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Canadian Tire lays off 3% of full-time employees, misses profit estimates
Canadian Tire (CTCa.TO) said on Thursday it had laid off 3% of its full-time employees, in an effort to lower costs amid slowing demand due to persisting inflation. Key Points
ReutersDid Jaishankar hold secret meet with Canadian counterpart? What India said
At a press conference, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi was asked if the news reports of Jaishankar meeting his Canadian counterpart were true. Here's what he said. Key Points
India TodayJaishankar met Canada FM in secret, Canadian diplomats still in India after 'deadline' — FT report
Financial Times report claims Ottawa and New Delhi are still in talks on how the 2 countries can reach 'parity' in diplomatic presence. MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi declines comment. Key Points
ThePrintDid China launch disinformation campaign to ensure Trudeau win? Canada’s other Asian tussle
Before row with India, Ottawa began inquiries into Beijing’s alleged interference in elections & expelled a Chinese diplomat. In response, China expelled Canada’s consul in Shanghai. Key Points
ThePrintPoland exploring extradition of Nazi war veteran lauded in Canadian Parliament
Yaroslav Hunka, a Nazi war veteran, was given a standing ovation in the Canadian Parliament last week. After a row erupted, Ottawa claimed to be not thoroughly aware about the 98-year-old's military background. Key Points
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Canadian PM cheekily asks Taylor Swift to add Canadian dates to Eras Tour
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau publicly appeals to Taylor Swift to include Canadian dates on her Eras Tour. Fans speculate about upcoming Canadian shows. Key Points
Hindustan TimesCanada to stop ads on Facebook, but sees path to settle dispute
The Canadian government will stop spending some C$10 million ($7.5 million) per year on Facebook and Instagram ads amid a dispute over a new law on paying online news publishers that the Meta-owned platforms have opposed, Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez said on Wednesday. Key Points
Reuters'Air India ki flight mat lo' — how Canadian neglect led up to Kanishka bombing 38 yrs ago
An explosives test conducted by the Babbar Khalsa was mistaken to be a 'gunshot'. Surveillance was called off, X-ray screen broke down & an anonymous bag was checked in. Key Points
ThePrintCanada forms task force to look into the fake admission letter scam, to not deport students for now
Canadian authorities have formed a task force to investigate the cases of Indian students who were victims of an alleged immigration scam and have announced that only those who are found genuine or victims of fraud will be allowed to stay in Canada. The immigration minister stated that those found guilty will be prosecuted under Canadian law, adding that officials have been working closely with organizations representing Canada's colleges and universities to better detect and combat fraud. Key Points
Economic TimesGoogle tests blocking content for some Canadians in response to news bill
All types of news content are being affected by the test, which will run for about five weeks, the company said. That includes content created by Canadian broadcasters and newspapers. | World News Key Points
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5 years after Canada-China row over their arrests for espionage, one Michael turns on the other
Canadians Michael Spavor & Michael Kovrig were arrested in China in 2018 & freed in 2021. Now, Spavor has alleged Kovrig passed info he shared on N Korea to Canada without his knowledge. Key Points
ThePrintBiden, Trudeau reach agreement to stop asylum seekers at unofficial crossings: Reports
Joe Biden is on a visit to Canada, where he would discuss a range of issues with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Border crossings between the two countries are governed by STCA, which allows US and Canadian officials to turn back asylum seekers in both directions at formal ports of entry. Key Points
India TodayWhy is PM Modi mum on parade hailing Indira Gandhi’s assassination, asks Congress
K.C. Venugopal said Mr. Modi, the EAM and the Indian High Commission in Canada must take firm steps to convey the anger of 140 crore Indians. Key Points
The HinduCongress condemns ‘celebration’ of Indira Gandhi’s assassination in Canada
K.C. Venugopal said Mr. Modi, the EAM and the Indian High Commission in Canada must take firm steps to convey the anger of 140 crore Indians. Key Points
The HinduJagmeet Singh's role suspected behind Trudeau's move to target India over poll interference
Highly-placed sources told ET that the move has been initiated by radical Jagmeet Singh of New Democratic Party, a coalition partner of Trudeau. They did not rule out the Trudeau government trying to deflect attention from Chinese interference in Canadian politics. Key Points
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Trudeau highlights ‘rule of law’ at virtual G20 summit
A readout from the Canadian said that Trudeau “highlighted the importance of coordinated G20 leadership and action to uphold the rule of law and international law,” among other matters. Interestingly, the readout did not mention the virtual summit was hosted by Modi. | World News Key Points
Hindustan Times'Sit down Madam': Shiv Sena MP schools US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar over India-Canada remark
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi hit out at US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar who commented on the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic row. Here's what she said. Key Points
Business TodayEnbridge C$4.6 bln equity sale raises hopes for Canada market revival
A recent C$4.6 billion capital raise by Enbridge (ENB.TO) and a raft of new U.S. deals have spurred optimism for a revival in Canadian equity capital markets (ECM) issuance, bankers and lawyers said. Key Points
ReutersGo back to ‘motherland’ India, says Pannun after Canada Hindu MP talks of temple vandalism
In his latest video, Khalistan separatist tells Chandra Arya & his followers that they have no place in the country. Only Khalistan Sikhs are loyal to Canadian values, he claims. Key Points
ThePrintIndian students may have to sign mandatory clause before getting Canadian visa
The Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce is approaching the Immigration Minister regarding the 'rampant ignorance' among Indian students about Canadian laws, which are costing students and certain Indo-Canadians dearly. The ICCC are urging the Immigration Minister to add an acknowledgment form to students' admission forms, whereby Indian students and their families must sign to say they have read basic Canadian laws, and understand the consequences should they be violated. Key Points
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