British Columbia’s Langley School District has banned e-scooters and e-bikes across all elementary, middle and secondary schools, citing student safety concerns as the new academic year begins. The new rules come into effect immediately and follow growing concerns over e-scooter-related accidents and serious injuries involving children across the Lower Mainland. However, the district’s new policy allows e-pedal bikes at secondary schools. Students aged 14 and 15 can use light e-bikes, while those aged 16 and older can use standard e-bikes. Adults are also permitted to use e-pedal bikes at

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has once again summoned Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal in connection with the Behbal Kalan firing case. Badal has been asked to appear before the SIT in Chandigarh on September 11 for questioning. Badal had previously appeared before the SIT on July 20. The latest summons comes as the investigation into the 2015 firing incident continues. The Behbal Kalan firing took place in October 2015, when police opened fire on protesters in Behbal Kalan, Faridkot district. The protesters were demonstrating against incidents of sacrilege involving th

Canada and the European Union are exploring a broad strategic alliance aimed at strengthening cooperation in trade, defence, security and other key areas, as both sides seek to navigate growing competition between the United States and China. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to outline the initiative during her annual State of the Union address in Strasbourg on September 16. Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to attend the address and speak to European lawmakers the following day, highlighting Canada’s push for closer ties with Europe. The Carney governmen

The Surrey Police Board has officially launched a nationwide search for a new chief constable to lead the Surrey Police Service (SPS). The board has hired PFM Executive Search to manage the recruitment process and help identify a qualified candidate for the top position. The move comes nearly three months after former Chief Constable Norm Lipinski was dismissed in early June. His termination led to the resignation of two board directors, including the board’s then-chair, in protest. Since Lipinski’s departure, Deputy Chief Constable Todd Matsumoto has been serving as interim chief. The sel

Canadian and Chinese military officials have held their first defence coordination talks in more than eight years, with the meeting taking place privately in Ottawa. China’s Defence Ministry confirmed that the meeting was held on September 4, saying the talks were aimed at restoring military-level communication between the two countries. The ministry described the discussions as a clear dialogue intended to improve mutual understanding and build trust between the two militaries. Notably, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government did not issue any public statement about the meeting, while Bei

Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi have reportedly decided to part ways just five months after their marriage. The rapper has announced his separation from his second wife, with the couple confirming the decision in a joint statement shared on social media. Rumours about the couple’s relationship had been circulating on social media for the past few months. On Monday night, Badshah and Isha addressed the speculation through separate Instagram posts, confirming that they had mutually decided to go their separate ways. In their statement, the couple said they had made the decision w

A government witness was cross-examined on Tuesday in a criminal defamation case against BJP Mandi MP and Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut at a court in Bathinda, Punjab. The witness, Gurpreet Singh, is a relative of complainant Mahinder Kaur. According to Mahinder Kaur’s lawyer, three government witnesses have so far been examined in the case. The complainant’s cross-examination is scheduled for the next hearing on September 15, subject to her health condition. Kangana Ranaut appeared before the court through video conferencing. Meanwhile, arguments were not heard today on an application se

A sensational incident was reported from the Shamli Kotwali area of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday evening, where popular YouTuber and Haryanvi actor Ankit Balyan was allegedly shot dead in broad daylight. According to the information available, Ankit had gone to the gym in the evening. As soon as he came out of the gym, some people allegedly opened indiscriminate fire at him. He sustained serious gunshot injuries and collapsed at the spot. Hearing the sound of gunfire, panic spread among people in the surrounding area. After receiving information about the incident, police teams immediately reach

Anurag Kashyap’s much-discussed film ‘Bandar’, starring Bobby Deol in the lead role, is set to make its digital premiere following its theatrical release. Streaming platform ZEE5 has announced that the film will begin streaming on August 28, 2026. Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the film also stars Sanya Malhotra, Sapna Pabbi and Saba Azad in key roles. The story explores the #MeTooForMen discourse and follows a man whose life is turned upside down after a woman accuses him. Before the truth emerges, he finds himself caught in the middle of public opinion, media scrutiny and social judgment.

The India release trailer of the global action-thriller ‘7 Dogs’ was unveiled by actor Salman Khan on Thursday. The film is scheduled to hit cinemas across India on August 21, 2026. The trailer features high-octane action sequences involving Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt, marking the reunion of the two Bollywood veterans on screen after a long time. Their appearance together has already generated significant excitement among fans. The action-packed promo gives audiences their first glimpse of the Salman-Sanjay duo in an international action setting. The film brings together actors and filmma