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Toronto, Oct 16 (IANS) In a “tragic case of domestic violence”, a 57 year-old Sikh man has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of his wife in Canada’s British Columbia province, police said.Balvir Singh, a resident of the town of New Westminster, is facing a second-degree murder charge for stabbing 46 year-old Kulwant Kaur to death on October 13.”This is, obviously, another tragic incident of domestic violence that has ended with someone’s life being taken far too soon,” Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) sergeant, Timothy Pierotti, told CTV News.At around 5 p.m. on October 14, officers…

“On July 24, 2023, theGoaBench of Bombay High Court, in response to some petitions, directed theGoagovernment to declare Mhadei as aTigerReserve. It gave theGoagovernment three months to do so. The government of Goathen approached the Supreme Court to nullify the order of the High Court.Buton September 25, 2023 the Supreme Court refused a stay,”JairamRameshsaid on X.“So now theGoagovthasnooptionbuttonotifythe MhadeiTigerReserveby October 24, 2023. Of course, like in the case of the cheetah project, the PM will claim credit.Butlet that be. There is continuity in governance which he never acknowledges,’ he said.JairamRameshsaid that on June 28, 2011, he had written to the…

The 31-year-old sustained the injury during Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Venezuela last Thursday and was forced off the pitch in the 79th minute of the game in Cuiaba.He has been unable to train normally since, prompting doubts over his availability for the clash against the Celeste at Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, Xinhua reports.Should Casemiro fail to recover in time, Fluminense midfielder Andre or Flamengo’s Gerson could be handed starting berths on Tuesday.Brazil is currently second in the 10-team South American qualifying group with seven points from three games, two points behind Argentina. Uruguay is fourth, three points further back.–IANSbc

The ten arms of Maa Durga symbolise the protection of the devotees. Celebrity Astrologer, Parduman Suri, shared the importance of the ten weapons held in the 10 arms of Maa Durga.Trishul: Trishul was gifted to Goddess Durga by Lord Mahadev. This trident has three sharp edges, which symbolize the three qualities of Tamas, Rajas, and Satva.Sword: This weapon was given by Lord Ganesha. It is a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. The sword represents the sharpness of the intellect while its shine represents knowledge.Spear: It is a symbol of auspiciousness, which is gifted to the mother by Lord Agni. It…

The ‘Safe City’ project is part of the UP government’s bid to ensure the safety of girls, women and the elderly during travel.”These CCTV cameras and panic buttons are being integrated with UP-112 by the transport department. This integration will allow passengers to seek help by pressing the panic button in case of any emergency during their journey. When the signal is received, the UP-112 team will be activated and provide immediate assistance. This will ensure a pleasant and safe travel experience for the passengers,” a government spokesman said.On behalf of the transport department, testing is being done by CRISIL…

The decision comes after 41,746 road accidents, killing 22,595 people and injuring 28,541, took place in Uttar Pradesh in 2022.Known as “Uttar Pradesh Road Crash Investigation Scheme”, it aims to make a scientific and analytical investigation mandatory in each case of road mishap involving death of three or more people.Last year recorded an increase of 1,368 deaths than the fatalities reported in the state in 2021.Principal secretary, transport, L Venkateshwar Lu issued a notification with regard to the new system after the Supreme Court-monitored committee on road safety recently asked all the states to come out with such an initiative.…

Deepak Tiwari, VP of agri-tech startup Otipy told IANSlife about six distinct Indian apples, uncovering their unique tastes, the wellness they bring, and even some expert tips for storage and delectable recipes.Read on…Shimla Apple: Shimla Apple is a crowd-pleaser for its sweet and juicy taste that comes with a crisp texture and a hint of tanginess. They are sourced from the Himalayas (up to 6000 ft). This variety is packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.”Rich in Vitamin C and fiber, Shimla Apples boost immunity, aid digestion, and provide antioxidants to combat colds and infections.”Recipe Idea: Try a refreshing Shimla Apple…

The opinion poll, conducted by polling agency Realmeter, showed the positive assessment of Yoon’s performance decreased by 3.7 percentage points from the previous week, while 62.2 per cent of respondents disapproved of his performance, up 2.4 percentage points from the same period, reports Yonhap News Agency.This marks the first time since the first week of May that his approval rating has fallen below the 35 per cent level.The pollster did not provide a reason for the decline, but major issues during the survey period include the ruling People Power Party’s crushing defeat in the by-election for Seoul’s Gangseo Ward office.The…

World Spine Day is observed globally on October 16 to raise awareness about the importance of spine health. The theme of this year’s Spine Day is “Move Your Spine”.According to doctors at Amrita Hospital Faridabad, exposure to long hours in front of screens, coupled with poor posture and inadequate ergonomics in the workplace, is causing the young adults to be susceptible to spine-related conditions like “text-neck syndrome”.The syndrome can be defined as where the neck muscles become strained and stiff, causing long-term spinal complexities, the experts said.”Poor posture has become the most common cause of back and neck pain among…

On Sunday, if the meanings of Ali’s iconic quote were imbibed at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, it was done by Afghanistan’s wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz. One wonders if Gurbaz has come across the quote or not, but in front of 26,440 fans in New Delhi, he showed why that line fits well for his knock of 80 off 57 balls, setting the base for a famous Afghanistan victory over England.Yes, England were sloppy in the first ten overs with the ball and in fielding, but they looked a bit rattled by the counterattack Gurbaz brought out to give Afghanistan a blazing…