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India accused of interfering in Canada’s federal election with disinformation campaigns. Canadian intelligence agencies warn of foreign influence from India, China, Pakistan, and Iran. Chandra Arya disqualified from Liberal leadership race over suspected ties to India. Allegations surface that India interfered in the 2022 Conservative leadership race. Canada’s security agencies struggle to counter growing foreign interference threats. Canadian intelligence officials have raised concerns about India’s role in election interference. As the country prepares for federal elections on April 28, foreign actors like India, China, Pakistan, and Iran are suspected of using disinformation to influence voters. In a press briefing, Vanessa…

Bangladesh has formally requested technical details on China’s planned hydropower dam on the Brahmaputra. The Medog Hydropower Station will generate 60GW, nearly three times China’s Three Gorges Dam. Experts warn of significant downstream impacts on water flow and sediment distribution. China has assured Bangladesh that the dam will not divert water. Bangladesh has expressed concern over China’s decision to build a massive hydropower dam on the Brahmaputra River. The government has officially requested detailed technical documents from Beijing regarding the project’s impact. China approved the construction of the Medog Hydropower Station in December 2024. The dam, to be built in…

US imposes 25% tariffs on imported automobiles, effective April 2. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney calls the tariffs a “direct attack.” Canada’s auto industry, employing over 625,000 people, faces serious risks. Carney announces a CA$2 billion fund to support affected auto workers. The United States has announced a 25% tariff on imported automobiles, effective April 2, in a move aimed at protecting American auto manufacturers. President Donald Trump confirmed the decision on Wednesday, declaring, “This is permanent.” The announcement has sparked strong reactions from trading partners, particularly Canada, which has a significant stake in the auto industry. Canadian Prime Minister…

More than 1,100 people detained amid ongoing protests in Turkey. Imamoglu, Erdogan’s main rival, jailed on corruption charges. Protests continue for five consecutive nights despite street gathering bans. 123 police officers injured in clashes during protests. Journalists, including AFP staff, among those detained during coverage. Turkey is experiencing its biggest protests in over a decade after the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Erdogan’s main rival. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said authorities have detained 1,133 people since the protests began five days ago. The unrest escalated after a court ordered Imamoglu jailed pending trial. Imamoglu, a key opposition figure,…

Egypt presents a new plan to restore the Gaza ceasefire. At least 65 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes in 24 hours. Hamas and the US support the proposal; Israel remains unresponsive. The plan calls for weekly release of Israeli hostages by Hamas. Gaza faces a worsening humanitarian crisis with mass displacement. Egypt has presented a new proposal aimed at restoring the Gaza ceasefire, security sources revealed on Monday. The move comes as Palestinian health authorities report that Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 65 people in Gaza over the past 24 hours. Since Israel resumed its military operations last Tuesday,…

Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital kills Hamas official Ismail Barhoum and a 16-year-old boy. The attack also wounded eight others, all patients receiving medical treatment. Israel claims Barhoum was a target for his involvement in Hamas military activities. Nasser Hospital suffered severe damage, with its surgical ward destroyed. The death toll in Gaza exceeds 50,000, with more than 600 killed since Israel resumed military operations. On Sunday night, an Israeli airstrike hit Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. The attack killed at least two people, including senior Hamas official Ismail Barhoum and a 16-year-old boy. Eight others were also…

US and Russian negotiators hold ceasefire talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Discussions focus on halting long-range attacks and ensuring safe Black Sea shipping. Recent Russian drone strikes kill at least seven people in Kyiv. Zelenskyy calls for more pressure on Russia to stop hostilities. Ukraine’s railway system faces a massive cyberattack, disrupting online services. US and Russian officials met in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Monday to discuss a partial ceasefire in Ukraine. The meeting followed earlier talks between US and Ukrainian delegates. Officials focused on pausing long-range attacks on energy sites and civilian areas. Black Sea security and safe shipping…

European allies consider using $300 billion in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s recovery. The assets were frozen after Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Poland, the UK, and Baltic states support seizing the assets for Ukraine’s compensation. France, Germany, and Belgium caution against asset seizure due to legal and economic risks. Legal experts debate the legitimacy of confiscating assets under international law. The frozen assets mainly consist of short-term government bonds held by Russia’s central bank. Most of these bonds have matured and turned into cash. Currently, around 210 billion euros are stored in European Union states, with 183 billion euros…

South Australian beaches closed after dead fish and toxic foam washed ashore. Surfers reported health issues, including sore eyes and coughing. Microalgal bloom caused by unusual weather suspected as the cause. Water samples collected for analysis; results expected by week’s end. Waitpinga and Parsons Beach remain closed to the public for safety. On Monday, two popular beaches in South Australia, Waitpinga and Parsons Beach, were closed. This came after reports of dead fish and unusual off-white foam washing ashore. Surfers in the area also experienced sore eyes, sore throats, and coughing after coming into contact with the water. Authorities suspect…

India seeks US designation of SFJ as a terrorist group, despite lack of concrete evidence. The request follows a failed plot to assassinate SFJ leader Pannun in the US. SFJ has been advocating for the Khalistan movement peacefully, despite accusations of extremism. India’s claim of SFJ as a threat raises questions about freedom of expression and political movements. US Embassy remains silent on India’s request, leaving the international community in doubt. India has asked the United States to officially label the Sikh separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) as a terrorist organization. This request comes as tensions rise over SFJ’s…