleasant social times and romance may be yours on the weekend starting November 6. You may not warm up to everyone at first, but the atmosphere mellows on Saturday. New love comes your way with the New Moon on November 11. If you're happy as is, you may rethink some facet of your (Apr. 20- may 20) relationship to make things even better. Around the November 25 Full Moon your thoughts turn to money and all your favorite things to do with it. Holiday shopping and food could be high on your list.

Accomplish a lot on Friday, November 6. If there are a number of loose ends you've wanted to tie up, do them all now. Friends and neighbors have plans for you during the November 11 New Moon. Listen to some new fun ideas, all close to home and free (or (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) almost free). Be prominent at work and in any public setting around the November 25 Full Moon. If you have a long weekend, get any necessary work out of the way and face a work-free holiday weekend.

trouble getting heard and respected. Go out and have fun with some new people in some new places at the November 11 New Moon. It won't take you long to think of fresh amusements, especially if some old favorite place or activity (Dec 22.22.- Jan. Jan. 19) 19) isn't available anymore. Solidify part of your (Dec daily routine at home with the Full Moon on November 25 and have a smoother, more peaceful, long holiday weekend. You don't need to work so hard doing so much that never sees the light of day anyway. Enjoy the weekend. November 1 could be an emotional day when nobody understands you or people just want to be difficult. The month improves after this rocky start. Get serious and smarter at work or in some public place with the November 11 New Moon. If you want to start something new at work, you can figure out the right way to (Jan. 20 -Feb. 19) proceed now. The November 25 Full Moon (Jan 20 Feb shines on good times and maybe some crazy fun. Have big fun and surround yourself with lively, lighthearted people. It's a long holiday weekend for many people and everyone will appreciate blowing off some steam. ______________ November 6 starts a lucky, emotional weekend when you can have a pleasant time at home. Keep plans small and see big enjoyment. The New Moon on November 11 may inspire a lot of dreams and big (Feb. 20 -Mar. 20) ambitions. It's always good to look at the (Feb 20 Mar 20 big picture and want to live a bigger life. You can do all this and still complete whatever daily life requires. Sweet family emotions can surface with this Full Moon on November 25. It's the day before Thanksgiving, so nerves and any unresolved family stress could be in the air. You can make it a good experience for everyone.

While everyone around you may be getting emotional and loud, you'll see through all the silliness and figure out why people are upset. You know what's real and you'll be able to calmly deal with it all. There could be an addition to your work routine around the New Moon on November 11. Or perhaps (May 21-June 21) you'll think of a great hack to some part of your domestic routine that makes everything easier. You don't have to volunteer to do all the Thanksgiving Day preparations. The Full Moon on November 25 energizes you and brings you lots of cheerful helping hands.

People will have a very hard time denying you even the smallest request on Sunday, November 8. Use that extra charm with discretion and win lots of affection. Don't be afraid to spend a little money, especially on something you need anyway, under the New (Sept. 23 (Sept. 23 -Oct. -Oct.23) 23) Moon on November 11. There's always going to be a reason to deprive yourself. The Full Moon on November 25 may inflate your plans for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Let your neighbors, friends, and family keep things under control and entertain you for a change.

Be at your most psychic on November 1 and find a comforting solution to an emotional problem. If you haven't been having enough fun lately, the New Moon on November 11 will change all that. It may not be raucous party time all month, but you'll definitely ( June 22-July 22) see more and do more with people who lift your spirits. The Full Moon on November 25 may bring you some peace and quiet during a busy holiday weekend. Participate as much as you please, but don't feel obliged to do more than that. If family or friends want to confide in you, listen and keep your peace.

You can solve some sticky problems on November 2. Your thinking is sharpest and your desire is high. Be tactful and avoid direct confrontation. A sense of humor helps. The New Moon on November 11 lights up your cleverness (Oct. 24 - Nov. 21) and shrewd assessment of money, friends, (Oct. 24 - Nov. 21) and how other people image you should do things. But you aren't them - you're you. You may get several invitations for the long holiday weekend, and the Full Moon on November 25 will make several of them appealing.

Dear SOS Dear SOS: I married my husband in India and 9 years ago I came to Canada. Four years ago, my parents and two of my younger brothers, whom my husband and I sponsored came to Canada. Since then both of my brothers have become old enough to be married. One of my brother says he doesn’t want to marry in India and the other one already has a girlfriend in India whom he wants to marry. The problem is that my husband and my in-laws have been pressuring me to convince my family to marry one or both of my brothers into their close relatives in India, so that their relative’s daughters can come to Canada. My husband and his parents are very dominating. They don’t have a good relationship with my family. They put my family down at any chance they get. My in-laws were wealthy landlords in India and my father was working in public service. So they think they are better than my family. Because they sponsored my family, they think

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my family now owes them to do whatever they want. I have tried to explain to them it’s not possible, as one of my brother has a girlfriend he loves and he wants to marry her and the other one doesn’t want to marry in India. But they refuse to listen. They keep ranting if my brothers don’t want to marry the girls, then they should do the marriage in paper only so that the girls can come to Canada. Three times in the last year and half my husband has kicked me out of the house. He told me if my family doesn’t want to have relationship with his family by helping to sponsor their relatives from India then I should just go live with my family. Each time some family friends and relatives have helped to talk to them into taking me back. I have two small kids. And I don’t know what to do. Last time he left me with my family for two months before his family agreed that I can come home. Again, it has started. Every day

or other day he fights with me. Telling me how bad my family is. I fear one of these day he will again kick me out of the house. I don’t know what to do. Helpless in Surrey Dear Helpless in Surrey: What your husband and in-laws are asking your family to do is illegal. They could all go to jail for that. I hate to say this, but I will, as I am sure you already know this anyways. You have a loser for a husband. As long as you allow him and his family to abuse you this way, they will continue to do so. Tough as it is, it’s time to put a stop to this abuse. It’s not healthy for you or your young kids. You don’t say if he physically abuses you, but I can only assume he does. Clearly, tell your husband to stop this or you will make a report to the police and tell them what they have been doing to you and your family. Next time he asks you to leave, just pack your bag and go. Don’t come back. If your family can’t help you then ask your local women’s shelter for help. Try to record or write down everything that happens to you. If your husband beats you or makes a threat on your life, make sure you let your doctor or someone in authority know. Any injury you receive due to abuse by your husband or your in-laws make sure to file a report with

your doctor, so that it’s on file. It would also help your case to collect some evidence. Whatever you do, keep yourself and your kids safe. If you have a problem talking to the doctor or police then ask a relative or family friends to help you. See if you can record their demands on a tape recorder or on a camera. This will help you in the long run, should something happen. Don’t worry about the finances. If you need to live on your own you can apply for welfare assistance. Welfare department can help you with rent and grocery. Good Luck. And keep safe.

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Why Alia is avoiding talks on 'Shuddhi'? Alia Bhatt is not keen to divulge any details about 'Shuddhi' amid strong rumours that the troubled project is finally being shelved. The last time "Shuddhi" was in news is when Alia and Varun Dhawan were announced as its new cast. Now, gossip mills are abuzz about its undecided fate but there is no official statement from the makers regarding the same. When prodded on the Karan Johar project, Alia said, "I don't know why I am asked this question. I believe to talk about the fate of the film on behalf of the makers is wrong. I am just a representative of the project. I am not the maker. So any details regarding 'Shuddhi' or any other film should always be discussed with the people who make the film." The 22-year-old actress, meanwhile, is excited about her other upcoming film "Udta Punjab" which stars Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor. On working with Kareena, she said, "We haven't done any scenes together but I had the opportunity to be around her (Kareena).. see her. We spent one whole day together. It was a 'Shaandaar' (her upcoming film) experience." On comparisons with her industry senior, Alia said,"There can be no way where there can be comparisons between us." Initially, "Shuddhi" was to star Kareena Kapoor and Hrithik. But it got derailed due to Hrithik's health issues leading to his exit following which Kareena also walked out.

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Karan Johar and directed by "Agneepath" helmer Karan Malhotra. -By Santa Banta News Network

Here's why Salman will be visiting Ahmedabad Superstar Salman Khan, who is returning to filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya's production banner Rajshri Productions with the forthcoming film "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo", will kickstart the promotions of the family drama from here. The actor will travel to the city in Gujarat on Wednesday to attend Garba programmes and enjoy the Navratri festival. "Salman is very excited to begin the promotions and he is looking forward to

playing Garba in Ahmedabad," the spokesperson of the film said in a statement. He will be joined by his co-star Sonam Kapoor. After the trailer launch of "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo" earlier this month, this will be the first time that Salman will be interacting with the media with respect to the film. -By Santa Banta News Network

Katrina Kaif has not asked filmmaker Anurag Basu to fire up her chemistry with rumoured boyfriend Ranbir Kapoor in their upcoming comedy-drama film "Jagga Jasoos", says her spokesperson. According to reports, Katrina is said to be worried about Ranbir and his former girlfriend Deepika Padukone's sizzling chemistry in the forthcoming film "Tamasha". "These rumours are clearly someone's imagination running wild. Though this makes fodder for gossip, it is categorically and entirely untrue. These stories are misleading to the audience and fans in general. Such idle gossip is really avoidable and childish," Katrina's spokesperson said in a statement. Deepika and Ranbir are returning on the silver screen together after a gap of two years with filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's romantic drama film "Tamasha", which is slated to release on November 27. Meanwhile, "Jagga Jasoos", which is slated to release in June next year, will feature the couple after 2010's "Raajneeti". -By Santa Banta News Network

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A look at Geeta Basra and Harbhajan Singh's love story Geeta Basra may have had an uneventful Bollywood career - she debuted with 'Dil Diya Hai' (2006) and followed it up with 'The Train' (2007), both opposite Emraan Hashmi - but she stayed in news as cricketer Harbhajan Singh's special someone. After an eightyear courtship, the couple ties the knot at Phagwara, near Harbhajan’s hometown Jalandhar in Punjab. A beauty pageant winner, Geeta hails from Portsmouth in England where her parents run a convenience store. Harbhajan and Geeta's love story began in 2007 when she was introduced to him through a common associate at an event. They clicked, but had to be discrete. At that time, Geeta had big Bollywood dreams, but after her films didn't work at the box office, she decided to concentrate on her personal life. Quiet entry In 2008, Harbhajan took part in a dance reality show called 'Ek Haseena, Ek Khiladi'. Telly actress Mona Singh was the cricketer's dance partner and they even went on to win it. When in Mumbai

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to open their monthly and annual statements. Take the time to read your statement and learn about any terms you don't understand. 4. Communicate. If you use a financial advisor, be sure to keep your advisor up-to-date on any changes – both good and bad – that might affect your financial situation. Deciding what to do with added income from a raise is as important as adjusting your plan to deal with a job loss. 5. Meet regularly with your advisor. Do it even if there are no changes. Take your statements to the meeting and ask questions about anything you don't understand. Be aware that over the next few months, your investment statements will be changing – becoming easier to read and understand. Then, starting in about a year, you'll receive new and important information about your investments in reader-friendly formats with clear explanations of various terms. You will get the most out of the changes that are coming if you begin building your good habits now, and take the first steps to becoming an informed investor.

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(NC) Changes coming soon to client statements will tell Canadians more than ever before about their investments. After December 31, 2015, all securities firms are required to provide the following information if they are not already doing so: 1. The total amount you paid to purchase your investment, including any transaction charges related to your purchase. 2. The price at which your investment can be sold on the market at a point in time. 3. The total value of all cash and investments in your account at the beginning and the end of the statement period. 4. Whether your mutual fund is subject to a deferred sales charge – a fee that does not have to be paid until you sell your fund. After a certain number of years, these charges usually decline to zero. 5. Whether your mutual fund is covered by an investor protection fund and the name of that fund. 6. Information as to who is named as the owner of the investment, and a description of how it is held. [Some investments are held in the client's name and some are held in the firm's name. It's up to you.] Ask your financial advisor to explain any terms or content included in your statement that you don't fully understand. Better conversations with your advisor lead to more informed decisions that help you reach your financial goals.

Apna Roots, November 6th, 2015

Celebrating South Asian contributions to B.C.'s shared history

The South Asian contribution to the province’s and the country’s shared history will be on permanent display in the B.C. legislature after last week’s announcement by Premier Christy Clark that an historically symbolic flag would be installed inside the Parliament Buildings. The 1874 version of the Red Ensign flag is one of the first Canadian flags to display the emblem of British Columbia after the province joined Confederation in 1871. The flag was presented to the province by Steven Purewal, founder of Indus Media Foundation Canada, in honour of the contributions made to British Columbia, Canada, and the British Crown by the Punjabi community. It is dedicated to Kesur Singh, a Risaldar Major Captain in the British Indian Army who arrived in B.C. as one of Canada’s first Sikh immigrants. It is the version of the Canadian flag that would have flown over government buildings when he arrived. “With Remembrance Day two weeks away, this is a meaningful time to commemorate our history – and better understand how we got to today,” said Premier Clark. “The prosperous, free, and multicultural province we’re so fortunate to call home was built through the hard

work and sacrifice of people who came from halfway around the world in search of a better life.” Many early South Asian Sikh pioneers were veterans of colonial Punjabi regiments that had served the Crown since 1849, when Punjab became part of the British Empire. They came to Canada looking for a better life, but faced difficult conditions. In 1914, the Komagata Maru ship carrying 376 passengers from India was turned away from the port in Vancouver. In 2008, the B.C. Legislature formal apologized for the incident. During the First World War Punjabi soldiers were fighting shoulder-toshoulder with Canadians. They suffered enormous losses – and in death, 100 years after the war, they lie beside their Canadian brothers-in-arms in 17 cemeteries scattered across French and Belgian Flanders. “This centennial is an opportunity to commemorate those who lost their lives, but also to engage today’s youth and diverse communities about the significance of the sacrifices that were made,” said Purewal. “During WWI, nearly 500,000 Punjabis fought in a joint cause with Canada, despite the discriminatory conditions prevailing at

the time -- their service and notion of duty was truly remarkable.” Premier Clark and Purewal were joined by members of Surrey-based 3300 British Columbia Regiment (Bhai Kanhaiya) Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps, along with leaders from B.C.’s Sikh communities. The history and contributions of the South Asian communities to B.C. are part of the province’s new K-12 curriculum being phased in over the next three years. “We’re not just talking about history, we’re talking about today,” said Premier Clark. “B.C. is a place where we recognize and embrace the contributions of all diverse communities, including

South Asians, including First Nations, including Europeans – and celebrate the new generation moving forward.” Quick Facts: B.C. is the most ethnically diverse province in Canada and welcomes nearly 40,000 new immigrants every year. Sikhs are the largest South Asian ethnic group in Canada. · Established in 2013, the 3300 RCACC is the first cadet corps in Canada to embrace the Sikh culture and contribution to Canada’s military history as part of their corps identity. One-quarter of the people in B.C. are self-identified visible minorities.