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In today’s Connect FM episode, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar cover the latest on public safety and the labour market in Canada: another extortion‑related shooting has struck Surrey, with police linking gunfire at a Cloverdale home to the ongoing extortion crime wave affecting the Lower Mainland. Law enforcement continues to investigate, urging community cooperation as these violent incidents persist early in 2026.

We also break down the federal government’s announcement that low‑wage LMIA processing will resume in Vancouver and other regions in early 2026 a move that could open the door again for employers to hire temporary foreign workers in sectors reliant on low‑wage labour.

For more insights, listen to the Sver Wala Show on Connect FM 91.5 on weekdays for thorough analysis of key political issues. Subscribe to the Connect Newsroom YouTube channel for the latest updates. On this special Connect FM news discussion, host Vijay Saini speaks with senior journalist Deepak Sharma Chanarthal (India) on the major developments shaping Punjab and North India.

Stay tuned for sharp analysis, ground reports, and in-depth discussion on Punjab politics, governance, and public issues only on Connect FM.

In today’s Connect FM episode, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar break down two urgent stories shaking communities in Canada and abroad: Surrey has been hit with 6 extortion cases in just the first 7 days of 2026, highlighting rising crime concerns and mounting pressure on law enforcement; and B.C. Premier David Eby’s India trade mission has sparked heated debate, with supporters touting economic opportunities and critics questioning political and community implications.

Get the latest on public safety, trade policy, and what these developments mean for Canadians.

For more insights, listen to the Sver Wala Show on Connect FM 91.5 on weekdays for thorough analysis of key political issues. Subscribe to the Connect Newsroom YouTube channel for the latest updates. On this special Connect FM news discussion, host Vijay Saini speaks with senior journalist Deepak Sharma Chanarthal (India) on the major developments shaping Punjab and North India.

Stay tuned for sharp analysis, ground reports, and in-depth discussion on Punjab politics, governance, and public issues only on Connect FM.

For more insights, listen to the Sver Wala Show on Connect FM 91.5 on weekdays for thorough analysis of key political issues. Subscribe to the Connect Newsroom YouTube channel for the latest updates. On this special Connect FM news discussion, host Vijay Saini speaks with senior journalist Deepak Sharma Chanarthal (India) on the major developments shaping Punjab and North India.

Stay tuned for sharp analysis, ground reports, and in-depth discussion on Punjab politics, governance, and public issues only on Connect FM.

On today’s episode of Connect FM, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss two major diplomatic moves: Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit China to strengthen trade, investment and strategic ties, and B.C. Premier David Eby will visit India to boost economic partnerships and support the province’s growing India‑Canada trade relationship.

Tune in for expert analysis on global diplomacy, trade negotiations, foreign investment, economic strategy, and what these trips mean for Canadian businesses and communities.

For more insights, listen to the Sver Wala Show on Connect FM 91.5 on weekdays for thorough analysis of key political issues. Subscribe to the Connect Newsroom YouTube channel for the latest updates. On this special Connect FM news discussion, host Vijay Saini speaks with senior journalist Deepak Sharma Chanarthal (India) on the major developments shaping Punjab and North India.

Stay tuned for sharp analysis, ground reports, and in-depth discussion on Punjab politics, governance, and public issues only on Connect FM.

On today’s episode of Connect FM, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar tackle two important stories: questions raised over whether police have access to Surrey’s traffic cameras for public safety and crime prevention, and Mark Carney’s reassurance that Canada’s oil sector faces no threat following Nicolás Maduro’s exit from Venezuela’s government.

Join us for analysis on law enforcement tools, municipal security, energy markets, oil exports and economic stability.

For more insights, listen to the Sver Wala Show on Connect FM 91.5 on weekdays for thorough analysis of key political issues. Subscribe to the Connect Newsroom YouTube channel for the latest updates. On this special Connect FM news discussion, host Vijay Saini speaks with senior journalist Deepak Sharma Chanarthal (India) on the major developments shaping Punjab and North India.

Is summoning the Chief Minister constitutional or political pressure? The SIT calls the SGPC Secretary, raising fresh questions. Punjab faces growing concerns over gang activity and law & order as DIG Harcharan Bhullar secures bail. Meanwhile, global politics heats up with reports of tensions between Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

On today’s episode of Connect FM, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar break down two major stories:

Lower Mainland properties have lost over $100 billion in total value, shaking confidence in the B.C. real estate market and raising questions about affordability and investor sentiment; and we explain the latest U.S. actions in Venezuela, including sanctions, diplomatic pressure, and geopolitical strategy what it means for global energy markets, Canada’s interests, and regional stability.