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Amanpreet Bal, 29, was last year’s homicide victim in Kelowna KELOWNA RCMP noted last week that it was the one-year anniversary of the Trumpeter Court homicide investigation and identified the victim as 29-year-old Amanpreet Bal in the hopes of advancing their investigation. Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy said that Bal had moved to the Kelowna area from the Lower Mainland just before the homicide, adding: “We believe this shooting was connected to ongoing criminal activity at that time, the details of which we are not releasing.” Just before midnight on March 24, 2020, Kelowna RCMP responded to numerous complaints of gunfire in the area of Trumpeter Court. Officers located a deceased adult male in the front seat of a vehicle in the 300-block of Trumpeter Court. The Kelowna RCMP Serious Crime Unit (SCU) assumed carriage of the investigation and determined that this appeared to be a targeted shooting, but despite a thorough investigation, no arrests have been made at this time. If you witnessed this incident, have not yet spoken to police, or have any information about this homicide, you are urged to call the Kelowna

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Norm Lipinski. Photo: SPS structure during the transition, the deployment model for increasing Surrey Police resources while RCMP resources are systematically reduced and the post-transition command structure. Additional logistical considerations include recruiting and onboarding of sworn officers and new recruits, the transition of City of Surrey staff currently supporting the RCMP, transfer and acquisition of equipment and vehicles, implementation of technology, acquisition of uniforms and much more, according to a SPS press release. While these are technical, legal, and logistical matters of consideration, there remains other key areas of importance: support for new SPS members, and community engagement and consultation to name a few. “The complexity of a transition of this nature does not allow for a simple stop/start, but necessitates a respectful,

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Lawyer Sumandip Singh suspended from practising law for two years THE Law Society of British Columbia has suspended lawyer Sumandip Singh from practicing law for two years after a disciplinary panel found that he had committed professional misconduct in an array of matters, “comprising in total more than 40 events of professional misconduct.” (The Law Society stated on its website that by agreement, the suspension will start on May 1). The decision says that in general terms Singh’s misconduct can be described under five broad headings: (a) facilitating in a variety of methods the unauthorized practice of law by Gerhard Albertus Pyper, a recently disbarred lawyer; (b) misconduct in communications and submissions with respect to members of the public, other lawyers and the courts/tribunals; (c) misconduct by improperly commissioning documents for use in court proceedings and Land Title Office matters; (d) misconduct demonstrated by the provision of legal services to clients that failed to meet the qual-

ity of service required by members of the legal profession; and (e) misconduct in his dealings with the Law Society during the course of the investigation. The disciplinary panel notes: “Over a period of several years, with no apparent justification or motive, [Singh] allowed a notorious disbarred lawyer to have free access to the offices, staff and equipment of [Singh] with full knowledge that the disbarred lawyer was practising law, rendering accounts to unsuspecting clients, and generally carrying on the misbehaviour that led to the disbarment of the lawyer in the first place.” It also notes: “[Singh] was involved in a lengthy litigation involving Worksafe BC and several clients over a somewhat protracted period of time. In the course of his communications with government ministries involved with Worksafe BC, [Singh] made comments suggesting that Worksafe BC was guilty of discrimination to an “astounding” extent, that the internal review process at Worksafe BC is “to say the least,” cor-

rupt, and that officers are tampering with evidence just to dismiss review applications.” It adds: “In a letter to counsel for Worksafe BC, the [Singh] wrote “. . . we trust you had the opportunity to reflect on your disgraceful conduct” and “your conduct and the level of corruption in the ranks of Worksafe BC has reached levels of unacceptable proportions.” We have repeated here just a very small number of the multiple examples of entirely inappropriate communications delivered and adopted by [Singh]. … The degree to which [Singh] is guilty of uncivil communications is both astounding and inexcusable. The circumstances of this allegation by itself will justify a very serious penalty. These instances are not isolated and occurred over a very long span of time.” While discussing the appropriate action against Singh, the disciplinary panel states: “The last minute acceptance of responsibility for the array of professional misconduct arrived in our view too late to be a factor in mitigation of an appropriate suspension. Simply put, there

are no mitigating circumstances of any moment in this case.” It says: “We accordingly order that [Singh] serve a suspension from the practice of law for a two-year period, commencing on April 1, 2021 or such other reasonable start date as may be agreed by the parties. In selecting this duration of suspension we believe that we have applied the principle of a global penalty and have not provided an accumulation of individual penalties for each identified event of misconduct. Had we done that it should be clear that the suspension would have a duration in excess of five years or more.” Also, Singh must practise under the supervision of a supervising lawyer approved by the Practice Standards Committee and on terms and conditions specified by that committee for the first full year following his return to practice. Singh has to pay $41,098.77 in costs. For the link to the full decision, visit our website voiceonline.com

SPS forging ahead in building and developing process toward operational readiness CONTINUED FROM 1 phased-in approach,” said Deputy Chief Constable Jennifer Hyland, the first of three deputy chiefs to join SPS since January and the officer in charge of the Support Services Bureau. “Part of our approach is to prepare for online townhall sessions with prospective SPS officers, to answer their questions, to support them in their goals and to

hear firsthand what ours are.” SPS remains focused on continued collaboration with all levels of government and the RCMP to solidify the transfer of police service, including investigative files and other operational matters. “It requires deliberate, meticulous and thoughtful planning, and precision in decision making,” added Deputy Chief Constable Todd Matsumoto, the officer in charge of the Inves-

tigative Services Bureau. “This will be my focus as my team works to assume investigative files, both large and small.” Deputy Chief Mike LeSage, in charge of the Community Policing Bureau said: “The citizens of Surrey can be assured that public safety will not be compromised in any way during this transition and once we are operational, we will be focused on the needs of the commu-

nity, serving with compassion and humility.” Building the infrastructure of the organization, having the Senior Leadership Team in place, and now cascading the recruiting and hiring to the Staff Sergeant and Sergeant ranks, the Surrey Police Service is well beyond a concept and forging ahead in the building and developing process toward operational readiness.

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Surrey Police Service appoints five more inspectors, including Bal Brach

SURREY Police Service (SPS) on Thursday announced the appointment of five new members to the leadership team. With a blend of both municipal and RCMP and a depth of operational, investigative, and community policing experience, Bal Brach, Cliff Chastellaine, Jeff Harris, Jeff Metcalfe and Dawn Richards are the newest inspectors hired by SPS. “These officers are key additions in building the infrastructure of the organization,” said SPS Chief Constable Norm Lipinski. “Bringing a diverse and varied level of experience, they will assist in shaping the strategies for a community-centered policing model readying SPS for boots on the ground.” The transition from a federal policing model to a local model is a complex and multifaceted initiative that is being strategically and methodically planned in partnership with key stakeholders at the municipal, provincial, and federal level and each new team member brought on has specific accountabilities and duties related to the transition plan, the deployment model and the building of policies and standards, according to the SPS.

(From left to right) Bal Brach, Cliff Chastellaine, Jeff Harris, Jeff Metcalfe and Dawn Richards. “As I have said since the outset of as- worked across the Province of BC, * A 24-year member of the RCMP, suming the role of Chief, the transfer Ottawa and Iqaluit, Nunavut. In- Inspector Metcalfe is no stranger to of policing responsibility will happen spector Chastellaine has extensive Surrey having served for a period in an orderly and efficient manner. It experience in front-line patrol, ma- of time at Surrey Detachment in will be done right, not fast and I am jor crime, commercial crime and general duty patrol, bike patrol secconfident that Bal, Cliff, Jeff, Jeff and national security investigations. As tion, serious crime and auto theft. Dawn are going to be as committed the Superintendent, BC-RCMP Major Although his career took him across to success as the rest of my team.” Crime Section, he is the Operations the Province, he is proud to continue * Inspector Brach, a police offi- officer for the Special Projects Unit, to serve the community he resides cer for 25 years, joins SPS from his Unsolved Homicide Unit, Polygraph in as an Inspector with the Surrey current role, as the Superinten- Unit, Interview Team, and Integrated Police Service. Inspector Metcalfe is dent Senior Investigative Services Municipal Provincial Auto Crime presently the Divisional Duty Officer, Officer, Lower Mainland District Team (IMPACT). BC-RCMP Criminal Operations. Prior RCMP, where he is responsible for * Inspector Harris began policing to this, he was the Officer in Charge integrated policing units through- in 1987 with the RCMP in Saskatch- of RCMP Digital Forensic Services. out the Lower Mainland, including ewan before joining the Vancouver * Inspector Richards began her caEmergency Response Team (ERT), Police Department in August 1991. reer in law enforcement with CanForensics (IFIS), Collision Analysts He has a broad range of experience ada Immigration at the Vancouver and Reconstruction (ICARS) and that spans across many policing spe- Airport prior to transitioning to the Major Case Investigations. Inspector cialty services including, Emergency Vancouver Police Department (VPD) Brach brings his unique experience Response Team, Emergency Opera- in 1998, initially working in the enand perspective to Surrey Police Ser- tion & Planning Section, Professional tertainment and downtown eastvice having worked extensively with Standards and Education and Train- side districts. She worked her way several different communities and ing Sections. He not only served to through the ranks and is currently policing agencies (RCMP and mu- protect the public he also focused the District Command Inspectornicipal alike) throughout the Lower on officer wellness having served on Operations Division. As her career Mainland. the Critical Incident Stress Manage- advanced, she worked extensively * From RCMP Auxiliary Constable ment Team (CISM) where he helped in VPD’s Investigation Division, tarto Superintendent, Chastellaine many members recover from their geting organized crime, working continues his pursuit to make a dif- involvement in traumatic incidents. complex gang investigations and ference in serving Surrey, the com- Inspector Harris is presently the Duty projects while in the Gang Crime munity in which he lives. In his 25- Officer in the Operations Division at Unit, Homicide and Robbery Assault year career with the RCMP he has Vancouver Police Department. sections, and the Combined Forces

Photos: SPS Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU-BC). Additionally, she has done much work in specialty areas including child exploitation, domestic violence, human trafficking and led VPD in Trauma Informed Practices, developing and providing training opportunities and ensuring all section members better understood child and adult trauma and its impact. “With strong leadership in place, our next step is to focus on building up the Recruiting Unit and begin the hiring process for the Staff Sergeant and Sergeant ranks. In the coming months we will begin the recruiting process for experienced constables and new recruits having established the terms and conditions for all ranks,” said Lipinski. “We are moving forward and anxious to begin community consultation on shaping the policing priorities with the community, in the coming months as our foundational work progresses.” For more information and to make application with the Surrey Police Service, visit https://www.surreypolice.ca/careers. For more details on the officers, visit our website voiceonline.com

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UNIVERSITY RCMP are investigating the alleged unprovoked assault on an Asian woman. Police are asking anyone with information or anyone who was a witness to come forward. On Saturday, March 27 at around 8:10 p.m., a woman was taking out the garbage in the alley located behind the 5700-block of University Boulevard when an unknown man approached her. He used a racial term and then punched her in the head and stomach before running in an unknown direction. The victim then hid and called 911. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries and since been released. The suspect is described as male, medium build, tall, wearing a hoodie, sweat pants and runners. He had on a dark face mask. This investigation is in the early stages and police are not ruling any motives including that this crime had an element of bias or hate involved.

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Parliamentary Secretary Rachna Singh on anti-Asian racism RACHNA Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, on Sunday released the following statement on antiAsian racism in response to the recent shootings in the United States and various rallies happening across this country: “Xiaojie Tan. Daoyou Feng. Hyun Jung Grant. Soon Chung Park. Suncha Kim. Yong Ae Yue. Paul Andre Michels. Delaina Ashley Yaun. “We remember them. “The shootings that took the lives of eight innocent people in Atlanta, Georgia, recently happened in the U.S., but we’re not immune to anti-Asian racism in Canada. “From the head tax to nu-

Rachna Singh merous attacks against people of Asian descent during the COVID-19 pandemic, racism in Canada is just as pervasive, systemic and violent. To think otherwise is, at best, naiveté and, at worst, complicity. “Anti-Asian hate crimes increased by over 700% compared to last year in Vancouver. Like all hate

crimes, these numbers likely under-represent the true scale of the problem throughout our province. Racism leaves a lasting impact that hurts mentally and physically. “But, we are strong. The Asian Canadian community has demonstrated inspiring resiliency. The strength and spirit of our communities will not be diminished. We must speak out against racism when we see it, as uncomfortable as it is. “We will not let senseless and illogical hatred, based on the colour of our skin, intimidate or make us feel like we are less than others. “Hate has a long history in British Columbia and still exists today. But everyone

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Greta Thunberg, Dr. Bonnie Henry to receive honorary degrees from UBC B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and internationally renowned climate activist Greta Thunberg will receive honorary degrees from UBC this spring. Dr. Henry will receive her honorary degree from UBC Vancouver, while Thunberg will receive her honorary

degree from UBC Okanagan. They are among 18 individuals receiving honorary degrees from UBC. “I am delighted to bestow honorary degrees to Dr. Henry and Ms. Thunberg, along with all of our remarkable recipients this spring,” says UBC President and Vice-Chancellor Santa

J. Ono. “Dr. Henry and Ms. Thunberg have served as leading voices in the midst of two of the most significant crises we collectively have ever faced: the global pandemic and climate change. They are truly an inspiration to us all at UBC.” UBC confers honorary degrees—the highest hon-

ours conferred by the university—to deserving individuals who have made substantial contributions to society. Honorary degrees are conferred honoris causa, meaning “for the sake of honour,” and are awarded as one of three types: Doctor of Laws, Doctor of Letters, and Doctor of Science. Dr. Henry is receiving a Doctor of Science, while Thunberg is receiving a Doctor of Laws. Dr. Henry is B.C.’s Provincial Health Officer and a former physician epidemiologist for the B.C. Centre for Disease Control. The calm, assured face of the COVID-19 pandemic response in B.C., she has led the government initiative from a rational, scientific perspective, garnering accolades from across Canada and internationally. Her specialized work in public health and preventive medicine also includes critical international initiatives such as the WHO/ UNICEF polio eradication program in Pakistan and the World Health Organization’s response to the Ebola outbreak in Uganda. Thunberg, 18, has gained international recognition for challenging world leaders to take immediate, science-based action against climate change, and for sparking climate-change activism in many parts of the world. A three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee, she has given speeches at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland;

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Three-week circuit breaker to bend the curve, protect people No dine-in service; workers strongly encouraged to work from home; students down to Grade 4 encouraged to wear masks at school TO address rising COVID-19 case counts, protect people and communities and help break the chain of COVID-19 transmission, the Provincial Health Officer amended the provincial public health orders effective midnight March 30. “COVID-19 continues to create challenges for people and businesses throughout B.C., and we are grateful for the sacrifices people continue to make to keep one another safe,” said Premier John Horgan on Monday. “We know that the idea of more restrictions is not welcome news, but we are asking people to rise to the challenge with the confidence that vaccines mean better days are ahead. We are not out of the woods yet, but the provincial health officer’s orders, combined with our vaccines, give us the tools we need to move out of this pandemic together.” New and amended orders and guidelines are in effect through April 19, and include: * For restaurants, bars and pubs, all food and

John Horgan Photo: B.C. Government liquor-serving premises must only provide take-out or delivery service. Dine-in service is prohibited, except for outdoor patios. People dining on patios should do so with their immediate household or core bubble. * Indoor, adult group fitness activities of any kind are also paused. Gyms and fitness centres are restricted to individual or one-on-

one activities only, i.e., one-on-one personal training. * The previously announced class variance for limited indoor worship services has been suspended. Outdoor worship services under the current variance may continue. * Travel continues to be limited to essential travel, work or medical reasons only. For those who have travelled outside their health region, if you or anyone in your family develops any signs of illness, you must stay home from work, school or daycare, and arrange to get tested immediately. * Whistler-Blackcomb ski resort is closed through to April 19 to address and prevent community spread related to non-essential travel. * All workers are strongly encouraged to work from home, where possible. * Public health guidance for schools has also been amended to support and encourage students down to Grade 4 to wear masks

while at school. “Rising case levels, variants of concern, increased transmission and an increase in more severe cases are huge concerns,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “B.C. public health officials are making the tough choices now to break the chain and protect our communities.” Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer, said: “Social connection is important, and so is keeping our loved ones and ourselves safe. We all have a choice – to stay safe or put our loved ones, our friends and ourselves at risk, which is why non-essential activities need to be limited and need to be outside with the same small number of people. The sacrifices we make today will help all of us to get through this storm.” To learn about amended and existing provincewide restrictions, visit: https://www2. gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/info/restrictions

Immunize BC, pharmacists move up vaccines for ages 55-65 on Lower Mainland A partnership between Immunize BC and community pharmacists to make the COVID-19 AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD vaccine available to those aged 55 to 65 living on the Lower Mainland was launched on Wednesday, March 31. “We’re moving ahead with our immunization plan and delivering on our promise to British Columbians to move as quickly as possible, and as safely as possible, to get them the vaccines that they have been waiting patiently for,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. To help combat high numbers of COVID-19 cases in the Lower Mainland, Immunize BC is partnering with community pharmacies in the Vancouver Coastal and Fraser Health regions to provide vaccinations ahead of B.C.’s COVID-19 Immunization Plan’s agebased schedule. “The AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD vaccine is

another important tool in our immunization program to get us past this surge of COVID-19 cases. We know from the millions of doses used worldwide, and especially in the U.K., it is highly effective and the benefits to those over age 55 far outweigh the very real risks of getting COVID-19,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer. “I encourage everyone in the Lower Main-

land who is between 55 and 65 years of age to receive their safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine today.” Those aged 55 to 65 may call their local pharmacy and book an appointment to receive their vaccine. Drop-in service may be an option at the more than 150 participating pharmacies. People must bring their personal health number, which is found on their BC Services Card or CareCard. “Since the approval of the AstraZeneca/ COVISHIELD vaccine, the first fridge-stable vaccine available in Canada, we have been planning this partnership with our community pharmacy sector,” said Dr. Penny Ballem, Executive Lead of B.C.’s COVID-19 Immunization Program. “This initial phase is an exciting start to our ongoing work together, which will distribute the 300,000 anticipated doses of this vaccine to the whole province.”

“Pharmacies are ready to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in B.C. by beginning to offer vaccinations by local pharmacists near where people live,” said Annette Robinson, President, BC Pharmacy Association. “Pharmacists have done vaccinations since 2009 and safely delivered more than 1 million flu shots to British Columbians this past flu season.” On March 29, the National Advisory Committee on Immunization recommended a pause in the use of the AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD vaccine in all people under 55 years of age in Canada until more information is available on the rare events of blood clots seen in some countries in Europe. There is now an opportunity to use AstraZeneca doses available in B.C. to focus on those whose risk of COVID-19 is higher and to give them protection sooner.

Levels of trust for COVID-19 vaccines: Leger survey * 82% of Canadians trust Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, while 77% trust Moderna’s, 69% trust Johnson & Johnson’s, and 53% trust AstraZeneca’s. * Among Americans, 63% trust Pfizer’s vaccine, while 58% trust Moderna’s, 58% trust Johnson & Johnson’s, and 37% trust AstraZeneca’s.

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Parliamentary Secretary Rachna Singh on Sikh Heritage Month RACHNA Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, to mark Sikh Heritage Month said on Thursday: “The Sikh community has continued to enrich and strengthen our province since the first Gurdwara opened its doors more than 100 years ago in Vancouver. British Columbia is now home to one of the largest Sikh populations outside of India, and we are grateful for the rich culture and diversity that they bring to this province. “April is an important month for Sikhs

around the world. For more than 300 years, Sikhs come together to mark the creation of the Khalsa of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, which imparts the values of equality, selfless service and social justice that are so important to the Sikh community. This month is also a chance to celebrate the harvest and the start of a new agricultural year as part of Vaisakhi, the holiest celebration in Sikh faith. “While celebrations will look different this year with COVID-19 still on our doorstep, I

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BC Liberals statement on Sikh Heritage Month MLA for Richmond North Centre and Opposition Critic for Tourism, Arts and Culture Teresa Wat has issued the following statement for Sikh Heritage Month: “British Columbia is home to the largest population of Sikhs in all of Canada, and today we recognize and honour the amazing contributions our Sikh communities have made to our province. “As we enter the second year of the pandemic, we continue to be inspired by the many ways our temples and Sikh organizations have found to support each other

Teresa Wat and those most vulnerable in our communities. This is a testament to the spirit of perseverance and kindness that is so prevalent throughout our Sikh community. “It is this spirit that has

helped build our province and drive it forward culturally and economically for over a century, and in the month of April we recognize the important contributions Sikh Canadians have made to British Columbia’s past and continue to make today. “I want to thank all members of the Sikh community for their selfless service in these tough times and encourage everyone to learn more about how Sikhs have contributed to British Columbia’s culture, economy, and society this Sikh Heritage Month.”

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Fraser Health prepares to transition to provincial Get Vaccinated online registration, booking system FrASer Health said on Tuesday that its online booking tool is going through important maintenance to ensure there is a comprehensive transition to the provincial online booking and registration system set to launch on April 6.

AS part of B.C.’s COVID-19 Immunization Plan, workers can take the time they need to receive the COVID-19 vaccine without fear of losing their jobs, the Province announced on Thursday. “We need to get British Columbians vaccinated if we want to put this pandemic behind us,” said Harry Bains, Minister of Labour. “This safeguard ensures no one will lose their job if they need time away from

Effective immediately, and until 7 a.m. on April 6, eligible people in the Fraser Health region who would like to book their COVID-19 immunization appointment can do so one of two ways: * Between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.: Call our immunization

booking phone line at 1-855755-2455 (The phone line will operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 2 and Monday, April 5 to align with the statutory holidays). * Between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.: Access Fraser Health’s selfserve online booking tool

(The online tool will operate from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. on Friday, April 2 and Monday, April 5. On Saturday, April 3 and Sunday, April 4 it will run from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.). To date, Fraser Health said it has booked just over 222,070 immunization ap-

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employees vaccinated and providing a safe workspace for workers and customers.” In addition to these regulatory improvements, the government will explore options to provide workers with paid leave while getting their vaccine. This will include consultations with B.C.’s business community, labour organizations and workers who have been hit hardest by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This regulatory change also includes expanding the job-protected leave for reasons related to COVID-19, brought in last March, to fully align with the federal Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit and the Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit. Changes were made by the federal government in the months since B.C. introduced the COVID-19 related leave, so these changes ensure job protection for all eligible federal benefit pro-

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grams. A worker can now take jobprotected leave if they need to care for other family members because of COVID-19, and not only a child or dependent adult as previously defined. Improvements also allow workers with underlying conditions, who are undergoing treatment or who have contracted another illness that makes them more susceptible to COVID-19, to take the leave.

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THE BC Economic Development Association (BCEDA) has awarded the Surrey Makes PPE initiative the Economic Resiliency and Recovery Award. The BCEDA Award is given for a successful recovery initiative from natural and man-made disasters, including COVID-19, and promoting long term resiliency. The Surrey Makes PPE initiative was launched last April to meet the demand for made-in-Canada PPE. “I am proud that our Surrey Makes PPE has been duly recognized,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “The initiative was introduced when there was a shortage of PPE due to the reliance on foreign made supplies. Surrey Makes PPE stepped in at a critical time to create a Made-inCanada PPE supply chain. I want to commend our Surrey manufacturers for their ability to pivot quickly to meet the needs of our health-care professionals, frontline workers, and essential businesses at such a crucial time. With a madein-Canada supply chain now firmly established, Surrey Makes PPE has helped to protect Cana-

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THE BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) said on Monday that teachers throughout BC are relieved to learn that the province has strengthened their position on mask-wearing in schools, with students in Grades 4 to 12 now required to wear their masks full-time while at school, and maskwearing strongly encouraged among younger students in kindergarten to Grade 3. “Despite some vague wording, we have been assured by the Ministry of Education that today’s announcement equates to a province-wide expansion of the orders that were introduced in Surrey over the weekend,” said BCTF President Teri Mooring. “Our sincere thanks go out to the many teachers and parents who have advocated tireless-

Teri Mooring ly to get this safety measure in place as an added layer of protection for teachers and students.” Though teachers welcome this enhanced mask mandate, there is still much more that needs to be done to reduce the risk of in-school transmission. In particular, we know there are schools with inadequate ventilation systems. In these cases, classrooms

need portable ventilation systems provided by districts. Additionally, hybrid learning options need to be available to school districts to allow for adequate physical distancing, especially where there are high levels of community transmission of the virus. “Our unwavering advocacy has delivered some of the results we have been seeking, and now it’s time to shift our focus to the remaining health and safety concerns in schools throughout the province,” Mooring said. The BC Teachers’ Federation encourages teachers and parents to engage their respective MLAs and voice outstanding concerns over inadequate ventilation and an inability to physically distance with current class sizes.

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BC Liberals slam Horgan and NDP for pharmacy vaccine rollout confusion BC Liberal Interim Leader Shirley Bond and MLA Renee Merrifield, BC Liberal Critic for Health, said on Wednesday that at a time when people are looking for hope, Premier John Horgan and the NDP’s constant bungling is creating confusion and concern over vaccinations. They pointed out that on Tuesday, the NDP issued a

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was still no province-wide, specific, detailed plan for the vaccine rollout in British Columbia. Bond and Merrifield said: “Once the release was out, without any officials explaining it, many pharmacies were overwhelmed or simply didn’t even know they were on the list to start vaccinations today. Despite being told to call on March 31,

many appointments were fully filled before the booking window even opened. And to make matters worse, there is still no provincewide online booking system. “For weeks we have consistently been asking John Horgan to include community pharmacies as part of the rollout and to have a clearly laid out plan. That didn’t happen and British

Columbians deserve better. Yesterday was just another example of incompetence from a government that cannot manage to deliver on critical programs like the vaccination rollout. “Now the 55 to 65 age cohort in the Lower Mainland is left wondering what happened after feeling a sense of hope about the possibility of being vaccinated. We can certainly

understand how people are feeling frustration and anger about the latest problems with the vaccination rollout. It’s time for the Premier to step up, sort out the mess and put a plan in place that will ensure the vaccination process works for British Columbians. People expect, and deserve, better from this Premier and his government.”

NDP tell people to stay home, then tax home entertainment and sodas THE BC Liberals say that despite the third wave of COVID-19 in B.C. and new public health restrictions enacted this week, Premier John Horgan and the NDP are moving forward with their plans to tax streaming services like Netflix and Spotify and even goods like carbonated beverages. “We’ve opposed these NDP taxes since they were

announced and again today we are calling on John Horgan to reverse his decision to impose these new costs on so many British Columbians in the middle of a global pandemic and economic crisis,” said Interim Leader of the Official Opposition Shirley Bond on Wednesday. “British Columbians are struggling financially and have once

again been asked to do more to stop the spread. It’s the worst time for the NDP to be imposing new taxes on carbonated beverages and streaming platforms. British Columbians deserve a break.” Starting Thursday (April 1), all e-commerce providers from outside the province with more than $10,000 in sales in B.C. must collect

and charge PST to their customers, and PST will apply to all carbonated beverages whether they contain sugar or not. This includes soda fountains and soda guns, which will impact restaurants that are already struggling. “Countless restaurant and hospitality workers found out on Monday that they’re losing out on shifts for at

least the next three weeks, without any additional supports from the government. Now they’re about to pay more to responsibly have a movie night at home watching Netflix and enjoying some ginger ale,” said MLA Mike Bernier, BC Liberal Critic for Finance. “The fact that this soda tax applies not just to sugary drinks, but all carbonated bever-

ages including sugar-free alternatives, proves that this isn’t about promoting healthier habits. It’s about gouging British Columbians at a time when money is tight, the economy is struggling, and countless small businesses are on the edge of bankruptcy.” The taxes were postponed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vancouver Mayor Stewart to bring forward emergency motion to aid hospitality industry

VANCOUVER Mayor Kennedy Stewart, in response to Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry’s announcement of new orders directing restaurants to end inperson dining except for on patios, said on Monday that to help the already ailing hospitality industry, he will on Tuesday

bring forward for Council’s consideration an emergency motion asking staff to take extraordinary measures to do anything the City can to help, including further expanding patio options and spaces wherever possible. Stewart said the new rules are difficult,

but necessary in order to get rising COVID-19 case counts under control, and that, as always, he fully supports Henry’s leadership. He said the emergency motion will also direct staff to work directly with industry and business representatives on any other

quick actions needed to help businesses get through this challenging time. He added: “I am also working with business leaders and representatives on more actions the City can take to help support small businesses and will announce details in the coming days.”

Surrey Mayor proposes motion to help restaurant, pubs and bars for next 3 weeks FOLLOWING Monday’s Provincial Health Order prohibiting all dine-in service until April 19, Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum, in order to assist Surrey restaurant, pub and bar owners during this period, announced on Tuesday that he will bring in a motion at the next Council meeting to

waive patio permit fees and fast track the process for new patios and patio expansion. Until the motion is passed by Council, current application fees will be on hold until a decision is made. “The places that we go to enjoy a meal

and the company of others will be under strain with dine-in service prohibited over the next three weeks,” said McCallum. “That’s why I will be bringing forward a motion to help restaurants, pubs and bars looking to build or expand a patio. I am also asking Council to waive the

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THE Surrey RCMP Special Victims Unit is looking for information from the public related to an on-going sexual assault investigation. The investigation began on March 12 after police received information about a sexual assault that occurred in February. Further investigation put investigators in contact with three additional victims related to incidents that took place be-

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South Asian Adults & Seniors: Free online yoga classes on Zoom Vedic Seniors Parivar Center of Vedic Hindu Cultural Society of British Columbia invites South Asian adults and senior members to attend yoga classes on line free of cost on Mondays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. on both the days. The meeting ID and passcode remain the same every week, but remember that the links for the Monday and Thursday classes are different. All the participants will be asked to mute themselves during the yoga classes. Members who have registered will be allowed to attend. Saturday, April 3: Celebrate Holi festival virtually (without colors) but with entertainment program by talented members with bhajans, jokes, ghazals, Bollywood songs,

tween June 2019 and February 12, 2021. On March 19, a male suspect was arrested. However, investigators believe there may be further victims in the community who have not yet come forward. Further information is being released to advance their investigation. The victims, who have thus far been men, were sexually assaulted after being befriended by a man associated to Shayari, live music, etc. from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. On Zoom Meetings ID - 797 4972 1924 and Passcode Qa0qs0. (More programs on Saturdays: April 10, 17 and 24). Contact Surendra Handa, Coordinator, Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, 8321 - 140th Street, Surrey V3W 5K9 / Phone: 604-507- 9945 for further information.

South Asian Seniors: Filing Income Tax Returns Free Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre of Vedic Hindu Cultural Society Surrey informs South Asian seniors that during the tax filing period they can help you to file your income tax returns for the year 2020, free of cost, through the community volunteer program of Canada Revenue Agency from now to April 30 (Friday) if you are living in Surrey / Delta. The eligibility criteria: 1. Single individual with annual income limit up to $ 35,000. 2. Couples with annual income up to $ 45,000. 3. Three persons’ income of $47,500. 4. Four persons’ income of $50,000. 5. Five persons or more: add $2,500 for additional members. Interest income not over $1,000 and this income will be included as total eligibility. With no investment income, no rental income, no business or partnership income and no capital gain or loss. SIN card and photo identity will be required to prove the documents. If you are eligible as mentioned above, then contact Surendra Handa, Coordinator, Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre, Surrey, at 604-507-9945 for further information.

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BURNABY LAKE! Large 4800 Sq. Ft. Renovated Duplex/Four plex situated on a 9200 Sq. Ft.(80x115) private lot. Main floor features large living room and dining area with beautiful laminate floors, kitchen leading to large EAST facing sundeck, 3 bedrooms, 2 full washrooms, master with ensuite. Below you have a spacious living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. All this times TWO. Renos (2017) include new floors, plumbing, lights, kitchens, bathrooms, electrical, windows, exterior and interior paint. Roof, hot water tank done in 2013. Each unit with its own laundry. Close to Deer lake, schools, transit, shopping with easy Highway access. Great turn key investment or move in and watch your investment grow.

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$1,348,800

5621 156 STREET, SURREY

D D L L O O SS 9 BED • 7 BATH • 27,746 SF. LOT ASKING ONLY

$1,799,900

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13794 116 AVE., SURREY

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Asking $1,099,000

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11927 96A AVE, SURREY

Sold Over $100,000 of asking price.

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14671 59A AVENUE, SURREY

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12126 86 AVENUE, SURREY Kitchen Cabinet Business for Sale. Great location!! Close to Scott Road.

$95,000

OFFICE FOR LEASE IN SURREY 86 Ave and 120 St. Commercial For Lease In Surrey. Great location! Ample parking. Near Shoppers Drug mart. Good customer traffic.

Location! Location! Location! Beautiful one bedroom with view from deck. Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, fireplace, insuite laundry, geothermal heating with A/C. Close to shopping and transportation. Motivated seller. Rentals allowed with restrictions. Currently rented for $1,500 a month.

GREAT LOCATION!! DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY. PLA already in place for 2 lots. Come and view this split entry home on a 9350 sq. ft. lot with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, unfinished basement with separate entry. The detached garage can house 4 vehicles and is 31 X 34 with high ceilings for all the room you need to work in or store your toys. Buyer to verify information at City Hall. Centrally located and in walking distance to various schools. Close to all amenities and in a great family neighbourhood.

$499,888

$1,200,000

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1035 E 54th Ave, Vancouver

PANORAMA RIDGE Unique, well kept, 3 level home with big lot, 2 fully finished basement, 8 large bedroom, 7 bathroom and 2 master bedroom, Jacuzzi. On the main floor one extra bedroom with full bath, one extra powder room, large covered sundeck. Very nice family neighbourhood, near to 3 level school. easy access to Vancouver and Richmond Hwy.

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1,799,000

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RICHMOND 2 LEVEL • 9 BED • LOT: 43.56 x 204.5 Custom built house, Very bright south facing unique with huge lot 43.56 x 204.50, spacious, 9 bedroom house with back lane 4 up 2 fully finished basement with legal 2-2 bedroom and etc bedroom suite with full bath for upstairs. 3 garages. Loaded with limestone, luxurious exterior, radiant heat. Large Sundeck. decks. Mountain view. Lots of parking b a c k y a r d l i k e a p a r k . Ve r y g o o d f a m i l y neighbourhood. Very convenient central location near to school, shopping, easy to go to Langara College and Canada Line, easy to get to Richmond and Airport. Measurements must be verified by Buyer's Agent. Separate laundry for tenant. ASKING ONLY

$2,689,000

Very nice fully renovated house. 3 up, 3 down, 2 family room, living room. large lot 60x120 . back lane, very nice area, near to school. Direct bus to Richmond Centre and Canada line, goes to Vancouver downtown. Great Mortgage Helper - Rented $3,850

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Raj Janda

604-649-6500

Email: rjanda1@hotmail.com 13331 66A AVE, SURREY

3 Bed • 2 Bath • 1500 SF Lot

5504 125A STREET, SURREY

West Newton, Rancher with 3761 Sqft lot. Main floor have Living room, dining room, K i t c h e n , f a m i l y ro o m , 3 Bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms. walking distance both Schools, Close all Amenities. All measurements are approximate, buyer to verify.

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$999,900

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NEW LISTING

13833 60 AVENUE, SURREY

6 Bed • 5 Bath • 2,813SF ASKING ONLY

$1,299,000

5 Bed • 3 Bath • 10,497 SF lot

Sullivan Station 3 Story house built in 2015 with 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Main floor have Living room, dining room, Kitchen, family room, Sundeck and 4 piece bathroom. Above 4 Bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms and Legal Basement suite with 2 Bedroom and 2 bathroom .All measurements are approximate, buyer to verify.

$1,649,000

Panorama Ridge 2 Storey custom built property is sitting on a 10,497 sf lot surrounding by trees in a tranquil settings. 2665 Sqft home with 5 bedrooms and 3 Full bath. Main floor have living room, Kitchen, dining room 3 bedrooms + 2 full baths, storage space and Basement have 2 bedroom suite. Ideally located in a neighbourhood full of million-dollar homes and close proximity to Highway 10, 99 and 91. located only steps to Colebrook Elementary School, Joe Brown Park and Mud Bay Park.

7448 140 ST, SURREY

ASKING ONLY

$1,099,000 6960 126A ST, SURREY

8762 BROOKE ROAD, DELTA

4 Bed • 2 Bath • 14,187 SF lot ASKING ONLY

$1,299,900

Attention Builders & Investors! HUGE lot in beautiful rancher on a 14,187 SF Lot. 3 story Building plan made close to 5800 sqft home+ Big shed, Abrorist Report, Survey & Trusses package are available. Rented out for month to month $2800 + Utility. This home just over 1,900 SF of efficient living space as well as a 200 SF solarium / sunroom. Close to public transit, parks, Alex Fraser bridge and across the street from Brooke Elementary. 4 bed, 2 bath, large living room & large family room with a good size kitchen and dining room. This home have potential, renovate this already charming rancher to the perfect home with a large backyard. Or use the 14,187 sqft lot to build your dream home.

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$1,449,900 16718 63B AVENUE

ASKING ONLY

$1,549,000

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$1,049,000

6340 BUSWELL ST, RICHMOND 0

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131 AVE 236 ST. MAPLE RIDGE New subdivision, 2-Building lots, Side by side, below market price.

Beautiful in and outside totally remodelled. 3 bedroom, 2 Bathroom Rancher. 66'x102' lot in a very desirable area.

Top oor, Corner unit, 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom, Prime Location, Short walk to Richmond Sky Train, Rental OK

604-721-5121

Multiple Realty Ltd. 768 Kingsway, Vancouver TEL: 604-434-1431 www.multiplerealty.com

New listing. Only $332,800. Steps to Gateway Sky Train Ste. 324-10866 City Parkway, Surrey

COMPLETION JUNE / JULY ASKING ONLY

$699,999

COMING SOON !! Industrial Warehouse in Richmond Near No. 6 Road on 1999 Savage. Call for more info.

Sutton WestCoast Realty 7832 120 St, Surrey, BC V3W 3N2

Clean move in ready. “The Access” 623 sq. ft.1 bedroom. Parking and locker included. Amazing Club House, equipped gym, Swirl/hot tub. Rentals and pets allowed. Short distance Surrey Mall, SFU and Parks.

Make your appointment to view for Saturday April 10th 12 noon to 5 pm. Joe Pal, Sutton West Coast Rlty 604-721-5121

2021 Specials. The FUTURE is here! New High-Rise 1- & 2-bedroom condos for sale in the NEW Surrey Center, designed as the next Regional Metro, Educational and Health Care Centers, North side of Fraser River serving the Fraser Valley. Start early for big gains. The new Sky Train expansion will multiple your values. Completes the purchase in next few years. 5% Deposit now to get started increased as you go. Contact

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5289 188 ST, CLOVERDALE

5812 124A ST, SURREY

40 UNITS FOR SALE (T/HOME SITE) WITH PLA APPROVED 90 UNITS CONDO SITE FOR SALE (PLA APPROVED) Beautiful property with 3 lots PLA approved by City of Surrey, lot sizes from 25000, 12500, 10000 sq. feet. Please don't walk to the property without an appointment and no sale sign on the property as per seller's request. Please arrange a safe showing and consider COVID-19 rules. COVID waiver form is required for all showings. Registered daycare running the house.

$3,300,000

116 CONDO UNITS + 20 TOWN HOMES SITE FOR SALE

100 Y E A R S S I N C E

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$1,799,999

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Toyota Cars For Good™ Fostering Inclusion Through Physical Accessibility in Communities Across Canada TORONTO, ON: Toyota Canada recently launched Toyota Cars For GoodTM, a national giveaway program to recognize local organizations breaking down barriers to movement and fostering inclusion through physical accessibility in communities across Canada. Three organizations will be awarded a brand-new 2021 Toyota vehicle, including any modifications required for physical accessibility (each valued at up to $70,000). Three additional organizations will each be awarded $5,000 to continue their important work fostering inclusion through physical accessibility in their communities. “Toyota is committed to creating a more inclusive society where everyone can move freely,” said Cyril Dimitris, Vice President, Sales and Marketing for Toyota Canada. “This year, we’re excited to launch the Toyota Cars For GoodTM giveaway program, recognizing local organizations in communities across Canada that are taking steps to break down barriers to movement for all Canadians.” Canadian registered charitable organizations are invited to apply for the Toyota

Cars For GoodTM giveaway program by April 9, 2021. The application includes a written submission about each organization’s mission and values; its local impact on reducing barriers to movement and fostering inclusion through physical accessibility; and how a vehicle would benefit or enhance the organization’s community efforts. All entries will be evaluated by a panel of judges from across the Canadian accessibility community. Last summer, as part of their efforts to support Canadian communities during the pandemic, Toyota Canada and its dealers launched Cars For Good - a program providing short-term vehicle loans to local charities and organizations across the country. For more information about the national Toyota Cars For GoodTM giveaway program, visit: www.toyota.ca/carsforgood

TORONTO, ONTARIO - Hot on the heels of last month’s IS 500 F SPORT Performance world premiere, Lexus is proud to unveil the 2022 IS 500 F SPORT Performance Launch Edition. Only 500 serialized vehicles will be produced (50 for Canada), and it will be sold exclusively in North America. The IS 500 Launch Edition will be powered by the same naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 engine introduced in the standard IS 500. Generating 472 hp at 7,100 rpm and 395 lb.-ft of peak torque at 4,800 rpm, this engine offers the linear acceleration and V8 muscle that driving enthusiasts crave. However, buyers that desire additional distinction will find numerous interior and exterior enhancements in the IS 500 Launch Edition. Standing apart from the standard IS 500, the 2022 IS 500 Launch Edition interior builds upon Takumi craftsmanship with elevated interior materials, including sporty two-tone Black & Gray Ultrasuede® trimmed front and rear seats, door accents, and center console. Additionally, the heated leather-wrapped steering wheel receives unique silver ash wood treatment with black F SPORT Performance badging, and the interior will

2021 GENESIS GV80 EARNS TOP SAFETY PICK+ AWARD

All-New Mitsubishi 2022 Outlander loaded with features!

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, California, : The the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently announced that the first-ever 2021 Genesis GV80 SUV has been designated as TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) for 2021. GV80 joins the 2021 G70 sport sedan and 2021 G90 flagship sedan with top honors and prior to this, G70, G80, and G90 all received TOP SAFETY PICK+ designations for two years in a row in 2019 and 2020. “At Genesis, the customer is at the core of everything we do, and safety is our top priority,” said Mark Del Rosso, President & CEO of Genesis Motor North America. “The GV80 is our latest entry in the Genesis line-up of vehicles that places customer safety first.” All Genesis models are equipped with a comprehensive suite of state-of-the-art driver assistance and safety technologies including Forward Collision AvoidanceAssist with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning and more. Each vehicle in the Genesis line-up offers sure-footed handling thanks to the rigid chassis construction that ensures firm stability even under the most challenging driving conditions. “Winning the IIHS TSP+ award for GV80 demonstrates the exceptional safety performance and design of our vehicle,” said Brian Latouf, Chief Safety Officer of Genesis Motor North America. “The GV80 body structure was engineered with energy absorbing front and rear crumple zones and high strength structural load paths to maintain occupant

Mississauga, ON: Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. recently announced pricing and packaging for the all-new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander, the best-equipped, most connected vehicle the company has ever sold in Canada starting at just $31,998¹ MSRP with an upgraded, reengineered version of the brand’s signature Super All-wheel Control (S-AWC)2 all-wheel drive system. There are seven price lines to choose from base ES to GT Premium. With more than 50+ new technologies and vehicle features, Outlander delivers more standard driver connectivity and driver assistance features, and passenger comforts. The Outlander offers unique features right from base including class-leading 11 airbags, S-AWC, and 3-row, 7 passenger seating and advanced safety features like rear automatic emergency braking. However, it is Outlander’s most popular LE volume price line that takes packaging to another level including the addition of telematics for the first time in Canada. Mitsubishi Connect can start the car remotely, connects you with a call centre at a touch of a button in case of emergency and automatically reports when an airbag has been deployed. It can even help find a stolen vehicle, or a vehicle just lost in a parking lot. Mitsubishi Connect is offered for the first time in Canada and comes with Safeguard and Remote Services and a 24-month trial included. Powering the all-new Outlander is a newly developed 2.5-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an eight-step continuously variable transmission (CVT). Fuel economy for this all-new vehicle is 9.7 (City) /7.9 (Highway) /8.9 (Combined). 6

compartment integrity during severe crash impacts. The GV80 structural safety design protects occupants with the seatbelt systems, pre-tensioners and 10 airbags including a new front seat center airbag that deploys between the driver and front seat passenger. We are proud that the GV80 design effectively protects its occupants and performed well in the IIHS tests.” The 2021 Genesis GV80 is equipped with the latest in safety and driver assistance technologies, including: 10 standard airbags, including one of the only Center-Side airbags on the market, further protecting front cabin occupants in the event of a collision Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist with Junction Crossing and Turning, mitigating the risk of impacts when crossing or turning through an intersection The world’s first Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, helping reduce the chance of potential impact with a moving vehicle, upon departing a parallel parking spot An all-new platform – with strong focus on safety – including passenger compartment protection and reinforcement areas with use of advanced high strength steel for rigidity and safety.

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Mitsubishi’s rally-derived Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC)2 all-wheel drive system is standard from base. This system provides drivers with six drive modes to adjust the electronically controlled 4WD system, allowing drivers to feel more confident in all road conditions. Families can be assured that a wide array of driver assistance and safety features are standard right from base including Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) 8, Rear Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning (BSW) 10, Lane departure Warning,9 Driver Attention Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Automatic High Beam (AHB), Hill Descent Control (HDC), Trailer Stability Assist (TSA), and a class-leading 11 air bags. Depending on trim level, the all-new Outlander also offers: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), MI-PILOT Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist (ABSA), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Lane Departure Prevention (LDP), and a Multiview Camera system.11. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP)1 for the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander range from $31,998 to $42,178 Every 2022 Outlander comes with one of the industry’s leading warranties12: a 10-year/160,000-km powertrain limited warranty; 5-year/100,000-km new vehicle limited warranty; and 5-year/unlimited mileage roadside assistance program.

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Six Minutes to Midnight (PG) ***

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danger aplenty is percolating. All it takes is a murder here, a murder there and you know all is not what meets the eye. When a new English teacher arrives on the scene the intensity mounts as Mr. Miller finds himself smack dab in a conspiracy with ominous overtones as Hitler’s killing machine begins to overrun Europe on route to London way. As always Dame Judi Dench ( M from countless newer James Bond movies) is effective as a wellmeaning mother superior type with co-writer Eddie

Izard (Ocean’s Thirteen) fully capable as a teacher and undercover operative. Director Andy Goddard does a very good job creating a compelling and chilling atmosphere of the times with an intensity that at times is palpable. Less successful are some shoot-outs that are so unrealistic it would make even Dirty Harry cringe - and that’s saying a lot. Still the performances are by and large effective and a sense of excitement delves well with enough subtle surprises to keep you on edge,

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Now and then a film comes out with an original concept that pulls you in. By all accounts Six Minutes to Midnight is different, fresh, unique and exciting. Oh and maybe just a wee bit far-fetched. So if you want to see a unique tale with flashes of history and perhaps a what might have been plot go ahead and order this new Mongrel Media release on line through your local cable company or internet provider. Intrigue is on high order In Six Minutes to Midnight. And danger is in the air. Set right before the start of World War 2 who would have thought that Hitler’s killer elite have sent their most prized young offspring to learn the fine art of becoming prim and proper citizens of the west. Well, there you have it as prized daughters of the Nazi’s high command are going to school at the posh and secluded Bexhill-onsea manor known as the Anglo-German fellowship. Under the watchful tutelage of headmistress Miss Rocholl all seems to be going well. Ah, but under the smooth exterior veneer

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Greater Vancouver CrimeStoppers would like your help in locating these persons with outstanding warrants. if you know the whereabouts or any information regarding any of the following persons, contact CrimeStoppers at 669-TIPS (669-8477)

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BATEMAN, Robert 36 6'0” ft 216 lbs Brown Eyes : Blue Canada Wide Warrant - Breach of Corrections and Conditional Release Act

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STROMQUIST, Jake 27 6'0” ft 186 lbs Blonde Eyes Right Shoulder - Branded "S" Aggravated Assault

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DOUGLAS, Chad 40 5'5” ft Weight : 119 lbs Brown Eyes : Brown Chest - Chest Ribbon and Heart, Left Hand Love, Left Forearm – Dagger and snake. : Mischief Warrant in Effect: 1) Mar 30, 2) Mar 18, 3) Mar 23, 2021

CRIME OF THE WEEK VPD SEEKS HELP TO SOLVE RANDOM ATTACK ON DOG WALKER Unsolved Crime: Assault; Date: January 19, 2021 Location: Vancouver, BC; Details: File # 2021-10892 Vancouver Police have released image of a man who allegedly assaulted a stranger on a Downtown sidewalk in January, and ask anyone who can identify the person to call police. A 22-year-old woman was walking a dog near the Orpheum Theatre, at Seymour and Smithe Street, around 4:20 p.m. on January 19 when she was punched in the face by a man for no apparent reason. The victim was traumatized but did not suffer serious physical injuries. The suspect fled after the assault, and was briefly confronted by a witness. The suspect is a white man, about five foot 10, and approximately 50 years old. He had short white hair, jeans, and was wearing a light blue jacket or sweater.

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Biography stokes fresh row over Gen. Rawat’s elevation as Indian Army Chief New Delhi (IANS): A new biography on former Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar has stoked a fresh controversy with his claim that he had recommended that Gen. Bipin Rawat supersede two senior officers to become the Army Chief, “convinced that he was a better choice”, with the author describing it as “a bold move”, contrary to claims at the time that the correct procedures had been followed. “Gen. Bipin Rawat, India’s first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Army Chief prior to that, had a close association with Parrikar when he was Defence Minister. In fact, it was on Parrikar’s watch in the MoD that Gen. Rawat was made the Army Chief by by-passing two generals senior to him. “It was a bold decision since the civilian leadership is normally loathed for tampering with convention. Parrikar was convinced that Gen. Rawat was a better choice to head the Indian Army at that point. So he signed on the recommendation to supersede two senior most generals and make Gen. Rawat the Army Chief,” Nitin Gokhale, a media entrepreneur, strategic affairs analyst and author of more than half-a-dozen books on military history, insurgencies and wars, writes about his “very close” friend in “Manohar Parrikar – Brilliant Mind, Simple Life (Bloomsbury)” that records his 28-month tenure in South Block. The book has been sponsored by the Goa government, that he headed for four terms as Chief Minister over an eight-year period. “Prime Minister [Narendra] Modi concurred with Parrikar’s

General Bipin Rawat recommendation and took what is considered a decision that broke the tradition in appointing an Army Chief on December 31, 2016. I am now at liberty to reveal that Parrikar had confided in me the fact that he was recommending Gen. Rawat as the next Army Chief, at least a month in advance,” Gokhale writes. “I was impressed with Gen. Rawat’s decisiveness and bold nature in my meetings with him as Commander of 3 Corps in Dimapur, Nagaland, and later as Southern Army Commander in Pune,” Gokhale quotes Parrikar as mentioning to him one evening in November 2016. “Perhaps that was the reason why Gen. Rawat was brought to the Army headquarters as Vice Chief of Army Staff from September 2016 onwards, in preparation for his elevation as Army Chief”. Parrikar’s claim runs contrary to what he himself had stated on January 6, 2017. “A set procedure was followed. There was no seniority principle

or it would’ve merely been a datebased computer job,” Parrikar had stated at the Defence Ministry’s Swachhta Pakhwada (cleanliness campaign that forms a part of the government’s Swachhta Abhiyan initiative) here. In being elevated, Gen. Rawat, an Infantry officer, superseded Lt. Gen Praveen Bakshi (Armoured Corps), the Eastern Commander, and Lt. Gen. P.M. Hariz (Mechanised Infantry). Southern Army Commander. Interestingly, six of the eight Army chiefs over the past two decades have been from the Infantry and two from the Artillery. “Rawat’s supersession of Bakshi and Hariz indicates how difficult it has become for a non-infantry general to become chief, even when he has the seniority and merits. The army’s command hierarchy has demonstrated its ability to bring the government around to their viewpoint,” noted defence analyst Ajai Shukla wrote at the time. “The government, however, justifies Rawat’s selection as based on merit. In leaks to chosen journalists on WhatsApp (which this correspondent has reviewed) a defence ministry spokesperson claimed Rawat’s rare combination of skill and experience makes him ‘the best suited among the Lt. Generals, to deal with the emerging challenges’,” Shukla added. This was only the second time in 33 years that a supersession has happened after Lt. Gen. S.K. Sinha, the Army Vice Chief, was passed over in 1983 by the Indira Gandhi government in favour of Lt. Gen. A.S. Vaidya.

SGPC wants UN to observe International Human Rights Year to honour Guru Teg Bahadur Chandigarh (IANS): The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), considered a mini-parliament of Sikh religious affairs, this week passed a resolution urging the United Nations to observe 2021 as International Human Rights Year to mark the 400th birth anniversary of the ninth Sikh master, Guru Teg Bahadur. It urged the Central government to declare his birth anniversary as ‘Religious Tolerance Day’, besides constructing a memorial on the lines of Virasat-E-Khalsa in his memory. The SGPC also asked the Central government to repeal the three farm laws. It also demanded reopening of the Kartarpur Corridor, which links the last resting place of Guru Nanak Dev Ji in Narowal district in Pakistan’s Punjab province with the Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district. The SGPC passed an annual budget of Rs 9,120 million for the next fiscal year at its executive meeting held in Amritsar, a decline of Rs 690 million from the present fiscal year that was hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. The budget, which has a deficit of Rs 446.6 million, has an estimated income of Rs 8,710 million, mainly from donations and offerings.

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Amarinder Singh condemns assault of BJP MLA over farm laws Chandigarh (IANS): Strongly condemning the attack on BJP MLA from Abohar, Arun Narang, allegedly by angry farmers protesting against the Centre’s farm laws, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh last Saturday warned of strict action against anyone trying to disturb the state’s peace by taking the law into their hands. Even as he urged the farmers not to indulge in such acts of violence, the Chief Minister appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to urgently resolve the crisis triggered by the farm laws to prevent the situation from escalating further. Reacting to the demand of Punjab BJP leaders for his resignation over the issue, the Chief Minister said instead of trying to take political mileage from this incident, they should pressure their Central leadership to withdraw the controversial legislations. They should apprise the BJP Central leadership of the genuine anger among the farmers, which the government of India has been brushing off as the handiwork of the Congress in Punjab, he added. The Chief Minister directed Director-General of Police Dinkar Gupta to take strict action, under the law, against the perpetrators, who also clashed with the police personnel who tried to rescue the MLA. Gurmail Singh, SP Headquarters, Faridkot, was, in fact, injured while trying to save and evacuate the MLA from the protesting crowd. He also suffered a lathi blow on his head, causing his turban to fall off. He was admitted in Civil Hospital, Malout, where the incident took place. The DGP later said criminal cases will be registered against the suspects who assaulted the MLA and police officers. He said statements of local BJP leaders were being recorded and relevant sections of law would be imposed on its basis. With the simmering tensions between the Centre, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the farmers, who have been fighting for their rights for the past four months, intensifying, a number of incidents of protests against BJP leaders were reported

Amarinder Singh from different parts of Punjab last Saturday. The Chief Minister said while protesting is the democratic right of the farmers, violence of any sorts would not be tolerated, and the law and order situation in the state would not be allowed to be disturbed at any cost. He said barring the assault on the BJP MLA, other BJP leaders were safely evacuated from the protest sites. Seeking the Prime Minister’s immediate intervention to resolve the tensions, the Chief Minister said any further delay on the part of the Central government would trigger further unrest among the agitating farmers. Coupled with the increased threat from across the border from Pakistan-backed terrorist outfits, who were already trying to exploit the situation, this could pose a serious security threat to Punjab, and resultantly the entire nation, he warned. He again reiterated the need for the Centre not to stand on ego but to immediately revoke the farm laws and sit across the table with the farmers to work out new legislations based on their inputs and feedback. The farmers, he pointed out, had been out on the roads for four months now, and with no sign of the Central government being willing to step back, the anger among the farmers was growing.

Punjab sets up Enforcement Directorate to check illegal mining Chandigarh (IANS): Decks have been cleared for the establishment of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), announced by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh earlier this month to check illegal mining in Punjab. To be headed by a senior police officer not below the rank of a Deputy Inspector General of Police, the ED will be set up in the Mining and Geology Wing of the Water Resources Department. It will also help in ramping up the state’s revenues by curbing the menace of illegal mining. A spokesperson for the Chief Minister’s Office said the ED would help in checking and stopping unauthorised movement of minor minerals within the state and at the interstate borders, in conjunction with Mining Department officials. It will also facilitate prosecution of those indulging in illegal mining under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. Working closely with the mining wing, the ED will also check that those involved in sand and gravel business do not overcharge and adhere to the sale price ceiling prescribed in the mining

policy. The ED will have the mandate to develop strategies, measures and methods to effectively achieve its objectives in coordination with the Director Mining, Chief Engineers dealing with mining and district-level illegal mining enforcement committees under the Deputy Commissioners. It will also develop actionable intelligence and coordinate with agencies of neighbouring states dealing with the issue of illegal mining. The ED chief would be assisted by three SP-level officers in the head office, and each of the seven mining blocks -- whose numbers may vary, as per government policy -- would be headed by an officer not below the rank of a DSP. Under its new mining policy, the Water Resources Department has been able to increase the revenue from mining almost seven to eight times. Large-scale police action, seizure of mining equipment and machinery, and imposition of heavy penalties have helped in achieving this goal, said the spokesperson.

Women in Punjab to travel free in government-run buses Chandigarh (IANS): Women in Punjab will get to travel free of cost in all government-run buses within the state with the Cabinet giving its formal approval to the scheme, announced by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh earlier this month. The Chief Minister had announced the free travel scheme in the Assembly on March 5, as part of his government’s efforts to empower women and girls in the state. The scheme will benefit over 13.1 million women and girls across the state. As per Census 2011, Punjab has a population of 27.7 million, comprising 14,639,465 men and 13,103,873 women. Under the scheme, women residents of Punjab can avail free bus travel in government-owned buses, including of the PEPSU Road Transport Corporation (PRTC), the Punjab Roadways Buses (PUNBUS) and City Bus Services operated by local bodies. However, the scheme is not applicable to government-owned air-conditioned buses, Volvo buses and HVAC buses.

Documents like Aadhaar card, voter card or any other proof of residence in Punjab would be required to avail the facility. Further, all women who are family members of state government employees and residing in Chandigarh, or are themselves employees of the government but live in Chandigarh, can avail the benefit, irrespective of age and income criteria, of free travel in the government buses. This scheme is expected to not only reduce female drop-out in schools because of high cost of daily transport but also facilitate working women, who have to travel considerable distances to their workplace. The facility will thus ensure access to safe, cheap and reliable travel for women to engage in any economic activity. Since the scheme is expected to encourage women and their companions to utilise public transport, it would naturally bring down the number of personal vehicles plying on the roads leading to consequent reduction in pollution, accidents and vehicular congestion, the Cabinet felt.

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Following outrage Left leader apologies over remarks on Rahul Thiruvananthapuram (IANS): Following a huge outrage, especially from the Congress, former Lok Sabha MP Joyce George on Tuesday apologised for his remarks against Rahul Gandhi. George had said that ‘women in Kerala should be wary of Rahul Gandhi’. He made this controversial remark while campaigning for state Power Minister M.M. Mani at Erettayar in Idukki district on Monday. George was the Idukki Lok Sabha member of the Left in 2014, but lost to Congress’ Dean Kuriakose in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. In his speech, George said ‘Gandhi is a

Rahul Gandhi bachelor and he goes only to interact with girls at the college campus’.

“Gandhi is a problem maker and, hence women should be wary of him,” said George, while Mani was sitting on the dais. From early Tuesday morning there was a huge public outrage, especially from the Congress leaders, who demanded that George should be arrested and both the CPI-M and the CPI condemn the act of George. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, however without naming any or condemning the incident, just said, “it should not happen”. Following these outbursts, George in a political rally in his home district, Idukki and in the presence of CPI-M politburo member Brinda Karat said that he wished to with-

draw his statement and would like to render an unconditional apology for his statement that was made. Earlier, reacting sharply to these remarks, Kuriakose said they treated these statements with disdain and would approach the appropriate authorities. Idukki district Congress committee president Ibrahimkutty Kallar said this showed the way George has been groomed and what he actually is. “We will be approaching the Election Commission and also organise a protest in Idukki, later in the day,” said Kallar. Kerala goes to the polls on April 6 to elect 140 legislators.

Punjab doing more tests per million than national average: Chief Minister Chandigarh (IANS): Taking exception to the Centre’s criticism of his government’s management of the COVID-19 surge, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Wednesday said not only was the state consistently doing more tests per million than the national average, but the situation would perhaps have been better had the opening up of vaccination for 45-plus group not been delayed. Had the Central government acceded the state’s request to allow vaccination of all 50 plus category population earlier, instead of delaying the decision to include 45 plus age population by almost two months, he said. Reacting to the Centre’s allegation that the state was not doing enough testing and isolating affected people, Amarinder Singh noted that his government had put severe restrictions on social gatherings and closed all educational institutions, with night curfews imposed from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. in severely affected 11 districts. He observed the state had been repeatedly requesting the Centre in writing, as well as in meetings attended by the Chief Secretary, that the current strategy of immunisation needs review. Vaccination in a campaign that covers all age groups in selected areas will lead to better outcomes than the periodic cycles of vaccination targeting a small section of the population at each cycle, he stressed, underlining the need for such approach in any area where weekly testing shows a doubling of positivity rate. He reiterated his demand for permission for occupationbased immunisation for school and college students and teachers, judges, bus drivers and conductors, etc, everywhere. Amarinder Singh also took note of the delay in receiving reports of genome sequencing. Of the 874 samples sent, only 588 reports had been received so far, of which 411 samples were found positive for B.1.1.7 (the UK variant) and two samples positive for N440K). The implication of presence of the UK variant needs to be looked into and appropriate advice is required to be shared with the state, he urged the Centre. Citing the factual position on the testing front, Amarinder Singh said during the first peak,

which happened in September 2020, the positivity rate was around 10 per cent and the state was testing 30,000 Covid samples per day. Now,

when the positivity is over seven per cent, the state is testing around 40,000 samples per day. The state is consistently test-

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Punjab Chief Minister extends COVID-19 curbs till April 10 Chandigarh (IANS): As COVID-19 cases and deaths continue to rise in Punjab, with the UK strain emerging as the most prevalent, Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Tuesday ordered extension of curbs till April 10, while directing the Health Department to increase the number of vaccination sites to target priority categories on an urgent basis. Reviewing the COVID-19 situation with the Chief Secretary and other top officials, he said all restrictions that were in place till March 31 will now remain in force till April 10, after which they would be again reviewed. The Chief Minister also ordered the launch of a vaccination drive in the prisons, in the wake of 40 women in Patiala’s Nabha Open Jail testing positive. Expressing grave concern over the situation, he asked Chief Secretary Vini Mahajan to issue necessary directions for carrying out testing and vaccination in busy market areas, and other

crowded places. All Deputy Commissioners and Civil Surgeons were asked to identify places, such as police lines, colleges and universities, big industrial units, bus stands, and railway stations, where mobile COVID-19 vaccination centres can be set up to ramp up vaccination. All eligible government employees, and other categories which he had requested for inclusion in vaccine coverage such as judges and teachers should be facilitated in getting vaccination to the extent of being eligible on account of being over 45 years of age, the Chief Minister said. He directed pooling of resources available in districts with high number of cases for effective management of the pandemic and vaccination uptake. While 326 of the 401 COVID-19 positive samples sent initially to the NCDC (National Centre for Disease Control) for genome sequencing were found positive for the UK variant, so were

85 of the 95 samples sent to the IGIB (Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology). The Principal Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, shared the updated status of the pandemic and the status of vaccination of the eligible categories of beneficiaries. The meeting was informed that the positive cases and deaths were rising rapidly in some of the districts, with projections showing steep rise in the number of cases and a peak around April 6. The number would be decreasing by mid or late May, as per the estimates, which suggest that Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Hoshiarpur, and Kapurthala are expected to contribute more cases and positivity is likely to be high in the younger population of 40 years of age or less. Director-General of Police Dinkar Gupta apprised that since the last meeting when the decision to fine

protocol offenders along with RT-PCR testing was taken, 90,360 persons had been ticketed and tested for COVID-19. He requested a special vaccination drive in police lines. The Chief Minister also directed that strict monitoring of home isolation patients should be done, and they should be transferred to the appropriate level of healthcare facilities, if needed. All districts have also been asked to strengthen their teams so that the data entry of COVID-19 sampling and transportation of samples to the designated lab takes minimum time, and the result is made available within 24 hours. On the vaccination front, the Chief Minister directed that any photo identity card shall be sufficient to approve the vaccination of eligible beneficiaries. All districts have been ordered to increase the number of vaccination centres by including all health facilities up to the sub-centre level, dispen-

saries, ayurvedic and homoeopathic healthcare facilities and private empanelled hospitals. While 45 plus age group shall be slated for vaccination from April 1, all districts shall ensure that all facilities get started at vaccination centres as early as possible and latest by March 31 with a view to understand the infrastructural bottlenecks, if any, so that there is smooth increase in the number of vaccination centres and the beneficiaries get hassle-free vaccination experience. K.K. Talwar, Advisor Health to the state government, suggested that routine non-Covid treatment in some of the selected private hospitals may be deferred by two-four weeks, and more ambulance be made available to the district hospitals where there are no medical colleges. The Chief Minister was also assured that the Health Department is ready to increase RT-PCR testing to 35,000 tests per day.

Aligarh Muslim University ranks eighth among Indian institutes in ShanghaiRanking 2020 Aligarh (IANS): Aligarh Muslim University has been ranked fourth among the Indian universities in the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy. The AMU figures in the bracket of 801-900 ranking of all universities while among Indian institutions, it holds the eighth place on the matrix including Indian Institute of Science, IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) Madras, IIT Delhi and IIT Kharagpur. AMU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tariq Mansoor congratulated the faculty members and

students for the achievement and for their unrelenting efforts to take the university to the zenith of success. “The AMU fraternity deserves congratulations for its resolve to take the university ahead while steadily pushing aside impediments caused by the Covid19 pandemic over the last year. It is gratifying to see the university emerge as a topnotch centre of higher learning,” he added. Prof M Salim Beg, Chairman, AMU Ranking Committee said that the SganghaiRanking 2020 has

ranked AMU better than several top universities of the country and it figures in the list just after the University of Calcutta, University of Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru University, which is a matter of satisfaction for the AMU fraternity. AMU has also been chosen as the Institute of Repute (IoR) and it has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for the city of Moradabad and Khurja to work as a technical partner and provide technical assistance to the urban local board under the guidance of Sohail Ayub,

a professor in the varsity’s department of Civil Engineering. The MoUs have been signed between different urban local bodies, state pollution control boards and IoRs for executing multiple actions on ground to implement city-specific plans in 132 cities under the Central government’s ‘National Clean Air Programme (NACP). The IoRs such as IITs, NITs, CSIR, scientific bodies and the AMU will help these non-attainment cities as knowledge partners.

Telangana police arrest fake government official who duped people of Rs 30 million Hyderabad (IANS): Telangana Police have arrested a person for allegedly impersonating the chief minister’s personal assistant and duping several people to the tune of Rs 3 crore [Rs 30 million]. Hyderabad Police Commissioner Anjani Kumar said that A. Sudhakar, who was arrested on Tuesday, had duped his victims, num-

bering between 80 and 100, with assurances of government housing allotments, police department jobs and gold at cheaper rates. “Posing as an employee in the Chief Minister’s office, Sudhakar created fake IDs of PA to CM and OSD [Officer n Special Duty]. The accused engaged two persons, S. Nagaraju and B. Bheemaiah, to dress in safari suits

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Odisha farmer distributes free vegetables, appeals on social media to help needy Bhubaneswar (IANS / 101Reporters): “All we need is money to eat and money to cover our skin. These are basic human needs. Other expenses can be taken care of. That’s why I continue to help others without thinking too much about saving money for myself.” These words by Chhayarani Sahu sum up her charitable side, one that she wears lightly despite being praised by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and former cricketer VVS Laxman, among others, on Twitter. The 57-year-old farmer from Odisha shot to fame last year for distributing vegetables and milk to villagers who had lost their jobs due to the to lockdown - free of cost. She handed out 60 quintals of produce across 15 villages. The decision to give away the farm produce for free was not easy. Her family used to make a profit of roughly Rs 2.5 lakh [Rs 250,000] every year by selling vegetables. Moreover, Chhayarani had to sell most of her 20 cattle because of her poor health during the lockdown. This depleted their income further but the family decided to carry on the novel initiative. The lockdown might be long over but Chhayarani continues to help others in need even today, thanks to social media. Her children have created a profile for her on Twitter to post appeals on behalf of the distressed families and find donors. For instance, this January, Chhayarani urged netizens to raise funds for the surgery of a 30-year-old man who had fractured his spinal cord. She had shared the account details and contact number of the patient, but she doesn’t know if her intervention helped the man. But her son Manas, who operates her Twitter account, is happy to inform 101Reporters that

“many directly reach out to the families in need”. Dressed in a cotton saree and hair tied in a loose bun, Chhayarani says she used to help others even before the pandemic. “But my work got highlighted during the lockdown and people now know me. My responsibility has increased. I know I am just a farmer and I have several constraints. But I will continue to help others in my own capacity till my last breath,” she says while pottering around her family’s eight-acre farm in Kuruda village in Odisha’s Basudevpur block in Bhadrak district. Farmers across the country suffered huge losses during the lockdown as the supply-chain had got disrupted. Then how did Chhayarani manage to feed her family and that of others in 15 villages in Odisha? It so happened that Chhayarani and her husband Sarbeswar had harvested approximately 15 quintals of vegetables before the lockdown was announced on March 25 last year. With lo-

cal markets shut, they had nowhere to sell their produce. That’s when Chhayarani thought that it would be better to distribute the vegetables among the villagers than let their hard work rot away. “Vegetables are perishable [items] and we knew they would go waste in a matter of days,” Sahu recalls the tough decision she had to make. With the help of her youngest son, a student who was visiting her from Bhubaneswar, she loaded the vegetables in an auto-rickshaw and drove to the neighbouring Ward 11 in the Basudevpur Municipality. As she went from house to house and witnessed the hunger and misery the pandemic had unleashed, she knew she could not stop what she had started. “Four days into the lockdown, I was shocked to see the condition of the villagers. Many of them were daily labourers and the lockdown had snatched their income away. They had no money for food. My heart ached to see their distress. So I decided to help them throughout the pandemic,” she shares. She would give vegetables from her farm in packets weighing 2.5 kg or more. These included tomatoes, brinjals, carrots, ladyfingers and other leafy greens. Occasionally, she would distribute oil or even milk reared from her cattle. As their agricultural income plummeted, the family subsisted on the earnings of the elder son Santosh, who works in a company in Gujarat. Manas, the younger son who’s just completed his MPhil, says, “My mother always had a soft corner for people in distress. She was born into a farmers’ family and is married into one. She has seen the difficulties [farmers have to face]

and so she doesn’t want others to go through the same phase.” The vegetable drive was going smooth until the monsoon arrived and their yield declined. “By then, our work had gained attention. People started showing up outside our door to seek help. We could not turn them away,” Chhayarani recalls. That’s when Manas told her that they could post these pleas on social media to reach out to other good Samaritans. So far, the family has put up about 10 requests on Twitter. Chhayarani now divides her philanthropy work between online and offline mode, besides toiling in the fields to grow food for her family and for others. Most recently, she visited 19-year-old Manas Jena from the Brahmanigaon village. He suffers from kidney-related ailments and needs money for operation. She documented his story on Twitter and attached his medical reports as proof. However, she never goes empty-handed. “I always take some vegetables with me or some money, even if it is just Rs 1,000,” Chhayarani says. She has close to 2,282 followers on Twitter, 1,266 friends on Facebook and many more admirers in her village and beyond. But she remains modest despite the fame coming her way. “What else should I do? I am a farmer. I have to work every day. Of course, I am happy to receive attention from people. But that doesn’t change anything. Instead, it is an added responsibility. I could have earned more profit by selling vegetables, but the satisfaction that I get now can’t be purchased with money,” she says.

Farmers meet administration, request resolution of problems in basic amenities at Ghazipur Ghazipur (IANS): As the protest against the three Central farm laws continue at the borders of the national capital, with each passing day the farmers are facing problems related to electricity, water and maintaining sanitation. This is why farmer leaders at the Ghazipur border held a meeting with the Ghaziabad District Magistrate, besides other top officials. During this meeting, maintaining cleanliness at the protest site, the mosquito menace, electricity and water were also discussed. The district administration has assured to listen to the de-

mands of the farmers and resolving these problems soon. A control room would be set up by the administration at the protest site in which electricity-related items would be kept. Besides this, several employees would also be sitting at the border whose job would be to resolve the problems related to electricity at the protest site immediately. Apart from the Ghaziabad District Magistrate, other senior officials were present in this meeting with the farmers while officials of some other departments concerned were also present.

Bharatiya Kisan Union’s Uttar Pradesh state President Rajvir Singh Jadaun, who was present in the meeting, told IANS: “It has been four months since the protest, there had been no electricity problems faced till now, but it has been witnessed more frequently in the last four to five days.” “Fans are not working due to electricity. Mosquitoes posed the biggest problem due to which farmers were not able to sleep during the night, the scorching heat does not deter the farmers. But fans help to ward away mosquitoes. Fogging

produces a lot of smoke but the mosquitoes still do not run away.” The BKU leader said: “We have briefed the officials in the meeting on all these issues and they have assured us that our problems will be resolved soon.” Jadaun further said,”It has been promised by the district administration that a control room will be built near the protest site inside which some electrical goods will be available along with government employees. If the control room is started, we will be grateful to the administration.”

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Balvir Boparai: The man whose words touch millions of hearts The famous Punjabi singer, songwriter and actor is creating great music in Surrey these day

“IT’S only words, and words are all I have to take your heart away,” sang the famous Bee Gees. For decades Balvir Boparai, the famous name in the world of Punjabi music industry, has touched millions of hearts with his soulful songs. Be it a foot-tapping party song like De De Ghera, or a heart-touching song like Ve Shudaiya, Boparia has written and sung these hit songs. And there are many sung by famous singers like Jazzy B, Diljit Dosanj, Sukhwinder Shinda, Miss Puja and Mannat Noor that have flown from Boparai’s pen. Aja Nach Lo, Hostel, and Naag (sung by Jazzy B) are some of his other famous songs. Originally from Borparai Kalan near Ludhiana, the multi-talented singer has called Canada his second home for years. These days Boparai is in Surrey and working on many musical projects. VOICE Media Group caught up with him to share his inspiring journey with the readers. Boparai is a self-taught singer and song writer who came from a middle-class family of Punjab. But since childhood, he was attracted towards narration. He started his journey at a very young age with writing short stories. “I do not know when that passion turned into writing songs. Eventually, I started working with singers who sang my songs. I released my own albums. And my song De De Gheda is still played in functions and parties,” he says. “I am so thankful to the listeners who have accepted my work and loved my songs till date. This inspires me to work harder and capture more beautiful lyrics into my songs,” he adds. When asked where he gets his inspira-

Tamil Nadu BJP uses Karti Chidambaram wife’s dance clip for poll promo Chennai (IANS): As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress and the DMK as “dynastic, corrupt and anti-women” parties, BJP’s Tamil Nadu BJP unit committed a major blunder, using a clip of Congress MP Karti Chidambaram’s wife in its poll promo. The BJP used the Bharathanatyam footage of Congress leader and Rajya Sabha member P.Chidambaram’s daughter-in-law Srinidhi Chidambaram in its election promotion video “Lotus to bloom; Tamil Nadu to grow Vote for Lotus”. When the issue went viral on social media, the BJP deleted the video from its social media account. Srinidhi had performed to the ‘Semmozhi’ song written by DMK’s late President M. Karunanidhi for the World Tamil Conference held in 2010. The BJP had taken Srinidhi’s dance performance clip from that song for its poll promo. Srinidhi and the Congress hit out at the BJP. In a tweet tagging the BJP, Srinidhi said it was “ridiculous” that it has used her image for their propaganda. The Congress’ Tamil Nadu unit tweeted: “Dear @BJP4TamilNadu, we understand ‘consent’ is a difficult concept for you to understand, but you cannot use Mrs Srinidhi Karti Chidambaram’s image without her permission. All you’ve done is prove that your campaign is full of lies & propaganda.”

tion to write songs, he says, “My songs are inspired from common, everyday situations. I try to write songs that everyone can relate to. They are full of love, romance and emotions, be it happy or sad. For example, Patiala suit is common amongst Punjabi women. I tried to bring it in one of my songs and related it to a birthday gift. It was unique and Diljit sang that song Happy Birthday.” The song was part of the movie Disco Singh with Diljit Dosanjh and Surveen Chawla. There are many famous songs written by Boparai that have been part of Punjabi movies. Apart from writing, Boparai has also worked as an actor in Punjabi films like Manje Bistre 2 with Gippy Grewal, Neeru Bajwa’s Atte di Chidi and Teri Meri Jodi. Someone who grew up amongst farm-

ers, Bopari is equally touched by the recent farmer’s protest. He has captured the recent plight of poor farmers in his lyrics too. “I recently wrote a song where a farmer’s daughter sings the song when she sees her brother return from the field without any food. The songs says someone else has taken the seeds and the real crop and we are left with nothing.” While expressing his concerns over the recent farmer’s protest, he is spreading a message of love and humanity. He says the world is like a family; if one family member is sad, it is duty of others to take care and offer support. To his listeners he says keep loving music and encouraging good music. “We are all going through tough times, but with love and support, we shall overcome the adversities,” he says.

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