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Wednesday March 3 2010


Swar Sadhana continues to discover local talent... Rajkumar Sharma being presented the 'Best Singer of the Day' award last weekend during Swar Sadhana's ongoing vocal contest. Sharma sang Kahin Aaj Kisise Mohabbat Na Ho Jaye, bringing back fond memories of the immortal Mohammed Rafi at his best. Photo by Bryon Johnson
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Desperate father seeks son's release from Taliban
South Asian Focus By NOUMAN KHALIL
Wednesday March 3 2010
The kidnapped son of a Brampton resident is still being held captive by Taliban guerrillas even after Pakistani security forces rescued two of the abducted Sikhs in an operation in the northwest Khyber Agency.

Bishan Dass, whose son Robin Singh was kidnapped from Peshawar for a ransom of Rs10 million ($125,000), is pleading for solid diplomatic efforts and help for his son's release.

According to reports, terrorists kidnapped at least three Sikhs, including Robin Singh, from the...
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New online resource for newcomers
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
From finding information on how to start a new business to opening a bank account, there are many steps newcomers take to successfully make their way in Canada.

Now, an internet resource has been created for newcomers to help them quickly and easily find a range of government services, in addition to settlement services, in their communities, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced this week.

The resource is easy to find at
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Fresh recognition for Komagata travesty
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
By NOUMAN KHALIL
Komagata Maru, one of the most unfortunate incidents of Canadian history, has got fresh...
Khalsa Day parade May 2
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
By SURJIT SINGH FLORA
The annual Sikh Khalsa Day parade from Malton Gurdwara to the Rexdale Gurdwara will this year be...
Peel singer now seeks your vote
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
It all started with her debut CD Meera - The Lover..., released in October last year.

One thing...

Interfaith meet to press G8, G20
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
Interfaith leaders plan to shine a spotlight on the common issues confronting humanity even as...
BNRC to host youth justice meet
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
By NOUMAN KHALIL
In an attempt to make Peel free from guns, gangs and violence, youth will be educated about the law...
Holi celebrated across GTA
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
Holi was celebrated by temples, community organizations and private groups throughout the GTA last...
Collaboration 'key to social impact'
South Asian Focus
Wednesday March 3 2010
The role of collaboration between community organizations and with the communities they serve was...




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