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In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar discuss two key stories making headlines. They cover Surrey police arresting two men accused in a shooting investigation, examining what it means for public safety and community confidence. The conversation then shifts to the Bank of Canada’s decision to hold interest rates, breaking down the implications for households, borrowers, and the b...

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar discuss two major stories shaping local and global headlines. The conversation covers Surrey’s call for the federal government to declare an emergency amid rising extortion crimes, followed by an in-depth look at the newly signed India–EU mega trade deal and its wider economic and political implications. A timely discussion connecting commun...

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar examine key issues driving national discussion. They cover Surrey residents coming together to protest ongoing extortion and break down the federal government’s announcement of an enhanced GST credit. The conversation highlights community concerns, public safety challenges, and how the added financial support could impact Canadians across th...

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar analyze two major developments making headlines. The discussion covers Vancouver City Council’s motion addressing concerns over overly bright vehicle headlights and their impact on road safety. The episode also explores former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw Mark Carney’s invitation to the proposed “Board of Peace,” examin...

In this episode, host Vijay Saini breaks down the growing controversy after RCMP Assistant Commissioner John Brewer described Surrey extortion as a public safety issue but not a crisis. The statement triggered widespread public backlash, forcing Brewer to issue an apology after the B.C. Premier demanded urgency. As pressure builds, the Surrey Police Chief calls for a dedicated helicopter, signalin...

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar examine two major developments making headlines. The discussion begins with RCMP’s statement that Surrey’s extortion situation is not being treated as a crisis, sparking debate around public safety, enforcement, and community concerns. The conversation then shifts to Mark Carney’s speech at Davos, where he addresses the emerging global order...

In this Connect FM episode, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss a shocking extortion-related incident, where a targeted victim reportedly fired back at armed shooters, highlighting the growing desperation and danger surrounding extortion crimes in Surrey and the Lower Mainland. The conversation then shifts to international headlines, as Donald Trump shares an AI-generated U.S. map that includ...

In today’s Connect FM Surrey Crime Update, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar examine the escalating public safety concerns gripping Surrey. Extortion-related crimes continue to surge, with increasing reports of intimidation, monetary demands, and organized criminal pressure affecting local businesses and residents. The hosts also highlight a rise in police helicopter deployments, signaling heighten...

Premier David Eby with Vijay Saini shares insights from BC’s India trade mission, exploring mining, LNG, global partnerships, and the politics surrounding the RCMP report. For more insights listen to Sver Wala Show only on Connect FM 91.5.

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 pe...

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 sha...

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 o...

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 sha...

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 sha...

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, trad...

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 sha...

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, municip...

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 C...

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 strat...

On today’s episode of Connect FM, hosts Vijay Saini and Vasu Kumar discuss two contrasting economic trends: British Columbia property values are falling, impacting homeowners and the real estate market, while CEOs in Canada continue to earn record-high compensation, sparking debate on income inequality and corporate governance. Tune in for analysis on housing affordability, wealth gaps, and what t...

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. The spotlight is o...

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 sha...

On today’s Connect FM episode, hosts Vijay Saini unpack two major Canadian developments: the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is still seeking to recover over $10 billion in COVID-19 benefit overpayments, raising questions about fairness, compliance and taxpayer relief; and the B.C. government releases a new earthquake preparedness report, highlighting risk assessments, gaps in infrastructure resilienc...

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. In this hard-hitting discussion, Vijay Saini is joined by India-based reporter Deepak Sharma Chanarthal to break down the latest developments, political implications, and ground realities from Punjab.

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. A major political and Panthic debate unfolds in Punjab. Is Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann heading towards a confrontation with Sri Akal Takht Sahib, or is he acting in the name of Panthic service? Minis...