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Hindu priest’s wife, Sangita Sharma, found fatally shot in garage of Brampton home; 2 suspects identified ONTARIO’S Peel Regional Police on Friday said that investigators from the Homicide and Missing Persons Bureau have taken over a suspicious death investigation in Brampton. The woman has been identified by friends as Sangita Sharma. Global News reported that neighbours told them that Sharma’s husband, who they said was a priest at Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, discovered his injured wife and called paramedics. The Toronto Star identified her husband as Abhay Shastri. The victim previously owned Torbram Pharmacy and sold it a couple of years ago and Global News reported that employees said she still worked periodically as she knew many of the customers. Police said that on Thursday, August 13, emergency services received a call in regards to a woman that was located with obvious signs of trauma within the garage of a residence. The woman was transported to a local hospital in life-threatening condition, where she later died as a result of the injuries she sustained. Investigation has revealed that the victim,

Sangita Sharma (right) with her husband Abhay Shastri. a 56-year-old woman from Brampton, had an apparent gunshot wound which resulted in the trauma that she was located with. Homicide investigators, with the assistance of divisional officers, have obtained surveillance footage from the area and have identified two suspects and a black sedan that are of interest.

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Kamala Harris makes history by accepting Democratic vice presidential nomination KAMALA Harris on Wednesday became the first Black woman and first Asian American to join a major U.S. party’s presidential ticket as she accepted the Democratic vice presidential nomination. Three generations of women — Harris’ sister Maya Harris, her niece Meena Harris and her stepdaughter, Ella Emhoff — delivered the speech virtually officially nominating Harris. Harris noted: “This week marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment. And we celebrate the women who fought for that right. Yet so many of the Black women who helped secure that victory were still prohibited from voting, long after its ratification. But they were undeterred. “Without fanfare or recognition, they organized, testified, rallied, marched, and fought—not just for their vote, but for a seat at the table. These women and the generations that followed worked to make democracy and opportunity real in the lives of all of us who followed.

Kamala Harris delivering her acceptance speech. “They paved the way for the trailblazing leadership of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton.” She spoke of mother, saying: “There’s another woman, whose name isn’t known, whose story isn’t shared. Another woman whose shoulders I stand on. And that’s my mother—Shyamala Gopalan Harris. “She came here from India at age 19 to pursue her dream of curing cancer. At the University of California Berkeley, she met my father, Donald Harris—

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Joe Biden. overcome this season of darkness in America. We will choose hope over fear, facts over fiction, fairness over privilege. “I’m a proud Democrat and I will be proud to carry the banner of our party into the general election. “But while I’ll be a democratic candidate, I will be an American president. I’ll work hard for those who didn’t support me, as hard for them

as I did for those who did vote for me. That’s the job of a president, to represent all of us, not just our base or our party. “This is not a partisan moment. This must be an American moment.” Biden also said that Trump has “cloaked America in darkness for much too long” and has unleashed “too much anger, too much fear, too much division”. If Trump is re-elected, Biden said: “(Coronavirus) Cases and deaths will remain far too high. More mom and pop businesses will close their doors and this time for good. Working families will struggle to get by and, yet, the wealthiest 1 per cent will get tens of billions of dollars in new tax breaks”. The “assault on the Affordable Care Act will continue until it’s de-

stroyed”, he added. Trump has “failed in his most basic duty” to protect Americans from the virus, said the former Vice President. Biden also took a moment during his nomination acceptance speech to thank former President Barack Obama saying: “You were a great president.” Before his acceptance speech, Biden was introduced by a video that went through the former Vice President’s life, and career, and highlighted his role as a father, husband and political leader. His children, Ashley Biden and Hunter Biden, also spoke. “Joe Biden’s agenda for the Indian American community” - Pages 42-43

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Biden accepts Democratic Party’s presidential nomination Washington (IANS): Former US Vice President Joe Biden has formally accepted the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination to take on incumbent President Donald Trump in the November 3 election. His acceptance speech came on the last day of the four-day Democratic National Convention on Thursday night, which also marked 33 years since he made his first bid for the White House, reports ABC News. “It’s with great honour and humility, I accept this nomination for president of the United States of America,” the 77-year-old said while speaking from a mostly empty event centre in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. “It is time for us, for we, the people, to come together. And make no mistake, united we can and will

we went to bed. Helping us with homework at the kitchen table— and shuttling us to church for choir practice. “She made it look easy, though I know it never was. My mother instilled in my sister, Maya, and me the values that would chart the course of our lives. She raised us to be proud, strong Black women. And she raised us to know and be proud of our Indian heritage. She taught us to put family first—the family you’re born into and the family you choose. “Family, is my husband Doug, who I met on a blind date set up by my best friend. Family is our beautiful children, Cole and Ella, who as you just heard, call me Momala. Family is my sister. Family is my best friend, my nieces and my godchildren. Family is my uncles, my aunts—my chitthis. Family is Mrs. Shelton—my second mother who

lived two doors down and helped raise me. Family is my beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha…our Divine 9… and my HBCU brothers and sisters. Family is the friends I turned to when my mother—the most important person in my life—passed away from cancer. “And even as she taught us to keep our family at the center of our world, she also pushed us to see a world beyond ourselves. She taught us to be conscious and compassionate about the struggles of all people. To believe public service is a noble cause and the fight for justice is a shared responsibility. “That led me to become a lawyer, a District Attorney, Attorney General, and a United States Senator. And at every step of the way, I’ve been guided by the words I spoke from the first time I stood in a courtroom: Kamala Harris, For the People. “I’ve fought for children, and survivors of sexual assault. I’ve fought against transnational gangs. I took

on the biggest banks, and helped take down one of the biggest forprofit colleges. I know a predator when I see one. “My mother taught me that service to others gives life purpose and meaning. And oh, how I wish she were here tonight but I know she’s looking down on me from above. I keep thinking about that 25-yearold Indian woman—all of five feet tall—who gave birth to me at Kaiser Hospital in Oakland, California. “On that day, she probably could have never imagined that I would be standing before you now speaking these words: I accept your nomination for Vice President of the United States of America.” She noted: “Today… that country feels distant. Donald Trump’s failure of leadership has cost lives and livelihoods.” She asserted: “We must elect a president who will bring something different, something better, and do the important work. A president who will bring all of us

together—Black, White, Latino, Asian, Indigenous—to achieve the future we collectively want. “We must elect Joe Biden.” She went on to extol Biden’s character and achievements. Harris added: “Right now, we have a president who turns our tragedies into political weapons. Joe will be a president who turns our challenges into purpose. Joe will bring us together to build an economy that doesn’t leave anyone behind. Where a good-paying job is the floor, not the ceiling. Joe will bring us together to end this pandemic and make sure that we are prepared for the next one. Joe will bring us together to squarely face and dismantle racial injustice, furthering the work of generations.” Harris concluded by appealing: “In this election, we have a chance to change the course of history. We’re all in this fight. You, me, and Joe—together. What an awesome responsibility. What an awesome privilege.”

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Prime Minister Trudeau on India’s Independence Day PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Saturday issued the following statement on India’s Independence Day: “Today, we join the people of India and Indo-Canadian communities across Canada to celebrate the Independence Day of India, the world’s largest democracy. “Canada and India have a strong, longstanding, and vibrant relationship built on our shared traditions of democracy and pluralism, and deep cultural and people-to-people ties. The

Justin Trudeau over 1 million Canadians of Indian heritage have made – and continue to make – many important contributions to our country. “Canada and India work closely together in interna-

tional organizations including the United Nations, the Commonwealth, and the World Trade Organization. We look forward to deepening our partnership in important areas like trade and investment, education and skills training, science and innovation, and climate change, for the benefit of the people in both our countries. “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I send best wishes to all who are celebrating India’s Independence Day.”

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney on India’s Independence Day ALBERTA Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement in recognition of India’s Independence Day: “The largest democracy in the world was born on this date 73 years ago. In a world of turmoil, that democracy has endured just as Mahatma Gandhi’s belief in non-violent protest has inspired people everywhere. “Today, India combines ancient traditions with 21st century innovation to stand as one of the pre-eminent

Jason Kenney developing economies. Its growing businesses reach global markets as more of its citizens attain ever-higher levels of education. “I look forward to once

again visiting India to strengthen our commercial and cultural ties. More than 175,000 Albertans of Indian heritage contribute immensely to our province, and I am proud to join with them in celebrating India’s Independence Day. “Bharat ke chauhatarvey swatantrata diwas ki bahut shubhkamnayen. “Best wishes on India’s 74th Independence Day.” For the link to Kenney’s statement on YouTube, visit our website voiceonline. com

Second 16-year-old male charged in Brampton homicide of Surajdeep Singh ONTARIO’S Peel Regional Police have charged a second 16-year-old male youth in relation to the homicide of Surajdeep Singh, 22, of Brampton. On Friday, August 13, emergency services received a call for a medical assist for an unconscious man locat-

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VCH targeting young adults as they represent the biggest increase of test positive cases ALTHOUGH the number of COVID-19 cases in the Vancouver Coastal Health region is down among the seniors who are most impacted by it, the disease is still gaining ground in millennials in the Vancouver Coastal Health region. According to data compiled by VCH’s Public Health Surveillance Unit, people aged 2039 represent the biggest increase of test positive cases in the region since Phase 3 of BC’s Restart Plan began on June 24. “In Phase 1 of B.C.’s Restart Plan, in the first months of the pandemic, 43 per cent of our cases were in the

60-plus age group — the demographic where we see the most serious disease — and those in the 20-39 age group only represented 21 per cent of our cases,” said Dr. Patricia Daly, VCH Chief Medical Health Officer. “In Phase 3, the demographic curve is trending the other way: the 60-plus age group now represents 16 per cent of our cases, while those aged 20-39 make up 56 per cent of our cases.” As of August 18, there have been 1,526 reported cases of COVID-19 in VCH, infecting people from newborn to age 104. The data shows the median age of those who

test positive for COVID-19 has now dropped — from 57 years old in Phase 1 to 34 years old in Phase 3. “We expected to see our curve rise once we moved into this phase of reopening, so these increasing case counts are not a surprise, but they do provide an important reminder to all of us to continue following safety measures such as staying home when you’re sick,” said Daly. The reasons for the shift in demographic are varied, said Daly, including the reopening of businesses where younger adults work, such as restaurants and

bars. Another reason? Partying. “We’re seeing transmission take place in nightclubs in particular, but also at bars and restaurants, while boating and in other indoor social settings. It’s the way people act and interact in these settings that’s problematic: sharing food and drinks, speaking loudly and in close proximity if there’s background noise, and not social distancing among strangers, especially if they’ve been drinking alcohol. When people aren’t taking measures to protect themselves and others from COVID-19 in these settings,

it means more potential risk to the public.” For most young adults, COVID-19 causes very mild illness, but they may spread the virus to seniors and others at risk of more serious disease. This can occur in families, shared households or workplaces. In an effort to reach millennials and those younger, Vancouver Coastal Health has launched a new campaign that includes a series of COVID-safe summer guides posted on social media and online with tips for visiting restaurants, getting together with friends, playing recreational sports,

going on road trips, going to the beach, and COVID-safe sex. A poster campaign and a TikTok video series of do’s and don’ts are also aimed at preventing the spread of the virus. “We want people to get out and enjoy summer with their friends, but we can’t forget that COVID-19 is still in our communities,” said Daly. “By following public health guidance, we can help limit the spread of the virus and protect those most vulnerable to severe disease.” For links in the story, visit our website voiceonline.com

Province introduces new measures to enforce COVID-19 public safety POLICE and other provincial enforcement officers are being given the ability to issue $2,000 violation tickets for owners or organizers contravening the provincial health officer’s (PHO) order on gatherings and events. They will also be able to issue $200 violation tickets to individuals not following the direction of police or enforcement staff at events or who refuse to comply with requests to follow PHO orders or safe operating procedures, or respond with abusive behaviour. Effective immediately, these new measures are enacted under the provincial state of emergency, using the extraordinary powers of the Emergency Program Act (EPA) in ongoing support of B.C.’s COVID-19 response and Restart Plan. “These orders will help us put a stop to the selfish acts of a small minority of British Co-

lumbians, who are threatening to erode the progress our province has made in controlling COVID-19,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “While I’m disappointed these measures are now necessary, I am taking this action to give police agencies and provincial enforcement officers the ability to take action against those who are putting people’s lives at risk.” In addition to enabling action from police, the Province is enlisting compliance and enforcement staff from provincial ministries to support enforcement and help issue tickets for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes liquor, cannabis and gaming inspectors, community safety unit inspectors and conservation officers. “As a regional federation of local governments, we welcome these new measures,

Mike Farnworth and we look forward to collaborating with the Province to ensure a co-ordinated and thoughtful response to COVID-19,” said Linda Buchanan, Vice Chair, Metro Vancouver board of directors. “Metro Vancouver will continue its critical role as a convener on ideas and strategies for preventing the spread of COVID-19 in our region and supporting the Province in keeping COVID-19 at bay.” The enforcement focus will be on $2,000 fines to owners,

operators and organizers for contraventions of the provincial health officer’s order on gatherings and events. This includes hosting a private party or public event in excess of 50 people, failing to provide appropriate hand sanitation and washroom facilities, failing to provide sufficient space in the venue for physical distancing, failing to obtain a list of names and contacts at large event or having more than five guests gathered in a vacation accommodation. When required, police and other provincial enforcement officers will also be able to actively enforce the order and ticket a series of other infractions, including: * $200 violation tickets for individuals who actively encourage others to attend gatherings or events that do not comply with established requirements, or refuse to leave or disperse when directed to

do so by enforcement officers; and, * $200 violation tickets for individuals who refuse to comply with requests to follow the PHO order or safe operating procedures of a restaurant, bar or other licensed establishment, or respond with abusive behaviour towards employees. Violation tickets expand the Province’s enforcement toolkit to support the COVID-19 response. Police and other provincial enforcement officers will independently exercise discretion to issue tickets for Emergency Program Act order violations under the Offence Act’s Violation Ticket Administration and Fines Regulation. If violation tickets do not act as a deterrent, or in cases of particularly egregious contraventions or for repeat offenders, police can recommend charges in relation to the offence. On conviction, judicial

penalties of up to $10,000 may be levied. “ABLE BC is pleased to see the Province step up compliance and enforcement during this recent surge in COVID-19 cases, and we’re happy to assist where we can,” said Jeff Guignard, Executive Director of the Alliance of Beverage Licensees. “Our primary concern continues to be the health and safety of both patrons and workers in British Columbia.” Working in partnership with local governments and other agencies, a comprehensive and integrated compliance and enforcement regime is being built to manage the recent surge in COVID-19 cases. These violation tickets build on existing tools, such as the ability to suspend or revoke the business or liquor licenses of problematic operators. For more on this story visit our website voiceonline.com

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Canada Revenue Agency opens applications for enhanced Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy NATIONAL Revenue Minister Diane Lebouthillier on Monday announced that the Canada Revenue Agency has opened applications for Period 5 – the first period of the enhanced CEWS program. Program changes for Periods 5-9 include: * The extension of the CEWS, including redesigned program details, until November 21. * Increased eligibility, meaning that all eligible employers who’ve experienced a revenue drop can now qualify for a base subsidy. The subsidy amount is based on the revenue drop. * Employers who are especially hard-hit can qualify for a top-up of up to 25%. * Provide certainty for employers that have already made business decisions for July and August, by ensuring they will not receive a subsidy rate lower than they would have under the previous rules. As the economy re-opens, the federal government is encouraging employers to take another look at the CEWS program and see how it can support their workers and their operations. The Canada Revenue Agency’s updated CEWS calculator can help small and large employers alike, by guiding them through a step-by-step process to prepare their applications and giving them a preview of the subsidy they may qualify for, based on the information they enter. Lebouthillier said: “The Canada Revenue Agency is here to help Canadian employers of all sizes in getting their employees back to work. The Government has made significant enhancements to the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy by incorporating user and stakeholder feedback. As of today, more eligible employers can apply to receive funding. I encourage any employer who is struggling because of COVID19 to use the CRA’s CEWS calculator to see what kind of subsidy they could qualify for.” Eligible employers can apply for period 5 of the CEWS through My Business Account or through the CRA’s web form application. The CRA said it would like to reassure applicants that it has added new security measures to the My Business

18% of Canadians making little to no effort to stop coronavirus spread ANALYSIS of the latest public opinion data from the non-profit Angus Reid Institute places Canadians into three broad categories in a measure of their behaviors and mindset, known as the COVID Compliance Index. The Infection Fighters follow virus suppression behaviours carefully and comprise nearly half the population (47%). The Inconsistent represent just over one-third of Canadians (36%) and take a more half-in, half-out approach to flattening the curve. The remaining one-in-five (18%) are Cynical Spreaders who have expanded their social circles, don’t physically distance and are ambivalent towards hand washing and mask wearing. This last group also professes a clear dislike for the way public health officials and political leaders have handled the pandemic. More Key Findings: * Age is among the most significant factors in the COVID-19 Compliance Index. The younger Canadians are the less likely to follow recommended protocols. * Political affiliation is also correlated with a person’s categorization in the Index. Past Conservative Party voters are four times more likely to be Cynical Spreaders than those who voted for the Liberal Party or New Democratic Party in 2019. * More than nine-in-10 Infection Fighters are regularly wearing a mask when in contact with non-family members indoors. This drops to 63 per cent among the Inconsistent and just 15 per cent among the Cynical Spreaders. * Of 10 different COVID-19 spreading behaviours (not washing hands, not social distancing, not wearing a mask, etc.) Infection Fighters are engaged in either one or zero. Three-quarters of Cynical Spreaders are engaged in five or more of these activities.

more employers and workers, and the CRA says it is ensuring that the right tools and supports are in place to help employers access this important economic measure. The CRA’s dedicated CEWS number 1-833-9662099 offers access to agents who can provide

information about eligibility requirements, calculating the CEWS, or how to apply. The line operates from Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. local time. For the links in the story, visit our website voiceonline.com

Diane Lebouthillier Account portal following the recent cyber attack. Employers can submit their application securely as planned. Those who have registered their business payroll accounts for direct deposit can generally expect to receive subsidy payments within 3-5 business days. The CEWS has provided $26.58 billion in subsidies to more than 275,000 employers, supporting millions of workers. The enhanced CEWS program launched on Monday will benefit even

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CERB to be extended by 4 weeks; transitioning to ‘more flexible and generous’ EI program announced DEPUTY Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, on Thursday

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Trudeau appoints Freeland as Finance Minister in place of Morneau; prorogues Parliament PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday appointed Chrystia Freeland as Finance Minister in place of Bill Morneau, who resigned on Monday.

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Youth arrested for alleged robberies involving use of Letgo app THE Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit has arrested a 16-yearold youth for a string of alleged robberies that reportedly involved the use of the online marketplace app, Letgo. The four robberies occurred between March 15 and June 27 in Whalley. Each of these incidents took place during daylight hours and were the result of meet-ups arranged online for the purpose of buy-

ing high-value cellphones. During the encounters, the victims were allegedly sprayed with bear mace and robbed of their cellphones. With the help of witnesses, the Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit identified the suspect and on August 13, the suspect was arrested. The suspect was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

“There’s always a risk in meeting someone you don’t know through an online marketplace app, even in daylight hours,” said Cpl. Dan Lowe of the Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit. “It’s important for the public to be aware of the risk before considering this type of transaction.” Surrey RCMP once again reminds people that meeting with strangers through online marketplace apps can

pose a risk to their safety. It’s important to practice extra safety measures before and during these meetings. Here are some tips recommended by the Surrey RCMP Robbery Unit: * Insist on a public meeting place during the day, such as local businesses with regular foot traffic * Gather as much information as possible so you know who you’re dealing with,

such as their full name and cell phone number * Do not meet in a secluded place or invite strangers into your home * Only meet during daylight hours or in a well-lit and heavily populated area * Be extra careful when buying or selling high value items * Tell a friend or family member where you’re going and when you’re meeting the

buyer/seller * Take your cell phone and a friend along to accompany you * Always trust your instincts while arranging a meeting Anyone with information about these robberies is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or, if they wish to make an anonymous report, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca.

Sexual image extortion cases on the rise in Surrey RCMP caution residents that like many jurisdictions, Surrey is seeing an increase in sexual image extortion cases with 77 reports in the second quarter of 2020. As shared in their April 21 news release, many of these files involve threats to expose a sexual image of the victim to other people if the victim does not pay money or provide more sexual content.

In a number of cases, individuals met the perpetrators online through social media or dating apps, and shared images and videos believing they were engaging in a mutual relationship. The photos and videos were later used for the purpose of extortion. In the reported incidents, the average ages of victims were between 18 and 29 years, and the number of male and female victims were evenly split.

“When you are considering sending someone else a nude photo or video, ask yourself if you are comfortable letting go of your control over those images,” said Staff-Sgt. Lyndsay O’Ruairc, Special Victim’s Unit Commander, said on Tuesday. “Images can be easily distributed and made public, and while it’s illegal to distribute nude photos without consent, the consequences for the victim can be significant.” Surrey RCMP also continue to get reports from people who receive scam emails claiming their computer has been hacked. The person is told to send money or bitcoin under the threat of having nude or sexually explicit videos of them distributed. In these cases, there was no proof of photos or videos or other information being obtained from the victims’ computers. Surrey RCMP are making the following recommendations which can help protect you from being a target of extortion: * Be cautious in distributing nude photos and videos of yourself to anyone * Disable your webcam or any other camera connected to the internet when you aren’t using it. * Create complex, difficult to guess passwords for your devices and accounts and change the passwords frequently. [The VOICE’s advice: Just keep your clothes on!] If you or someone you know is a victim of an extortion, call and report the incident to Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502. Surrey RCMP also recommend reporting extortion scams to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre by going to their website or by calling 1-888-495-8501.

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Two men in hospital following aggravated assault in Cloverdale SURREY RCMP are investigating an aggravated assault which has sent two men to the hospital with serious injuries. At approximately 8:40 p.m. on Thursday, Surrey RCMP received a report of a fight involving a group of what appeared to be around a dozen people. Two men received serious injuries during this incident and were transported to the hospital by B.C. Ambulance Services. One man is currently in critical condition, the other is in serious condition. The Surrey RCMP Serious Crime Unit has taken conduct of this investigation and is asking anyone with information to con-

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Police reminding Canucks fans to stay out of COVID-19 penalty box AS the Vancouver Canucks continue their quest for the Stanley Cup, Surrey RCMP and Delta Police Department are reminding fans to celebrate safely.

For several years Canuck fans have gathered to celebrate playoff wins at the intersection of 72nd Avenue and Scott Road. In the interest of ensuring the celebrations remain safe, Surrey RCMP and Delta Police will be in attendance ensuring public safety, and managing traffic. Although police will be taking a measured approach, officers will be on hand enforcing the Criminal Code, and other provincial statutes including the liquor act. Officers will also be mindful of current COVID-19 public health orders, and will be monitoring the gathering for compliance. “While we understand people naturally want to celebrate Canuck victories, we encourage them to do so within their own homes, or at small gatherings,” says Cris Leykauf, spokesperson for Delta Police. “We have been seeing growing crowds along the border between Surrey and Delta, and we want to let people know that we’re working with our partners at Surrey RCMP to ensure the area remains safe for pedestrians and motorists.” “Celebrations during previous play-off runs have been peaceful and, apart from traffic concerns, crowds have not caused significant issues,” says Staff-Sgt. Winston Shorey, Acting Community Services Officer. “This year, however, we are concerned about the risk of COVID-19 transmission among those who attend the gathering. We are asking everyone to ensure that they are complying with COVID-19 public health orders while celebrating.” For more information on current public health orders visit the B.C. Provincial Health website.

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Vancouver Police now enforcing COVID-19 orders with support from City FOLLOWING the provincial announcement on Friday, the Vancouver Police Department will have the authority to enforce provincial health orders with specified penalties such as tickets, with support from the City. The new provincial measures provide increased enforcement powers for police and special constables across the Lower Mainland. The penalties, set by the Province, are $2,000 violation tickets for owners or organizers contravening the provincial health officer’s order on gatherings and events, and $200 violation tickets to individuals not following the direction of police or enforcement staff at events, or who refuse to comply with requests to follow health orders or safe operating procedures, or who respond with abusive behaviour. “Many members of the public, businesses and restaurants have been doing a great job helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and keep their community members safe,” said Jessie Adcock, General Manager of Development, Buildings and Licencing. “Enforcement, starting today, will be primarily focused on the much smaller group who aren’t.” The City has a staff enforcement team for private property, businesses, parks, and beaches, who will continue to provide education about compliance with provincial health orders. Starting today, these staff will now be involving the VPD when dealing with people or businesses who are persistent offenders. The VPD are now authorized by the Province to issue tickets and penalties. “The legislation permitting police enforcement is new and we’re working to ensure all police officers are trained in their new legal authorities,” says Constable Tania Visintin, Media Relations Officer, VPD. “We’re asking the public for their patience and for people to voluntarily adhere to the new orders.” If enforcement is escalated, the $2,000 fines set by the Province to owners, operators and organizers contravening provincial health orders will include: • hosting a private party or public event in excess of 50 people; • failing to provide appropriate hand sanitation and washroom facilities; • failing to provide sufficient space in the venue for physical distancing; • failing to obtain a list of names and contacts at large event; or • having more than five guests gathered in a vacation accommodation. $200 violation tickets for individuals will be for those who: • actively encourage others to attend gatherings or events that do not comply with health orders; • refuse to leave or disperse when directed to do so by enforcement officers; • refuse to comply with requirements for a restaurant, bar or other licensed establish-

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We deserve so much more from this government.” Bryan D., owner of Domino’s Pizza, said: “There has been no communication from BC housing or the B.C. government. The move of the homeless encampment to the area my business is located has resulted in increased crime. We have had multiple thefts, break-ins, attempted robbery, and continuous harassment of our employees. We have had to install extra security cameras, a new door security system, and GPS systems for our electric delivery bikes as they continue to be stolen. Employees have chosen not to work at this location because they are not safe.” Jay Bomford, owner of Roxyburger, said: “What is happening now is not only scary and depressing but comes at a time when our businesses are struggling more than ever. “My day usually starts early when I arrive at work and begin cleaning the human feces that is left on our front door and back steps. I step over a plethora of used needles trying not to get them jabbed in my shoes as they often do. I try to talk nicely to the people using my parking space to shoot up that I need to park as I am working in the building. This is the way I begin every day. “My staff has a new policy that no one leaves alone as there have been several instances of violence or threats of violence towards them. Some again are questioning if they feel safe enough to work on this part of Granville since the new residents have moved in. I have spoken with many regulars that don’t feel safe coming to the street anymore as they are accosted and threatened. I have even had

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GLENWOOD VILLAGE. 2 bdrm, 2 baths, 2 parking, 1400 plus SF upper floor unit located in a gated 45+ sought after complex. The foyer welcomes you to the Spacious, open concept, living room, dining room area with gas fireplace and vaulted ceilings. The large kitchen with nook leads to private wrap around sundeck for those summer BBQ's. Large windows and 2 sliding doors provide this, East facing, corner unit with natural light to soak up the sun. Master bedroom with walk in closet and ensuite. Second bedroom and full size bath. Over sized laundry and extra storage on main. Bonus: 2 parking stalls. Close to shopping, transit, Recreation, theatre and restaurants. Act quick as units in this complex are rarely available.

Boundary Park. Beautiful, Renovated, 3 level, 5 bdrm, 4 bath home on over 8000 SF. lot in desirable sought after neighborhood. South facing living room with 16' Vaulted ceilings and Gas fireplace, dining room, Large kitchen with white cabinets, Granite countertops, SS appliances, nook, Family room with gas F/P leading to sundeck plus Den and laundry. Above: Huge master bdrm with ensuite, gas F/P and walk in closet plus 3 more Spacious bedrooms and full bath. Basement has Media room, Rec room and Bar area. Bonus: One bdrm mortgage helper. Private fenced yard. Bring the RV plenty of parking front and back. Close to schools, transit, shopping with easy access to 64th Ave, #10 Hwy and Alex Fraser. Private tour.

SULLIVAN. Quality built 3 story, modern designed, 6 bdrm, 5 bath home located in a quite family oriented neighborhood. Large living room with gas fireplace, dining room, open concept kitchen with large island, granite countertops, SS appliances, nook leading to bright family room with 10' ceilings. Above : Master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, ensuite and walk in closet, 2nd master and 2 more bdrm. Basement offers huge Rec. room for upstairs use and 2 bdrm mortgage helper. Fully fenced, South facing, back yard to soak up the sun and enjoy family get together. Close to both levels of school, transit, shopping, recreation with easy access to #10 Hwy and King George Blvd. Nothing to do but move in. Act quick.

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WELCOME TO SWITCH, a boutique community of brand new townhomes located in Grandview Heights in South Surrey. This spacious 3 bedroom plus den home with 3 and a half baths has an elegant brick clad exterior and modern interior including stainless appliance package, quartz counters, maple soft close cabinets in a designer color scheme and custom built closet organizers in all bedrooms. Convenient powder on the main and full size washer dryer on upper floor. All homes include a 5 component home automation (smart thermostat, doorbell, front door lock, living room light bulbs & garage door opener) to make living a breeze. Great location, close to Morgan Crossing, Grandview shopping, dining & schools. Move in right away. GST applicable to this transaction.

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31 5888 144 ST, SURREY

9310 115A ST, N. DELTA

9680 161A ST, SURREY

NEW LISTING 4 BED • 4 BATH • 1,548 SF

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8 BED • 6 BATH • 4,057 SF Brand New House under construction in Prime Fleetwood Area on a 5087 Sq. ft. lot 8 Bed 6 Washroom, Recreation Room, 4057 sq ft built up area, 2+1 Basement Suites. Will be ready by October end.

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13793 108 AVE, SURREY

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12621 54 AVE, SURREY

6081 148 ST, SURREY

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$959,000

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9595 116 ST, DELTA

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Chandigarh (IANS): Calling for “war-like preparedness” to deal with the massive COVID-19 spike, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Thursday ordered a series of emergency measures, including extension of weekend lockdown with daily night curfew from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. in all the 167 cities and towns from Friday. He also ordered a total ban on all gatherings, except weddings and funerals, across the state till August 31. Government and private offices will work at 50 per cent capacity till the end of this month, as per the directives issued by the Chief Minister during a virtual meeting with top officials on Thursday to review the COVID-19 situation in the state, which is witnessing a massive increase in daily cases and an increase in deaths. He also directed the officials concerned to restrict public visitors in government offices and to encourage the use of online grievance redressal system, which has been significantly strengthened by the state government to minimise in-person contact. In the five worst-affected districts of Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Patiala and Mohali, restrictions on vehicular capacity have been imposed

New Delhi (IANS): A Delhi court on Tuesday directed the city police to continue providing security to arms dealer Abhishek Verma, a witness in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, for a month and to also reassess the threat perception to him as well as senior advocate H.S. Phoolka. Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Harjyot Singh Bhalla issued the directions to the Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) while hearing a case against former Congress leader Jagdish Tytler. It pertains to the alleged killing of three Sikhs at Delhi’s Gurdwara Pulbangash in 1984, a day after the assassination of thenPrime Minister Indira Gandhi. In an application, Verma, a witness in the case, told the court that the security cover provided to him was suddenly withdrawn by the police “without any prior notice or without re-evaluating the threat perception”. Phoolka is representing the complainant in the case. He sought a direction for reinstatement of round-the-clock police security cover and reevaluation of threat perception to him and his family members. The application further stated that he is constantly receiving death threats via calls and e-mails to pressure him not to depose against Tytler. He said that sudden withdrawal of security has left his family members extremely “disturbed and distressed due to the fear”.

Amarinder Singh again, with buses and other public transport to operate with 50 per cent capacity and private four-wheelers not allowed to carry more than three passengers per vehicle. The Chief Minister has also directed the Deputy Commissioners in these five districts to allow only 50 per cent of the non-essential shops to open on a daily basis to check crowding. These five districts currently account for 80 per cent of the active case load in the state. The Chief Minister directed Director General of Police Dinkar Gupta to strictly enforce compliance of rules with regard to the number of persons allowed to attend weddings and funerals, and also to ensure total ban on political gatherings till August 31, when the situation will be

reviewed. He also asked the DGP to crack the whip on all political protests and gatherings, and asked his own Congress’ leadership to enforce the ban strictly. “Enough is enough,” said Amarinder Singh, adding that “we need to be tough without affecting the state’s economic activity”. Citing the 920 COVID-19 deaths reported in the state so far, he said “each death pains me, and the projections for the coming weeks are grim”. Underlining the need to promote public participation in creating awareness on the measures to check the spread of COVID-19, he asked the Health Department to involve all other departments, NGOs and local politicians to educate the people.

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Farooq Abdullah meets senior National Conference leaders Srinagar (IANS): National Conference President Farooq Abdullah held a meeting with senior party colleagues at his home in Srinagar on Thursday. The meeting was convened days after the government told the court that the leaders are free and not under detention. Among those present in the meeting included National

Farooq Abdullah (far right) meets senior party colleagues.

Conference General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, provincial president Kashmir Nasir Aslam Wani, former minister Abdul Rahim Rather, senior leader Mohd Shafi Uri and National Conference MPs Hasnain Masoodi and Akbar Lone. “Today our meeting was merely to see whether our colleagues can come out of their homes as claimed by the

government,” Farooq said. He did not talk about the political strategy of his party after the abrogation of Article 370 and said that it would be decided after due deliberations with the party leadership. “The future political strategy can be revealed only after all the detained leaders are released,” he said. He said an all-party meeting

which could not be organised earlier would be held in the future. He said the National Conference stands with PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti and wants her and every other leader to move freely without any problems. “We want her to be free,” he said. “I am in constant touch with her; she is a signatory to the Gupkar declaration.”

Ex-Bangladesh Army chief behind murder of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman: Killer’s confession Fugitive Noor Chowdhury is in Canada Dhaka (IANS): In a confession before he was hanged to death in April for the killing of ‘Bangabandhu’ Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, dismissed military officer Abdul Majed said that former Bangladesh Army chief Ziaur Rahman was behind the 1975 assassination. Bangladesh on Saturday mourned the death of Rahman, who was assassinated on August 15, 1975, along with his wife Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib, and 12 other family members in one of the worst political massacres 45 years ago. In the confession, Majed said that the day after the murder, Ziaur Rahman addressed all

Abdul Majed the jawans and officers of Dhaka Cantonment. “He motivated everyone not to worry about what happened and asked them to return to the chain of command. ‘It’s a matter of the nation, it’s not a matter of us’,” Majed quoted

Rahman as saying. Majed further said that those involved in the assassination were given shelter at Bangabhaban on the day of the massacre. They were staying in the VIP suite next to President Khandaker Mushtaq, where Ziaur Rahman used to go there and meet them. He later awarded the renegade officers. Zia posted the killers in Foreign Service and promoted each one of them as a reward. In his confession, which described the beginning and end of the murder, Majed mentioned that he was also with the killers as a relatively

junior officer. He said that Noor Chowdhury shot Bangabandhu, while Risaldar Mosleh Uddin shot and killed the other members of the family. Majed also claimed that those who were given jobs in the Foreign Service did not have the same qualifications, adding that they were given a promotion and awarded to foreign posting because of his (Ziaur Rahman) direct patronage. However, those officers were not qualified for foreign service, not even graduates. Most of them were short-term commissioned officers. Majed had repeatedly tried

to hide his involvement. After serving as the Ambassador of Senegal, he was brought back to the country in 1980 as per his wish and was promoted to the post of Deputy Secretary in Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC). Majed, who was hanged to death on April 12, was arrested in Dhaka on April 7 some 24 years after trial began against him and his fellow army officers for the massacre. The authorities executed five of the 12 military personnel sentenced to death for the murder. Their execution took place on January 27, 2010, a year after Bangabandhu’s

eldest daughter, incumbent Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina came to power for her second term. One of the accused, Aziz Pasha, died in Zimbabwe in 2001, while six others declared fugitives faced conviction in absentia. Of the fugitives, the government knows the whereabouts of Noor Chowdhury, who is in Canada, and Rashed Chowdhury, in the US. While the locations of Col (dismissed) Khandaker Abdur Rashid, Lt Col (relieved) Shariful Haque Dalim,and Risaldar Moslehuddin Khan were yet to be determined.

Fake appointment racket busted in Delhi, 5 held New Delhi (IANS): Five persons have been arrested on the charge of duping hundreds of unemployed youths on the pretext of providing them jobs in the Airport Authority of India (AAI) at the IGI Airport here, a senior Delhi Police officer said on Tuesday. The accused were identified as Sumit Upadhay, Sajid Ali, Shahzad, Pawan, and Sanjay. As many as 18 mobile phones, laptops, 10 SIM cards and some stamps were seized from them.

Explaining their modus operandi, police said the gang members posted advertisements on Facebook to ask for applications for jobs in the AAI and even sent out fake appointment letters to the candidates. They asked for money to be deposited in different bank accounts on various pretexts. They also ran a call centre from a rented premise at Khora Colony in Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh, where they received a huge number of calls from job aspirants. Calls

were initially received by telecallers just to give an impression of genuineness to the callers. The telecallers, after assuring the victims about direct AAI jobs, asked them to deposit Rs 1,050 each as registration charges in bank accounts. After a day or two, the accused used to send forged appointment letters of AAI through speed post and asked their victims to deposit Rs 25,550 more for the job

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Cancer cases in India to rise by 12% by 2025, says government report Cancers related to use of any form of tobacco were highest in northeast India

New Delhi (IANS): There will be a 12-percent increase in cancer cases across the country in five years as per the National Cancer Registry Programme Report 2020, released by the Indian Council of Medical Research and the National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research on Tuesday. According to the report, India will have 1.39 million cancer cases in 2020, which

will increase to 1.57 million by 2025, based on current trends. These estimates are based on information related to cancer collected from 28 population-based Cancer Registries and 58 hospitalbased Cancer Registries. These results then facilitate efforts to strengthen cancer prevention and control throughout the country. In 2020, tobacco-related

cancers are estimated to contribute 370,000 (27.1 per cent) of the total cancer burden. Among women, breast cancers are estimated to contribute 200,000 (14.8 per cent) and cervix cancer are estimated to contribute 75,000 (5.4 per cent), whereas for both men and women, cancers of the gastrointestinal tract is estimated to contribute 270,000 (19.7 per cent) of the total cancer

cases. Cancers related to use of any form of tobacco were highest in the northeastern region of the country and in higher proportion in men. While cancer of lung, mouth, stomach and oesophagus were the most common among men, cancer of breast and cervix uteri were the most common among women. A significant increase in the

incidence rates of breast cancers in women, and lung and head and neck cancers in both men and women was observed in most of the registries, but a declining trend was seen in most of the registries for cancer of the cervix. Lung cancer was diagnosed at a stage of spread to distant sites, while cancers of head and neck, stomach, breast and cervix were in higher

proportions with locoregional spread. Multimodality treatment, a varied combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, was administered for cancers of breast and head and neck, while cancer cervix was treated mainly with radiotherapy and chemotherapy. For cancers of the lung and the stomach, systemic therapy was the mode of treatment.

Supreme Court went way beyond what people were expecting: Bhandari New Delhi (IANS): Ishkaran Singh Bhandari, whom BJP Rajya Sabha MP Subramanian Swamy appointed to initiate a CBI probe into the Sushant Singh Rajput case, says Supreme Court ordering a courtmonitored CBI probe is a step way ahead of expectations. “It is a huge victory for the people of India. Our constitution starts with, ‘We the people’ and the people united in this case,”

Sushant Singh Rajput Bhandari told IANS after the judgement. “I said on July 1 that this case

must have a CBI investigation. I could see that Mumbai police was completely botching up the case. That has been vindicated now by the Supreme Court’s judgment where they have transferred this case to CBI,” he added. Bhandari, a lawyer and political analyst, continued: “One very important point that has not been covered yet -- but I think when people will read

the judgment they will understand -- is in paragraph 41, where the Supreme Court has said cases connected to the death of Sushant Singh Rajput will also go to CBI. That means anything connected to it. If the CBI finds Disha Salian’s death is connected or something else is connected or destruction of evidence is connected to the case, then that will also be with CBI. So the court has

gone way beyond what most people were expecting and has done substantial and complete justice,” he added. On June 14, Sushant was found hanging in his residence in Mumbai. The post-mortem report stated that the actor had committed suicide. The late actor’s father KK Singh filed an FIR in Bihar accusing six people including Sushant’s girlfriend, actress Rhea Chakraborty, for

abetment to suicide among other charges. Bhandari continued: “It is a huge step (towards justice). When we started to ask for a CBI probe in July, there was not even a criminal case. Mumbai police was not doing a criminal investigation. There was no FIR. CBI investigates crimes. This is a crime now with criminal investigation into it,” he added.

Manmohan Singh wanted to step down, make Rahul prime minister: Congress leader New Delhi (IANS): Congress leader Shaktisinh Gohil on Wednesday claimed that during UPA-II, then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had offered Rahul Gandhi his place as he wanted to step down due to health issues. However, Rahul Gandhi turned down the proposal and requested Manmohan Singh to complete his term, he said at a press conference in response to a question on party General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi’s expressed willingness to work under non-Gan-

Priyanka and Rahul Gandhi. the Gandhi family... they don’t dhi Congress chief. “This is the graciousness of hanker after power. Sonia

Gandhi refused to become Prime Minister in 1991 and then in 2004 and Rahul Gandhi declined the offer during UPA-II,” Gohil said. Asked when Manmohan Singh made the offer, he responded that it was widely reported in the media. The Congress leader’s comment came in the wake of a claim made in book “India Tomorrow: Conversations with the Next Generation of Political Leaders” by Pradeep Chibber and Harsh Shah. The book says Priyanka Gan-

dhi was ready to work under a non-Gandhi President after Rahul Gandhi’s resignation following the party’s rout in the 2019 general elections. “If there were to be another party President, he would be my boss. If he tells me tomorrow that he doesn’t want me in Uttar Pradesh but wants me to be in Andaman and Nicobar (Islands), then I would jolly well go to Andaman and Nicobar,” she had said, as per the book. Rahul Gandhi had also said that the party should elect a

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Punjab Chief Minister bats for tribunal to assess water availability Chandigarh (IANS): Urging the Central government to be cautious on the Satluj Yamuna Link Canal (SYL) issue, which has the potential to disturb the nation’s security, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Tuesday reiterated the need for a tribunal to make a fresh timebound assessment of the water availability, even as he

sought complete share of water for his state from the total resource available, including from the Yamuna river. “You have to look at the issue from the national security perspective. If you decide to go ahead with the SYL, Punjab will burn and it will become a national problem, with Haryana and Rajasthan also suffering the impact,” Ama-

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Amarinder Singh certain the status. Noting that there had, in fact, been no adjudication or scientific assessment of available Punjab river waters till date, the Chief Minister said the BBMB had reported that availability of Ravi-Beas water had come down from the estimated 17.17 MAF in 1981 to 13.38 MAF in 2013. Despite being a non-basin state and having a smaller population as well as lesser cultivated land area, Haryana’s total availability of river water stood at 12.48 MAF as against Punjab’s 12.42 MAF, he noted. He pointed out that trans-basin transfer of water can only be allowed from a surplus basis to a deficit basis, and, as of today, Punjab is a deficit state and could not, therefore, be asked to transfer water to Haryana. Amarinder Singh said that he had taken a concerted decision to terminate all water agreements back in 2004 to save Punjab from burning, amid reports that violence could erupt in the state in

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continued attempts to foment trouble and to try and revive the separatist movement through the banned Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) organisation. The water issue could further destabilise the state, he warned. Punjab had a right to Yamuna water, in which it did not get a share at the time of the 60:40 division of assets with Haryana during the state’s division in 1966, the Chief Minister said, even as he expressed his willingness to sit across the table with his Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar to discuss the ‘emotive’ issue. He also suggested that Rajasthan be involved in the discussions on the SYL canal and the Ravi-Beas waters issue as it was also a stakeholder. It was decided during the meeting that the Chief Ministers of Punjab and Haryana will meet in Chandigarh, on a date to be fixed later, for further talks on the issue, and will then approach the Union Minister again. Putting forth Punjab’s stand during the meeting, Amarinder Singh said that it was necessary to set up a tribunal for fair adjudication of the water availability, and pointed out that the water sharing proposed by the Eradi Commission was 40 years old, while international norms require a review every 25 years to as-

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and in Mansa town a day earlier. The Minister complained of a sore throat, after which he was tested for coronavirus. Kangar told the media over the phone that his condition

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Chandigarh (IANS): Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Badal on Wednesday warned Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh against “compromising on the state’s consistent and principled stand on the riparian principle with regard to the unsustainable demand for distribution of river waters”. The Akali leader said the SYL canal issue stood closed forever after the Parkash Singh Badal-led government had returned the acquired land to its

No compromise on Punjab’s water: Sukhbir Badal

Sukhbir Badal original owner farmers. The SAD President said the Chief Minister should have categorically told Union Water Resources Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat that

massive injustice had been done to Punjab by successive Congress governments, especially by Indira Gandhi, in looting Punjab’s waters and giving these unjustly to Rajasthan and Haryana. “Congress Chief Minister Darbara Singh had signed on Punjab’s death warrants. When told by Indira Gandhi to choose between his chair as CM and Punjab’s rights on river waters, Darbara Singh chose his chair,” an official statement quoting Sukhbir

Badal said. “Punjabis are now paying with their lives the price for the greed of the Congress leaders like Darbara Singh.” The Akali leader said building a canal without determining the quantum of water, if any, to flow through it is a ‘patently absurd idea’. “Never in human history has a canal ever been built without first ascertaining the availability of the water. That is literally putting the cart before the horse and the people of

Punjab are totally at a loss to understand why such an absolutely irrational and unprecedented demand was being made at all.” Former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir reiterated that Punjabis and the Akali Dal would never accept the construction of the SYL nor allow it to be built. He said Amarinder Singh’s arguments in Tuesday’s meeting with the Haryana counterparts have surprised the Punjabis as these constitute

a departure from the known and consistent position on riparian principle. “Punjab’s claim on river waters is based on the nationally and internationally accepted riparian principle. The issue of Yamuna waters is only an argument against Haryana’s stand. We just want that we must not be robbed of our own river waters and we don’t demand Yamuna waters because we stick to the riparian principle,” Sukhbir added.

Calling assembly session constitutional requirement: Punjab Chief Minister the people was not by his government but by SAD President Sukhbir Badal, whose pathetic record of attendance in Assembly as MLA showed how little importance he gave to the House and its sessions, said the Chief Minister in a statement. From March 2017 to May 2019, when he was MLA, Badal attended the House for only 16 of the 40 days in session, he pointed out. Amarinder Singh expressed

shock at the reaction of Badal and AAP leader Harpal Singh Cheema, terming it not just ludicrous but a manifestation of the total lack of sensitivity and concern on the part of the two opposition parties in the state. Both the parties seemed bent on playing with the sentiments of the people, whose only concern at present was to protect themselves from the COVID-19, which was peaking in the state and could play havoc with the

Punjab Assembly’s one-day session on August 28 Chandigarh (IANS): The Punjab Vidhan Sabha will convene on August 28 for a one-day session, the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in the country. The go-ahead for the session came on Monday during a video conference meeting of the Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh.

The Cabinet pointed out the constitutional requirement to hold a session within six months of the previous one and decided on a day-long session with two sittings. A regular session would be held later when the COVID-19 situation improves. With the Cabinet decision, the Punjab Governor has been authorised to convene the 12th session of the 15th

state before stabilising, said the Chief Minister. Responding to Badal’s remark that the single-day session was evidence of the government’s acknowledgement that it has lost the mandate to govern, Amarinder Singh said his government had the mandate of the people and did not need the support of the handful of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) MLAs in the Assembly.

The only pressure on the government in calling the one-day session was Constitutional, the Chief Minister noted, urging Badal to go and read up the Constitution, whose principles and rules the Akalis had stopped upholding a long time ago. With 34,400 people in the state having tested positive so far and 898 deaths, including 1,704 reported positive and 35 dead on a single

day on August 18, the situation was grim, the Chief Minister noted, adding that 366 people were on oxygen and three critically ill on ventilators. The Chief Minister said neither the Shiromani Akali Dal nor the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) had any meaningful issue to project among the people, and were thus resorting to shameful antics in the midst of the pandemic.

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JOB OPENING! NJSA Enterprises Ltd O/A Circle K located at 18208 89 Avenue, Edmonton, ABT6L6J7 is looking for candidates to fill the position of Retail Store Manager.The position beingoffered is full time/permanent with a starting wage of $36/ hour along with a 4% vacation paypaid after every two weeks and the candidate is required to work a minimum 40 hours per week. The position requires the candidate to be fluent in written and oral English. Duties include: Developing and implementing marketing strategies. Be responsive to customer requests and issues. Decide staffing requirements and hire staff. Make sure that staff performs duties accurately as assigned and direct the operations of establishments engaged in wholesale and retail sales. Plan budgets and approve expenditures.Completion of secondary school and a minimum of two years of related experience is required.to apply, email your resume at njsaenterprisesltd@gmail.com. We welcome indigenous people, vulnerable youth and newcomers to apply for the job. JOB OPENING! NJSA Enterprises Ltd O/A Circle K located at 18208 89 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6L6J7 is looking for candidates to fill the position of Retail Store Supervisor.The position being offered is full time with a starting wage of $21/ hour with a 4% vacation pay paid after every two weeks and the candidate is required to work a minimum 40 hours per week. The position requires the candidate to be fluent in written and oral English. Duties include: Supervise and coordinate sales staff and cashiers. Prepare reports regarding sales volume, merchandising andpersonnel matters. Authorize payment by cheque and the return of merchandize. Resolve problems that arise, such as customer complaints and supply shortages. Organize and maintain inventory. May hire and train staff when instructed. Resolve customer complaints that mayarise. Completion of secondary school and a minimum of two years of related experience isrequired.to apply, email your resume at njsaenterprisesltd@ gmail.com. We welcomeindigenous people, vulnerable youth and newcomers to apply for the job. J.R. Electric Ltd is hiring Electricians Salary: $29/ hour+ 4% vacation pay. Number of Vacancies:2Minimum 40 Hours per week. Language at work: English. Job type: Fulltime/Permanent. Location of work: Various sites in lower mainland. Business address: 13973 90 Avenue Surrey, British Columbia V3V 1C2..J.R. Electric Ltd is a Surrey based company serving the Lower Mainland. We are currently looking for qualified Electricians to work at our wide range of residential and commercial

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Joe Biden’s agenda for the Indian American community PRESUMPTIVE Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden posted the following on his website – “Joe Biden’s Agenda for the Indian American Community” – to show his strong support for Indian Americans and India (for the full text, visit our website voiceonline.com): As Senator, as Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and as Vice President, Joe Biden has supported Indian Americans and a strong friendship between India and the United States. Diverse and vibrant communities of Indian Americans enrich the fabric of our nation in every state of the union. Biden will ensure that South Asian Americans are represented in his administration, starting with his Vice Presidential nominee, Senator Kamala Harris, whose mother emigrated from India to study and build a life in the United States. Our government will reflect the diversity of the United States, and Indian American voices will be included in shaping the policies that impact their communities. Stem the Rising Tide of Hate and Bigotry Since Donald Trump took office, the number of hate crimes that take place across our country

has greatly increased, according to the FBI’s hate crime statistics. We have a President who, in clear language and in code, encourages and emboldens prejudice and hatred — and that’s dangerous. Indian Americans of all backgrounds — Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, Jain, and others — have been subjected to bullying and xenophobic attacks and need now, more than ever, a reassurance that our leaders in Washington will have their backs. During the Obama-Biden Administration, the FBI expanded its hate crime statistics program to include Sikhs, Hindus, and Buddhists. As President, Biden will directly address the rise in hateful attacks and enact legislation prohibiting someone convicted of a hate crime from purchasing or possessing a firearm. Biden will appoint leaders at the Department of Justice who will prioritize the prosecution of hate crimes, and he will order his Justice Department to focus additional resources to combat hate crimes — including religion-based hate crimes — and to confront white nationalist terrorism. He will also seek legislation that increases the potential sentence for certain hate crimes that occur in houses of worship and other religious community sites, such as gurudwaras, mandirs, temples, and mosques. And, he will use his executive power to ensure that the De-

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In 2012, the Sikh community suffered a terrible tragedy when a white supremacist opened fire in an Oak Creek, Wisconsin, gurdwara, ultimately killing seven and wounding four. In January 2019, a Hindu mandir was the victim of a horrific act of vandalism and destruction, with windows shattered and xenophobic messages spray-painted across the walls. A murti (sacred image) was defaced and a knife was stabbed into a chair. Biden understands that mandirs, mosques, gurudwaras, and temples are sacred spaces and that acts of vandalism and destruction gnaw at a community’s sense of belonging and undermine its ability to freely and safely worship. America was built on a foundation of religious freedom and, as President, Biden will redouble our efforts to end hate-filled acts of violence and intimidation and help us to reach our highest values. He will also ensure that places of worship have access to robust and direct security support from the federal government. We cannot leave our faith-based organizations to

Joe Biden and Kamal Harris. rely on donations and internal fundraising efforts to guard against deadly attacks. Biden will work with Congress to attain an immediate and substantial increase in direct security grant funding to faith-based organizations through the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP). Secure our Values as a Nation of Immigrants Biden will rescind Trump’s “Muslim ban” on day one and reverse the detrimental asylum policies that are causing chaos and a humanitarian crisis at our border. He will immediately begin working with Congress to pass legislative immigration reform that modernizes our system, with a priority on keeping families together by providing a roadmap to citizenship for nearly 11 million undocumented immigrants — including more than 500,000 from India. Biden will support family-based immigration and preserve family unification as a core principle of our immigration system, which includes reducing the family visa backlog. He will increase the number of visas offered for permanent, work-based immigration based on macroeconomic conditions and exempt from any cap recent graduates of PhD programs in STEM fields. And, he will support first reforming the temporary visa system for high-skill, specialty jobs to protect wages and workers, then expanding the number of visas offered and eliminating the limits on employment-based green cards by country, which have kept so many Indian families in waiting for too long. Biden will restore and defend the naturalization process for green card holders. And, he will increase the number of refugees we welcome into this country by setting the annual global refugee admissions target to 125,000 and seek to raise it over time commensurate with our responsibility, our values, and the unprecedented global need. He will also work with Congress to establish a minimum admissions number of 95,000 refugees annually. Biden will remove the uncertainty for Dreamers by reinstating the DACA program and explore all legal options to protect their families from inhumane separation. And, he will end workplace raids and protect other sensitive locations from immigration enforcement actions. No one should be afraid to seek medical attention, or go to school, their job, or their place of worship for fear of an immigration enforcement action. Streamline Processing for Religious Worker Visas

Many Indian Americans belong to faith communities that rely on the counsel, support, and wisdom of scholars and religious specialists, who may be foreign nationals traveling to the United States on a temporary religious worker (R-1) visa. For many Indian American organizations, the submission and review process for religious worker visas requires substantial administrative and financial resources. Moreover, processing times can result in travel delays, which adversely impact these communities across the country. Biden will direct the State Department and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to identify methods and programs for streamlining the review of religious worker visas submitted by any faith-based organizations with a reliable track record of faithfully utilizing the religious worker visa program. Honor the Diversity and Contributions of Indian Americans

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Support the U.S.-India Partnership Biden played a lead role, both as Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and as Vice President, in systematically deepening our strategic engagement, people-to-people ties, and collaboration with India on global challenges. In 2006, Biden announced his vision for the future of U.S.-India relations: “My dream is that in 2020, the two closest nations in the world will be India and the United States.” He has also worked to make that vision a reality, including leading the charge in Congress, working with Democrats and Republicans, to approve the U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Agreement in 2008. The Obama-Biden Administration continued to deepen collaboration between India and the United States on strategic, defense, economic, regional, and global challenges. Biden was a major

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champion of growing and expanding the U.S.-India partnership. Recognizing India’s growing role on the world stage, the Obama-Biden Administration formally declared U.S. support for India’s membership in a reformed and expanded United Nations Security Council. The Obama-Biden Administration also named India a “Major Defense Partner” – a status approved by the Congress – to ensure that when it comes to the advanced and sensitive technology that India needs to strengthen its military, India is treated on par with our closest partners. President Obama and Vice President Biden also strengthened our cooperation with India to fight terrorism in each of our countries and across the region. Biden believes there can be no tolerance for terrorism in South Asia – cross-border or otherwise. A Biden Administration will also work with India to support a rules-based and stable Indo-Pacific region in which no country, including China, is able to threaten its neighbors with impunity. Biden will deliver on his long-standing belief that India and the United States are natural partners, and a Biden Administration will place a high priority on continuing to strengthen the U.S.-India relationship. No common global challenge can be solved without India and the United States working as responsible partners. Together, we will

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