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No Stay On Canadian Passenger Rights Charter, page 6 Why Pakistan Is So Perturbed About J & K, page 10 Ford Lunches With His Page Rudra Rami, page 12 Trudeau’s Approval Rating Drops 10 Points Energy & Climate Issues Singe PM; Conservatives Show Surge OTTAWA: Prime Minister latest public opinion data from rated, after weeks of conflict and Justin Trudeau and his minority the Angus Reid Institute finds the lack of resolution around the Liberal government are bearing PM’s performance has been lack- Coastal GasLi nk blockades. the scars of what has been a most ing in recent weeks, particularly The Prime Minister’s approval bruising start to a federal govern- on the energy and climate change rating has dropped 10 points, ment’s year. front, and this has had a negative and now sits at 33 per cent, right While the first 60 days of 2019 impact on his approval numbers. around where it was for most of were defined by a political scan- The most recent quarterly sur- 2019. dal, the beginning of 2020 has vey of more than 5000 adults More Key Findings: been marked by events at home shows the improved view of him • 34 per cent of Canadians and abroad that have demanded in the wake of the devastating would vote for the Conservative deft and adroit response. Iran plane crash that killed 57 Party of Canada if a new election Unfortunately for Trudeau, the Canadians in January has evapo- Continued on page 4 Health Officials Ramp Eight In Fray For CP Leader’s Post Up COVID-19 Testing Ottawa, ON – The Conserva- ship election. The final day of the tive Party has confirmed the- fi Conservative Party Leadership is nal list of Approved Applicants June 27th and the winner will be Target Is 1000 Samples A Day; Cases Climb To 33 for the 2020 Leadership election. announced in Toronto. Those that have met at least the first requirement of the Leader- ship race are: • Gladu, Marilyn • Husny, Rudy • Karahalios, Jim • Lewis, Leslyn • MacKay, Peter (also a Verified Candidate) • O’Toole, Erin (also an Authorized Contestant) • Peterson, Rick • Sloan, Derek Approved Applicants have submitted $25,000 of the $200,000

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This could into lower mortgage rates, though market, which he said will be make it easier to pay off higher it remains to be seen how much helpful for slower markets in the interest loans, but the lower rates of the savings financial institu- Prairies and Newfoundland, but might also make banks less eager tions will pass on, says James will drive further unbalance to to issue loans, said Doug Hoyes, Laird, co-founder of Ratehub.ca. already heated markets like the a licensed insolvency trustee at Bank Of Canada, Ottawa. Anything they don’t pass is profit Greater Toronto Area. “The chal- Hoyes, Michalos & Associates CP/ Sean Kilpatrick for them. lenge is if prices get too far ahead Inc. He said that anecdotally “Any area that’s not seeing has dropped.’’ Ratehub says a full of underlying income growth, it some financial institutions are change is simply because the fi- 50-basis cut to a $450,000 mort- triggers substantial corrections.’’ already getting more cautious on nancial institutions are taking gage on a 2.6 variable rate would He said there hasn’t been a sig- loans given the uncertainty about more profit. The cost of funds shift the mortgage rate to 2.1 nificant effect on the real estate Continued on page 2 A-2 | Friday, March 6, 2020 Front page www.WeeklyVoice.com THE WEEKLY VOICE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Focus On Keeping Track Where Virus Is Headed Bala Menon Continued from page 1 CONTRIBUTING WRITERS laboratory testing procedures to Amb. Praveen Verma (Retd.) ensure they produce the same re- Dr. Nivedita Das Kundu sults as the provincial laboratory. Harj Chaggar He said Canada needs to look Amitabh Saxena no further than its southern neighbour to see the perils of re- Graphic Design lying on a handful of labs to test a Tamarind Tree whole country. The count of COVID-19 cases Account MANAGERS Manu Ramachandran in the U.S. has risen precipitously G Prasaad in recent days, including Wash- Rohit Malhotra ington state, where 10 people Maha have died. Leis said the Centers Chief Public Health Officer of Canada Dr. Theresa Tam speaks as Deputy Chief Public Health Officer Dr. for Disease Control’s lagging Howard Njoo, left, Minister of Health Patty Hajdu and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland listen, dur- ONLINE MARKETING rollout of tests may be to blame. ing an update on coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at the National Press Theatre in Ottawa, on Wednesday, MANAGER Leis warns that it may not be March 4, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Amitabh Saxena long before the demand for testing in Canada exceeds the ability home with minimal contact with LEGAL ADVISOR of public health labs to keep up. others. A man in his 60s who re- Dr. Keshav Agnihotri And without timely detection of turned from Iran on February 29 ACCOUNTS where COVID-19 cases are crop- presented himself to Sunnybrook Asha J Singhh ping up, we won’t be able to pre- Health Sciences Centre’s emer- dict where the disease is headed. gency department, in Toronto, photographer “We want to be ahead of this on Tuesday, March 3. He was as- Manohar Sagoo and not just reacting to an emer- sessed and discharged home on gent situation,’’ he said. “The ex- the same day. As per protocols, Gross Circulation: 30,000 isting lab capacity that we have he went into self-isolation. CCNA Verified Circulation: right now is insufficient to be Ontario Health said: “At this 29,997 able to have the amount of sur- time, the virus is not circulat- Aug 14, 2015 veillance that we need.’’ ing locally. However, given the (Printed at Metroland) TORONTO: Dr. David Wil- global circumstances, Ontario is liams, Chief Medical Officer of actively working with city and Health, confirmed two new posi- of those patients having two con- Hospital’s emergency depart- health partners to plan for the po- tive cases of COVID-19 bringing secutive negative tests at least 24 ment, in Kitchener, where she was tential of local spread. The prov- All advertising in The Weekly the total number of confirmed hours apart. assessed, tested, and discharged ince continues to monitor this Voice is subject to the publisher’s cases in Ontario to 22. Of these, A woman in her 50s who re- home the same day. 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I would sure on people approaching re- copyright and offenders will be pros- think of it as an opportunity to tirement or in retirement who are ecuted under the law. have more of my payment ap- net savers,’’ he said. plied to principal, because the in- Given the potential impacts the The Weekly Voice terest component will go down.’’ virus may have on the economy, 7015 Tranmere Dr, Unit # 16 Mississauga, ON L5S 1T7 He said the rate cut is a sign however, it could still be prudent Phone: (905) 795-0639 that there could be a recession to increase savings, said Michelle Fax: (905) 795-9801 and people should factor in may- Pommells, CEO of Credit Coun- www.weeklyvoice.com be not getting the raise they’re is worried. And so if the experts Savings rates selling Canada. Email: [email protected] expecting or even getting laid off. are worried, I guess they’re try- The flip side of cheaper- bor “Looking at how you can in- “Lowering interest rates is a ing to tell us maybe we should be rowing is that interest rates for crease your savings, given the Agreement # 40025701 signal that the Bank of Canada as well.’’ savings accounts and guaranteed uncertainties in the market, would be a sensible thing to do, albeit knowing that the return on investment will start to see some pressure there.’’ Meanwhile, several Canadian banks and financial institutions have dropped their prime lending rate by 50 basis points to 3.45 per cent, effective March 5. The moves by the Royal Bank, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Scotia- bank and the Desjardins Group match the Bank of Canada’s decision to drop its key lending rate by 50 basis points Tax Breaks For E-Vehicles OTTAWA: Canada is making off-road electric vehicles and automotive equipment eligible for immediate tax writeoffs in a bid to encourage Canadian companies to buy them, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday. Trudeau was in Toronto speak- ing at the Prospectors and De- velopers Association of Canada conference, where he lauded the mining sector’s efforts to protect the environment. He also offered up some help. “As people in this room know, electric vehicles are not just for city streets,’’ he said. “They’re for cleaner mining operations, which protects the health of workers and the environment.’’ He gave a shout-out to Gold- corp’s Borden mine in Chapleau, Ont., as Canada’s first all-electric underground mining project, and to MacLean Engineering, a Collingwood, Ont., company that makes electric mining vehicles. “This is only the beginning,’’ said Trudeau. “Our government wants to support this sector in ac- celerating the use of clean mining trucks here at home.’’ Last year’s federal budget created the zero-emission business tax writeoff for electric cars, hybrid-electric cars and hydro- gen-fuel cell cars. Businesses can write off 100 per cent of the purchase price, up to $55,000 in the year the car goes into service. www.WeeklyVoice.com national Friday, March 6, 2020 | A-3 Minister Warns Of Jean Chretien Sees No Threat To Canada’s National Unity Immigration Fraud OTTAWA: Jean Chretien scoffs at the no- south of Montreal, paralyzed train traffic Ottawa: Marco E.L. Mendicino, that it will be approved. All applications tion that Indigenous protests and western and damaged the economy. P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, are assessed fairly and on the same merit. alienation are a threat to Canada’s national But Chretien, who served as Indian Af- Refugees and Citizenship, has issued the “Hiring a representative or consul- unity. The 86-year-old former Liberal prime fairs minister for more than six years under following statement: tant to complete your application is not minister said Tuesday that Canada has suf- Pierre Elliott Trudeau, said there have been “Every year, millions of people apply a requirement. All necessary application fered worse threats in the past and has al- periodic protests by Indigenous Peoples for to visit or immigrate to Canada to enjoy documents can be found on the IRCC ways managed to survive. decades and they’ve all been resolved one the many opportunities that our country website. Should you decide to hire a rep- He recalled the 1960s and 70s, when radi- way or another. has to offer. resentative, always ensure they are au- cal separatists with the Front de liberation “Do you think that this problem will “The vast majority of these applicants thorized to do business with the govern- du Quebec (FLQ) were setting off bombs, break the nation?’’ Chretien asked and then are genuine and wish to come to Can- ment. kidnapped the British trade commissioner answered. “No. Because Canada is stronger ada in good faith. Unfortunately, there “To prevent immigration fraud, we and killed a Quebec cabinet minister. than that. We always face a problem and are some dishonest people who prey on must all remain vigilant. Remember: if it “That is a few years ago and we’re still resolve them ... Don’t have an inferiority these individuals, and the Government seems too good to be true, it probably is. together, more united than ever,’’ Chretien complex.’’ He urged a questioner to “relax’’ of Canada is committed to preventing “March is Fraud Prevention Month. told reporters after reminiscing about his and put the recent protests in perspective. applicants from becoming victims of To find out about common types of im- 40-year career in federal politics at an Ot- “You’re young, you will see a lot of prob- fraud. It’s important to remember that migration scams and where to report im- tawa conference focused on his decade as lems until you get my age.’’ no one can promise your application will migration fraud, visit Canada.ca/immi- prime minister. Talk of Alberta separating from Canada be given special treatment or guarantee gration-fraud. Some politicians and pundits have lately has escalated since Justin Trudeau’s Liber- been arguing that Canada is broken, unable als were re-elected last fall but Chretien said to reconcile the land rights of Indigenous such talk makes no sense. Peoples and the need to fight climate change While Chretien exuded confidence in Historic Pact Inked For with the economic benefits of developing Canada’s ability to weather storms, he natural resources. wasn’t quite so optimistic about the rest of Those competing demands have col- the world. He bemoaned the fact that democ- lided over the past few weeks as blockades racy is “receding’’ in countries around the Road Access To Ring Of Fire popped up across the country in support of globe, including Hungary, Poland, Turkey the Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs fighting and the United States. And he deplored the a natural gas pipeline in northern B.C. growth of “false news’’ and the impression The barricades, one of which remains that “the truth doesn’t matter anymore.’’

Ontario Premier Doug Ford, right, Chief Cornelius Wabasse, Webequie First Nation, left, and Chief Bruce Achneepineskum, Marten Falls First Nation, centre, give each other HIGH RATIO ONLY* gifts after their signed agreement regarding the ring of fire in Toronto on Monday, March 2, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette 5 Yrs Fixed TORONTO: The Government of On- able, all-season road infrastructure,” said @2.62%* tario, Marten Falls First Nation and We- Minister Rickford. bequie First Nation are taking a major step The all-season road project would also 5 Yrs Variable forward in unlocking jobs and opportunity improve access to health and social ser- @2.70%* in Northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire region vices and put in place improved infrastruc- by entering into a historic agreement to ture, such as high-speed Internet and reli- advance the planning and development of able cellular service, for the First Nations a proposed Northern Road Link. and other communities nearby. Premier Doug Ford and Greg Rickford, “We look forward to working together Minister of Energy, Northern Develop- with Ontario to ensure the sustainable ment and Mines and Minister of Indig- development of our ancestral territories,” enous Affairs, were joined by Chief Bruce said Chief Bruce Achneepineskum, Mar- Rajesh Khurana, MBA FRee SemINAR Achneepineskum of Marten Falls First ten Falls First Nation. Principal Broker Nation and Chief Cornelius Wabasse of “Webequie First Nation supports re- march 7, 2020: FIRST TIme HOme BUYeR Webequie First Nation at the Prospec- sponsible development in our territory,” Cell: 416-616-1300 tors and Developers Association of Can- said Chief Cornelius Wabasse, Webequie Indian Lunch will be Served. ada (PDAC) convention on March 2 for a First Nation. “We have been working to- LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE signing ceremony. gether with Ontario for many years to Call and Book your Seat “After 15 years of delay by the previ- reach this point..” ous government, we said we would build a •The Northern Road Link would con- road to the Ring of Fire, and we are work- nect to the proposed Marten Falls Com- ing with our incredible partners in the munity Access Road at the south end and Tel: 289-521-6900 Marten Falls First Nation and Webequie to the proposed Webequie Supply Road at 1305 Matheson Blvd. E, Mississauga ON L4W 1R1 First Nation to do just that and make sure the north end. we do it right,” said Premier Ford. “To- • Current estimates on the Ring of Fire, • [email protected] • www.mortgagediligent.com

gether, we can bring jobs and prosperity to located approximately 500 kilometres *Rates are subject to change without notice. • FSCO # 10252, OAC, E&O.E. Some conditions apply.* communities across the Far North. Prom- northeast of Thunder Bay and covering ises made, promises kept.” about 5,000 square kilometres, suggest The signing marks a new partnership multi-generational potential for chromite between the government, Marten Falls production, as well as production of nick- First Nation and Webequie First Nation el, copper and platinum. to advance planning of critical road infra- It was in October 2019 that Ontario an- structure that would provide reliable, all- nounced an investment of $30 million in season road access to potential mine sites the Matawa broadband project to provide and connect First Nation communities to modern and scalable telecommunication Ontario’s provincial highway network. services to five Matawa-member commu- “Our government is proud to partner nities: Nibinamik, Neskantaga, Eabam- with Marten Falls and Webequie First Na- etoong, Marten Falls and Webequie First tions to support the development of reli- Nations A-4 | Friday, March 6, 2020 national www.WeeklyVoice.com MP Sonia Sidhu Tables Bill To Combat Diabetes Canada Is The Birthplace Of Insulin. Why Can’t It Lead The World In Defeating Diabetes? - MP Sidhu OTTAWA: Sonia Sidhu, Mem- ident and CEO, Diabetes Canada, ber of Parliament for Brampton said: “Diabetes Canada congratu- South introduced Private Mem- lates MP Sidhu on her proposed ber’s Business, Bill C-237- An Bill C-237. Canada is greatly in Act to Establish a National need of a national framework to Framework for Diabetes in the enhance awareness of diabetes House of Commons. and better manage the disease or This bill, through consultation the risk of someone developing it with provincial and territorial or its complications. governments, Indigenous groups “We thank MP Sidhu for con- and other stakeholders, will de- tinuing to champion the needs of velop a national framework de- Canadians with diabetes and look signed to support improved ac- forward to the rapid adoption of cess to diabetes prevention and this important bill. treatment to ensure better health • Since 2015 our Govern- outcomes for Canadians. ment has invested $229 million She reiterated the need of tak- towards important diabetes re- ing stronger action towards im- search, with over $48 million proving the lives of nearly one- funded in 2018-2019 alone. third of Canadians suffering from • One in three (11 million) diabetes or pre-diabetes. Ms. Sid- Canadians have diabetes or pre- hu encouraged all the members in diabetes the House to “ join in “ to support • Approximately 1.5 million the same. Canadian have undiagnosed type MP Sonia Sidhu has spent a education. Standing Committee on Health one-third of Canadians? 2 diabetes; undiagnosed diabetes significant portion of her career In April 2019, Sonia stood in and as the Chair of the All-Party “Through my bill, I am con- can lead to a plethora of related advocating for those suffering the House of Commons along- Diabetes Caucus. fident that one day soon we will serious health complications from diabetes in her 18 years of side MP Bill Casey to table the MP Sonia Sidhu said: “11 mil- find a way to defeat diabetes. • The daily cost to the health- work in healthcare, especially as Health Committee report entitled lion Canadians have diabetes or “I am proud of the work that care system is nearly $75 Million a diabetes educator. A Diabetes Strategy for Canada. pre-diabetes. Brampton has the our Government has done so far to treat Canadians with diabetes, That’s how, she has seen first- Her work on the ground helps to highest rate of diabetes. In the on diabetes, but more needs to be much of which is in emergent hand how devastating this dis- direct the work she now pursues birthplace of insulin, how can we done and Bill C-237 is another care and hospital visits and treat- ease can be, and how preventable in her role as a Parliamentarian, not take stronger action toward big step in the right direction” – ing complications related to dia- these impacts are with proper including as a Member on the improving the lives of nearly Russell Williams, Interim Pres- betes. Trudeau Is Surprise Guest PM’s Popularity Dips At NS Citizenship Event WOLFVILLE, N.S.: Prime Minister of the strongest financial industries in the Justin Trudeau stunned a group of new world.’’ Canadians on Tuesday when he showed up Trudeau told the new citizens he had unannounced at a citizenship ceremony at recently received a letter from a man in Acadia University in Wolfville, N.S. Ontario who thought the prime minister The 45 newly minted citizens from 13 would enjoy reading an essay his 13-year- countries had just read aloud the oath of old granddaughter had written about what citizenship when they were told to stand by it means to be a Canadian. for a video message from the prime min- “The young woman said that, to her, be- ister, which is part of the usual ceremony. ing Canadian means smiling at someone However, they were then told there was a who looks down. It means that we always technical problem. hold the door open for the person behind At that moment, Trudeau appeared from us. We say ‘Sorry,’ even when someone behind a doorway and the crowd, which else did something wrong,’’ Trudeau said. also included about 100 friends and fam- “To her, what make us Canadian is our ily, roared its approval. willingness to help our neighbours.... It’s Neelgiri Chatterjee, who is originally about leading with kindness and under- from Bangladesh, was beaming after he standing. It’s about being ambitious for received his certificate of citizenship from your family and your community. Being Trudeau. “That was the biggest dramatic Canadian is a concept far too rich to be entry I have every seen,’’ said Chatterjee, confined by geography or defined by faith who moved to Canada in 2011 to study or ethnicity.’’ commerce at Saint Mary’s University in The prime minister said the new citizens Graphs: Angus Reid survey report Halifax. “I will remember this day for the were marking a new chapter in their lives. rest of my life.’’ Chatterjee now works in “Celebrate the journey that led you Continued from page 1 age to have negative opinions of the Prime the banking sector as a senior financial adhere,’’ he said. “From where I’m stand- were held, exactly the proportion of Minister. Indeed, eight-in-ten men ages 55 viser at Scotiabank. ing, the future looks very bright, and it’s votes that the party received in October, and above disapprove of Trudeau’s perfor- “I was going to go back, but I fell in love because people like you have chosen Can- compared to one-quarter (26%) who say mance thus far, the highest of any age and with Canada and Nova Scotia.... I’d like ada. On behalf of all Canadians, welcome they’d vote Liberal gender group. to grow my career in Canada. It has one home.’’ • Trudeau’s approval remains strongest Having resigned as CPC leader in De- among Canadians under 35 years old. Ap- cember, Scheer is holding his position proval among this group, however, has not in the interim as the party undergoes the held a majority since 2018, and is current- process of selecting new leadership. He ly down to 37 per cent prompts unfavourable views of 65 per • Each party maintains a significant cent of Canadians. portion of its voters from 2019. 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Minister Lisa MacLeod at Ballet Jörgen Canada. Pic: Lisa MacLeod/Twitter TORONTO: Ontario is growing cul- ing place in 11 communities. tural tourism and creating jobs in commu- “Ontario is home to countless talented nities across the province through support artists and arts organizations whose works for local artists and culture events, benefit- attract audiences from around the world ting residents and visitors alike. to our great province,” said Bengt Jörgen, Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Artistic Director, Canada’s Ballet Jörgen. Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, was “Canada’s Ballet Jörgen is extremely at Ballet Jörgen Canada on March 4 to an- grateful for the support provided by the nounce that Ontario is providing more than Province of Ontario through OCAF.” $462,000 to 11 organizations through the John McKeller, Board Chair, Ontario latest round of funding from the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund said: “Every Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF). Grants dollar invested in the Fund by the provin- range from $12,000 to $100,000. cial government generates $1.70 towards “Ontario’s cultural tourism events and unique cultural tourism events that provide attractions provide visitors with unique many benefits to communities.” and unforgettable experiences,” said Min- • Since 2018, the government has pro- ister MacLeod. “Our investments through vided $6.1 million to 84 organizations the OCAF program have spectacular cul- through the Ontario Cultural Attractions tural and financial benefits that boost our Fund. province’s financial bottom line, as well as • Cultural tourism events that receive strengthen our unique cultural identity.” support through OCAF from the fund The Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund range from large art and music festivals to helps cultural organizations develop, smaller events that celebrate local culture promote and present high-quality, high- and heritage and have a big impact in On- profile events and exhibitions designed to tario communities. bring new visitors to communities across • Culture is one of Ontario’s fastest Ontario. Ballet Jörgen Canada is receiv- growing sectors, employing more than ing $55,000 to support their production 280,000 people and contributing over $25 of Anne of Green Gables - The Ballet tak- billion annually to Ontario’s economy. Proposal To Limit Flavoured & High-Nicotine Vaping Products TORONTO: Ontario is taking further Ontario has consulted with health care action to protect children and youth from experts, industry partners, parents and the health risks of vaping, while maintain- youth to develop protective measures to ing adults’ access to smoking cessation help keep children and youth safe. The options. Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier proposed changes include: and Minister of Health, has announced that 1. Increasing access to services to help Ontario is proposing regulatory changes people quit vaping by expanding Tele- that, if approved, would limit where fla- health Ontario; voured and high nicotine vapour products 2. Restricting the retail sale of flavoured are sold at retail. At the same time, the vapour products to specialty vape stores province will expand prevention initiatives and cannabis retail stores, which are re- and services to quit vaping. stricted to people aged 19 and over, with “Young Ontarians are increasingly using the exception of menthol, mint and tobac- and becoming addicted to nicotine vaping co flavours; products, putting their health at risk,” said 3. Restricting the retail sale of high nico- Elliott. “I’ve heard directly from concerned tine vapour products (more than 20mg/ml) parents who grow more worried each and to specialty vape stores; every day about the health of their kids. 4. Requiring specialty vape stores to en- “As a mother myself, I know there’s a sure that vapour product displays, and pro- clear case for action to curb the alarming motions are not visible from outside; ashtoncollege.ca increase in youth vaping. That’s why we Ontario is also calling on the federal ashtoncollege.ca are taking a balanced approach that pro- government to implement a national tax ashtoncollege.ca tects our children and youth while also on vaping products. Ontario expects the avoiding fuelling an underground market proposed regulation changes, if approved, for unsafe vapour products.” would come into effect on May 1, 2020. A-6 | Friday, March 6, 2020 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Calls To Fight Insurance Fraud Get Louder Survey Data Shows Shift In Consumer Sentiment During March - Fraud Prevention Month TORONTO: A recent survey Vice President, Aviva Verify, Avi- in awareness compared to the re- flated the value of their personal may overpay as a result. commissioned by Aviva Cana- va Canada. “At Aviva, we are sults from a similar survey from belongings stolen from a vehicle. • Very few Canadians feel they da and conducted by Pollara Stra- committed to raising awareness 2017, which was also conducted The survey also pointed to the are very prepared to navigate the tegic Insight finds that Canadians and educating our consumers, by Pollara using the same meth- need for more consumer educa- claims process, with half of all overwhelmingly support strong many of whom are unknowing- odology. tion, including: Canadians admitting they aren’t action to fight insurance fraud ly victims of fraud. We’ve long • 87% of Canadians want more • Insurance companies can do prepared at all. and clearly correlate fraud with been a leader in the Canadian time and money spent on policing a better job of helping consumers • Almost 60% of Canadians increased premiums. The survey insurance industry and continue and prosecuting fraudulent insur- understand their rights at the ac- believe they are not required to showed that combating fraud is to advocate and fight for reform ance claims. cident scene; including that tow record police information or re- becoming more of a priority for to reduce the levels of fraud, and • In fact, 72% of Canadians truck drivers are required to sup- move personal items from their Canadians, growing from 77% in to establish stricter consequences agree that increased prosecution ply them with a detailed cost list, vehicle at the accident scene. 2017 to 87% in 2019, with over- for those found guilty of commit- of fraud could result in lower written notice of where they will • Two thirds of Canadians whelming support in all regions ting it.” auto insurance premiums. be towing a vehicle and about are unlikely to use a repair fa- of the country. The survey revealed that: • Half of Canadians feel one in costs associated with the repair cility recommended to them by “With March being Fraud Pre- • 90% of Canadians are aware four claims involve some element shop being recommended. their insurer. Data from Aviva vention Month, we wanted to re- there is a direct relationship be- of fraud; a further 20% feel it may • A little under half of Cana- Canada shows that claims are release this survey data, highlight- tween what an insurance com- be closer to half of all claims. dians indicated they are knowl- solved, on average, 30 days faster ing Canadian’s attitude towards pany pays in claims and their an- • 15% of Canadians report edgeable when it comes to their when using a recommended re- fraud,” said Ashish Bhargava, nual premiums – an 18% increase knowing of someone that has in- rental coverage, meaning some pair shop. Court Refuses To Stay Passengers Rights Charter OTTAWA: The Federal Court which two Montreal-bound Air more than 800 per cent over the of Appeal has dismissed an at- Transat jets were diverted to Ot- past four years, hitting 7,650 tempt by airlines to suspend the tawa because of bad weather and in 2018-19. Agency chair Scott country’s new passenger rights were held on the tarmac for up to Streiner has said he is satisfied charter until an appeal of the reg- six hours, leading some passen- with the airlines’ overall efforts ulations is heard. gers to call 911. to comply with the first wave of A judge turned down a motion While some travellers say the rules and expected the same in by Air Canada, Porter Airlines rules allow for loopholes, the the 2020.The federal appeal court Inc. and 14 other carriers to freeze appellants argue the regulations also granted a motion by passen- the traveller protections while the exceed the Canadian Transporta- ger rights advocate Gabor Lukacs appeal is being dealt with. tion Agency’s authority and con- to intervene in the case. Justice David Near said Tues- travene the Montreal Convention, “I am very pleased by the day that the appellants did not a multilateral treaty. court’s ruling,’’ Lukacs said. show on a balance of probabili- AirHelp, a Berlin-based pas- “This is a very significant judicial ties that the rules would cause ir- senger rights company, has said recognition of our work.’’ Passengers look at an information board at the departures reparable harm. the exemptions for weather or The new rules allow passengers terminal at Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport in Montreal. File pic: Tabled in May 2017, the pas- mechanical malfunctions don’t to be compensated up to $2,400 THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes senger bill of rights aims to beef encourage airlines to avoid “so- if they are bumped from a flight up compensation for travellers called undiscovered issues’’ and vocates say getting monetary travellers filing complaints with and receive up to $2,100 for lost subjected to delayed flights and allows them to sidestep compen- compensation is tough because airlines or, as a last resort, the Ca- or damaged luggage. Compensa- damaged luggage. sation by pointing to malfunc- it requires passengers to pres- nadian Transportation Agency. tion of up to $1,000 for delays The issue again came to the tions on the tarmac. ent evidence that is in the hands New complaints to the trans- and other payments for cancelled forefront after a 2017 incident in Other consumer rights ad- of the airline. The rules rely on portation watchdog have risen flights took effect on Dec. 15. Canada To Back Ban On Heavy Fuel In The Arctic Despite Costs OTTAWA: The federal government is expected to support international measures that would reduce the environmental impact of Arctic shipping but would cost northern families hundreds of dollars a year. The International Maritime Organiza- tion is to begin considering how to eliminate the use of heavy fuel oil in ships sail- ing Arctic waters. Arctic countries have already agreed to the move in principle, but the meeting is to set terms for the fuel’s phaseout. Heavy fuel oil, or HFO, is considered a major spill risk and a source of black carbon, which hastens the melting of sea ice. “HFO constitutes the bottom of the barrel when it comes to shipping fuel,’’ said Dan Hubbell of the Ocean Conservancy. “It’s cheap, it’s dirty and it’s very persis- tent.’’ Hubbell said a moderate spill in Russia in 2003 had big impacts still visible more than a decade later on marine mam- mals. The fuel is already banned in the Antarctic. But replacement fuels are more expensive. Transport Canada has analyzed what higher costs would mean for Arctic communities, which depend on supplies rang- ing from dry goods to construction materials that arrive by sea. It concluded the average Nunavut household would see an increase of up to $649 a year. Sealifts used by families to bring in bulk supplies of non-perishable commodi- ties from the south would cost an extra $1,000 for a six-metre shipping container. More than half of Eastern Arctic households are already considered severely food insecure, meaning they can’t always count on having enough food for their next meal. Transport Canada says higher fuel prices will also affect mining firms and governments. “A ban on HFO in the Arctic resulting in higher shipping costs passed on to the consumer would have a significant impact on households and communities,’’ the report says. “This could include direct and indirect effects on the health and quality of life of Indigenous and Inuit peoples living in the Arctic.’’ Six out of eight Arctic countries currently support the ban. Russia is opposed and Canada has said it won’t announce its position until the meeting begins. Officials said Canada will side with the majority. www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, March 6, 2020 | A-7

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It is reflec- Rights has filed “an intervention tive of our long standing national Afghan civil activists hold banners in Dari as they chant slogans against U.S. agreement application” in the apex court in commitment in respect of human with the Taliban, during a protest in Kabul, Afghanistan. t (AP Photo/Rahmat Gul) connection to the CAA. rights issues arising from the New Delhi/Kabul: Since inces, killing over 16 soldiers and appointed Hizb-e-Islami chief The CAA fast tracks citizenship tragedy of the Partition of India.” the US and Taliban inked their five civilians were killed amid the Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, the gov- of persecuted religious minorities India, he said, is a democratic peace deal, Afghanistan has been “reduction in violence” pact be- ernor of Badkhshan province bor- of three Islamic theocratic coun- country governed by the rule of fast heading towards greater in- tween the US and the Taliban. dering China and Pakistan. tries neighbouring India. The law law.“We all have utmost respect stability and political turmoil. As per the “peace treaty”, the Hekmatyar, who served as Af- triggered widespread protests in for and full trust in our indepen- While the violence has re- US and Nato allies have agreed ghan prime minister twice, is an India. Last week, Delhi witnessed dent judiciary.” sumed at the same level as it was to withdraw all troops within 14 Islamist warlord accused of com- before February 21, when the months if the Taliban fulfills its mitting numerous atrocities. His 19 Killed In Pakistan Rail Crash week-long ‘reduction in violence’ side of the deal. Around 5,000 group is the second largest mili- KARACHI: A train crashed The bus was torn into three pact between the US and Taliban Taliban prisoners and 1,000 Af- tant outfit in Afghanistan. into a bus carrying passengers at pieces, and Sammu said res- came into effect, the Afghan gov- ghan security force prisoners are Ghani and Abdullah also dis- an unmanned railway crossing in cue workers faced difficulties ernment scheduled to begin its to be swapped by March 10. agree over the formation of a southern Pakistan, killing 19 peo- throughout the night recovering talks with the Taliban on March Afghan President Mohammad negotiating team. Interestingly, ple and injuring 28 others, a local bodies and rescuing the inured, 10, is yet to announce its negoti- Ashraf Ghani on Sunday rejected Abdullah has been accused of re- police superintendent said. who were strewn along a 400-me- ating team. Taliban’s demand for the release ceiving funds from Pakistan. Irfan Ali Sammu said the bus ter (yard) stretch of the track. Two days after the peace treaty of the detainees within ten days. Pakistan had been proposing driver was at fault in the late Women and children were was signed, the Afghan mili- Ghani has taken a stand that any that the eastern and southern Af- Friday accident, and had begun among the dead and injured, and tant group ordered its members precondition for the intra-Afghan ghanistan, already in control of crossing without assessing how were transferred to two nearby to launch terror attacks against talks is unacceptable to him. Taliban, be handed over to them close the train was. The dead and hospitals. Seven people had died the Afghanistan government. His posturing stands in contrast officially. Mullah Biradar, the injured were on both the bus and in hospital, and some of the in- The Taliban after it got the go- to Abdullah Abdullah, the self- spokesperson for the US forces the train, he said. jured were in critical condition. ahead from its leadership, killed declared president of Afghani- in Afghanistan on Wednesday The crash took place near the Sammu said the passenger train, three people in a bomb blast on stan, who disputed the results of declared that the US will defend district of Rohri, about 470 kilo- called the Pakistan Express, was Monday and three civilians on the elections which were held last its allies in the country, indicat- metres (290 miles) north of Ka- en route to Rawalpindi from Ka- Tuesday. On Wednesday, Taliban year and re-elected Ashraf Ghani. ing that it still stands by Ashraf rachi. rachi, capital of Sindh province. launched 33 attacks in 17 prov- Abdullah, sources told IANS, has Ghani government. Lanka Parliament Dissolved; Nirbhaya Rapists Rohingya Gangsters Shot Elections Set For April To Hang On Dead In Bangladesh COLOMBO, Sri Lanka _ Sri March 20 Lanka’s president dissolved Par- New Delhi: A Delhi court on liament ahead of schedule on Thursday again issued fresh death Monday and set new elections for warrants against four convicts in April in which he aims to secure the Nirbhaya gang rape and mur- a strong majority allowing him to der case and for the fourth time push for constitutional changes to set a date for them to be hanged increase presidential powers. on March 20 at 5.30 a.m. The dissolution ordered by by “It is directed that convicts President Gotabaya Rajapaksa shall be hanged by the neck until came six months before the par- they are dead by on March 20 at liamentary term was scheduled to 5.30 a.m.,” Additional Sessions end and his decree said elections Judge Dharmendra Rana. will be held on April 25. Nirbhaya’s mother welcomed Sri Lankan President Gota- Rohingyas living in no man’s land collect water donated by Ban- Rajapaksa was elected to office the decision and said, “The hang- baya Rajapaksa (AP Photo/ gladesh Red Crescent members, near Cox’s Bazar’s last November but has said he ing has already been deferred Eranga Jayawardena) Tumbru area (AP file Photo/Bernat Armangue) cannot work freely because his thrice. I will be satisfied only powers had been reduced. He has tels. Rajapaksa rode to power when they are hanged by the DHAKA: Bangladeshi secu- Muslims fled from Myanmar af- also faced restrictions because criticizing the previous govern- noose.” rity officials on Monday fatally ter country’s military launched a the opposition commanded a ma- ment for serious security and During the course of proceed- shot seven suspected members crackdown against them in Au- jority in the 225-member Parlia- intelligence lapses that preceded ings, Additional Public Prosecu- of a Rohingya gang allegedly gust 2017 in response to an attack ment. way the bombings. It was the tor Irfan Ahmed told the court involved in drug dealing and hu- by insurgents, and are staying in The election campaigning worst violence in Sri Lanka since that since all the legal remedies man trafficking, officials said. refugee camps in Bangladesh. period will include the first an- the country’s 26-year civil war have been exhausted, a fresh The killings occurred near a There has been a recent spike niversary of a series of Islamic ended in May 2009. black warrant can be issued. refugee camp in Teknaf in Cox’s in human smuggling cases as State-inspired suicide bombings Rajapaksa’s brother, former Advocate A.P. Singh, appear- Bazar near the border with Rohingya gangs offer refugees on Easter Sunday last year that President Mahinda Rajapaksa, ing for convicts, however, rebut- Myanmar, police Superintendent a better life, promising to take killed more than 250 people last is the prime minister and leads a ted and sought more time to inter- A.B.M. Masud Hossain said. them to Malaysia on fishing boats year in churches and tourist ho- minority government. act with his clients. More than 700,000 Rohingya through the Bay of Bengal. Nepal PM Has A Tune in to Radio Voice Kidney Transplant KATHMANDU: Nepal’s prime minister had a successful 101.3 FM kidney transplant on Wednesday To know latest News, Views, Discussions, Trafﬁc and is in stable condition, doctors said. Khadga Prasad Oli’s new Updates,Live Phone-ins and lots more!! kidney is already functioning and he is recovering at the Tribhuvan Monday to Friday University Teaching Hospital in Kathmandu, said Prem Krishna 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Khadga, a doctor at the hospital. It was not clear how long Oli, 69, would remain in the hospital. Other details of his condition and the operation were not made public. Doctors said the donor, who is Oli’s relative, is also in stable condition and is recovering well. The popular Communist prime minister has long suffered from kidney illness and has made several trips to India and Thailand for treatment. He underwent an earlier kidney transplant in 2007 in New Delhi. Oli became prime minister in 2018 after a Communist alliance swept parliamentary elections. He was also prime minister in 2015 and has been elected to parliament four times. www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, March 6, 2020 | A-9 A-10 | Friday, March 6, 2020 Opinion/Feature www.WeeklyVoice.com Strategic Eye A column on current Indian, national and global issues Why Pakistan Is Perturbed About J & K Steps... India Has Been Magnanimous On Many Fronts, Despite The Hostility It Has Faced For Many Decades By Syed Ata Hasnain@ which it aids transnational terror groups. If finally unable to prove Given the speed and alacrity adequate action in this field it is with which Pakistan has moved likely to be placed on the FATF after 5 Aug 2019, the day the black list which will make it ex- constitutional and administrative tremely difficult to tide over the decisions on Jammu & Kashmir challenging internal financial is- (J&K) were taken by the Indian sues it currently faces. government, proves the dismay Bailout packages in the future the decisions caused in Pakistan. will be subject to it escaping the Its diplomatic efforts to paint black list. India a virtual aggressor in its Unfortunately, instead of ab- own territory have not found juring violent extremist activ- traction with the international ity and entering into talks with community causing further India, Pakistan has continued to frustration. In addition, with its believe that ‘separatism’ in Kash- economy in serious problems its mir is something which could be options are running out in terms used as a political tool. India has of doing something to maintain never refrained from talks but the or enhance its efforts to cultivate precondition always remains the support for its narratives on and withdrawal of sponsorship for in J&K, upping the ante in the People of Ladakh dance as they celebrate change of status of their region to a Union Territory in terror and separatist activity. streets of Kashmir and give a Leh, India, in Oct, 2019. New legislation divided the former state of Jammu-Kashmir into two However, Pakistan’s deep state boost to terror there. federally governed territories, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. (AP Photo/Sheikh Saaliq) which sponsors and runs the J&K The issue of J&K is complex policy perceives that its goals of and international understand- mal action was taken to rescind Accession signed by the former 370 and 35A may have helped initially securing freedom and ing on it is limited. India on its the resolutions. ruler of the princely state of J&K retain the demographic pattern then absorption J&K into Paki- part has sincerely adhered to and As per the UN Security Coun- on 26 Oct 1947, and the 22 Feb but have in turn created aspira- stan is an achievable ambition. pursued bilateralism as the core cil Resolution Number 47 of 21 1994 Joint Resolution of both tions of freedom through seces- The relevance of the deep mode of finding peace between Apr 1948 Pakistan was to secure Houses of India’s Parliament. sion among some of the people of state which includes the Pakistan the two countries. the withdrawal from the state of The international community is only the Kashmir sub region, as Army leadership, the Inter-Ser- The magnanimity displayed by Jammu and Kashmir of tribes- also little aware that India signed against the other sub regions of vices Intelligence (ISI) and the India in the wake of its phenome- men and Pakistani nationals not the Indus Waters Treaty, 1960 Ladakh and Jammu. Inter Services Public Relations nal military victory over Pakistan normally resident therein who with Pakistan so that a legitimate In particular since 1989, once (ISPR) wings, is contingent upon in Dec 1971 which created the in- had entered the state for the pur- share of the waters of the Indus Pakistan was free from the tur- the level of violence and anti-In- dependent nation of Bangladesh, pose of fighting. River flow to it as a lower ripar- bulence of the Afghanistan front dian sentiment in J&K. and the taking of 93,000 prison- It also asked Government ian state. Despite Pakistan’s 30 and India was at a low point in its However, Pakistan has to be ers of war, is little known to the of India to reduce its forces to years of proxy war in J&K India strategic effectiveness, Pakistan made to realize that the consti- international community. minimum strength, after which has done nothing to terminate or launched a proxy hybrid war in tutional provisions within India Even lesser known is that India the circumstances for holding a rescind this treaty. It can always the state of J&K. That has contin- which assisted in promoting the returned all 93,000 POWs after plebiscite would be put into ef- be a political tool in India’s hand ued to the day. exclusivist nature of J&K now signing the Shimla Agreement fect. Since Pakistan did not ever but as a larger and responsible na- Initially employing transna- stand rescinded. Threats of war, six months post its victory in withdraw its forces the start point tion it continues to display mag- tional ‘mujahideen’ freed from including threat of use of nuclear July 1972. It was a moment that for conduct of a plebiscite was nanimity. the war of the Eighties against the weapons which Prime Minister it could have exploited by coerc- never reached. At the outset of the problem in Soviet Union, Pakistan transited Imran Khan resorts to are for the ing Pakistan into accepting many The sequence of events involv- the Fifties, when the UN was not to a system of infiltrating Pakistan purpose of drawing attention of other conditions to facilitate the ing Pakistan’s attempts to use yet interceding in the J&K issue, based terror groups such as Lash- the international community to return of POWs. One of those force to alter the status of J&K India agreed for the state of J&K kar e Taiyaba (LeT) and Jaish e the dangers of the subcontinent. conditions could well have been and especially over the last 30 a special constitutional status un- Mohammad (JeM). These groups These are irresponsible state- a settlement of the territorial is- years to change the status quo, til final resolution of the alleged are internationally proscribed and ments which many times have to sues concerning J&K. have sealed the fate of the UNSC dispute. Under Article 370 of the Pakistan has done nothing more be responded with reminders that Under the Shimla Agreement resolution. India does not adhere Indian Constitution it afforded than pay lip service in effecting Pakistan can ill afford to talk of India took an assurance from to its provisions any longer and J&K its own constitution and ban on their activities even under war with India, given the state of Pakistan that the two countries follows the policy of bilateralism inapplicability of several Indian international pressure. its economy, the overall capabil- would pursue efforts to resolve for resolution of all disputes with laws. Under Article 35A powers Currently Pakistan is facing ity of India and the position it J&K bilaterally. The broad un- Pakistan. were accorded to the J&K legis- investigation by the interna- holds in the international com- derstanding of this was that third The basis of its claim over the lature to frame rules and condi- tional body, the Financial Action munity. party intervention was passé and entire territories of J&K (includ- tions for the grant of permanent Task Force (FATF) on the extent @Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain is even the UN Resolutions no lon- ing those not in its current pos- resident status for citizens. of measures it has taken to dis- the former Commander of the In- ger held ground although no for- session) are the Instrument of Over the last 70 years Articles mantle the financial structure by dian Army in Kashmir Sort Investment Clutter For Worry-Free Retirement CALGARY: A long life of making sense of them so they last tion pension plan, plus they have Adrian Mastracci, Vancouver- unclear. 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This • Tuesday, March 17: Let’s will create faster, more frequent Sing About Bugs performances at and farther-reaching transit than 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. we’ve ever had before. • Wednesday, March 18: Cap- A better transit network lets tain Corbin Magic Show perfor- people to make more flexible mances at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 choices about how they live. Res- roads clearer and air cleaner. too. This new transit hub will be first rail line to connect to Union p.m. idents would also be able use the Better transit helps businesses complete by the early 2030s. Station West. • Thursday, March 19: Bubble- improved public transit to reach grow, too. Fewer cars on the road In the meantime, Toronto Pear- Improving the regional tran- ology performances at 11:30 a.m. new jobs. keeps cargo delivery on-time. son is working to add more bus sit with Union Station West will and 1:30 p.m. Union Station West would help Businesses can find new custom- routes that connect the airport help our region grow. What do • Friday, March 20: Zoetropes, to reduce road congestion by ers and new employees through and the area around it. The Eg- you think? Go to www.unionsta- Mini Motion Picture Work- taking cars off the road, making improved transit connections, linton Crosstown LRT will be the tionwest.ca to learn more. shops at 11 a.m., Noon, 1 and 2 p.m. Chagger Meets With Brampton Youth Council Members Registration available now at pama.peelregion.ca (click on BRAMPTON: Bardish Chag- the March calendar). Cost is $2 ger, Minister of Diversity and +HST/person in addition to ad- Inclusion and Youth to Brampton mission. Reserve your spot/space to meet was in Brampton recently is limited. Children must be ac- to meet with the 2020 Brampton companied by a parent/guardian. North Youth Council. Daily Drop-in Activities, 10 The 2020 Brampton North a.m. - 3 p.m. Youth Council is a group of dy- • Monday, March 16: Ink Blot namic individuals aged 13 to 26 Creatures interested in learning more about • Tuesday, March 17: Colour- Canada’s political process, shar- ful Creepy Crawlers ing their viewpoints on issues • Wednesday, March 18: Pirate impacting youth, and getting in- Sundials volved in their community. • Thursday, March 19: Paint “Each year I host a youth said MP Sahota. to say.” Minister Chagger spoke voice and enact change. with Bubbles council because I believe giving “A big part of giving youth a with the Youth Council for over The Minister’s visit concluded • Friday, March 20: Optical Il- youth a voice is vital to having a voice is empowering them by an hour, discussing current news, with the Brampton North Youth lusions strong and effective government. demonstrating how accessible how intersectionality is important Council presenting her with their Drop-in activities included The youth perspective brings a their elected representatives are to policy making, the benefits of Pre-Budget Submission, includ- with admission - $12 for a family new light to issues impacting our and how Ministers like Bardish reducing the voting age, and how ing their budget requests for the (2 adults and up to 5 kids). community, and our country,” truly care about what they have the Council can amplify their government. Brampton Sees High Volume For Two-Unit Dwelling Permits BRAMPTON: Due to a high volume the basement. Second units provide an af- identify the location of second units. This ◦ Submission requirements include: of applications, the processing time for fordable housing option for many people information is shared with Brampton Fire; ▪ A completed Application for Registra- permit applications related to Two-Unit in Brampton. These policies are intended in case of emergency, they will know there tion and Change of Use Building Permit, Dwellings is currently taking up to 12 to make units safe, legal and livable. is a second unit in your house before they Two-Unit Dwelling weeks. Why does my second unit need to be even arrive. ▪ Payment of $200 registration fee Subject to zoning requirements and registered? This can save precious seconds in a life- ▪ Payment of $1,020 permit fee restrictions, second units are permitted These policies are intended to make sec- or-death situation. ▪ Legal survey of the property in detached and townhouse dwellings in ond units safe, legal and livable. Two-Unit Dwelling Registration Pro- ▪ Three complete sets of the drawings, Brampton. In order to be legal, a building Completing the one-time registration cess prepared in accordance with generally ac- permit is required and must be registered process ensures a second unit meets all • Zoning By-Law Compliance cepted architectural and engineering prac- with the City of Brampton. requirements under the Ontario Building • Registration and Permit Process tices A second unit is a self-contained residen- Code or Fire Code, Electrical Safety Au- ◦ STEP 1: Apply for registration and ◦ STEP 2: Complete construc- tial unit located within a house. 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Premier Ford with his page Rudra Rami. The first group of pages to include girls with Speaker Cass in 1971. Pic: www.ola.org ETOBICOKE: Ontario Pre- Each year approximately 150 meet key parliamentary and po- The role of the Page remained expanded to supervise all the mier Doug Ford had a great lunch young students from across On- litical figures, and learn first-hand the same throughout the first Pages. In the fall of 1980, an all- with Provincial Parliamentary tario are selected to participate about Ontario’s Parliament and half of the twentieth century. In girl group of Pages was selected, Page Rudra Rami on Tuesday. in Ontario’s Legislative Page the legislative process. 1952, a tutor was hired to work reflecting the high proportion of Rudra is from the Premier’s Program. This unique educa- While at Queen’s Park, they are with the Pages a few days a week. female applicants – they outnum- home riding of Etobicoke North tional experience for Ontario under the direction of the Page Eligibility requirements changed, bered the male candidates by 106 and is part of the Page program, students attending grades 7 or 8 Program Coordinator who is a so that Pages now had to be stu- to 33. which allows young Ontarians provides an opportunity to expe- certified Ontario teacher. Pages dents in grades 7 or 8, and have Speaker Cass moved the Pages to get firsthand knowledge and rience the provincial legislature receive an honorarium of $15.00 a minimum academic average of to an office that included a min- experience working in Canada’s in action and forge new lifelong per day during their term of duty. 80 percent. They also had to have iature schoolroom, recreational parliamentary democracy. friendships with peers from all Pages have been an impor- a letter of recommendation from area, lounge, and kitchen. He also Doug Ford tweeted: “Had a over province! tant part of Ontario’s Parliament their principal. established the practice of choos- great lunch with my hardwork- The program is designed for since Confederation. These ear- In 1971 Speaker Fred Cass ing Pages from across Ontario, ing, local page Rudra. Rudra has outgoing, high-achieving, com- ly Pages were 10 to 14 year-old (1968 -1971) appointed Ontario’s and began the tradition of reading been an all star here at Queen’s munity-involved students who boys who carried messages, ran first female Pages. A Page Mis- the Pages’ names into Hansard, Park, and I can’t wait to see have demonstrated responsibility errands, and fetched glasses of tress was hired to oversee the which created an official record where the future will take her!” and leadership. Legislative Pages water for MPPs. female Pages, and her role soon of their service. Nanaksar President Hunjan Mississauga Launches Pilot Region of Peel– Investigators from 2020. On Sunday, March 1, 2020, after the the Special Victims Unit are seeking the club had closed the victim was sexually public’s assistance in locating witnesses to assaulted in the area by multiple suspects. Program For The Arts Community a Sexual Assault that occurred in the area At approximately 3:50 a.m., the distraught MISSISSAUGA: The City of Missis- creative practices in Mississauga.” of Dixie Road and Aimco Boulevard in the victim was located near the nightclub. sauga has introduced a pilot program to Creatives can take advantage of this free City of Mississauga. The victim suffered minor injuries as meet the needs of the arts community for cultural space on a first-come, first-served Te victim had gone to a nightclub in a result of the incident. It is believed the more accessible, creative spaces. basis year-round Tuesday to Friday, 10 the area of Dixie Road and Aimco Blvd suspects were at the club earlier that eve- The City’s Culture Division program of- a.m. – 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 in the evening on Saturday, February 29, ning. fers the creative community the opportuni- a.m. – 2 p.m.Common uses include meet- ty to take advantage of free cultural space ing space, space for photo documentation, at the recently renovated Small Arms In- work space, visual art practices, meet ups, Lacing ‘Em Up For Charity spection Building (SAIB), located at 1352 workshops and rehearsals. The venue has Members of Peel Regional Police laced For nearly 13 years, Mission 500, Lakeshore Road East. free onsite parking and Wi-Fi for visitors up their skates to participate in a charity a strictly non-profit organization, has With 18,000 sq. ft. of open space, there is and is accessible by the MiWay Lakeshore hockey tournament hosted by Peel Crime worked with the security industry at help- plenty of room to accommodate individual #23 bus. Stoppers. With proceeds going to both Peel ing children in need worldwide. artists and creative groups simultaneously. The Small Arms Inspection Building is Crime Stoppers and Mission 500 Canada, This year, Peel Crime Stoppers collabo- The space is available during public hours available for exclusive rental in the eve- officers were joined by some security in- rated with Mission 500 Canada to host to all of Mississauga’s arts community. nings after 6 p.m. (Tuesday – Friday) Sat- dustry partners for the fun-filled match-up this year’s charity hockey tournament, and “Access to space is important for the urdays after 2 p.m. and all day Sunday and in the 5th annual Hockey Classic. raised $14,000 dollars for this cause. development of arts and cultural projects,” Monday for $49 per hour plus a permit fee. said Lisa Abbott, Manager, SAIB & Muse- Meanwhile, the City is is getting ready ums of Mississauga. to recruit for and establish the Board of “The City is proud to offer space for Directors for Tourism Mississauga. The artists to gather, connect, collaborate and not-for-profit tourism entity – Tourism share with others. It’s important to ac- Mississauga was created as the marketing knowledge the unique heritage of the organization for Mississauga with a man- SAIB and its newfound ability to foster the date of continuing to implement the Coun- incubation of ideas and advancement of cil-approved Tourism Master Plan. 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The themes are ‘Life and The last date for entries is Teachings of Guru Nanak Dev March 31, 2020. Entries can Ji’, ‘There is One God’, ‘Uni- be uploaded online or dropped versal Brotherhood’ and ‘Moth- off at designated centre. for From L to R: Girish Kekre, Satish Thakkar, Nav Bhatia, Anil Shah & Pankaj Dave er Nature/Environment & Pol- more info go to www.cgito- TORONTO: Nav Bhatia, the ent gets CA$50,000 to be donated Vision. lution’. ronto.gov.in. or write to culture. Toronto Raptors Superfan, will to a charity of his choice. Since its inception in 2007, CIF There will be four groups of toronto!mea.gov.in be the 2020 recipient of the pres- Mr. Nav Bhatia is a Canadian has honoured these achievers: tigious Canada India Foundation entrepreneur, who is globally re- • Sam Pitroda (2008), the ar- Annual Global Indian Award. nowned for his devotion to the chitect of India’s telecommunica- Making this announcement, Toronto Raptors basketball team. tion revolution ‘Canada-India Insight Mr. Anil Shah, Chair, Canada In- He has not missed a single game • Tulsi Tanti (2009), the entre- dia Foundation, said, “The Board that his team has played in the preneur who transformed India’s of Governors of our Foundation last 25 years. In 2020, he is hon- energy sector Conference’ In Woodbridge unanimously decided to honour oured by the Basketball Hall of • Ratan Tata (2010), the icon- WOODBRIDGE: A Canada Speakers including : Mr. Bhatia for his tremendous Fame, becoming one of the first ic head of one of India’s largest India Insight Conference will (1) The High Commissioner of contribution to redefining the In- fans memorialized in its new Su- business houses be held on Wednesday, March India to Canada, Mr. Ajay Bisar- dian identity by making it relat- perfan gallery. • Deepak Chopra (2012), the 25 from 5.00 to 8.00 pm at the ia, (2) The Deputy High Com- able to the global youth culture Mr. Bhatia’s rise as an entre- mindfulness and wellness guru Paramount Event space in Wood- missioner of India to Canada, Mr. that emphasizes the universality preneur epitomizes the indomi- • NR Narayana Murthy (2014), bridge (Ontario). The event is be- Anshuman Gaur, (3) President & of human experience exemplified table spirit of an immigrant who the man who turned India into a ing organized by Impact Media CEO of ICICI Bank, Mr. Sand- through sports.” refuses to accept fate, and fight software powerhouse & Events Corporation (IMEC), a eep Goel, (4) President of Seneca Mr. Bhatia will be presented circumstances until he reaches • Subhash Chandra (2016), the Brampton (GTA) based Media & College, Mr. David Agnew, (5) with the Award at the Annual the pinnacles of personal and pro- entrepreneur who revolutionised Events Company, since 2002 Minister for Economic Devel- Global Indian Award Gala on Fri- fessional glory. India’s television There will be 2 sessions in this opment, Job Creation & Trade, day 10 July 2020 at Pearson Con- In 2018, Mr. Bhatia founded • Swami Ramdev (2017), the Conference, namely : Govt. of Ontario, Vic Fedeli. vention Centre in Brampton. the Nav Bhatia Superfan Foun- yoga teacher who awakened In- (1) Delegations from India to There will also be a special The CIF Annual Global Indian dation a non-profit dedicated to dia to Ayurveda medicine Canada and from Canada to India presentation on Make in India, a Award is the first award of its raising funds to build basketball • Sparsh Shah (2018), a child : Beyond Photo-ops flagship program of the Govern- kind outside India. It recognizes courts and camps for kids at home prodigy (2) Realities of Today and Vi- ment of India, plus Panel Discus- an achiever who has demonstrat- and abroad. He is also actively • Stephen Harper (2019), Can- sion for Tomorrow sions and lots of networking op- ed global leadership, vision and engaged with other charities such ada’s PM who underscored In- There are five confirmed portunities at the Conference. personal excellence. The recipi- as Daughters of India and World dia’s global significance

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Predictions for the week {08th You could hear from a faraway ac- are likely to happen. A smoother could make you run the distance, linger on for some while, attract- March’20 To 14th March ’20} quaintance, and it would be a good path lies ahead, only if you wait as a ‘pacemaker’ hardly wins the ing appreciation, {along with it, a idea if you commune with them. for the moment, and then you can race. little resentment, too} what with Number 1 {SUN}: {Those Lucky Days: Tuesday and proudly display your achieve- Blend, instead with the on-go- you having employed so much of born on the 1st, 10th, 19th and Wednesday. ments. ings, and you will find the pace hard work for it. Those in posi- 28th in any month} Number 3 {JUPITER} {Those Lucky Days: Tuesday and appropriate. tion of authority would fare well, Slightly restless and edgy, you born on the 3rd, 12th, 21st and Wednesday. Lucky Days: Monday and mastering their subordinates with should try to maintain poise, as 30th in any month} Thursday. poise. Praise may make you go temper can only harm. A partner may take a little of- Number 5 {MERCURY} into raptures and often acts, as a A more detailed conversation fence over a trivial matter, but if {those born on the 5th, 14th and Number 7 {NEPTUNE} {those stimulant for you, hence be wary can lead to clearer understand- you make a sincere effort, you can 23rd in any month} born on the 7th, 16th and 25th in of flatterers. ings, and a lot of confusion could succeed in clearing the mix-up; in Only you can stop yourself from any month} Lucky Days: Tuesday and be averted, which could lead to such a situation, it is indeed futile feeling as if you were a ‘tragedy- Being too judgmental may make Thursday. healthier and productive relation- to blow hot and cold. king’; if you look closely, things situations very monotonous; if you ships. Try to take some time off for are far too better off than you may want people to react differently, Number 9 {MARS} {those Lucky Days: Tuesday and someone who is very important, see it. ‘trust’ is the key word. If you feel born on the 9th, 18th and 27th Wednesday. and that someone could also mean A good news or travel opportu- they are trying to go over the top, in any month} YOU. nity could set you off so go ahead just smile and do not let your emo- Relationships could get better, Number 2 {MOON} {Those Lucky Days: Monday and and rejuvenate yourself, you de- tions show. This smile could trans- you know, mending is better than born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th and Thursday. serve it. late into the ‘last laugh’. bending. Some of the past efforts 29th in any month} Lucky Days: Saturday. Lucky Days: Tuesday and may not have been realized, but A proper balanced approach to Number 4 {URANUS} {Those Wednesday. that should not stop you from con- your finances and work front will born on the 4th, 13th, 22nd and Number 6 {VENUS} {those tinuing with the same zeal. Stu- see you make a soft but safe land- 31st in any month} born on the 6th, 15th and 24th Number 8 {SATURN} {those dents could expect to cope well ing. You can look forward to some Restrain yourself from speak- in any month} born on the 8th, 17th and 26th and concentrate. moments, which will keep you tip- ing about your plans and ideas and You may want life at a faster in any month} =Lucky Days: Monday and toeing along the aisle effortlessly. about some of the good things that pace, but a balanced approach The sunny temperament will Thursday. New Züm Link between Brampton & Pearson Airport BRAMPTON: The City of other regional transportation net- The 2020 Budget makes impor- Brampton is pleased to announce works including the UP Express, tant investments that are putting a new direct bus rapid transit con- six TTC routes, four MiWay the community first.” nection from Brampton to Toron- routes, two GO Transit routes and Scott Collier, Vice President, to Pearson International Airport. other regional services like Grey- Customer and Terminal Services, The 505 Züm Bovaird route will hound. GTAA, said: “Today’s announce- be extended to the airport and is • The 2020 Budget included ment will allow both passengers expected to begin in Fall 2020. a 1 per cent levy to enhance the and employees to more eas- Brampton City Council unani- City’s transit infrastructure. ily access Toronto Pearson from mously approved this as part of • The Route 505 Züm Bovaird Brampton. the City’s 2020 Budget. extension will cost $1.75 million “To efficiently connect people The extension will improve re- - $900,000 will be City funded, and businesses to three-quarters gional connectivity, offering more with the remainder coming from of the world’s economies, we convenience for residents who revenue. need strong local ground connec- work at or travel from Toronto • Currently, 13 per cent of the tions. This service strengthens Pearson, and further strengthen 10,000 Brampton residents work- Brampton’s access to the airport Brampton’s connections to the In- A Zum bus. Picture: City of Brampton ing at Toronto Pearson Interna- and to the world.” novation Corridor. tional Airport take public transit David Barrick, Chief Admin- Pearson airport is a large and bicoke, and is the second-largest tions between Brampton and the to work. istrative Officer, City of Bramp- complex place to work, with more employment area in Canada with airport. The 505 Züm Bovaird Mayor Patrick Brown said: “As ton, added: “The 2020 Budget than 400 companies employing more than 300,000 jobs. extension could double the cur- part of the Innovation Corridor includes delivery of high-quality about 50,000 people; 10,000 of The Greater Toronto Airports rent number of Brampton-based and the top contributor to the air- Transit services for our residents whom live in Brampton. Pearson Authority (GTAA) welcomes the airport employees who take pub- port’s workforce, we are pleased to ensure residents can access anchors the Airport Employment new route, as research has shown lic transit. to support our region’s economic employment opportunities and Zone, which includes areas of there are significant benefits to At Toronto Pearson, Brampton growth and ease Brampton resi- employers can access Brampton’s Brampton, Mississauga and Eto- improving direct bus connec- transit users can connect with dents’ access to job opportunities. talent.” www.WeeklyVoice.com matrimonial Friday, March 6, 2020 | A-15

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But capacity is limited by wood neighbourhood, residents cent. there’s no sign of the economy for the past five years. an ongoing shortage of skilled have told city council they op- Craig Mackie, executive direc- slowing on the Island. `Ìt’s cer- ``The real crisis is in terms of tradespeople, with about 500 jobs pose a proposed 41-unit building tor of the P.E.I. Association for tainly the fastest growing prov- what’s affordable and what is available in construction on P.E.I. now under consideration. 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Put Continued from page 1 Hundley explore ways to marry flowers on protective wear includ- and vegetables can be made into stunning and handmade objects into table designs. ing a long-sleeved shirt, ap- arrangements, she says. Some of the ar- Photographed by Gemma and Andrew propriate and properly fitted rangements featured in her book include Ingalls, the table settings include ceramics dust mask, safety glasses or tiny yellow tomatoes mixed with flowers. with floral patterns, colours and designs in- goggles and rubber gloves. 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Mumba: Filmmaker Rajku- mar Hirani has brought together eight leading Bollywood actors, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, for a brief video on Mahatma Gandhi. The black and white video was made by the “Lage Raho Munna Bhai” director to celebrate Gan- dhi’s 150th birth anniversary. Ishita Bags The over one-minute video begins with a Charkha (spinning wheel), then comes Aamir talk- Role In ing about Gandhi’s idea of non- violence. Actress Alia Bhatt reads out the importance of the idea of courage. Salman highlights Gan- ‘Wild Wild dhi’s ideal of service. Actress Kanagana Ranaut focuses on the idea of belief. Actor Ranbir Ka- Punjab’ poor speaks on peace. Actress Sonam Kapoor then says: “A human is made of their thoughts, what he thinks, that’s Ishita Raj has bagged a role producing it along with Ke Titu Ki Sweety”. She was what he becomes.” Shah Rukh then concludes the in filmmaker Luv Ranjan’s next T-Series. 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Titled “Loca”, the track shot at the Gugu boat in Dubai rence will be building a home for aims at setting the dancefloor which is considered to be the big- transgenders in Chennai. afire. gest party yacht in the world. This In a post shared by celebrity “Loca”, which means crazy in has been shot on a huge scale and lensperson Viral Bhayani on Ins- Spanish, is sung by Honey Singh I’m sure all my fans will love it.” tagram, Akshay also donated Rs with Simar Kaur. Honey Singh “We’ve have had a long and old 1.5 crore for the home. has also written the song along association with Yo Yo Honey Viral wrote: “Akshay Kumar with Lil Golu besides having Singh. When he came to us with donates 1.5 crores for first trans- transgenders by providing shelter ardly man who gets possessed by composed it as well. this song, we immediately got gender building in Chennai The for them. “Also thanking Akshay the ghost of a transgender woman “’Loca’ is an amazing track that on board. I was excited to pres- Laxmmi Bomb duo - actor Ak- for donating Rs 1.5 crores for the who takes revenge on the ones will have everyone dancing to ent ‘Loca’ because this song has shay Kumar and director Raghav same,” Bhayani wrote. who destroyed her life. it. I had the rough scratch ready a Latin vibe to it,” said Bhushan Lawrence will be building home The remake of the super-hit The Tamil film featured R. within minutes and the entire mu- Kumar, head honcho of T-Series. for transgendersi.” Raghav took Tamil horror comedy “Muni 2: Sarathkumar, Raghava Law- sic piece was made in a matter of Directed by Ben Peters, the to social media to inform about Kanchana”, “Laxmmi Bomb” rence, Lakshmi Rai, Kovai Sara- two minutes,” Honey Singh said. track features Nicky Picky oppo- this new project for uplifting revolves around Raghava, a cow- la, Devadarshini and Sriman. “We used the Reggaeton beats site the rapper. Donal Bisht Set For Her Arshad Warsi To Star In Digital Music Video Debut Mumbai: “Ek Deewaana Psycho-Mythological Thriller ‘Asur’ Tha” actress Donal Bisht is all Mumbai: Actor Arshad Warsi on Voot Select on March 3. set for her music video debut will be stepping into the digi- Another thriller “Marzi” also with the song “Bepata” sung by tal world with the psychological went live on the new subscrip- Abhijit Vaghani. thriller series “Asur”. tion-based streaming offering. The actress, who was last “Asur” promises to take the It stars Rajeev Khandelwal and seen on the TV show “Dil Toh audience on a journey of two op- Aahana Kumra, and showcases Happy Hai Ji”, said: “I am so posing worlds -- forensic science the quest of a distraught woman so excited with ‘Bepata’. This on the one hand and the mysteries trying to prove that the man she is my debut in a music video. of Indian mythology on the other. is accusing of a crime is indeed It’s a romantic and soulful num- “The plot and storyline is so guilty. ber.” unique that it is definitely going Talking about the show, Ra- Donal said: “The song is to leave the audience on the edge jeev said: “My role in ‘Marzi’ about love and how it is indis- of their seats at all times,” said should definitely add value to pensable. ‘Bepata’ is about pu- Arshad, before adding: “I cannot my resume. As an actor, it can rity and sanity of love, beyond wait to see the reaction of the au- be unnerving at times to enter a age, caste, colour or region. dience towards ‘Asur’.” completely new space but the sto- I play the role of a girl who is The series also features Barun ryline of the show is so intriguing from the hills and the guy is Sobti, who shared that shooting and topical that I just wanted to from the plains. Abhijit Vaghani for the was demanding. be a part of it.” is the singer as well as the ac- “It is the most demanding char- Aahana added: “I loved the tor opposite me...he is also an acter I have portrayed in my ca- script of ‘Marzi’ the minute I outstanding actor and a lovely reer. Personally, I have always read it. The story is different, it is human being.” She took to Ins- felt that content created in India powerful and it is something that tagram to share the first look of lacks good writing, and writing with the amazing ensemble cast I have never done before. The the video. “Let’s celebrate love. in our show is the biggest hero. was an experience to cherish. I digital era has brought so many First look of My first music vid- Everyone on this show was just think, for ‘Asur’, the right people opportunities for actors, and so eo”. The video is produced by doing their job and they did it to were hired for the right job,” said many new stories and concepts to Griebs Music. the best of their ability. Working Barun, of the show that went live experiment with.” B-8 | Friday, March 6, 2020 bollywood www.WeeklyVoice.com Catfight Is Outdated, Sisterhood Is Now Cool... Mumbai: Kajol, Shruti Has- about how my bonding was with the entertainment industry for the san and Neena Kulkarni -- ac- a female co-star or if there were last 46 years, and I have friends tresses belonging to different any catfights. Can I just say, cat- here who stand by each other. I generations -- have worked to- fights are too outdated and child- think so-called ‘bromance’ and gether in the short film “Devi”. ish! Sisterhood is the new cool. ‘brotherhood’ is a new concept. They insist that real empower- We should upgrade to that,” re- We women have always been ment will happen when women plied Shruti. standing, celebrating and fighting unite and share sisterhood, and Kajol, who portrays a rape- together against all the atrocity.” catfight becomes an outdated victim housewife in “Devi”, Shruti said: “I think general- concept. felt: “Catfight is imposed in our ising is dangerous. One should For Shruti, sisterhood is an im- mind by society to create insecu- not think all men are bad and all portant aspect of empowerment. rity among us, women. I find it is women are my competition. If I “I think the sisterhood is not nonsense. When it comes to fights count you as my rival because strong enough, and that is one of and arguments among women, I of your gender, then that is dis- the important aspects of empow- would say it is only natural that crimination, too. I can dislike an erment. no two human beings have to get individual based on her opinion, Even in the film, these women along with each other. That does habit or just the fact that we do start off with fights and argument, not mean the person is my enemy not get along. But that has noth- Poster of ‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan’ but in the end they unite because or hater. It is high time we women ing to play on that ‘women are the root cause is the same -- all not and that should be stopped by We have to understand that unite to celebrate sisterhood be- women’s worse enemy’ theory. In of them are victims. Why do we celebrating sisterhood.” crime like rape and other social cause catfights are outdated.” my personal life, I do not ‘like’ or have to deal with something as Directed by Priyanka Banerjee, discrimination is happening on The film also features Neha ‘dislike’ people based on gender.” rape to support and stand by each “Devi” revolves around a group women beyond age, caste and Dhupia, Mukta Barve, Sandhya Neena mentioned: “Also, two other. If we want to bring about a of rape victims, from different social status. So, why can’t we Mhatre, Rama Joshi, Yashaswini women arguing on a matter is change, we have to celebrate sis- socio-economic strata, and how just unite beyond caste, age and Dayama and Shivani Raghuvan- not a catfight. Do we name it the terhood. Instead of thinking that they unite to fight rape. socio-economic status?” shi. Neena Kulkarni agreed: “Hu- same way when two men fight?” another successful woman is my Shruti added: “Women are fac- While gender-based discrimi- mein insecure feel karaya jata hai “Devi” released on Royal Stag competition, we should celebrate ing atrocities and discrimination nation has been happening for (we are made to feel insecure) Barrel Select Large Short Films’ each other’s achievements and worldwide, and unless we stand ages, it is also true that women and we were conditioned to look YouTube channel on Monday. stand by each other. The argument by each other we will never be often engage in catfights. at another happy woman as com- The film is produced by Electric is a healthy practice but hatred is able to bring the bigger change. “We are often asked questions petition. I have been working in Apples Entertainment. Vivek Dahiya Salutes Parineeti Sets A ‘Magical Mood’ Mumbai: Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra was in a mood India’s ‘Real Heroes’ for magic as she channelled her inner “Harry Potter” spirit. “Like a good Muggle” -- Parineeti took to Instagram, where she shared a boomerang video of herself in a robe and holding a wand. “Anyone who knows me knows I am a Harry Potter fan (obsessed would not be an exagerration). So I went to Universal, wore his robes and bought a wand. Like a good Muggle,” she captioned the clip. Parineeti was visiting the Uni- versal Studios in Hollywood, where she took the picture which The novels chronicle the lives of Witchcraft and Wizardry. currently has over 683K likes on of a young wizard -- Harry Potter, Actor Daniel Radcliffe shot to the photo-sharing website. and his friends Hermione Granger global fame essaying the titular “Harry Potter” fantasy drama is and Ron Weasley -- all of whom character through the eight films written by author J.K. Rowling. are students at Hogwarts School franchise. Esha Deol Excited To Become Author Mumbai: Actress-turned- feather in my hat. Besides being was something that I really felt Mumbai: Actor Vivek Da- tweeted on March 3. author Esha Deol Takhtani is su- an actor and a dancer, I am now like sharing. There were so many hiya, known for his work in TV “No one can imagine the per excited about her first book an author,” said Esha. hurdles which I was able to over- shows such as “Qayamat Ki amount of strength these men “Amma Mia!”, which narrates The actress revealed that her come beautifully by the grace of Raat” and “Nach Baliye”, praised need to leave their loved ones her experiences as a mother. daughters inspired her to write God and my sheer will power,” the real heroes of India on the oc- behind and fight for our nation! Mother of two daughters, Radhya this book which will act as a she said. casion of National Defence Day. #NationalDefenceDay,” he said. and Miraya, Esha has penned her guide for new mums. “I’d say “Just the fact that it’s your baby, “Talk about a Hero and the The actor will be seen portray- motherhood experience. both my daughters Radhya and you got to take charge and call the men who put their lives on the ing a strong role in his upcoming “I feel happy that I could cul- Miraya have been my inspira- shots and don’t listen to the one line for our country are the real web series “State of Siege 26/11” minate my entire feelings and tion. It was mainly the things that million people or the voices in HEROES! I’m proud to be play- which is based on Sandeep Unni- thoughts and create this beautiful I went through, especially during your head, it’s purely motherly ing one myself in my upcoming than’s best-selling novel “Black book which is purely a gift from the first experience of mother- instinct that works. I think all that project, ‘State of Siege’ and what Tornado: The Three Sieges of me to all the mothers. I’m feel- hood. There are so many things put together created Amma Mia! a journey it has been,” Vivek Mumbai 26/11”. ing happy to have added another that a woman experiences and it as a book,” added Esha. Ashwiny Celebrates Spirit Of Women With ‘Ghar Ki Murgi’

Mumbai: Director Ashwiny Iyer Ti- of a woman who gives her whole life ten- wari says her short film “Ghar Ki Murgi”, dering and caring for every family mem- which stars Sakshi Tanwar, celebrates ber without thinking much about her own the selfless spirit of women who dedicate self. I wish all families watch this story their life to look for their family. The film and say a thank you to the woman in the is written by Ashwiny’s husband and ac- lives,” she added. claimed filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari. Also starring Anurag Arora, “Ghar “‘Ghar Ki Murgi’ (‘Taken for Grant- Ki Murgi” is a slice of life, emotional ed’) is an emotional narrative close to my journey of a wife, mother and daughter heart. Dressed in an artistic backdrop of in law, finding her true self in a world of Old Delhi. This story is about an Indian ‘family and responsibility’. She gives it woman who is wrapped in the societal all for her family till one day she decides truth and color of sentiments. I wanted to take an ingenious decision for herself to organically tell a story that creates em- and creates upheaval around. pathy with the characters and catalyze an “Ghar Ki Murgi” goes live on SonyL- inner change in every individual,” Ash- IV on March 7. The film will also air on winy said. SET post “The Kapil Sharma Show” on “The film celebrates the selfless spirit Sunday. www.WeeklyVoice.com bollywood Friday, March 6, 2020 | B-9

Kartik, Kiara Strike A Romantic Pose Enter to win Jaipur: Actors Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani, who are currently shoot- Movie Passes ing here for their upcoming film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2”, shared a photograph from the film’s set. In the image, Kartik and Kiara can be seen looking at each other, while they are surrounded by several crew women with their hair covering their faces. He captioned the image: “Pyaar mein itne bhi andhe mat ho jao, Ki Chudail bhi na dikhein... #BhoolBhulaiyaa2... and wa (Don’t be so blinded in love that you don’t see the witch).” “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2” is being billed as a spiritual remake of the first version, and is being directed by Anees Bazmee. “Bhool Bhulaiyaa”, directed by Pri- yadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar with Vidya Balan and Shiney Ahuja, was released in 2007. The film was an 31, 2020. The film is set in a sprawling will not be a psychological thriller, but What role did Sunil Dutt official remake of the 1993 Malayalam haveli with several pathways. Anees Ba- a ghost story. Veteran Tabu plays an im- film “Manichitrathazhu”. zmee had earlier revealed that the film portant role in the movie. “My attempt play in the B.R. Chopra The photography sessions for the will not have anything in common with is to present Tabu in a different avatar, film commenced in October 2019 and the first film and it doesn’t begin from something which the audience has not film ’Waqt’? it will be released worldwide on July where the first one ended. He also said it seen,” Anees added. Email to: [email protected] All eligible entries must reach Shraddha Marks 33rd Birthday Rishi Slams Delay In us by 3:00 pm, March 11, 2020. Please include your name and valid Nirbhaya Case daytime contact phone number. Mumbai: Veteran actor Rishi Ka- poor used the popular “Tareekh pe tareekh” dialogue from the 1993 film WINNING ANSWER TO “Damini” to slam the Delhi Court judg- ment to defer the execution of the four convicts in the Nirbhaya rape and mur- In “Sholay”, what was der case. the name of On Monday, a court in Delhi again deferred the execution of the four con- Basanti’s horse? victs in the Nirbhaya rape and murder case, which was slated for Tuesday, till further orders. ANSWER Mumbai,: Actress Shraddha Kapoor tu flash mob on three of the actress’ most Rishi finds the delay ridiculous, and turned 33 on Tuesday, and she had a popular songs. he took to twitter to express his view ‘Dhanno’ mostly busy birthday. The actress took to Instagram and with a post. Shraddha started her day with a visit shared photographs with the special “Nirbhaya case. Tareekh pe tareekh, This Week’s Winners! to an NGO to spend some time with spe- kids and senior citizens from the NGO tareekh pe tareekh, tareekh pe tareekh - cial kids and senior citizens. She cut the she visited. She wrote: “Thankful, grate- ‘Damini’. Ridiculous,” he tweeted. 1. Rita Gupta cake with the kids in the morning. ful & so blessed to have celebrated my It may be recalled that “Damini” star- Then it was time to be surprised by birthday with the beautiful kids and se- ring Rishin Kapoor and Sunny Deol 2. Manish Shah her “Baaghi 3” co-star Tiger Shroff and nior citizens of Ashadaan - Missionaries with Meenakshi Sheshadri in the title Winners MUST pick up the film’s production team, who had ar- of Charity, Byculla”. “Baaghi 3” hits role, was a courtroom drama that is ranged a grand surprise for her. A hun- theatres on March 6. The film directed fought out in the aftermath of the rape their tickets from the Voice Office dred fans of the actress gathered in front by Ahmed Khan stars Tiger Shroff and of a young domestic help by a group of in Mississauga of her residence and then Tiger, along Shraddha Kapoor in lead roles, along influential boys. In the movie, the case Call:905-795-0639 with 40 dancers, performed an impromp- with Riteish Deshmukh. was being constantly deferred.

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[...This is how extra marital “Sleepwalkers” marks directo- affairs start.] “He tells you he rial debut of Radhika Apte, and doesn’t like his wife and they are the actress has also scripted it. not getting along for a long time. The film is produced by Abhisekh You fall in love with him, he is a Chaubey, Honey Trehan and Lalit married guy. Then you say ‘why Mumbai: “NRI Diary”, a new International Film Festival, Lake- Sharma. don’t you separate’. But he says with the man saying f*** off”. film featuring actor Aman Verma, city International Film Festival, “I generally prefer working on ‘no, no there are kids’.” Then comes Neena’s advice: is emerging as a big winner in the Ayodhya Film Festival, Everest long formats such as features or She says they then start meet- “Do not get involved in all this, film festival circuit even before International Film Festival and a series but it was impossible for ing secretly and go on holidays. do not fall in love with a married release. So, far, the film has been World Film Fair Las Vegas. me to pass because it’s my dear That turns to spending nights man. I have done this before, I selected in 12 different national The makers of “NRI Diary” re- friend Radhika’s directorial debut together and ultimately “you have suffered. That is why I say: and international film festivals. leased the film’s first look poster and also an opportunity for me want to marry him”. Then, the try not to do it.” The film got official entry in a while back. In the poster, on to work with Shahana Goswami, woman wants the man to divorce Neena was in a relationship Cotton City International Film can spot Aman Verma along with whose work I greatly admired,” his wife, but he says, “it’s not so with West Indian cricketer Viv- Festival, Kala Samruddhi Inter- Costa, Matyalda, Deva and Mo- Gulshan said. easy, there is property, there are ian Richards in the eighties. They national Film Festival, Hohe In- han Das. The film is about the For Gulshan, “Sleepwalkers” is bank accounts etc”. share a daughter, Masaba Gupta. ternational Film Festival, Sams- rape and murder of a foreigner. a commentary on society, class, The woman gets frustrated and Later, Neena went on to marry kara International Film Festival, Scripted by Shashi Kumar and nature, lack of balance and greed. thinks of leaving him. It ends Vivek Mehra. Shunya Online International Film directed by Manish KP Yadav, “The shoot was a challenging Festival, Penzance International the film has music by Raj Verma. schedule but it was well worth Film Festival, K Asif Chambal The film will release in May. my while.” Adah Looks Cool In Denim Mumbai: Actress Adah Shar- ma looked ravishing when she re- Short Film Is A Powerful Medium: Monga cently turned out sporting a den- Mumbai: Oscar-winning Dahi Bhalle’, the dark reality of a ducing the short film “Period. im dress with loads of graphitti. short film producer Guneet married couple in ‘Sleeping Part- End Of Sentence” in the Best Adah was spotted outside the Monga, who recently produced ner’ or ‘Pinni’ or ‘Thappad’ re- Live Action category. So, what T-series office in the denim dress the anthology “Zindagi Inshort” ally show some real moments of keeps her grounded and enthusi- and she completed her look with -- that amalgamates seven stories life. While ‘Thappad’ is a story of astic after winning an Academy a black handbag. She was all -- says that the short film is one of children, ‘Pinni’ is the story of an Award? smiles and looked happy, slaying the powerful mediums to narrate elderly lady. That is the power of “Upbringing I guess. Also, I it with her casual style statement. thought-provoking stories. a short story,” Monga told IANS. am quite spiritual. From the be- The actress was last seen in the Monga says her team went The anthology features Neena ginning of my career as a story- action thriller “Commando 3” through around 200 short stories Gupta, Divya Dutta, Sanjay Ka- teller, whatever production I have starring Vidyut Janwal. The film The romantic comedy deals with before finalising on the final sev- poor, Manjot Singh, Deepak Do- been a part of so far, life has been was received with a lukewarm re- sex reassignment surgery, narrat- en for “Zindagi Inshort”. briyal, Nakuul Mehta, Isha Tal- a struggle. So, for me, the pro- sponse at the box office. ing the story of a man who falls in “These stories really encom- war, Jitin Gulati, Aisha Ahmed, cess of storytelling, with a certain Her upcoming film is Abir love with a girl and marries her, pass life. The story of two young- Swaroop Samant among others. conviction is more important for Sengupta’s next, “Man To Man”, only to realise that she is actually sters falling in love in ‘Chhaju Ke Monga won an Oscar for pro- me than anything,” she replied. where she plays the role of a man. a man. B’wood Filmmakers Are Breaking The Genre Barrier By Vinod Mirani in rest of India or, at least in repeat audience, ever). That is “Mary Kom”, “Paan Singh To- which, if not taboo, were never Western India, but did not do well also why not many venture into mar”, “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”, discussed openly. “Vicky Donor” It is said that there are only in Delhi-UP and Punjab circuits. . murder mysteries as they have no “Sanju” and “Rustom;” started the trend of such themes. seven genres in filmmaking. Mehmood, even during his repeat audience. So, films that break the norm Films like “Piku” (on constipa- These are action, crime, comedy, peak, was not accepted in pure A historical is a very costly to of the genre-based filmmaking or tion), “Aligarh” (same sex re- social, historical, mythological comedies in the North. The North make and few producers will ei- expand the scope of that particu- lationship), “Mukti Bhavan” and romance. Rest are offshoots preferred action movies. . ther risk that or qualify to make lar genre are now being made. (awaiting peaceful death), “Pad of these basic seven genres. But, these were not action one. Sanjay Leela Bhansali re- “Kapoor & Sons”, for in- Man” (menstruation) have fol- In India, filmmakers were films. Action films were consid- vived this genre and, since then, stance, can be described as a lowed this trend. known for making all kinds of ered B-grade stuff. Not meant for some other producers have also family social. Also, “Toilet Ek Then there is a line-up of films within these genres. In fact, the regular family or gentry audi- tried their hand. The latest is Ajay Prem Katha” is basically a fam- away from the routine, genre- the genres were divided between ence. Devgn’s “Tanhaji: The Unsung ily social but dealing with an as- bound themes in films like: “NH producers as there were produc- There were stars like Dara Warrior”. pect that is age-old but never dis- 10”, “Margarita With A Straw”, ers who specialised in making, Singh, Kamran Khan, Sheikh But, that is about it. What fil- cussed. Similar is the case with “Masaan”, “Hindi Medium”, say, mythological, thriller or fam- Mukhtar and such who made makers are now making may be “Badhai Ho”, “102 Not Out” and “Lipstick Under MY Burkha”, ily socials. As for comedy films, out-and-out action films that had called an extension of the basic other such films. “Raazi”, “Parmanu: The Story Of not much of the Indian audience their own cinema chains to screen seven genres or going away from There have also been attempts Pokhran”, “Good Newwz”, “Mis- had a taste for comedy. what was called, B-grade cinema. it, depending on the film. at making films entirely depen- sion Mangal”, “The Accidental There was a time when the There was also a time when a But we never made biopics and dent on special effects. Shah Prime Minister”, “Bala”, “Super tastes in Northern India were lot many films commanded a re- now they have become a norm. Rukh Khan’s “Zero” and “Fan” 30” and so on. If the viewer can totally limited. There were films peat value (“Sholay” must hold with the success of films like however failed. Now, a lot of identify with the subject, they which celebrated silver jubilees the record for drawing the most “The Dirty Picture”, “Neerja”, films are being made on subjects work. Pulkit, Kriti Launch Delhi Branch Of Chhabra’s Casting School

New Delhi: Actors Pulkit Samrat tion of the Delhi branch. and Kriti Kharbanda inaugurated Bol- Pulkit Samrat shared: “When I decided lywood casting ace Mukesh Chhabra’s to start acting, it was very difficult for me Delhi branch. to get guidance because I didn’t know The Mukesh Chhabra Casting Com- anyone in the industry. Now with this pany aims to felicitate aspiring actors in setup in Delhi itself, it will be easy for as- Delhi and nearby regions in their journey pirants to get a fair chance and learn from to a big break in the world of films. Cast- an experienced person like Mukesh ji.” ing facility in the Capital means aspirants Kriti added: “Now, aspirants won’t of these areas will no longer have to travel have to leave their parents and families to Mumbai for auditions. to follow their dream of being an actor. “We will opening another branch in They can come here, give auditions easily Chandigarh next week, and we will ex- and, who knows, get a big break in the in- pand to many more cities. Casting for dustry.” The Delhi branch of The Mukesh Bollywood films will be done in all my Chhabra Casting Company is located in city offices, so that no talent remains un- the Safdarjung development area of Hauz noticed,” said Chhabra, at the inaugura- Khas. www.WeeklyVoice.com zaika Friday, March 6, 2020 | B-11 Get On Board With The Next Trend In Seafood: Sea-Cuterie

Poach Chicken Breasts For Flavour, Tenderness

bread and your choice of breads By Elizabeth Karmel with a mixture of 6 to 7 cups of (NC) A new take on the clas- the oceans, too. and crackers. water and chicken broth, add a sic charcuterie board is quickly • Add some decadence by us- This time of year, boneless, cup of white wine, some herbs, becoming one of the hottest food ing butter-poached lobster. Serve Wild Smoked skinless chicken breasts are my carrots, onions, celery, etc., just trends of 2020. Instead of cured with whipped cream cheese, Salmon ‘Rillette’ go-to protein. You can add them as if I were making a stock. Next, meats, chefs and enthusiastic shaved fennel and cucumber sal- Prep time: 15 mins to a grain bowl, a green salad or I add the raw chicken breasts _ foodies have been creatively read. Assembly time: 5 mins, no Caesar, or shred them to make four or five maximum. I bring placing them with fish and sea- • For a variety of colour and cooking required chicken salad, soup, casseroles, it all to a rolling boil and let it food in what’s cleverly coined to give your platter some dimen- Ingredients: one-pot meals, etc. boil for about one minute. Then I “seacuterie.” sion, stack skinless and boneless • 1 lb (454 g or 2 cups) MSC- But so often they are dried out turn the heat off, put a lid on the Ahead of the curve when it canned mackerel. This pairs well certified smoked wild salmon, and tasteless. You know what I pot and let it sit for an hour. The comes to what’s new and fresh in with fresh tomato and ricotta. chopped mean: that flat, rigid, sliced white chicken breasts absorb the fla- seafood, MSC ambassador chef • Add MSC certified tuna • ½ lb (227 g or 1 cup) cream meat that comes on top of a salad vours of the stock as they sit and Charlotte Langley has been creat- tataki, which is inspired by the cheese, tempered or pasta, or is made into a sand- cook, and become plump and ten- ing delectable seacuterie boards Japanese method of searing fish • ¼ lb (113.5 g or 1/2 cup) un- wich. But one little trick will der. They are very easy to shred and showcasing the variety of briefly over a hot flame. salted butter, tempered change all that. You can poach with your fingers at this point. tastes and textures the sea has to • Serve a small bowl or mason • 1 ½ tsp (6.4 g) chopped tar- your boneless, skinless chicken Wait a full hour and the offer since she began experiment- jar of wild smoked salmon “ril- ragon breasts and they will be juicy, fla- poached chicken breasts are done ing with food. lette” (recipe below). • 1 ½ tsp (6.4 g) chopped dill vourful, plump and tender. and ready for your recipe or your As a supporter and advocate • Try sweet and delicate cold- • ½ tsp (2 g) fennel seeds, If you can boil water, you can meal. If you are poaching chicken for healthy oceans through sus- water shrimp, which often comes toasted and ground poach chicken breasts. to make chicken salad, I love that tainable seafood, she shares her from local Canadian fisheries. • Juice and zest of 1 lemon Choose boneless, skinless the chicken can be either cubed or favourite certified ocean-friendly • For a delicious dip option, Directions: chicken breasts that aren’t too shredded. seafood options, how-to tips and mix yogurt, fresh chopped dill, 1. In a stand mixer with the large; they shouldn’t look like Some people prefer a shred- sides for building a stellar platter: shallots and a squeeze of lemon paddle attachment, combine all turkey breasts. If they’re too ded chicken salad and do this in • Make sure to start by choos- juice for some acidity and kick. ingredients and mix until well large, they’re often tough before the food processor. The poached ing seafood with the MSC blue • Elevate your platter by fin- incorporated. Serve with your fa- you start cooking them. chicken is so tender that you fish label – this means it’s certi- ishing with any of your favou- vourite crackers or crusty bread. When I am ready to poach, I don’t need to do anything except fied sustainable, wild and -trace rite light and creamy dips, lemon Learn more about sustainable fill a heavy-duty 4- or 5-quart pot cut it into chunks and shred. able to its source, so it’s good for wedges, grated horseradish, fresh seafood options at msc.org. B-12 | Friday, March 6, 2020 www.WeeklyVoice.com voice automobile

2020 BMW 750Li – Cruise Missile!

By Nauman Farooq

For the last 43 years, if you’ve been in the market for the ultimate luxury vehicle, one of the best answers has been the BMW 7 Series. It has always lead the way in terms of technology and performance, but nowadays, buyers tend to gravitate towards luxury SUVs over luxury sedans; so will the latter become extinct like the dinosaur or should buyers ditch the utility boxes and keep the big sedans in business? To find out, I spent a week with the 2020 BMW 750Li, to see if it’s still relevant! Styling: Let’s address the el- ephant in the room, first! Yes, like wake it up, and how its all-wheel pretty much every new BMW, drive system works. You’ll also this updated 7 Series has a large learn that it has cameras and so- front grille. The internet is having nar radars that read the road ahead a ball, making photoshops of the of you, so the car adjusts its ride front end with the grille becoming according to what dip or pothole as wide as the car. you might hit! Hence it just glides When I saw pictures of this new over things that would jolt you front end, I also thought it was too in a normal car. I think the only big for the car. However, after a thing that could potentially ride few days of living with it, I got better than a BMW 7 Series is a used to it, and now actually think hovercraft. this car looks very good! Once you’ve discovered the My favourite angle is from the charms of this car, nothing else rear ¾ - the revised tail lights give will do! This might be a limou- this car an elegant, sophisticated sine of a car, but trust me, it can look. I know that “beauty lies in out handle many sports cars. The the eye of the beholder” – but in grip, the chassis and suspension my opinion, the new BMW 7 Se- layout, the steering (which does ries is the nicest looking car in its feel very robotic at first) all work class. head-up display help you keep make you feel like you’re in the new BMW M850i coupe and extremely well, to get you from Interior: Open the door, and your eyes on the road! something unique. I hope that for convertible. Power is fed to all point A to point B as effectively you’re greeted by an interior that Engage adaptive cruise con- the next 7 Series, BMW does an wheels via an eight-speed auto- as possible. is very well made, featuring ex- trol, and it’ll not only keep you interior that has no resemblance matic gearbox, which is smoother If you like to drive - and I mean, cellent materials, and lots of tech- from running into the car ahead, to any other BMW model. than melting chocolate! really drive – you will understand nology. In fact, my tester even but also keep you in its lane. In Perhaps, BMW should consult Performance & Driving Dy- why this is very possibly the most had massaging chairs and a fridge short, if there is a bit of automo- with one of the car companies it namics: There are cars you in- capable luxury car on the planet. – now that’s classy! tive technology on the planet, the owns, i.e. Rolls-Royce, and pick stantly fall in love with, and some This is a rolling masterpiece! Space has never been an issue 7 Series has it! up hints on how to make the car’s cars take time to grow on you – Fuel Economy: In my fuel with the 7 Series, especially in the But… there is a but! While occupants feel extra “special.” this 750Li falls under the latter. economy test (where I drive a long-wheelbase ‘Li’ trim. This is the interior is well made, well Powertrain: Under the hood is Go for a short drive, and it’ll vehicle 170 km on the highway the roomiest BMW in existence, equipped, and comfortable, it just a familiar 4.4L V8 engine that feel too plain, and not give you + 130 km in the city) the 2020 and one of the few cars where doesn’t feel like a special place BMW has been using for a decade enough feedback. A short drive BMW 750Li averaged 12.4 L/100 the rear seat passengers get even to spend time in. The problem – or so. However, for 2020, it is a might lead you to believe that this km. more room to lounge in. I think – is that smaller BMW’s, bit healthier, as this twin-turbo is a boring car. How a car this big, heavy, and Its infotainment system offers such as the 3 Series and the 5 Se- unit now produces 523 hp and Live with it for a bit, and you’ll powerful, drink this little gaso- everything you’ll possibly need, ries, have very similar interiors, 553 lb-ft of torque. This is essen- find its sweet spot! You’ll learn line is beyond me! I mean, this whereas technology such as a and hence the 7 Series doesn’t tially the same engine as found in what type of throttle inputs really drank the same amount of fuel as a Subaru Ascent – despite the 750Li having twice as many cyl- inders and carrying more weight! This, I suppose, is the magic of BMW engineering. Pricing: All this excellence doesn’t come cheap. The 2020 BMW 750Li has a base price of $126,900. My very well equipped tester had nearly $30,000 in options – for a total as tested price of $156,300. A lot of money, for sure, but you also get a lot of car! Verdict: The 2020 BMW 750Li is not the prettiest car on sale, and nor does it have the greatest interior ever designed for a car. However, when you consider its performance and handling, and the fact that this is the final step before you get to something ex- treme – like a Rolls-Royce – then it begins to make sense. 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LOS ANGELES: Fisker Inc. – hicles projected to be produced will be able to see the perfor- and towing hook options. Towing • California Mode: designer and manufacturer of the between 2022 and 2027. mance and handling character- capacity will be released in 2021. ◦ This patented feature, in- world’s most emotion-stirring, Henrik Fisker, chairman and istics of the vehicle – as well as • Stunning Wheels: The base spired by the Fisker brand’s eco-friendly electric vehicles and CEO – Fisker Inc, said:. “Our the maturity of the platform and model will feature stylishly de- roots and passion for the South- advanced mobility solutions – mission is to create the world’s stage of development.” signed 20-inch wheels, with 22- ern California coastline, lowers/ was scheduled to debut the Fisker most sustainable vehicles. To Big Space. Big Screens. inch wheel options for an even slides nine glass windows/pan- Ocean in Europe at Geneva Inter- achieve this mission, we’ve cre- Big Experiences. larger presence on and off the els to open the entire cabin with national Motor Show on March 3 ated a new kind of ownership The Fisker Ocean experience is road. one touch – creating an open-air at the Geneva Motor Show which experience characterized by ease characterized by a sense of free- • All-Terrain Driving and feeling, while still maintaining a has been cancelled because of the and affordability. dom, fun and luxury – comple- Power: The Fisker Ocean will be full “roll cage” safety structure coronavirus threat. Being the world’s first all- mented by off-road capability offered in a four-wheel drive con- around the passengers. On the heels of the all- digital car company, we are able and superior utility. figuration on all trims except for ▪ The feature allows the rear electric luxury SUV’s grand to bring accessible pricing, emo- • Dramatic Dimensions: the base model – reflecting the hatch glass to drop – enabling global debut – resulting in tional design touches and an en- ◦ At 4,640 millimeters (182.7 vehicle’s off-road capabilities. long items to be placed through more than nine awards secured joyable, hassle-free experience to inches) in length, 1,930 milli- The standard four-wheel drive the opening without having to from prominent media outlets the luxury EV segment. meters (76 inches) in width and configuration will deliver an out- drive with an open tailgate. like TIME Magazine, News- This is a dramatic departure 1,615 millimeters (63.6 inches) put of more than 225 kilowatts ◦ Fisker will offer this fea- week, Mashable, Business In- from being a traditional automo- in height, the all-electric luxury (more than 300 horsepower), ture as standard across all option sider, CNET, Digital Trends and tive OEM. Our unique approach SUV offers a spacious environ- with an ultra-high-performance packages, except for the base more – the world’s most sus- as an electric mobility service ment for both front and rear pas- version targeting zero-to -60 mph model. tainable vehicle was to land company, with an entire customer sengers. With thoughtful design in less than three seconds (total • Charging and Range: The in Switzerland with thousands experience based on a proprietary touches, new spaces are created power output to be announced in Fisker Ocean features a CCS of reservations already made by app platform, allows us to have for five adults to sit comfortably 2021). Type 2 Combo plug – enabling customers from every continent, more direct and meaningful com- – even during the longest of rides. • Foresight: A state-of-the-art the vehicle to be charged through reflecting strong worldwide mo- munication with Fisker owners. • Functional Utility: With 566 heads-up display integrated into any stations that leverage tech- mentum. Overall, we’re building a sus- liters (20 cubic feet) of trunk the windshield will be comple- nology in line with the latest in Production is projected to tainable business through a new space, the vehicle presents prac- mented by a large 16-inch center international standards. begin in Q4 2021, with high- model that’s reinforced by strong ticality and utility. touch screen and a 9.8-inch clus- ◦ In North America, Fisker volume deliveries of the Fisker global partnerships.” The space increases to 708 li- ter screen. Ocean vehicles will be automati- Ocean targeted to ramp up in • “We can’t wait to share the ters (25 cubic feet) with the par- From augmented reality fea- cally recognized by Electrify 2022. Global and localized sup- first real-world driving footage cel shelf removed, expanding to tures to haptic touch buttons and America’s charging stations – al- ply chains secured across the of the Fisker Ocean ahead of its 1,274 liters (45 cubic feet) with immersive digital experiences, lowing for simple charging, auto- U.S., Europe and China will re- European debut. This will be the the rear seats folded. The Fisker the vehicle offers impressive vi- matic release and automatic pay- sult in more than 1 million ve- first time the media and public Ocean will come with roof rails suals all around. ments. Maruti Suzuki Launches All-New Vitara Brezza New Delhi: Indian Automo- fered with 5-speed manual and bile major Maruti Suzuki India advanced automatic transmission has officially launched the all with Smart Hybrid,” the compa- new compact SUV Vitara Brezza, ny said in a statement. which was unveiled at the recent- In less than 4 years of its ly held Auto Expo 2020. launch, Vitara Brezza has sold The new vehicle has been over 500,000 units. priced in the range of Rs 7.34 Attractive and bold, the pow- lakh to Rs 11.40 lakh, the auto- erful all-new Vitara Brezza has mobile major said on Monday. an expression that’s indomitable. According to the company, Enhanced by a pair of LED pro- the new compact SUV offers en- jector headlamps with integrated hanced sportiness, bolder looks, Dual function LED DRLs, it stronger stance, premium interi- comes with a bold Front Grille ors and a host of new features. that gives it a dynamic appear- The vehicle is equipped with ance. Vitara Brezza bagged the powerful 1.5 litre K-series Viewers’ Choice Car of the Year BS6 petrol engine. award and also won the Compact “The compact SUV will be of- SUV of the year award Geneva Auto Show Cancelled The 2020 Geneva Motor Show cision: “We regret this situation, press conferences announcing has been cancelled due to the but the health of all participants the 2020 edition, there was noth- coronavirus outbreak. is our and our exhibitors’ top ing to suggest that such a mea- A statement by the event orga- priority. This is a case of force sure was necessary. The situation nizers reads: majeure and a tremendous loss changed with the appearance of The 90th edition of the GIMS, for the manufacturers who have the first confirmed coronavirus which was supposed to welcome invested massively in their pres- diseases in Switzerland and the the media from March 2, and ence in Geneva. However, we are injonction of the Federal Council the general public from 5 to 15 convinced that they will under- on 28.02.2020. The event is can- March 2020, will now finally not stand this decision,” said Maurice celled due to this decision. take place. This is in conjunc- Turrettini, Chairman of the Foun- In the meantime, the disman- tion with the Federal Council of dation Board. We would like to tling of the event will now have 28 February 2020 that no events warmly thank all those involved to be organized. The financial with more than 1,000 people are in the organization of the 2020 consequences for all those in- allowed to take place until 15 edition of GIMS. volved in the event are significant March 2020. The decision falls A few days before the opening and will need to be assessed over 3 days before the opening of the of the event, the construction of the coming weeks. One thing is exhibition to the media. the stands was very nearly com- certain: tickets already purchased The organizers accept this de- plete. A week ago, during the for the event will be refunded. B-14 | Friday, March 6, 2020 auto www.WeeklyVoice.com Meet the Precept - A Beautiful & Sculpted Vision Of The Future From Polestar Polestar reveals the Precept – a vision of the brand’s future direction and a clear expression of intent. Precept exhibits the execution of new, more sustainable interior materials, the continued development of the digital user interface and the essence of Pole- star design. The name “Precept” was chosen to emphasise the vehicle’s role in setting out Polestar’s intent as the contemporary electric performance brand. A precept is a manifesto of things to come; a declaration. The car signifies an important milestone for Polestar as a standalone brand, describ- powered by Android, builds ing a unique design philosophy on Polestar’s close collabora- that remains firmly embedded tion with Google. An enlarged, in Polestar’s brand values: pure, portrait-oriented 15-inch cen- progressive and performance. tre touch screen complements a “Precept is a declaration, a vi- 12.5-inch driver display, and the sion of what Polestar stands for two are linked by an illuminated and what makes the brand rele- blade that encompasses the en- vant,” comments Thomas Ingen- tire interior. In this execution, the lath, CEO of Polestar. “The car is unique Polestar emblem floats a response to the clear challenges holographically inside a solid our society and industry face. piece of Swedish crystal between This is not a dream of a distant the rear seat headrests. future, Polestar Precept previews Supporting the advancement of future vehicles and shows how a personalised and dynamic digi- we will apply innovation to mini- tal interface, the instrument panel mize our environmental impact. cated to intelligent hardware are Conventional side mirrors are tion of the HMI builds on current also hosts an array of smart sen- Minimalistic athleticism, the two radar sensors and a high defi- replaced by camera-based units, partnerships which maximise the sors. Eye tracking will allow the sculpted form of the Polestar nition camera. The LIDAR pod, each of which extends outwards integration of expertise. car to monitor the driver’s gaze Precept sets the tone for future mounted atop the glass roof, is on an aerodynamic arm. Inside, Sustainable new interior ma- and adjust the content of the vari- Polestar vehicles. The vehicle’s given optimal visibility as a next the traditional rear-view mirror terials balance modern high-tech ous screens accordingly. Proxim- proportions define its presence step towards increased driving is replaced with a digital screen, luxury with reduced environmen- ity sensors also enhance the us- with restrained surfacing and a assistance. The Thor’s Hammer the image collected by a wide- tal impact. Bcomp’s flax-based ability of the centre display. focus on aerodynamic efficiency. LED headlight signature evolves angle camera mounted at the rear composites for interior panels Maximilian Missoni, head of A 3.1-metre wheelbase which with separated elements, taking of the car. The absence of a con- and seatbacks offer significant Design at Polestar, says: “Pole- accommodates a large battery on a dynamic, more robotic and ventional rear window means that improvements over conventional star Precept’s aesthetics are root- pack gives the stunning four-door brand-defining interpretation. the Precept’s single-volume glass materials, including up to 50% ed in cutting-edge technology grand tourer a very low and sleek Precept features an integrated roof extends behind the rear seats saving in weight and up to 80% rather than looking back in time silhouette with an emphasis on front wing above the SmartZone and the tailgate itself is designed reduction of plastic waste. at historical, automotive refer- leg- and headroom in the rear. which accelerates air flow over with a larger opening and higher- Seat surfaces are 3D-knitted ences. At Polestar we see tech- The front grille is replaced by the long bonnet. This allows air mounted hingess. from recycled PET bottles, bol- nology as an enabler, as a tool to the Polestar SmartZone, repre- to attach itself to the surface earli- Polestar continues to believe sters and headrests are made from solve our society’s problems and senting a shift from breathing er, which improves aerodynamic in collaborating with experts recycled cork vinyl, while carpets we translated this attitude into a to seeing. An area which once efficiency and thus improves the to accelerate development and are made from reclaimed fishing new set of design principles. channelled air to radiators and vehicle’s range. At the rear, the provide customers with the best nets. These elements, combined The combination of sustainable the internal combustion engine, wide light-blade spans the entire available technologies. Precept’s with digital artistry, define a new materials and high-tech smart now houses technology for safe- width of the car, extending into interior is defined by sustain- premium luxury that surpasses systems opens an entirely new ty sensors and driver assistance vertical aero-wings – another ability and offered opportunity the conventions of leather, wood chapter of avant-garde luxury de- functions. Purposefully gathered aerodynamic feature and a nod to to work with new materials and and chrome. sign and shows where Polestar is behind a transparent panel dedi- light-weight design. processes. Similarly, the evolu- The next generation HMI, heading.” Gm Pulling Out Of Australia, New Zealand & Thailand DETROIT: General Motors Motors and withdraw the Chev- their long-term workers have and pickups, said it intends to ex- said plant closures and openings decision to pull out of Australia, rolet brand from Thailand by the been very loyal to the company pand in Southeast Asia using the happen constantly. New Zealand and Thailand as end of this year. ... they’ve loved being part of the plant in Thailand as its base. “The automobile industry must part of a strategy to exit markets “This is a very disappointing car industry, and now, it was such “We will also promote the de- be adaptive,’’ Krichanont said. that don’t produce adequate re- outcome,’’ said Karen Andrews, an iconic brand coming to an end; velopment of the local supply GM has struggled in Asia in the turns on investments has raised Australia’s minister for Industry, it’ll mean an end to their jobs.’’ chain, research and development past year. Its International Opera- dismay from officials concerned Science and Technology. She GM has 828 employees in and related industries, plus con- tions, which include China, lost over job losses. said it was unfortunate because Australia and New Zealand and tribute more to the exchequer of $200 million last year, includ- The company said in a state- about 500 workers would lose another 1,500 in Thailand, the both the local Rayong and Thai- ing $100 million in the fourth ment last week that it plans to their jobs.Dave Smith of the Aus- company said. land governments,’’ Great Wall’s quarter. It analyzed the business wind down sales, engineering tralian Manufacturing Workers’ In Thailand, the decision to sell vice-president for global strategy, case for future production at the and design operations for its his- Union also expressed chagrin. GM’s plant in Rayong, south of Liu Xiangshang. Rayong plant, but low utilization toric Holden brand in Australia Workers at Holden had thought Bangkok, may well end up being Thailand is still determined to of its capacity and low sales vol- and New Zealand in 2021. It also they’d “been through the worst good news for workers there. be the “Detroit of Asia,’’ Kricha- umes “made continued GM pro- plans to sell its Rayong factory in of it, and that’s not the case,’’ Great Wall Motors, a major nont Iyapunya, a spokesman for duction at the site unsustainable,’’ Thailand to China’s Great Wall Smith said. “For many of them maker of sport utility vehicles the Ministry of Industry said. He the company said. www.WeeklyVoice.com auto Friday, March 6, 2020 | B-15 Mazda Has Most IIHS Top Safety Picks & Awards RICHMOND HILL: Mazda Canada has announced that four of its models have earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) 2020 TOP SAFE- TY PICK+ award. When equipped with optional front crash prevention technology, the 2020 Mazda3, Mazda3 Sport, Mazda6, and CX-5 all receive the highest safety designa- tion available from IIHS. The award-winning Mazda3 The Mazda CX-5 Mazda’s CX-3 subcompact crossover also earns an additional SAFETY PICK and TOP SAFE- vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle- and cameras. Support with Pedestrian Detec- 2020 TOP SAFETY PICK award TY PICK+ awards, Mazda vehi- to-pedestrian evaluations. Addi- They include active safety tion, Smart Brake Support with when equipped with optional cles earned good ratings in each tionally, Mazda achieved good or technologies that support safer Collision Warning, Smart Brake front crash prevention and spe- of the Institute’s six crashworthi- acceptable headlight ratings, with driving by helping the driver to Support, Mazda Radar Cruise cific headlights, and the CX-9 ness evaluations: moderate over- the “plus” awarded to its models recognize potential hazards, and Control with Stop & Go Func- receives the TSP award with spe- lap front, driver-side small over- that come exclusively with good pre-crash safety technologies tion, Blind Spot Monitoring with cific headlights. lap front, passenger-side small or acceptable rated headlights. which help to avert collisions or Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane With these awards, Mazda overlap front, side, roof strength Mazda’s i-Activsense is an reduce their severity in situations Departure Warning System with models have earned more TSP+ and head restraints & seats. umbrella term covering a series where they cannot be avoided. Lane-Keep Assist, Driver Atten- awards than any other manufac- Mazda vehicles also earned of advanced safety technologies Mazda’s i-Activsense ad- tion Alert, High Beam Control, turer in Canada. advanced or superior ratings for which make use of detection de- vanced safety technologies in- Adaptive Front-Lighting System, To qualify for the 2020 TOP front crash prevention in both vices such as milliwave radars clude Advanced Smart City Brake and Traffic Sign Recognition. Pininfarina Unveils The Battista Anniversario

TURIN: Automobili Pininfa- years, the Pininfarina name has painted directly onto the body. rina has unveiled the ultimate been at the forefront of automo- Battista Anniversario is also expression of the world’s first tive design and performance, and equipped with the ‘Furiosa’ pack- luxury pure-electric hyper GT, the Battista perfectly encapsu- age, now available to specify the Battista Anniversario. The lates these values. This ultimate with any Battista, comprising a Battista Anniversario celebrates expression of Battista, the Anni- revised carbon fibre front split- 90 years since Battista ‘Pinin’ versario, is the distillation of ev- ter, side blades and rear diffuser. Farina created the legendary Pin- erything that the brand has stood Exclusively on the Anniversario, infarina coachbuilder and design for in the past and which we now these parts are finished in a two- house, and is the most powerful strive for in the future, creating a tone combination of exposed sig- sports car ever to be designed and new pinnacle of desirability for nature carbon and carbon tinted built in Italy. sustainable and luxurious electric in Iconica Blu with pin stripes in Battista Anniversario cars will cars.” Bianco Sestriere. be hand-crafted in Cambiano, Tu- Paolo Pininfarina, Chairman, Besides the exclusive livery, rin, where Pininfarina has estab- Pininfarina SpA: “My grandfa- ing.” The Battista Anniversario Pininfarina’s signature Iconica a bespoke rear wing, rear aero lished its design centre and head- ther always had the vision that delivers an added level of dynam- Blu. Skilled artisans in Cambiano fins and other bespoke details are quarters. Just five will be created, one day, there would be a stand- ic ability and a bespoke heritage- take several weeks to paint each unique to the Battista Anniversa- each priced from €2.6 million, alone range of Pininfarina-brand- inspired anniversary livery. Each car, building up the finish layer- rio. The aerodynamic enhance- making the Battista Anniversario ed cars. The Battista Anniversa- of the five Anniversario cars is by-layer and colour-by-colour ments enabled by the Furiosa ex- one of the world’s most exclusive rio, named in his honour to mark finished in a combination of three – all by hand. The body is disas- terior changes deliver increased automobiles. 90 years of the carrozzeria that he signature colours: Bianco Sestri- sembled and reassembled three downforce and stability at higher Michael Perschke, CEO, Au- started, is a glorious way to link ere, the never-seen-before Grigio times so pinstripes in the three cornering speeds and a more dy- tomobili Pininfarina: “For 90 our past with the future of motor- Antonelliano, and Automobili separate colours can be hand- namic balance to the car. B-16 | Friday, March 6, 2020 www.WeeklyVoice.com

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