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Takeaways From Modi-Xi Informal Summit, page 8 Kartarpur Corridor To Open On October 31, page 12 ICHF Diwali Event At Brampton City Hall, page 16 India Growth Still Remains Strong: IMF 6.1% Rate Shares Top Rank Among Major Economies United Nations: Although to pick up next year while ad- dards of the world economy even India’s economic growth rate has dressing a news conference for though it is lower than the very been cut to 6.1 per cent for the the release of the IMF’s World high standards to which we were current fiscal year, it still remains Economic Outlook (WEO) report accustomed to in looking at In- “very strong” by global stan- in Washington. dia,” Milesi-Ferreti said, adding dards, International Monetary According to the report, India that that a “growth rate above Fund’s (IMF) Deputy Research and China with their projected six per cent is still notable and Director Gian Maria Milesi-Fer- growth rate of 6.1 percent for the extremely important in a country reti said on Tuesday. current year share the top rank that has such a large population”. He and IMF Chief Economist among major economies. This growth rate is in contrast Gita Gopinath made optimistic India’s “overall growth re- to the global economy which, IMF Chief Economist Gita Gopinath and Deputy Research Director projections for India’s economy mains very strong by the stan- Continued on page 5 Gian Maria Milesi-Ferretti (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) Scheer Hopeful As NDP, Bloc On The Rise; Liberals Begin Battle Separatism Calls Jagmeet Backs Away From His ‘Coalition’ Statement Heard In Alberta OTTAWA: Liberal Leader Jus- tin Trudeau dismissed any no- tion that national unity is under threat Wednesday as he and other national leaders made efforts to beat back growing support for the Bloc Quebecois. The Bloc was almost defunct 18 months ago, but under the A young girl holds a Quebec flag leadership of former Quebec pro- as she watches the annual Saint- Jean-Baptiste day parade in Mon- vincial politician Yves-Francois treal. File pic: THE CANADIAN Blanchet, the party is making a PRESS/Graham Hughes significant comeback. Polls and can’t build more pipelines to seat projections suggest it might move more oil. Not that Alberta, win 20 seats or more in Quebec, with no coast of its own, would up from 10 in 2015 and just four have an easier time getting oil to in 2011. customers other than the United Its resurgence is strong enough, States if it were independent, but and the expectation of a minor- the anger underlying the idea is ity government emerging from real all the same. the Oct. 21 federal election high Dreams of outright separation, Federal Liberal leader Justin Trudeau holds up the party platform at a rally in Ottawa on Friday enough, that Trudeau, Conserva- Continued on page 4 October 11, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn tive Leader Andrew Scheer, and OTTAWA: As Liberal Leader emerged Tuesday: a record num- “I want to be your prime minis- NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh are Justin Trudeau and New Demo- ber of Canadians took part in ad- ter. But whatever Canadians vote facing questions about whether crat opponent Jagmeet Singh vance polls during the four days for come the 21st of October, I they could work with the party fought Tuesday for the hearts of early voting that closed Mon- want Canadians to win. And, so that was formed to help create the and minds of so-called “progres- day night. I’m saying to win, if you vote for conditions for Quebec separation. sive’’ voters, hope sprung eternal Elections Canada said 4.7 mil- New Democrats, we will fight in On national unity, Alberta po- for Conservative Leader Andrew lion Canadians voted early, a 29 whatever form the government litical scientist Duane Bratt said, Scheer _ who predicted he’d win per cent increase from the 2015 takes, whatever the power the it’s not Quebec that’s at stake a majority government. campaign. It noted that that figure people give us, to make sure we _ it’s Alberta. “You have not an Scheer’s optimism contrasted was an estimate because not all deliver on the things that people insignificant minority of people with several polls that suggested polls had reported, and it hoped need,’’ Singh said in Toronto. who say if Trudeau wins, we’re his party was deadlocked with the to have a detailed breakdown by “I’m proud of the fact that I’m separating,’’ said Bratt, a profes- Liberals in minority-government province, territory and riding later ready to fight Conservatives no sor at Mount Royal University in territory, and with the NDP rising this week. matter what, and however I can. Calgary. “I don’t think that’s very nationally and the Bloc Quebe- Back on the campaign trail, I think Canadians want that. The serious. I think there are all sorts Broker cois on the uptick in Quebec. Trudeau and Singh blasted Scheer majority of Canadians don’t vote of ramifications and difficulties. BROKER That left Trudeau and Singh to as their common opponent in sep- Conservative. The majority of But there are a lot of people mak- fight for the largest slice of the arate attacks. But Singh continued Canadians want a progressive ing those noises. And some influ- REMAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC., BROKERAGE federal electoral pie: voters who to back away from his weekend government.’’ ential people.’’ aren’t committed Conservatives, comment about forming a coali- Singh reiterated his main at- That includes Kenney, who and who are often labelled “pro- tion government with the Liberals tacks on Trudeau: that his four has continually told Trudeau gressive.’’ after Scheer called that too expen- years in power have been marked and some premiers that they are One significant electoral fact sive a proposition for Canadians. Continued on page 4 risking national unity if Alberta Pakistan To Remain On FATF Grey List Paris: The Financial Action has bought itself four months mended its blacklisting on the Task Force (FATF) has decided time from the global watchdog - plea that Islamabad has allowed to put Pakistan on its grey list till a tall task by all counts. Hafiz Saeed to withdraw funds next February and directed Islam- The FATF has linked the black- from his frozen accounts. abad to take “extra measures” for listing of Pakistan with unsatis- Concerns were also raised on “complete” elimination of terror factory steps to curb money laun- the tax amnesty scheme offered financing and money laundering. dering and terror financing. The in Pakistan. On the outright sup- An FATF meeting in Paris on FATF will take a final decision on port extended by Turkey, China Tuesday reviewed the measures the matter in February 2020. and Malaysia, the FATF decided that Islamabad has already taken A Pakistani delegation led by not to include Pakistan on the to control money laundering and Minister for Economic Affairs blacklist and give it more time to terror financing. However, the Hammad Azhar told the meeting implement measures. meeting observed that Islamabad that Islamabad has made positive According to reports, the Gulf will have to take further steps in progress in 20 out of 27 points. Cooperation Council and Saudi these four months, Dawn news heading the FATF, and backed by While China, Turkey and Ma- Arabia too supported Pakistan at reported. two other “brotherly countries” laysia appreciated the steps taken the FATF meeting. Pakistan PM With all-weather friend China of Malaysia and Turkey, Pakistan by Pakistan, India has recom- Continued on page 5 A-4 | Friday, October 18, 2019 Front/national www.WeeklyVoice.com THE WEEKLY VOICE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Trudeau Spending Time In Strong Ridings Bala Menon Continued from page 3 ASSOCIATE EDITOR by broken promises, and that Shazia Malik only an NDP government will tax the richest Canadians to make CONTRIBUTING WRITERS life more affordable for work- Amb. Praveen Verma (Retd.) Dr. Nivedita Das Kundu ing people. Trudeau, meanwhile, Harj Chaggar took aim at Scheer and Singh Amitabh Saxena as he began a day of barnstorming through New Brunswick and Graphic Design Nova Scotia, a major portion of Tamarind Tree the region that Singh has been Account MANAGERS accused of ignoring, and that the Manu Ramachandran Liberals swept in 2015. G Prasaad “The choice is very clear: are Rohit Malhotra we going to move forward with a Maha government that invests in people and ensure that everyone has ac- ONLINE MARKETING cess to a family doctor or are we MANAGER Amitabh Saxena going to go back to a time when Conservatives simply cut servic- LEGAL ADVISOR es?’’ Trudeau said in Fredericton. Dr. Keshav Agnihotri Trudeau said his government Conservative leader Andrew Scheer unveils his parties platform in Delta, B.C. protected Canadian workers by THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward ACCOUNTS signing a new North American Asha J Singhh Trudeau is spending his time any previous government. do,’’ Scheer said in Quebec City free-trade agreement. “We suc- in ridings the Liberal party hopes Scheer was in Quebec, hitting “We are going to win seats all photographer ceeded in renegotiating the most to keep in the federal election on areas where the Conservatives over this country. We’re going to Manohar Sagoo important trade deal we have, Oct. 21. His schedule put him in hope to make gains. win seats in Quebec, we’re going despite the fact that in the House Fredericton and Riverview, N.B., Scheer refused to entertain any to win seats in Ontario that we Gross Circulation: 30,000 of Commons Andrew Scheer was before moving on to Cumber- complex post-election scenario, haven’t held before.’’ CCNA Verified Circulation: calling for us to simply capitu- land-Colchester, Masstown, New including a potential Conserva- Scheer also dismissed Singh’s 29,997 Aug 14, 2015 late because that’s what Stephen Glasgow and Halifax, N.S. tive minority, by vowing: “We’re comments on Monday that the (Printed at Toronto Star) Harper had told him to say.’’ Trudeau is also trying prevent going to get a majority govern- New Democrats are “not talking “And Jagmeet Singh and the the Greens from making inroads ment.’’ about a coalition government,’’ NDP are not supportive of the in Atlantic Canada _s, if not win- “I’ll leave it to others, and pun- one day after the NDP leader was protections we were able to get ning seats themselves. He reiter- dits and analysts to speculate. My unequivocal about his willingness for our workers, for steelworkers, ated his position that the Liberals job in the next six days is to go to form an alliance to prevent a All advertising in The Weekly Voice is subject to the publisher’s for aluminum workers, for auto- have done more to fight climate get that majority government, and minority Conservative govern- approval and the advertiser agrees workers right across the country.’’ change in the last four years than that’s exactly what I’m going to ment. to indemify the publishers against claims arising from publication of any advertisement submitted by ‘Separatism As An Idea Percolating In Alberta’ the advertiser. Continued from page 3 in Annapolis Royal told Conser- COPYRIGHT NOTICE however, are faint. 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When Scheer was A flag draped pony grazes before the start of a parade during is so intense in Alberta all four of campaigning in Nova Scotia in Canada Day celebrations in Cremona, Alta. File pic: .THE those seats are at risk. Agreement # 40025701 late September, one man at a rally CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh Bratt said if there is a Liberal government with no seats in Al- berta or Saskatchewan, it’s going to be a problem because Alberta won’t even have a seat at the cabinet table. If Scheer wins the most seats and seeks to form a government, all of his potential partners have said they couldn’t abide Conservative promises to kill the carbon tax. “He won’t be able to make any of those changes,’’ Bratt said. For many voters in the West, “you either have a Liberal government you actively opposed or a Conservative government you supported but is unable to deliver anything you want.” Province Not To Upload Toronto Subway TORONTO: Ontario has dropped its bid to take control of Toronto’s subway system, the province announced Wednesday as city staff recommended support for a key part of Premier Doug Ford’s transit plan. Transportation Minister Caro- line Mulroney said the province has reached an agreement with the city for transit expansion that includes Toronto retaining ownership of its own subway network. The deal _ which still must be approved by Toronto city council _ is a reversal for Ford’s government, which had promised to take control of the city’s subway network in order to expand it. But Ford hailed the move as a victory and an example of political cooperation. “It’s actually the first time we’re going to build a Greater Toronto Area transit system and get people moving once and for all,’’ Ford said at a news conference in Kenora, Ont. “For decades there’s been so much politics involved in building transit. We’re finally getting the job done.’’ Mulroney said the province has been negotiating with the city for months and had always been open to allowing Toronto to maintain control.” www.WeeklyVoice.com National/Front Friday, October 18, 2019 | A-5 ‘India Will Recover By 2020’ Private Sector Can Share Continued from page 3 Gopinath said, is “in a synchro- Infrastructure Ideas nised slowdown, with growth TORONTO: The Ontario gov- the people, but we must acknowl- for 2019 downgraded again - to ernment is launching a new frame- edge that government doesn’t al- 3 percent - its slowest pace since work for receiving and evaluating ways have all the answers,” said the global financial crisis”. infrastructure proposals from the Minister Scott. “Our new USP The IMF has forecast “a fur- private sector. framework will ensure we are lis- ther pick up next year” for India’s Unsolicited proposals (USP) tening to people and businesses economy helped by tax cuts on are proposals to the government that build and operate infrastruc- the corporate sector, he said. “In that were not requested through ture in Ontario to find the best our projections, we have that In- an existing procurement. ideas and make them a reality.” dia would recover to seven per This marks the first time there The program is open for all cent growth in 2020,” Gopinath Propelling livestock production into ‘mission mode’ would be one has been a formal process for sub- infrastructure proposals. This in- said. In India “there has been a of the keys for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in achieving his mitting USPs to the Ontario gov- cludes proposals for transit lines negative impact on growth that ambitious target of making India a $5 trillion economy by 2024. ernment. Through this new ap- and stations, highways, health has come from financial vulner- Modi is pictured at a cattle fair in in Mathura (Photo: IANS/PIB) proach, private-sector ideas with care facilities, housing supply abilities in non-bank financial the potential to improve public projects, energy generation and sector and the impact that has had some recent measures including sistent with the Indian Monetary infrastructure and related services storage projects and “digital in- on consumer borrowing, borrow- the corporate tax cut”. Policy Committee’s forecast. will be considered using a consis- frastructure” (such as broadband ing by small and medium enter- While India has not yet said Explaining the cut in growth tent and fair process. and cellular network expansion). prises”, she said. how it would offset the revenue projection for India, the WEO “An unsolicited proposal The Province will focus on in- The hike in growth projection shortfall from this measure, the said: “India’s economy deceler- framework is a leading global frastructure projects that provide for next year is based “on the revenue projections look optimis- ated further in the second quar- practice to leverage the expertise the greatest benefit to the people premises that these particular bot- tic, she said. “It is important for ter, held back by sector-specific of the private sector to develop in- of Ontario, are feasible from a tlenecks will clear up,” Gopinath India to keep the fiscal deficit in weaknesses in the automobile novative infrastructure solutions technical and commercial per- said. “Appropriate steps have check,” she added. sector and real estate as well as to benefit the people of Ontario spective, align with the govern- been taken” to deal with these The WEO has cut India’s lingering uncertainty about the and make government open for ment’s priorities and provide the problems, while “still a lot more growth rate by 0.9 per cent to 6.1 health of nonbank financial com- business,” said Laurie Scott, Min- greatest value for money for any that needs to be done including percent from the 7 per cent made panies.” ister of Infrastructure. “It provides investment of public dollars. cleaning up of the balance sheets in July and by 1.2 percent from It added that “corporate and a clear path for industry to share Potential participants can sub- of the major commercial banks.” the 7.3 per cent in April. environmental regulatory uncer- proposals we might otherwise not mit proposals and find more infor- Also, she said, “On the fiscal IMF’s projected growth rate of tainty” were other factors that have developed on our own.” mation about the program online side for India there have been 6.1 per cent for 2019-20 is con- weighed on demand. “We will always work hard for at: ontario.ca/proposals. Pakistan On FATF Grey List Continued from page 3 will dismantle the infrastructure of terror- Imran Khan has been making several vis- ism, and anyway they have the three votes its to Riyadh, and is currently on a visit (China, Malaysia, and Turkey) that will there. carry them through again,” former diplo- According to the FATF charter compris- mat G Parthasarathy told IANS. ing 36 countries, the support of at least Security expert and Pakistan watcher three countries is required to not blacklist Jai Kumar Verma feels that if Pakistan is any country. unable to curb its money laundering and In August 2019, the Asia-Pacific Group, terrorist financing by February 2020, it a regional affiliate of the FATF, also ex- could be pushed to the black list. pressed concern over Pakistan’s perfor- In August, PM Imran Khan had formed HIGH RATIO ONLY* mance due to technical flaws. Islamabad a task force, headed by Minister for Eco- is obligated to report its performance to nomic Affairs Division Hammad Azhar, to the group every three months. look into the FATF’s concerns. Ahead of 5 Yrs Fixed The FATF’s kindness comes despite the the FATF meeting, Pakistan also arrested Asia Pacific Group sub group report being four LeT/Jamat-ud- Dawah terrorists - @2.39%* severely critical of Islamabad for its low largely considered as a cosmetic move. compliance on measures to tackle money Alice Wells, head of the US State De- 5 Yrs Variable laundering and terrorist funding. The APG partment’s South and Central Asian Bu- @2.64%* had recommended a downgrade for Paki- reau, had welcomed the arrests in a tweet, stan. but said that Pakistan, for its own future, “Imran Khan has played his cards well “must prevent militant groups from oper- with the Americans. I don’t think Pakistan ating on its soil”. Rajesh Khurana, MBA Principal Broker Cell: 416-616-1300

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*Rates are subject to change without notice. • FSCO # 10252, OAC, E&O.E. Some conditions apply.* A-6 | Friday, October 18, 2019 National www.WeeklyVoice.com Jagmeet Invokes Memory Of Layton Scheer Wants OTTAWA _ New Democrat Provincial Trade Leader Jagmeet Singh is invoking the legacy of his venerated predecessor, hoping that the memory of Barriers Jack Layton _ the principal archi- tect of the NDP’s best-ever show- Eliminated ing in a federal election _ would help separate him from a pack of QUEBEC: Conservative Lead- rivals wooing voters in Quebec. er Andrew Scheer says he would The province’s volatile elector- have a meeting with premiers to ate could swing in any direction push for an interprovincial free when Canadians cast their ballots trade agreement within the first Monday, with polls suggesting 100 days if he becomes prime tight races between the Liberals minister. Scheer was campaign- and Conservatives and a Bloc ing in Quebec on Wednesday, a Quebecois on the upswing. province where he hopes to make Every federal leader save Eliz- significant gains in this election. abeth May began Wednesday in He says if he wins the elec- Quebec, with Singh making a pil- tion next week he will host a grimage to Hudson, Que., where meeting of premiers in Ottawa on Layton was raised, before head- Jan. 6 to discuss whether provin- ing for a walkabout in Montreal’s NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, second right, dances with supporters and candidates during a campaign cial laws and regulations that dif- working-class Hochelaga neigh- stop in Brampton, Ont., on Saturday, October 12, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette fer from each other are reasonable bourhood and a rally just blocks areas of provincial jurisdiction from the botanical garden. Singh said. “We care about them, During a morning stop at Mon- candidates along the way. or are unnecessarily preventing Standing alongside Layton’s we share the values of Quebecers treal’s botanical gardens, Trudeau Scheer stopped by a Tim Hor- trade. Scheer says the IMF esti- widow, Olivia Chow, Singh said and we’re going to make sure that urged Quebecers to support the tons in one of Montreal’s northern mates that interprovincial trade he wanted to build on Layton’s they can count on us to fight for Liberals so they can have a voice suburbs with one of his star candi- barriers cost Canada’s economy legacy in the province, acknowl- them in the next Parliament, no in progressive government, not dates, former Olympic champion as much as $90 billion a year. edge the work the late leader did matter what the Parliament looks a progressive opposition. “That Sylvie Frechette, after spending The former Conservative gov- _ some of it better than Singh’s like.’’ choice is a very stark choice. It Tuesday barnstorming the prov- ernment started working with the own, he admitted _ and capture Conservative Leader Andrew is a very, very pivotal moment ince before moving on to south- provinces on the Canadian Free some of that 2011 magic for the Scheer and Liberal Leader Justin for Canada and for Canadians,’’ western Ontario, another vital Trade Agreement in 2014, and the party, which polls suggest could Trudeau started their day around Trudeau said. Trudeau is cam- battleground. negotiations were completed and be down to one or two seats in the Montreal area as well _ a rare paigning hard in Quebec, making May, the Green party leader, the agreement came into force un- Quebec after election day. campaign confluence where - ma numerous stops to try to person- is promising an announcement der the Liberals in 2017. “The support that we’re re- jor party leaders were in the same ally shore up his party’s standing in Victoria, near her home riding Some of the biggest struggles ceiving on the ground is going to area at the same time, and a clear in his home province. He was of Saanich-Gulf Islands in B.C., between provinces include ac- translate to support at the polls sign of where strategists are fo- scheduled to make his way east to while People’s Party Leader Max- knowledging professional quali- and I’m confident that people will cusing their efforts with less than Sherbrooke, pausing in a Legion ime Bernier focuses on keeping fications for workers, and cross- see that we will fight for them,’’ a week to go. hall, cafes and pubs with local his own Quebec seat in Beauce. provincial alcohol sales.

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By Bala Menon want to emphasize on competencies that young students can learn and bring later MISSISSAUGA: The recent deal with to the job market.” CUPE on wage increases for 55,000 edu- The Minister said the province was Rashmi Kumar, B. A. (Hons.), J. D. cational workers in Ontario represents an also investing in trades for women and B a rrist e r & Solicitor incremental success, according to Ste- to encourage underrepresented groups. phen Lecce, Minister of Education. In addition, a whopping $1.6 billion has “My singular mission as Minister of been sanctioned for a teacher protection Eduction is to keep children in the class- plan - which will help in bringing stabil- Services provided in English, Hindi and Punjabi rooms so that they can learn. The deal ity to 99.9% of the teaching workforce. with CUPE is conditional - it has still to Lecce said: “We saw headlines when for all criminal trials & appeals, including: be ratified…and I feel that the students the school year began that 500 teachers Bail Hearings won - not the unions, not the government. have been rendered surplus and jobless, My constituency is the children of our but they didn’t say that 499 have been Domestic & Sexual Assaults province.” He was answering to criticism taken back by their school boards.” that the government caved into union de- “We are putting more money into edu- Robbery & Guns and Gangs mands tamely after CUPE claimed vic- cation and more money in special educa- tory with their strike threat. tion, in transportation - more than any Impaired Driving “I want politics taken out of the class, government in history.” out of the education system.” he told the However, he said that the Ontario gov- Drugs Weekly Voice in an exclusive interview. ernment does not want the status quo in Murder, Attempted Murder & Manslaughter “We did not cave into the union de- the education system. The introduction mands. We have agreed to a 1% increase of math test for teachers was one of the Provincial & Federal Paroles in wages over three years….Another moves to shake up the system.” It is a question we had to deal with is that of reasonable thing to ask that teachers in absenteeism. We have found that edu- our province have a basic knowledge of FREE CONSULTATION cational workers get 15 days sick leave math - considering that our math scores - more than what teachers get. How is it have been declining. 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And we are saving money it will be compulsory so that students un- for the boards, by halting this revolving derstand finances and personal budgeting RAMANDEEP door method where there is too much of to help handle their affairs better in life.” supply and substitution going on.” His ministry will be focusing on trades Lecce said that although CUPE had so that the province can bridge the skills been ramping up their actions dramati- gap with the jobs that are in the economy, cally “the Government has remained a along with a spotlight on digital technol- constructive force at the table with one ogy. “Families are now realizing that BRAR mission in mind: keeping students in a trades can provide well-paying jobs and safe and positive learning environment. offer entrepreneurial opportunities.” By negotiating in good faith, all parties “It has been an exciting three months have demonstrated that a tentative deal since I have taken over the portfolio....so can be achieved.” we will go back to basics We have put a Meanwhile, negotiations with teachers lot of new money into the system, so that BRAMPTON are ongoing, Lecce said, adding “I want it can help grow our economy - then we stability, to focus on curriculum updates can expand the social services as well,” SOUTH for math, science, technology and we Lecce said. A-8 | Friday, October 18, 2019 Opinion www.WeeklyVoice.com A column on current affairs - relating to India and/or Canada and Strategic Eye looking at ways to promote Indo-Canadian relations in many spheres. The Takeaways from Xi Jinping-Modi Mamallapuram Informal Summit Both Sides Avoid Discussion On Kashmir; Need For Communication Remains A Focal Point By Bal Kishan Sharma @ ogy market. The selection of Mamalla- The informal summit, coined puram, 1400-year-old temple as Chennai connect, between complex as the venue was well – President Xi Jinping and Prime thought out as it signified histori- Minster Modi concluded at the cal Silk route linkages between heritage town of Mamallapuram India and China as also show on 12 Oct with equivocal out- cased India’s rich civilizational comes. past. The two leaders impressed The purpose of the summit as upon the need to blend the idea of described by China’s Ambas- ‘Mystique China’ with ‘Incred- sador to India Luo Zhaohui said ible India’, invigorate people to the purpose was for two leaders people contact and boost tourism to have free exchange of views Wuhan spirit and Chennai bon- without fixed topics. The chain of homie may be feel good factor, events preceding the summit had but geopolitical reality remains dampened the prospects of this that China and India will com- important summit. China’s overt pete for domination of resources, support to Pakistan on Kashmir Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping enjoy coconut water at Pancha location and influence. Structural at the UNSC, UNGA, during Im- Rathas complex in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu on Oct 11, 2019. (Photo: IANS/MEA) factors in the relationship suggest ran Khan’s recent visit to Beijing that Sino-Indian relation will re- and remarks by China’s ambas- there was neither a joint declara- been reinforced. The resolve to Afghanistan. The two countries main competitive. sador to Pakistan on the Kashmir tion issued nor any Memorandum maintain peace at the border in have recently cooperated in train- China is a de-facto super power issue had ruffled Indian feathers. of Understanding signed. From the framework of 2013 Border ing Afghan diplomats. Scope ex- with a GDP of $ 14 trillion, for- In the interregnum Indian and official statements and media Defense and Cooperation Agree- ists for both countries to under- eign reserves over $ 3 trillion and Chinese troops had briefly locked reports one could gauge major ment is another welcome step. take joint projects in Afghanistan. a formidable military state. But horns in Eastern Ladakh and Bei- takeaways from the summit and It is hoped in the next round Despite hiccups the bilateral Beijing can ill – afford to over- jing was miffed with India con- crystal gaze into future trajectory of boundary talks, the two sides trade has grown to impressive $ look India’s growing stature and ducting tri service military exer- of bilateral relations. develop institutionalized mecha- 96 US and shows more potential confidence in protecting her core cise in the northeastern theatre. At Wuhan Xi - Modi informal nisms to either avoid or jointly for growth albeit with a skewed interests. It is therefore impera- The mere fact that the two summit on 27 Apr 2018, the two patrol the so-called disputed balance of trade ($ 66 billion tive for both counries to respect sides confirmed the participa- leaders had agreed to mitigate areas along the Line of Actual in Chinas’ favour). Hopefully, each other’s core interests and tion in informal summit at the competitive component in the bi- Control and pave the way for its with the creation of High level find a new ‘modus vivendi’ in eleventh hour speaks for looming lateral relations, heed respective delineation. Countering terror- Economic and Trade Dialogue steering the destiny of their na- uncertainties about the meeting. core interests, institute guide- ism is another significant area of Mechanism’ headed by India’s tion and Asia for a better future Finally, the informal summit took lines on the CBMs to maintain convergence. The India foreign finance minister and China’s vice . Prime Modi sagaciously said, place in a very congenial envi- peace and tranquility at the bor- secretary said that both coun- premier, the trade imbalances “The two countries have agreed ronment and the two leaders were der, focus on building strategic tries will work on radicalization will get addressed and bilateral to prudently manage our differ- able to arrest growing negative communication, practical coop- and terrorism. China has adopted trade boosted. Likewise, remov- ences and not allow them to be- trajectory in their bilateral rela- eration, enhancing cultural ex- somewhat ambivalent and selec- ing irritant such as fear of China come disputes”. Time has now tions. Prime Minister Modi said, changes and finding a new ‘mo- tive approach to dealing with dumping her goods in Indian come to walk the talk . “our Chennai vision today has dus vivendi’ in relations. India- centric Jihadi groups hus- markets will ease the way for In- launched a new era of coopera- The tone and tenor of recent banded by Pakistan. China must dia joining the China led RCEP. @ Bal Kishan Sharma, Major tion between our two countries”. dialogue devolves around similar discourage Pakistan from us- China, on the other, expects India General (Retd).Foreign Policy The sides scrupulously avoid- issues. The need for maintaining ing cross- border terrorism as a to shed off intransigence and per- and Strategic Analyst and Head ed discussions on Kashmir and strategic communication despite state policy. Both countries have mit entry of Huawei 5 G technol- of prominent Think Tank in New focused on positives. However, vicissitudes in the relations has high stakes in building peace in ogy in the Indian digital technol- Delhi. www.WeeklyVoice.com Opinion Friday, October 18, 2019 | A-9 In 2019, All Communities Need To Come Together To Take Action On Climate Change By Catherine Abreu

As a kid who grew up in a family that didn’t have a lot of money, I really depended on the love of my family and the concern that they gave to me for myself, my relationships to others and to the natural world. It’s a big part of why I ended up working on climate change. I love people, I love animals, and I love this home that we share. When you get right down to it, climate action isn’t about protect- Catherine Abreu ing the earth - the earth will go on with or without us. I do what Climate activists chant as they stage a sit in at the European Parliament in Brussels, Wednes- urgent and effective plans to ad- I do because I want to help make day, Oct. 16, 2019. Dozens of climate crisis activists from Belgium and other European countries dress it. With each step we take the earth a better place for all of protested inside the European parliament today asking for a better future and a solution for the together we’re sending a signal to us to live. climate crisis. (AP Photo/Aris Oikonomou) the politicians in Ottawa that this I’m not unique. All of us care isn’t a fight – it’s an act of love. about our friends and families so told that climate change is our cial, vested interest in the fossil nity to build a better, safer world And we intend to carry that sense much that we would do anything fault. Or, we’re told that someone fuel industry and in status quo together. All of us, whether we of mission from the streets to the to protect them, even go to war who cares about climate change politics that kowtow to the fossil vote Blue, Red, Orange or Green, ballot box on October 21 or cross oceans for a better life. doesn’t care about you or your fuel industry. need to demand more, demand Catherine Abreu is Executive At this point in history, protect- job and so they’re your enemy. Those narratives that are about better. Director, Climate Action Network ing and caring for our families What do all of these points of disconnection, are about fear, are We need to demand that our Canada, a coalition of more than and friends means taking action tension do? Who do they benefit? about the impossibility of the task politicians of every partisan 100 diverse organizations across on climate change. They don’t benefit us. They ben- . We must reject that and resist stripe take this crisis seriously, Canada working on climate Almost everyone I meet wants efit the people who have a finan- them. We have a real opportu- and that they develop ambitious, change and energy issues. to do something. Some of us want to act because of our fears about the future. For others, extreme weather has hurt their homes and communities. And still more worry about the world they’re handing to their children. It’s personal for all of us - and for more and more of us, it’s a mission. But there are forces that work to tear us apart from each other and pit us against one another in an effort to maintain the status quo. The reason we often believe climate action is impossible is because we are told that climate action is impossible. Or, we’re Toronto Gets Its Own Slang Culture TORONTO: When Derek De- nis asks his Toronto-area students about what kind of slang words they’re using, he says he usually gets cringes in response. But the assistant professor at the University of Toronto Mis- sissauga has been studying To- ronto’s vocabulary and the way the city’s ethnic diversity sets its lexicon apart. Phrases like “mans’’ and “waste yute’’ have been around for years, but Denis said Toronto’s growing pop culture profile means the city’s local lingo is being adopted by Torontonians of all stripes. Denis said that’s a basic function of slang: to demarcate social boundaries and make you feel like you’re in the “in-crowd’’ by knowing the phrases. He said Toronto’s lexicon is noteworthy in large part because of its unmatched diversity. As a result, everyday slang words pull from Arabic, Somali and Patois references, among others. There are countless words that are Toronto-centric. If you tell someone to “nize it,’’ you’re tell- ing them to shut up, or if you call someone a “waste yute,’’ you’re calling them a silly kid. Both of those phrases have Patois roots. Other phrases are even more simple. “Wallahi’’ means to swear on god in Arabic, but is common- ly used by young people in Toron- to and other cities as an alternate way to emphasize a statement. The global nature of Toronto slang makes it hard to say whether the phrases are specifically from the city, Denis noted. Many of Toronto’s slang words are shared with London, England, where slang has also been shaped by Caribbean influences. One of the words he’s particu- larly interested in is “ahlie,’’ another Patois expression that gets thrown on to the end of a sen- tence in much the same way so- mone might end a statement with “right?’’ A-10 | Friday, October 18, 2019 NATIONAL www.WeeklyVoice.com Beware Of Insurance Ontario’s ‘Seller Fraud’ Volunteers When you hear “insurance Sonnet - a new online insur- Being fraud” you probably think first ance firm and part of Economical of claims fraud – where people Insurance is releasing this infor- make bogus claims to try and mation to empower Canadians to Celebrated get money from insurance com- recognize and prevent potentially TORONTO: Ontario’s panies for accidents or damage harmful scams before they hap- government is recognizing the which never actually occurred. pen by identifying and raising outstanding contributions of Seller fraud is common in awareness of the two main kinds more than 7,100 volunteers many regions of Canada. All of seller fraud; across the province through the Canadians are at risk for being • Ghost brokers take money Volunteer Service Awards. targeted, especially those that upfront, provide a pink slip “Volunteers are a vital part of are newcomers to the country showing proof of insurance our social fabric. Their efforts and are less likely to know local then disappear on the customer. shape our communities across insurance regulations. Sometimes the pink slip is a forg- the province and our country. Our Unlike claims fraud, seller ery, other times the fraudster sets government is honoured to recog- fraud takes place when forged or up the policy and cancels it with- nize the efforts of these great citi- fraudulent insurance policies are out the knowledge of the victim. zens and neighbours,” said Lisa sold to unsuspecting Canadians. • Fake brokers will purchase MacLeod, Minister of Tourism, Fraudsters offer discounted policies with the name of the cli- Culture and Sport, who attended insurance in exchange for pink ent. However, the policy will in- a local ceremony on Tuesday at slips that are invalid or forged clude incorrect information such the Nepean Sportsplex. leaving victims open to a high as unlisted high-risk drivers or “Volunteers give so much of degree of personal risk. Unfortu- the wrong address to obtain fa- themselves through their dedi- nately, victims aren’t often aware vorable rates – making it invalid cation and kindness. Their acts, of these risks until it’s too late. and worthless in a time of need. both large and small, are sometimes thankless, or go unac- knowledged. It’s important we do Province Increases Investments In Hospitals As take time to see what volunteers give to our communities day in and day out, like providing comfort to the sick, companionship Part Of Plan To End Hallway Health Care to the elderly, and coaching and TORONTO: Ontario is tak- long-standing issues with how health care;Address sector chal- mentoring youth. They make On- ing further action to end hallway hospitals are funded that disad- lenges and previous funding tario a place we are proud to call health care by making increased vantaged small- and medium- model inequities; home, and that’s why we recog- investments in the province’s sized hospitals. We have listened Promote the sustainability of nize them every year.” hospitals. to patients, frontline staff and key hospital operations; and Protect The Ontario Volunteer Service Christine Elliott, Deputy Pre- stakeholders to determine how existing core services in commu- Awards recognize individuals for mier and Minister of Health, was we can fix historical inequities nities across the province. continuous years of volunteer on Thursday joined by Robin to provide financial stability and “The ministry is committed to service at organizations such as Martin, Parliamentary Assis- relief to hospitals, regardless of supporting an efficient and stable hospitals, seniors’ centres and tant to the Minister of Health, their size.” hospital system,” said Martin. community associations. From at Casey House to announce an This funding includes a prov- “This investment is another ex- September to November 2019, additional investment of $68 mil- ince-wide increase in funding of Christine Elliott ample of how Ontario is sup- volunteers will receive their lion to support small- and medi- one per cent for 66 small-sized porting high-quality and timely awards at local ceremonies across um-sized hospitals across On- hospitals, 1.5 per cent for 23 me- thony Dale, President and CEO access to health care, while deliv- the province. Volunteers contrib- tario with their unique situations dium-sized hospitals and target- of Ontario Hospital Association. ering on our commitment to end ute to a wide range of services, and funding challenges. This new ed funding to assist with unique “On behalf of these communi- hallway health care.” including supporting seniors and investment is on top of the $384 situations and historical funding ties throughout Ontario, we thank Through this investment, adults through Meals on Wheels, million more that Ontario’s hos- challenges. Minister Elliott. We look forward Casey House will receive an ad- building up communities through pitals received this year as part of “Over many years, the prov- to continuing to work with the ditional funding of $86,000 this local Lions Clubs, and more. the province’s 2019 budget. ince’s hospital funding method- government.” year. Ontario will invest $27 “By helping others, volunteers “Ontario has a comprehensive ology has significantly disadvan- This investment will: Help billion over the next 10 years in across Ontario are an inspiration plan to end hallway health care,” taged medium-sized hospitals ensure that Ontarians continue hospital infrastructure projects for us all,” said MacLeod. “I en- said Elliott. “Working with our and this has affected their sta- to have access to high-quality across Ontario, including adding courage all Ontarians to look to hospital partners, we are fixing bility in recent times,” said An- care;Help put an end to hallway 3,000 new hospital beds. them as an example.”

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Authorized by the ofﬁcial agent for Anita Anand. www.WeeklyVoice.com national Friday, October 18, 2019 | A-11 Seafood Fraud Common In Canada’s Cities: Study OTTAWA: More than 60 per curb conservation attempts. cent of seafood products tested Restaurant operators rely on at Montreal grocery stores and information received from sea- restaurants were mislabelled, ac- food processors and distribu- cording to an update of a study tors when labelling menu items, that tracks rates of fish food fraud wrote Marlee Wasser, a spokes- in Canada. woman for the industry group “The numbers reflect that this Restaurants Canada, in an email. is an ongoing problem,’’ said These businesses want more Sayara Thurston, a seafood fraud traceability so they can share “the campaigner with Oceana Canada, most accurate information,’’ she which conducted the investiga- said. tion. In July 2019, the organiza- Oceana Canada is continuing tion tested 90 samples from 50 its call for the federal govern- locations in Montreal and found ment to strengthen labelling re- that 61 per cent of seafood wasn’t quirements and boost traceability as advertised. based on these results. A commercial lab in Guelph, Three of Canada’s national po- Ont., used DNA barcoding to an- A seafood counter is shown at a store in Toronto. A new study found 61 per cent of seafood tested litical parties have included en- alyze the samples and determine at Montreal stores and restaurants were mislabelled. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette hanced labelling of seafood prod- the identity of each species. It ucts into their federal election found 31 products were a differ- highest rate of mislabelling at 67 ularly problematic there because The Montreal investigation platforms. ent species than was claimed, 21 per cent, while Vancouver’s was of a complicated supply chain. found that 16 per cent of the fish The Liberal party promises to were mislabelled and three con- the lowest at 26 per cent. Some companies have even start- was substituted with other spe- create new rules for tracing and tained species not authorized for “The truth is that no amount of ed developing at-home test kits to cies. Butterfish or albacore tuna labelling these goods, with a so- sale in the country. mislabelling, no amount of fraud help conscious consumers deter- was found to be replaced with es- called boat-to-late traceability The results, when combined is acceptable,’’ she said. “And so, mine if they’ve been duped, for colar, which can cause diarrhoea, program. The NDP also says it with previous investigations it’s very problematic to see these example, into purchasing farmed vomiting and nausea, and is will implement a boat-to-plate since 2017, found 47 per cent of numbers.’’ rather than wild salmon. banned from being sold in some system and stronger labelling the 472 fish samples to date were Seafood fraud includes swap- This type of fraud also presents countries. rules. mislabelled in Montreal, Victo- ping cheaper fish and passing a potential health risk with con- Seafood fraud also hurts con- The Conservatives say they ria, Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa them off as more expensive fil- sumers possibly exposed “to par- sumers economically when will “work with industry to de- and Halifax. lets, or putting false, incomplete asites, allergens, contaminants, lower-cost fish are swapped with velop a strategy’’ to prevent fraud A 2018 report found a misla- or misleading information on a aquaculture drugs and pesticides more-expensive varieties. It can and mislabelling. The Green Par- belling rate of 44 per cent in data label. used in industrial farming opera- create the impression that some ty platform includes promises re- from five of the cities, excluding Food fraud is not limited to tions, or natural toxins found in fish are more abundantly -avail lating to seafood but no mention Montreal. Victoria clocked in the the seafood industry, but is partic- certain species,’’ the report said. able and undermine efforts to of mislabelling. ‘Mammothon’ Blitz Now On To Fight Breast Cancer Mississauga: The breast as a group. 14 OBSP sites in the and Woodbridge. The MHCW cancer screening rate in the Mis- region are participating. Regional Cancer Program is one sissauga Halton Central West No doctor referral is required of 13 Regional Cancer Programs LHINs sits below the provincial if you are between the ages of created by Cancer Care Ontario average at 62 per cent. 50-74 and it’s free. For a list of to ensure cancer care is delivered This month, local Ontario participating locations and eligi- according to province-wide qual- Breast Cancer Screening Pro- bility details, visit mammothon. ity standards. gram (OBSP) imaging sites are ca or mhcwcancer.ca. The MHCW Regional Cancer encouraging women between the About The Mississauga Hal- Program delivers cancer services ages of 50-74 with no symptoms, ton Central West Regional Can- through its partner hospitals: to book an appointment during cer Program: Halton Healthcare, Headwaters Mammothon, a two-week blitz The Mississauga Halton Cen- Health Care Centre, Trillium aimed at providing mammo- tral West (MHCW) Regional Health Partners and William Os- grams to women who have never A radiologist uses a magnifying glass to check mammograms in Cancer Program oversees the ler Health System. been screened. Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File) delivery and quality of cancer Aligned with Cancer Care On- “A simple mammogram can services for residents of both the tario’s Ontario Cancer Plan, the detect breast cancers early, when Family members and caregiv- screening out of fear or because Central West and Mississauga MHCW Regional Cancer Pro- they are small, less likely to have ers are encouraged to remind their of a lack of time by creating a Halton LHINs – including South gram is dedicated to delivering spread and more likely to be loved ones about the importance celebratory atmosphere and mak- Etobicoke, Mississauga, Halton the highest quality, compassion- treated successfully,” says Dr. Al- of regular screening. During ing some walk-in appointments Hills, Oakville, Milton, George- ate, patient-centred cancer care exandra Ginty, Regional Primary Mammothon, participating sites available. Mammothon is a great town, Bolton, Brampton, Cale- and treatment that is designed to Care Lead, Cancer Care (Missis- make it easier and more relaxing opportunity for women to come don, Dufferin County, Malton, improve patient outcomes and re- sauga Halton). for women who may have put off together to access these services Orangeville, Rexdale, Shelburne duce the burden of cancer. SONIA BRAMPTON RE-ELECTSIDHU SOUTH This election is about you.

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Authorized by the Official Agent for Sonia Sidhu. A-12 | Friday, October 18, 2019 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Kartarpur Corridor To Be Ready On October 31 Dera Baba Nanak (Pun- Thereafter, the LPAI chief said, jab): The work on the much- 5,000 pilgrims will be able to anticipated Kartarpur Corridor visit the gurdwara every day and for Indian pilgrims to visit the their visit would be completed in revered Sikh shrine across the same day. border in Pakistan is expected to “The entire concept is that the be completed by the end of this pilgrims would cross over the month and online registration for same day and return the same day. the pilgrimage will begin from The exact hours under which they Sunday. will go over and return would be Land Ports Authority of India worked out. It will be a one day (LPAI) Chairman Govind Mo- visit and they will have to return han confirmed the completion the same day.” of work to IANS from ground Over Pakistan seeking $20 zero of the construction site at service charge from each visi- Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab’s tor using the Kartarpur Corridor, Gurdaspur district. Construction Mohan said a Joint Secretary of the 4.2 km-long corridor will level officer from the Ministry of be completed by October 31, a The revered Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara in Narowal in Pakistan. - IANS Home Affairs are in the talks with week before the celebrations to Pakistani counterparts to resolve mark the 550th birth anniversary for visiting the historic gurd- Sahib Gurdwara to pay obei- of the Kartarpur Corridor on No- the issue. of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak wara through a website that was sance, he added. vember 9. On the question of sudden rush Dev, he said. launched recently. To a query, the officer clari- The delegation that will ac- in Pakistan side after the cor- The Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara “We are expected to sign a fied that visa will not be required company the Chief Minister ridor is opened for the pilgrims, in Narowal district of Pakistan’s Memorandum of Understanding but the visitors need to get them- to the historic gurdwara would Mohan said Indian side, led by a Punjab province, located 4.5 km (MoU) between India and Paki- selves registered online at least a comprise all the 117 state legisla- Joint Secretary, is in continuous from the border near Dera Baba stan before October 20. From Oc- month ahead of their visit. tors, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha touch with neighbouring side and Nanak, is highly revered among tober 20, pilgrims can register at The corridor is expected to be MPs from Punjab, Shiromani an agreement was done earlier Sikhs as it was the place where online portal,” said Mohan, who inaugurated on November 8 and Gurudwara Parbandhak Commit- for the visit of 5,000 pilgrims per Guru Nanak spent 18 years of his is also an Additional Secretary in Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder tee (SGPC) members, as well as day. life and is his final resting place. Ministry of Home Affairs. Singh is to lead an all-party del- members of the Sant Samaj and “It is our expectation that Paki- Mohan said that pilgrims can A passport is a must for devo- egation across the border to Kar- representatives of each recog- stan will be able to absorb and ca- apply online from October 20 tees from India visiting Kartarpur tarpur Sahib on the opening day nised political party in the state. ter to that number,” he said. India Gifts Two Attack Stubble Burning In Punjab Helicopters To Afghanistan New Delhi: India handed over two Mi Kabul-based news channel Tolo News re- 24V gunship helicopters to Afghanistan at a ported that the handover took place at a mili- ceremony held in Kabul on Tuesday. The at- tary airport in Afghanistan. tack chopper, which is also capable of low- The news channel quoted the Indian am- capacity troop transport, was handed over to bassador as saying: “The Afghan National Afghanistan’s Defence Minister Asadullah Defense Security Forces (have made a) stel- Khalid by India’s Ambassador Vinay Ku- lar effort to provide an umbrella of secu- mar. rity to achieve shared and common values Sources said these helicopters are meant against cross-border terrorism and internal as replacement for four helicopters that had threats.” earlier been gifted by India to Afghanistan in The Afghan Air Force is scheduled to re- the year 2015-16. ceive 150 new MD530 F Cayuse Warrior “Amb Vinay Kumar @vkumar1969 con- light attack helicopters by 2022 that will gratulated the AAF on the Mi-24V induction take the total number of choppers of this and wished them success. H.E Asadullah make operated by the Afghan National Se- Khalid thanked India for its support,” tweet- curity and Defense Forces to almost 180, as A farmer burning paddy stubble in a field in Amritsar, India, Oct. 16, 2019. ed the Indian embassy in Afghanistan. per the news channel. The Indian capital New Delih’s air quality levels have plunged to “poor,” a day after the government initiated stricter measures to fight chronic air pollution. The Central Pollution Control Board’s air quality index for New Delhi stood at 299 on Wednesday, about six times the recommended level. (AP Photo) Modi Sets Record With 30 Million Followers • RE-ELECT • On Instagram Platform New Delhi: After being one of the Working President J.P. Nadda. RAMESH most followed leaders on Twitter, Prime In September, Modi’s Twitter follower Minister Narendra Modi’s popularity has count crossed 50 million. He is at second also surged on Instagram, way ahead of place on the micro-blogging platform, other global leaders. Modi is the most just behind Trump who has 65.7 million SANGHA followed world leader on this platform Twitter followers. Obama is the most with 30 million people following his Ins- popular political leader on Twitter, with BRAMPTON CENTRE tagram account. 109 million followers. On Instagram, he is ahead of US Presi- Modi who has been a constant user dent Donald Trump as well as former US of the the micro-blogging platform ever President Barack Obama. Modi is also since his days as the Chief Minister of the only world leader to reach the 30 mil- Gujarat. He has off late taken keen inter- lion followers’ milestone. est in sharing photos and videos on Ins- “PM @NarendraModi crosses 30 mil- tagram as well. His Facebook page has lion followers on Instagram. He is the over 44 million likes. election day is most followed world leader on Instagram Modi has his own YouTube channel as ahead of US President Trump as well as well. It has 3.5 million subscribers while former US President Obama. This is yet his profile on LinkedIn, a social scape for another testament to his popularity and professionals, has over three million fol- Monday, connect with the youth,” tweeted BJP’s lowers. October 21, 2019 Sikhs Mark 485th Birth 9:30 am — 9:30 pm Anniversary Of Guru Ram Das BE A LIBERAL VOTER questions? need a ride? want toQuesti help?ons? 905.615.8591Need a Ride? [email protected] 1000 SteelWaes Avne tE to help? Brampton, ON l6t 1a1 Authorized by the official agent for Ramesh Sangha

Amritsar: Sikh devotees pay obeisance at the Golden Temple on the 485th birth anniversary of the fourth Sikh Master, Guru Ram Das in Amritsar on Oct 15, 2019. (Photo: IANS) www.WeeklyVoice.com India/community Friday, October 18, 2019 | A-13 Ayodhya Settlement Needed, Not Judgement Says Sunni Board New Delhi: A representa- said: “The terms of settlement are the first round failed to ensure the Board in 2011 -- the main law- area in exchange for any other site tive of the UP Sunni Waqf Board such that no party will be disap- parties in reaching an amicable suit and the Ram Lalla lawsuit. in Ayodhya. “ The mediation pan- said some of the parties involved pointed, and we urge the other resolution. The apex court began Rizvi said the court-appointed el has made a tremendous achiev- in the Ayodhya title dispute have parties (Ram Lalla Virajman and daily hearing in the case on Au- mediation panel had filed a report ment by coming out with a reso- reached a settlement, which will Nirmohi Akhara) to shun differ- gust 6. The second round of me- in the apex court based on terms lution. Now, the apex court will ensure a “win-win situation for ences and join us in resolving this diation was initiated at the behest and conditions on which the par- decide on the settlement filed on both sides and there will not be age-old dispute.” of Muslim parties, in the middle ties agreed. court’s direction,” added Rizvi. any need for judgment”. The Board is one of the most of September. He, however, refused to di- The Nirmohi Akhara has rub- A five-judge of the Supreme prominent stakeholder in the case Rizvi insisted that the dispute vulge the details on the nature of bished the claims on media- Court, led by Chief Justice Ran- from the Muslim side. There are of this nature does not need a terms and conditions agreed be- tion. “Why were they (the Waqf jan Gogoi, had on Wednesday also other Muslim parties in- judgement, and that a settlement tween the parties which include Board) waiting for the judgement reserved its judgment in the case volved in the case including ap- is the best resolution. However, the Waqf Board, Nirvani Akhara to be reserved. They should have after a marathon 40-day hearing. peals filed in personal capacity. counsel representing the Board in and three other Hindu parties. come to the court and agreed for Advocate Shahid Rizvi, speak- Ram Lalla and the Nirmohi the top court have refused to com- He also refused to comment if the title of dispute site in favour ing on behalf of Waqf Board Akhara did not participate in the ment on the nature of settlement. the Board has expressed willing- of us,” spokesman Kartick Cho- Chairman Zufar Ahmad Farooqui, second round of mediation after Two appeals were been filed by ness to part with the Babri Masjid pra, said. Indian Economist At MIT UPICA Holds ‘Diwali Dhamaka’ & Wife Win Nobel Prize

Esther Duflo, left, and Abhijit Banerjee at Massachusetts Insti- tute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass., Monday, Oct. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) STOCKHOLM: Two research- field experiments - something Uttar Pradeshies of Canada with a houseful audience enjoy- Canada Chamber of Commerce ers from the Massachusetts In- like pharmaceutical companies’ (hailing from the northern In- ing themselves. and Sudhir Anand, President of stitute of Technology and a third drug tests - that generate practical dian state of Uttar Pradesh) held Chief guest at the event was the Indo-Canada Harmony Fo- from Harvard University won insights into how poor people re- a ‘Diwali Damakha’ at the Pearl Apoorva Srivastava, the new rum. Sanjeev Malik of of UPICA the 2019 Nobel Prize in econom- spond to educational, health care Banquet Hall in Mississauga on Consul-General for India in To- welcomed the guests and present- ics on Monday for groundbreak- and other programs meant to lift Saturday, October 12. ronto. ed plaques to sponsors and well- ing research into what works and them out of poverty. The evening of song, dance and Other guest included Pramod wishers. Emcee for the evening what doesn’t in the fight to reduce Banerjee frequently returns food was a tremendous success Goyal, President of the Indo- was Ayesha Raizada. global poverty. to India to contribute to the work The $918,000 cash award went of the Poverty Action Lab, an in- to MIT’s Abhijit Banerjee and Es- ternational research centre he and ther Duflo and Harvard’s Michael Duflo co-founded in 2003. Kremer. The 46-year-old Duflo is Banerjee this year advised In- the youngest ever to win the prize dia’s opposition party, the Con- and only the second woman, after gress, ahead of national elections Elinor Ostrom in 2009. The three in May about offering financial winners have worked together. aid to the poor. Prime Minister They revolutionized develop- Narendra Modi congratulated Ba- mental economics by pioneering nerjee in a post on Twitter. Thousands Throng ‘Diwali RazzMatazz’ Celebrations

Mississauga: More than 500 aritsts, performers and Bol- lywood headliners delighted thousands of people last week at the Mississauga Celebration Square as part of the ‘Diwali RazzMatazz’ organized by www. diwalirazzmatazz.com. There were big-screen movies, a Diwali bazaar, musical concerts, dance performances, sculpture display, silent disco and assorted food vendors at the free event. Stars at the event included Nargis Fakhri, Jasbir Jassi, Singer Shan and Dandiya led by Nilesh Parmar. A ticketed performance at the Living Arts Centre by Shan - titled ‘Shan - Love In Concert’ was one of the highlights of the celebrations, with Shan and his group presenting a high-octane show for about three hours. VISITORS, On October 26, Bollywood singer Nitin Mukesh will be performing with full orchestra at Davinder Singh Queen Victoria Park in Niagara Call For Honest Advice Falls in the evening. The celebra- MONTHLY & ANNUAL PLANS - HARD TO BEAT OUR PREMIUMS tions will conclude with a Diwali fireworks show at the park after the concert. SUPER VISA INSURANCE A-14 | Friday, October 18, 2019 community www.WeeklyVoice.com MiWay Acts on Climate Change with Hybrid Buses MISSISSAUGA: MiWay has structure options for future elec- announced the introduction of 10 trification of transit new, next-generation hybrid- • Developing a strategy for electric buses that are convertible zero-emissions vehicles to full battery power. These bus- “We’re preparing for the fu- es are unique in the MiWay fleet ture with the City’s first compre- and help to advance the City of hensive Climate Change Action Mississauga’s commitment to ad- Plan, which is currently out for dress climate change. public input. It identifies actions “We know that climate change to be taken over the next 10 years is real, it’s here and it’s affect- to decrease greenhouse gases and ing our city,” said Mayor Bonnie help the city adapt to a changing Crombie. “Greening our transit climate,” said Jodi Robillos, Di- fleet is one way that our city is rector, Parks, Forestry & Envi- taking meaningful action to re- ronment. duce our carbon footprint. We “The purchase of these second- will continue to apply a climate generation hybrid buses helps to lens on everything we do to en- advance sustainable transporta- sure that we can achieve an 80 tion – an important priority out- per cent reduction in emissions cent fuel savings maintenance costs toring further changes in tech- lined in our Plan.” by 2050. We can’t afford not to • All-drive control mecha- “These new buses are a key nology to inform future bus pur- The final draft Climate Change act. We owe it to the next genera- nisms and battery storage sys- step on the road to electrifica- chases.” Action Plan will be presented to tion.” tems that are mounted on the roof tion for the MiWay fleet,” said The draft Climate Change Ac- Mayor and Members of Council Features of MiWay’s next-gen- • “Plug and play” components, Geoff Marinoff, Director, Transit. tion Plan includes a number of by the end of 2019 for approv- eration hybrid buses: helping to simplify the mainte- “They are more fuel-efficient and actions related to low emissions al. For more information on the • Start-stop engine technology nance process can be converted to run on full mobility including: draft plan, please visit theclimat- that shuts down the engine while • reduced number of drive battery power, further reducing • replacing the transit bus echangeproject.ca; for more in- stopped at bus stops and automat- belts from four to one, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We’ll fleet with low or zero-emission formation on the hybrid-electric ically restarts when the brake is the potential of breakdowns on be evaluating how these buses vehicles buses, visit miway.ca/nextgen- released – achieving up to 25 per the road and lowering overall perform in our system and moni- • Assessing charging infra- hybrid. Diwali Market Brings Festival Of Lights To Square One MISSISSAUGA: From Oc- of giving associated with Diwali, hope that the market sparks giv- on Level Two inside Square One, tober 19) at 1:00 p.m. featuring tober 17 to October 20, 2019, attendees are asked to donate a ing and generosity in the commu- across from H&M. an in-depth and engaging discus- Culture Market Co., a company non-perishable food item to Seva nity, underscoring the spreading The Diwali Market is featur- sion by: focused on creating culturally-in- Food Bank upon entering the of light that Diwali is known for.” ing a list of carefully curated • raj Girn, Award-Winning spired events and expos celebrat- market to help build stock for the “Square One is committed to vendors representing some of the Serial Entrepreneur and Founder/ ing ethnic customs and traditions, coming winter season. creating exceptional, first-of-its- most notable South Asian food, Media Personality, ANOKHI will host the first-ever Diwali “Culture Market Co. is dedi- kind experiences for our guests lifestyle, fashion, and beauty LIFE and OPEN CHEST Market at Square One. The mar- cated to driving meaningful con- and we are thrilled to host our brands, including Vasanti, Candy • Tamanna Roashan, Founder, ket is being held in support of nections through culture and we first-ever Diwali Market and Crate Events, Mani Jassal, Brars, Educator, Influencer, and Entre- Seva Food Bank, a not-for-profit are thrilled to be hosting Square bring another innovative, mean- Banglez, Served Co., and Poppy preneur, DRESS YOUR FACE organization in Mississauga that One’s first Diwali Market in sup- ingful moment to the shopping Lane. Special programming is • reetu Gupta, President and provides safe, nutritious, and cul- port of Seva Food Bank,” said centre,” said Catherine Llagas, scheduled throughout the market CEO, The Gupta Group and The turally appropriate food to low- Anita Saini, founder of Culture Specialty Leasing Manager, days, including live dance per- Eastons Group income families. Market Co. “Drawing from my Square One Shopping Centre. formances, henna art, and food The panel will discuss women The Diwali Market will bring upbringing as a first-generation “Diwali is a celebratory time of sampling. in business and entrepreneurship the Festival of Lights to life by Canadian in a Hindu household, year and it is important for us to Attendees can also look for- through the lens of South Asian creating a one-of-a-kind desti- my aim with this market is to de- embrace the rich cultural narra- ward to a star-studded panel enti- culture. Raj Girn said: “I’m nation where visitors will enjoy liver an immersive, fun, and in- tive of our community and bring tled How I Built My World Class pleased to moderate and take part a sampling of the food, fashion, teractive Diwali celebration that the Festival of Lights to Missis- Business Using Teachings From in a discussion with two extraor- beauty, dance, and traditions of showcases customs and traditions sauga.” My Culture hosted by ANOKHI dinary women who have been Diwali. To underscore the spirit that shoppers will truly enjoy. We The Diwali Market will be held LIFE on Saturday afternoon (Oc- able to shine in business.” Indian-American Appointed Head Of Oncology At Cleveland Clinic New Delhi: Jame Abraham on Tuesday was in- ducted as the head of the Hematology/Medical On- cology Department at the world-renowned Cleve- land Clinic in Ohio, US. Abraham -- M.D., F.A.C.P, who holds a medical degree from Calicut Medical College in Kerala, is well known in India and received an award from former President Pratibha Patil in 2010 for his contribu- tion to cancer care. He currently serves as the Direc- tor of the Breast Oncology Programme at Taussig Cancer Institute and co-director of the Cleveland Clinic Comprehensive Breast Cancer Programme and also a professor of medicine at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine.

“I look forward to building upon Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute’s position as a leader in hematology and medical oncology, delivering outstanding, compassionate patient care and innovative research,” said Abraham. As the national principal investigator of multiple breast cancer clinical trials, Dr. Abraham has pub- lished and presented more than 200 papers. He is also the founding editor of the Bethesda Handbook of Oncology (Wolter Kluwer), one of the best-selling oncology textbooks in the world. “Successfully leading our Hematology/Medical Oncology Department requires a leader who excels at empathy, fosters a culture of teamwork, demonstrates emotional intelligence and believes in the vision of our institute,” said Brian Bolwell, M.D., chairman of Taussig Cancer Institute. “Dr. Abraham represents these qualities and has exhibited a passion for department and caregiver development, and elevating our national reputation,” Bolwell added. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit mul- tispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research. www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, October 18, 2019 | A-15 Otf Grant Helps Reduce Isolation Among Seniors Mississauga : The 54-year old charitable organization Social Planning Council of Peel held an event for local seniors and invit- ed local MPP Deepak Anand and Dave Kentner, a volunteer with the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to hear how a $69,900 Seed grant from 2018 has made a difference. The year-long grant was used to pilot a program that would reduce social isolation among seniors living in Peel Region. “This investment by the On- tario Trillium Foundation to meet the needs of isolated seniors with healthy food programs and social connectedness was welcomed by many in our community,” said Deepak Anand, MPP for Missis- sauga-Malton. “There are many in the community who benefitted from this and it encouraged seniors to become more connected identification of social issues and in their community.” in the planning and implementa- Over the past year, participants tion of collaborative actions to were able to take part in work- address those issues. shops for “healthy food” that The Social Planning council is were designed exclusively for se- serving the community now for niors. The council organized 24 more than 54 years. The Social “healthy food” workshops for se- Planning Council is committed to niors in Mississauga, Brampton serve the seniors in Peel Region and Caledon. and iIf you wish to enquire about “Thanks to the grant of $69,900 our future events, please visit the from the Ontario Trillium Foun- website at: www.spcpeel.com or dation, over 900 seniors were call us at (905) 629-3044. able to attend these workshops, The Ontario Trillium Founda- reduce their isolation, and learn tion (OTF) is an agency of the about the healthy eating, as per Government of Ontario, and one the Canada Food Guide 2019. of Canada’s leading granting The Social Planning Council of foundations. Peel is an independent, non-profit OTF awarded $108 million to and charitable organization that 629 projects last year to build promotes social justice by facili- healthy and vibrant communities tating citizen participation in the in Ontario. Haryana Association Of North America Holds A Diwali Gala

BRAMPTON: The: Haryana Association of North The evening saw a celebration of Haryanvi culture fice bearers are: Chairman: Kuldeep Sharma; Vice- America celebrated 1st Diwali Gala Night at Court- with artists performing folk songs and dances, Punjabi Presidents:- Jitender Kaushik; Vidut Rana; and Ajay yard by Marriot in Brampton on Sunday 13th October. Bhangra & Gidhha, Children’s Bhangra, Bollywood Khanna The objective of the association was= to unite families dances and Hindi songs - all rounded up by delicious Chief Guests at the event were Raman Dua , CEO of whose roots are from Haryana and connect business- foods. Save Max and Sandeep Gupta, CEO of Aarti Group men who hail from the state for mutual benefit. The HANA president is Rajesh Vashisth. Other of- of Companies. ‘Young Leaders’ Group Hosting Youth Leadership Summit Mississauga: On Novem- - David Edwards, founder of ber 2nd, several leaders of our Bully-Be-Gone, will share how community will come together to accept, integrate, confront and in the single purpose of empow- resolve bullying events. ering our youth. Freedom Mal- “This event is for everyone in hotra, President of The Young the community. You don’t have Leaders, has organized this Youth to be a kid or parent to attend. If Leadership Summit in the hopes you are committed to being a bet- of inspiring kids to reach their ter person, you should come out. highest potential. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon There are many incredible of inspiration and learning,” says guest speakers lined up: Freedom Malhotra. Freedom Malhotra Vivek Mehmi - David Boyd Janes, Canada’s rising country music stars. Hav- ing recently landed a record contract with Warner Music, he will be sharing the importance of finding your passion and how “Thoughts Become Things.” - Sebastian Buitrago, stunt per- former for film and television, will be addressing how to Master Your Fears. - Arlene Paculan, TV host and musician, will be sharing how she battled through immense shyness to find her voice. - Martin Giles, Director of Quality for Armstrong Moving Inc., will share how the Japanese principles of Kaizen and Ikagai can dramatically improve your life. - Krishna Gelda, laboratory technician at the Public Health Agency of Canada, will share valuable tips on what zero-waste is, and how to become an eco- warrior. - Hip-hop musician, Vivek Mehmi, will speak to the importance of confronting and express- ing your more difficult emotions. A-16 | Friday, October 18, 2019 community www.WeeklyVoice.com ICHF Conducts ‘Diwali Poojan’ At Brampton City Hall

Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown with the ICHF Board Members Diwali prayers at Brampton City Hall Brampton: The Indo-Ca- nadian Harmony Forum (ICHF) held a Diwali Poojan at the Brampton City Hall that was attended by family and friends. The event was also graced by Bramp- ton Mayor, Patrick Brown; Re- gional Councillor Paul Vicente; Regional Councillor Gurpreet Dhillon and Councillor Jeff Bow- man along with other dignitaries. The event started with introduction to the Diwali festival, followed by an address by Sud- hir Anand, President of the ICHF. Anand said although the festival has been known as a predomi- nantly Hindu festival, it is also pooja at Brampton City Hall. celebrated by Jains, Sikhs and They said the themes of ‘victory Buddhists. of good over evil’ and ‘victory The colourful occasion saw of light over dark’ are associated several traditional dances where a with the festival. Therefore, it can number of artists presented their be celebrated by all communities. skills. Later the ICHF members The festival falls in the month lit lamps and performed Lakshmi of Karthik, according to Hindu pooja, recited prayers and sang calendar. According to the Grego- holy songs in unison. rian calendar, the festival comes After the conclusion of the in the months of either October prayers, everyone took blessings or November. Also referred to as from the holy flame and distrib- the festival of lights or Deepavali, uted sweets. Talking to Weekly Diwali celebrations have evolved Voice, the community members over the years and is considered commended the efforts of the auspicious to buy new goods dur- Mayor Patrick Brown holds a copy of The Weekly Voice. ICHF for holding the first Diwali ing the days preceding Diwali. 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The program started with an audience of 400 people, and while it ended there was a crowd of more than 10,000 being able to view it from their homes, ter- races and backyards. felt like Ayodhya was right here important event, celebrated in the and retells this epical story of the days of Navratri, and ends on the The Ramleela was directed by on the grounds of Hindu Sabha honour of Lord Ram. Ram Leela victory of good over evil. ... Ram tenth day when an effigy of Ra- Somya Mishra. The character or Temple. Ram Leela in India is an translates to Ram’s Leela (play), Leela is usually held on the nine vana is burnt. Lord Ram was played by Gaurav Pratap, Lakshman by Gautam Kanda, Sita By Somya Mishra, Meghnath by Anshul Srivastava.. and Ravan by Deep Shukla. The audience was very appreciative of the acting skills of Ravan, Ram, Laxman and Sita. Noted actress Dr. Smita Misra, from Gurgaon India played the role of Kausalya mata. The show included beautiful dances which were choreo- graphed by Priyanka Tripathi and Preet. At the end of the play, Purshuottam Ram, played by Gaurav Pratap shot an arrow at the massive 30 rt Ravan made by the Hindu Sabha Mandir. While the audience witnessed the amazing fireworks arranged by the mandir they also were seen click- ing pictures with actors and it Mississauga Scores High 96-Year-Old Held In Sex Assault Case Region of Peel– Investigators from pect went to the same store and asked an- the Special Victims Unit have arrested and other employee for help in trying on a shirt. charged a 96-year-old man in relation to a While the victim, a 27 year-old woman In ‘Overall Quality sex assault investigation in Brampton. from Brampton, was assisting the suspect, In September of 2018, the suspect at- he sexually assaulted her. On Sunday, Oc- tended a store in the area of Steeles Avenue tober 6, 2019 the man from Brampton was and Highway 410 in Brampton. He asked arrested and charged with two counts of Of Life’ Citizen’s Survey an employee, a 19 year-old woman from Sexual Assault. He was released with a fu- Brampton, to assist him with trying on a ture court date. MISSISSAUGA: The City of Mis- This information helps to inform busi- shirt. When the victim refused, the suspect Anyone with information is asked to call sissauga received high scores from ness planning activities. sexually assaulted her. The incident was not the Special Victim’s Unit at (905) 453– residents for their overall quality of life “These results help inform the City’s reported to police at the time. 2121, ext. 3460 or Peel Crime Stoppers at according to the 2019 Citizen Satisfac- direction and work to complement the On Tuesday, October 1, 2019, the sus- 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) . tion Survey. The results are based on re- overall goal of improving and sustaining sponses of over 1,100 randomly selected the quality of life for residents. Based Mississauga residents that were 18 years on this year’s survey results, affordable of age or older. housing, transportation, the economy, The survey results showed 89 per cent environment and safety are all priorities 40th Anniversary of citizens rated their quality of life in that are top of mind for our residents,” the city as excellent or good, while 81 said Janice Baker, City Manager and per cent of citizens are satisfied with the Chief Administrative Officer. “The re- programs and services provided by the sults also help the City make strategic City. The survey gives residents a plat- investments, adapt to changing environ- form to share, voice and measure their ments and plan for the future.” satisfaction with municipal services, city Key findings include: operations, customer service and service • 92 per cent of citizens are satisfied delivery. This year’s survey maintains a with the job the City is doing to protect consistent and positive trend of strong re- the environment sults indicating that residents recognize • 90 per cent of citizens feel Missis- that the City is responsive in meeting sauga is an open and welcoming commu- their daily needs. nity “As Mayor of a diverse and flourishing • 89 per cent of citizens rate their qual- October 24 – November 3, 2019 city, I’m pleased to know that our citizen ity of life in Mississauga as excellent or satisfaction rates remain very strong and good that our residents are proud to say they • 88 per cent of citizens say they are Dastaan: Partition & Displacement are from Mississauga,” said Mayor Bon- proud to say they are from Mississauga nie Crombie. “This demonstrates that • 82 per cent of citizens indicated they we’re making the right decisions, along felt Mississauga’s diversity is one of its Sunday, October 27, 12pm with investing in services and amenities strengths Harbourfront Centre | 235 Queens Quay W. that not only meet the needs of our resi- • 72 per cent of citizens are satisfied dents but ensure they enjoy a quality of with the City’s municipal government life second to none.” The 2019 Citizen Satisfaction Survey Join us for a discussion featuring Council and City staff use the find- was performed by Forum Research Inc. ings of the survey to better understand on behalf of the City. 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Los Angeles: Indo-Aus- tralian Satya Prakash Choud- hary’s directorial debut “The Last Koan” is having its world premiere at Chelsea Film Festival 2019 in New York. The thriller is featured in the World Cinema category and is the only Indian film at the festival this year which runs until October 20. Followed by the world premiere, “The Last Koan” will also be showcased at World Cinema Milan on December 4, where it is nominated in several categories. The film features Sahidur Ra- haman, Chandra Sekhar Dutta, Jitender Hooda and others. It is shot in Bengal, in remote areas of Darjeeling district. The film revolves around a writer who has unresolved issues with his dead mother, and a woman who has mixed up identities. Hotstar To

Niharica Is Gung-Ho Over ‘Sooryavanshi’ Launch Films Niharica Raizada, who will next be seen in the so happy to be a part of ‘Sooryavanshi’, I think this Akshay Kumar-Katrina Kaif starrer “Sooryavanshi”, film will be a gamechanger for (the film’s director) Mumbai: Streaming giant Hotstar will be foraying into has said that the cop-action drama will be a Rohit Shetty, his team and for me as well,” said movies under its label Hotstar gamechanger for her, adding that she learned a lot Niharica. Specials, starting off with Vinay while shooting for the film and it has helped her to The actress is reportedly playing role of an ATS Pathak’s “Chhappad Phaad Ke”. grow as an actor. officer in the film. She said: “I have gone through After bold and authentic sto- ”I feel Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif are two extensive physical training to look my part. Ihave ries, the label is now ready to very good looking people and their presence on also attended reading and other workshops to get launch exclusive films with an screen is what makes everyone’s mouth drop. I am into skin of my character.” aim to showcase the best of In- dia’s storytelling. The movies will steer away from set formats and present unconventional non- Big B - Actor To Wise Man ‘Dr. Foster’ In Hindi Soon formulaic stories by new and Los Angeles: The popular BBC thriller “Doc- promising filmmakers. tor Foster” will soon get an Indian makeover, to be “At Hotstar, it has been our directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia along with Aijza Khan constant endeavour to create “Doctor Foster” will be remade in India following meaningful and thought-provok- the sale of the scripted format to streaming platform ing content,” said Varun Narang, Hotstar Specials, reports variety.com. Disney-owned Chief Product Officer at Hotstar. Hotstar has collaborated with BBC Studios to adapt “With the latest addition of the series for the Indian audience. The yet-untitled digital-first films to our Hotstar show will be launched on Hotstar later this year. Specials’ label, movie lovers will The deal is the latest in a number of BBC dramas to now be able to enjoy high concept be adapted for the Indian market, including “Luther” stories - anytime, anywhere,” Na- and “Criminal Justice”. rang added. Filmdom Icon Rekha Turns 65 Mumbai: Veteran actress Rekha might not be active on social media but that didn’t stop her fans and admirers from celebrating her 65th birthday in the virtual world. Rekha, who is considered to be one of the most loved actresses of Bollywood and “We should learn to appreciate what industry. The metamorphosis observed an eternal beauty, turned 65 on October 10. we have, before time makes us appre- above has been significant, aided by in- Celebrities and social media users took out ciate what we had,” tweeted Amitabh telligent branding and PR. time to send their good wishes. Bachchan earlier this week. The post Back in the heydays of the seventies Actress Aditi Rao Hydari posted on Ins- on the social media site, meticulously and the eighties, Big B was a messiah on tagram: “Happy birthday forever beautiful catalogued T-3312 and duly explained in the big screen -- an intense action hero #Rekhaji”. Hindi as all his tweets always are, really who took upon a corrupt system single- Writer-director Shagufta Rafique also defines what the Bollywood icons image handedly in films like “Zanjeer” and wished Rekha on her birthday. She tweeted: has been all about in recent times. “Shahenshah” to the avenging antihero “Rekhaji is 65! I was 5 when I saw ‘Sawan Turning 77 on October 11, without of “Deewar” and Trishul.” Bhadon’ n birthday girl was 16... But I still showing any sign of slowing down, the The smalltown youth identified with like the old Rekhaji of the 70s... #Happy- tweet is one of numerous that he regu- the angst of his popular screen avatar. birthday Diva.” Manisha Koirala wrote: “Happy birthday larly doles out. Angry young man Vijay thrived. dear #Rekhaji you’re an epitome of grace, Amitabh Bachchan’s image as a cyber Nearly two decades later, when Big B beauty, intelligence and talent... We adore philosopher is in sync with the other big took the host’s seat on KBC, that script you!” role that has buoyed his superstardom was lost. The angry young man had Kangana Ranaut’s team took to Instagram over the recent years -- as quizmaster par been yanked off the popular charts by and Twitter to wish Rekha on her special excellence on “Kaun Banega Crorepati” Shah Rukh Khan’s NRI loverboy. An day. “When good vibes attract like-minded Rekha entered showbiz as a child artist in (KBC). Far removed from the brooding, aged Bachchan looked for a way to reaf- people. During one meeting, #Rekha ji told the 1966 Telugu film “Rangula Ratnama”. intense and often street-smart on-screen firm mass connect. That was where TV #Kangana that if she ever had a daugh- She went on to do projects such as “Namak persona of his heydays, Big B -- as indus- helped. Over 11 seasons since its incep- ter, she would be like her! Here’s wish- Haraam”, “Nagin”, “Jaani Dushman”, “Mr. try and fans alike love to call him -- has tion in 2000 -- and barring the odd ones ing #KanganaRanaut’s godmother Rekha Natwarlal”, “Silsila”, “Ijaazat”, “Umrao now acquired the benevolent disposition that were not hosted by him -- Big B has ma’am a very happy birthday.” . Jaan”, “Khoon Bhari Maang”, “Zubeidaa”, of a public figure who has the experience played the charming host. . One Twitter user wrote: “She’s an epit- “Bhoot”, and “Koi... Mil Gaya”. and wisdom of life to share. Importantly, the show redefined Am- ome of beauty, elegance. Her acting made There’s an enigmatic, beautiful and re- The angry young man of the big screen itabh Bachchan as a brand, too. By the everyone laugh, cry, and her dance make as served aura around her personality. When has morphed into the wise old man of all late 1990s, his best acts in Bollywood, crazy. The Ageing Diva. She has class. She not working, she fiercely guards her person- screens small. That, in essence, under- have been in strong character roles. - sets a wonderful example for girls, while al life. Her love life has always under scru- lines the secret to what sustains Amitabh from “Mohabbatein” in 2000 to “Badla.” another wrote: “Inspiration and idol of ev- tiny, but she has never addressed it openly. Bachchan’s spectacular career graph Back in the 1970s, he used it to spew ery woman in general. 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Mumbai: Actor Ajay Devgn says “While preparing for #Tanhaji, I Tanaji Malusare, unsung warrior of he learnt many things about the glori- learnt many things about the glorious glorious Indian history and the military ous Marathi history while prepping for Maratha history. I also came across this leader in the army of Chatrapati Shiv- What was the screen his upcoming film “Tanhaji”. brave story of motherhood. It gives me aji Maharaj, founder of the Maratha Ajay on Sunday took to Twitter, immense pleasure in sharing ‘Hirkani’ Empire. Ajay will also be seen in the name of Mumtaz Jehan where he shared the trailer of “Hir- trailer.” biopic “Maidaan”, where he essays kani”, an upcoming Marathi historical “Tanhaji” is an upcoming biographi- football legend Syed Abdul Rahim. He Begum Dehlavi? period drama film directed by Prasad cal period drama which also stars Ka- also has the comedy “Turram Khan” Oak. jol. Set in the 17th century, the Om and the war drama “Bhuj: The Pride Of Email to: [email protected] He wrote alongside the video: Raut directorial is based on the life of India” coming up. All eligible entries must reach us by 3:00 pm, October 23, 2019. Please include your name and valid Huma In LA ‘New Wave Actors List’ daytime contact phone number. Los Angeles: Actress Huma WINNING ANSWER TO Qureshi, who is currently shooting for an international project titled, “The Which film was Army of the Dead”, has earned a name in the eNew Wave Actors List in Los Angeles. Hema Malini’s The list was released by Film Inde- pendent, an organisation that recognizes directorial debut? diverse performances and highlights those individuals who deserve recogni- ANSWER tion in Hollywood. The announcement is an industry rec- ‘Dil Aashna Hai’ ognition for Huma’s impactful performance in her most recent Netflix series, This Week’s Winners! “Leila”. On receiving the honour, Huma said: 1. Tushar Gauswami “I feel humbled to be recognised by Film Independent - a body that I have 2. Sanket Bhamare always admired for their incredible en- couragement towards distinctive work Winners MUST pick up to that.” The ceremony will be held at in entertainment around the world. It’s ways... I am grateful for Deepa’s belief their tickets from the Voice Office in me and Netflix’s belief in diverse The Museum Of Contemporary Art in so heartening to find my name along- in Mississauga side powerhouse performers like Asante stories. As an actor, I always strive to Los Angeles, following which Huma Blackk (‘When They See Us’) be able to communicate with people will actively be participating on a panel Call:905-795-0639 “’Leila’ has been special in so many around the world - and this is testament showcasing global cinema.

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There is a sense of inevi- trademark, understated perfor- forget a box of tissues. Sky, pink tability about the story, given its mance. He seems more at home or white -- take your pick in co- theme. And if this is overall a tale than Priyanka in imbibing the lour but the tissues are a must, of despair, Bose struggles to find various phases of his protago- more than cola and corn. “The ways to alter that mood as the nist’s character. Sky Is Pink”, Shonali Bose’s narrative flows. Stray, half-heart- If “The Sky Is Pink” aimed at most commercial film yet, rides ed attempts at humour flit past, as being a slightly different brand of exaggerated sentimentalism Aisha narrates the story. She in- mawkish melodrama, the film’s With a star cast and budget lywood mainstream, “The Sky Is al, box-office compatible melo- forms us, for instance, with a wry music team (Pritam’s tunes on bigger than Bose’s past efforts - Pink” registers itself as one of the drama. note how her death has left Aditi Gulzar’s lyrics) is effective. The “Amu” and “Margarita With A more sensitive attempts released The story is narrated through and Niren’s sex life in a mess. film has only two songs - “Dil hi Straw” - all of the above would this year. Much of that quality the voice of Aisha Chaudhary The mother’s determined attempt toh hai” and “Zindagi” - and both make perfect sense. You can’t owes itself to an overwhelming (Zaira Wasim) who, we under- to hook Ayesha up with a dishy numbers have been adequately possibly settle for anything less true story on which the screen- stand right at the start, is dead. boy she has a crush on also makes created and utilised within the mainstream as a director with Pri- play is based. Aisha’s narrative introduces us to for comic relief. screenplay. yanka Chopra starring in and co- The problem is the creative her mother Aditi (Priyanka), who The film scores on two counts, For all its flaws, “The Sky Is producing your film. Bose’s Sky crew does not seem in the mood the girl lovingly calls Moose, and primarily. Despite being a maud- Pink” works for the simple moral was always meant to be Pink with to craft a nuanced plot. Rather, her father Niren (Farhan Akhtar), lin shot at storytelling, it is never science lesson it leaves behind: pop cinema formulae rather than writer-director Bose and her co- who is Panda to her. Aisha has loses focus from what it intends Your loved ones matter most. emerge as an effort that explores scripters (Juhi Chaturvedi and an older brother Ishaan (Rohit to do to its target audience. “The Come to think of it, nothing re- finer aesthetics. Nilesh Maniyar) seem more in- Saraf), dubbed Giraffe for his Sky Is Pink” is credibly written gales the true-blue Bollywood Still, within the gamut of Bol- terested in fashioning a function- lanky frame. We also learn Aditi and executed to that effect. buff than that sort of a message. Ekta: Can’t Give Life’s Vahbiz Sheds 13 Kg For Web Series Mumbai: Actress Vahbiz Dorabjee has lost 13 kilos for her Remote To Anyone role in a new web series. Mumbai: Producer Ekta Ka- “I have always maintained a fit poor, who is gearing up for the re- lifestyle and hence working out lease of her next production “Fit- has been a core part of my daily trat”, opened up on her personal life. Recently I was also trying out life saying that she can’t give the intermittent fasting. Yoga, regular remote of her life to anyone else. walks, etc have also been a part of She also added that she is in a my daily routine, not only to lose happy space and she doesn’t un- weight rather to be be healthy and derstand how marriage is consid- fit,” Vahbiz said. ered the only thing for personal Last week, she teased her fans happiness. on Instagram about the project. Ekta Kapoor was interacting “They say when you really with with the media at the trailer launch your heart manifest something, of “Fittrat” along with cast mem- the entire universe conspires to bers Krystle D’souza, Anushka make it happen (yes, as filmy as Ranjan, Aditya Seal and the it sounds)! But yes, my eyes had show’s director Santosh Singh on seen a dream, one which I had Wednesday in Mumbai. been working towards and I can Ekta Kapoor has made her mark in life?’ I don’t understand how finally see myself inching towards as one of the leading producers much should I achieve more to it! #Excited #NewBeginnings in film, television and the digital feel settled down. I think it’s con- #AnnouncementComingSoon,” platform. Asked if there was any sidered that women have to find she wrote. point in her life when she felt de- someone to sort themselves out. In prived, she said: “All of us have my own personal life, I have been Farhan Akhtar Fractures His Hand had moments where we wanted to told many times that ‘this career is buy something and we have been okay but you will have to get mar- Mumbai: Farhan Akhtar has oul ????) found among the carpal conditioned in a certain way. 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By Nauman Farooq a comfort point of view, it was simply fantastic. The only thing I Remember the Hyundai Ve- can think of to make the Palisade racruz? Of course not, it wasn’t even more comfortable would be very good and hardly anybody to add a massaging function to bought one. the front seats. It was followed by the Hyundai Other than that, the Palisade Santa Fe XL – which was quite excels in pretty much every area. good, and sold in fairly decent For instance, if you’re looking for numbers, but when time came to space, it has plenty – the Palisade replace it, Hyundai decided to go can be optioned as either a seven- further upmarket, and introduce passenger or an eight-passenger a name the public had not heard vehicle. before. The infotainment system offers I’m talking here about the first- a large screen (10.25 inches in the ever Hyundai Palisade – the most Luxury and Ultimate trim) which premium luxury SUV ever of- is fairly easy to use – although I fered by the South Koreans. wish it wasn’t a touchscreen sys- But, how is it? Read on to find the Mazda CX-9 or the Honda and you’ll see luxury touches are fantastic, and so is the stereo tem. out! Pilot – which are its competi- everywhere – this is very much a and infotainment system – this is No complaints about its har- Styling: From an aesthetic tion based on price. So, good job premium environment. It almost very much a complete package! mon/kardon sound system (Lux- point of view, I wouldn’t call it Hyundai design team, the Pali- feels like that this vehicle was ury and Ultimate trim); this 630- pretty, but it sure commands at- sade manages to stand out in its being developed for the Genesis Those seats I mentioned, they watt stereo has the ability to turn tention wherever it goes. Where- price segment, and looks far more brand, but near completion it was have full power adjustment, plus this vehicle into a concert hall – as previous Hyundai SUVs had expensive than it actually is. re-branded for Hyundai and Kia are heated and cooled (on the very well done. sleek styling, the Palisade is up- Interior: If the exterior im- (yes, the Telluride is a sister ve- Luxury and Ultimate trim, the So, if you’re looking for a right and butch, and partly thanks pressed some of you, the interior hicle to the Palisade) – it really is base Essential and Preferred trim SUV that ticks all the luxury box- to its L.E.D. lights, it looks like will impress all of you! that good. just gets heated seats) and are es, the Palisade is among the best something that competes with the The Palisade has one of the nic- All the buttons, knobs, and very comfortable. I spent a long in the business. likes of the Lincoln Navigator or est interiors I have come across general touch areas have a premi- day in the Palisade, where I cov- Powertrain: The powertrain is the Cadillac Escalade, rather than in a long time. Open the door um look and feel, plus the seats ered a lot of distance, and from Continued on page 15 Volkswagen Group Consolidates Operations In India The ŠKODA AUTO led Volk- Pune, Maharashtra, the two pro- adds: “With this merger, we plan strategy for the Indian subconti- swagen Group India, having duction facilities will be in Pune to combine the technology and nent. secured the prerequisite regu- and Aurangabad, and there will management expertise of our In July 2018, the Volkswagen latory and statutory approvals, be regional offices in Mumbai, team in India and realise our true Group announced investments announced the transformative New Delhi, and other locations potential in a challenging, com- of around one billion euros as merger of its three passenger car across the country. The integra- petitive environment. We want to part of the INDIA 2.0 project. In subsidiaries - Volkswagen India tion will make more efficient use further strengthen our presence January 2019, a new technology Private Limited (VWIPL), Volk- of the existing synergies in this in India, ensure the professional centre was opened in Pune, India, swagen Group Sales India Pri- important growth market. development of our employees where vehicles will be developed vate Limited (NSC) and ŠKODA Bernhard Maier, ŠKODA and safeguard sustainable profit- based on the localised MQB-A0- AUTO India Private Limited AUTO CEO, explains: “The ability for our dealers.” IN subcompact platform, tailored (SAIPL). operational launch of ŠKODA The emergence of the merged to the wishes and requirements of The merger of three former AUTO Volkswagen India Private entity with a strong brand portfo- local customers. Volkswagen Group entities is an Limited marks an important mile- lio - Volkswagen, ŠKODA, Audi, The first step in the model important milestone in the ‘IN- stone in the INDIA 2.0 project. Porsche and Lamborghini is en- campaign will involve ŠKODA DIA 2.0’ project. The merged en- This merger creates one of the visioned to serve across market AUTO Volkswagen India Private tity will be referred to as ‘ŠKODA key prerequisites for working to- As early as next year, we will be segments and budgets. Limited launching a mid-size AUTO Volkswagen India Private gether more efficiently at all lev- presenting a specific outlook for These brands shall retain their SUV model that will be available Limited’ (SAVWIPL). The en- els and achieving our long-term our INDIA 2.0 model portfolio at distinctive identities, dealer net- from both ŠKODA and Volkswa- tity will be led by Mr. Gurpratap goal: to gain significant mar- the Auto Expo in Delhi.” work as well as implementing gen. The company will be pre- Boparai, who will assume the ket shares for Volkswagen and Gurpratap Boparai, Manag- their own customer experience senting the studies at the Auto role of Managing Director. The ŠKODA by 2025. We will now ing Director of ŠKODA AUTO initiatives. However, they will Expo 2020, which is held in New company headquarters will be in proceed in a series of quick steps: Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd., be pursuing a shared vision and Delhi from 6 to 9 February 2020. www.WeeklyVoice.com auto Friday, October 18, 2019 | B-15 Palisade Is High In The Luxury SUV List Continued from page 14 where Hyundai seems to have dropped the ball! Not that it’s bad, just that it hasn’t improved much at all compared to its predecessor – in fact, it might just be a step in the wrong direction! You see, the Santa Fe XL used to come with a 3.3L V6 engine that produced 290 hp and 252 lb-ft of torque. The engine in the Palisade is half-a-litre larger, dis- placing at 3.8L, still a V6, and yet it produces just “one” extra horsepower and just 10 extra lb- ft of torque (if you haven’t done the math, it equates to 291 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque). That’s not what you call progress, and if you look at the horsepower/displacement figure, it is actually a step backwards for the Palisade. Given that this 3.8L V6 can be found in other Hyundai/Kia/Gen- esis products, we know it is capable of more power, so why was about 9.0L/100km. According to the Palisade handicapped in this Hyundai, the Palisade will aver- area? I have no idea! age out at 10.5L/100km on a city The transmission is a step in and highway test. While in the the right direction; the Santa Fe real world, the numbers might XL used a six-speed automatic, be slightly higher, I think it’ll be whereas the Palisade gets a new fairly close! eight-speed automatic. The extra Compared to its predecessor, gearing does help in fuel con- the Palisade is more efficient – sumption – more of that later. and that’s especially impressive Performance & Driving Dy- given its girth. namics: As you’d expect from Pricing: The Palisade range something as large and heavy as starts from $38,499 – but that the Palisade, it won’t be a dynam- just gives you a front wheel drive ically engaging vehicle to drive, model called “Essential.” and it isn’t. If you want all the bells and This is not the sort of vehicle whistles, then you’d be interested that’ll encourage you to take the in the “Ultimate” model which longer or twistier route home. starts from $53,999. Compared However, it does cosset you on to its competition, the Palisade is long drives. For instance, many priced really well. vehicles nowadays have adaptive Verdict: The Palisade isn’t cruise control, and so does this, perfect – it could have benefited but in the Palisade, if you set the from a more powerful motor, and cruise control at the speed limit, it surely isn’t exciting to drive. it’ll then adjust the speed based getting a speeding ticket. It also So, if you’re looking for a to conduct my usual fuel econ- However, if you’re looking for on your route, so if the speed has lane keep assist, and does a stress-free commute, especially omy test, as I did more highway a large SUV for the family, and limit drops from 100 km/h to 80 very good job of keeping you in when going out of town, the Pali- driving than city driving during value comfort and tech over driv- km/h, the car will do it for you, so your lane – better than most such sade is about as good as vehicles my test week, but I did notice ing dynamics, than the Palisade you’ll never have to worry about systems. get. Fuel Economy: I didn’t get that on the highway, it averaged will serve you very well indeed.

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The the Mazda3 TCR combines the Mazda3 TCR adds a new rung striking KODO – Soul of Motion to this ladder. Additionally, the design of the road car with the popularity of Mazdas and Mazda purposeful stance and width of a powered cars in American ama- race car. Styled by Mazda Design teur motorsport means that in the America in Irvine, California, the United States more Mazdas are designers spent countless hours raced on any given weekend than ensuring that the competition any other manufacturer. Mazda3 combines aerodynamics John Doonan, Director Mazda and dimensions compliant with Motorsports said: “the Mazda3 TCR regulations and stunning TCR features the outstanding de- looks that blend seamlessly with sign and engineering that Mazda the clean lines and sporty shape is known for, and because of that, of the standard Mazda3. it’s a fantastic foundation for our The Mazda3 TCR is powered new TCR car. by a turbocharged 4-cylinder “We have looked forward to 350bhp TCR compliant engine returning to the IMSA Michelin that is matched to a six-speed pad- Pilot Challenge series for several dle shift competition transmis- years, and everyone at Mazda is sion. Developed by North Caro- very excited that we will do just lina based Long Road Racing, the that in 2020.” constructors of the Global Mazda The first driver to be announced MX-5 Cup car, the Mazda3 TCR for the 2020 race program in the is homologated to compete in United States is 2019 Global any of the 36 TCR-sanctioned MX-5 Cup Champion Bryan Or- championships around the globe. tiz. Long Road Racing will provide The new Mazda3 TCR is the sales and customer support for latest member of the all-new the Mazda3 TCR, which will be Mazda3 family, which in the UK available to privateers in 2020. said: “TCR represents a great high-level motorsport. Some of with Mazda and we hope the has just grown with the launch of Commenting on the launch opportunity for us to showcase our most important successes in next-generation of Mazda racers the all-new Mazda3 saloon and of the Mazda3 TCR, Masahiro the all-new Mazda3 and provide IMSA and SRO TC Americas will see the potential of the Maz- the debut of the ground-breaking Moro, Mazda North American our customers with another great have been thanks to dedicated da3 TCR”. Skyactiv-X Spark Controlled Operations Chairman and CEO opportunity to race a Mazda in customers who choose to race Alongside its flagship proto- Compression Ignition engine. Your Ultimate Destination For A KIA LONGMAN’S MARKHAM KIA

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