KHALISTAN ROW
Indira Gandhi assassination posters: Canadian envoy says promotion of violence never acceptable
Canadian High Commissioner to India, Cameron MacKay, condemned the promotion of violence in Canada following Khalist extremists' glorification of Indira Gandhi's assassination in Brampton. Tensions between New Delhi and Ottawa escalated over accusations of Canada's leniency towards Khalistani extremism. Canadian officials reiterated that promoting violence is never acceptable in their country.
Why Trudeau’s latest action could bolster anti-India elements in Canada
New Delhi has lodged a strong protest with Ottawa over the raising of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event attended by the Canadian PM. India has also called a US media report on its alleged involvement in a murder attempt on Khalistan separatist leader ‘unsubstantiated imputations’
Year Ender 2023: India's diplomatic fallout with Canada over killing of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar
The fallout comes amidst security threats posed by the Khalistan terrorists residing safely in Canada and some serious allegations raised by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau against the Indian government. India and Canada's long and historical relations turned into a diplomatic row after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau raised allegations against the Indian government over its involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
EAM Jaishankar discusses Canada, Khalistan issue with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong
“I spoke about it (the situation with Canada) to minister Wong. As you know, Australia has a good, strong and close relationship with both of us. So I felt it was important that Australia get our perspective on the issue. You know that, from our point of vie...
India to resume entry, business, medical, conference visa services in Canada
"After a considered review of the security situation that takes into account some recent Canadian measures in this regard, it has been decided to resume visa services for the following categories with effect from October 26, 2023. (a) Entry visa, (b) Business visa, (c)Medical visa, and (d) Conference visa," a release by the Indian High Commission in Canada reads.
Canada wants "private talks" with India to resolve diplomatic dispute: Foreign Minister Melanie Joly
Canada is seeking private talks with India to resolve the diplomatic dispute over the killing of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The Canadian Foreign Minister, Melanie Joly, stated that they are in contact with the Indian government and take the safety of Canadian diplomats seriously. The strained relations between the two countries began when Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused the Indian government of a potential role in Nijjar's killing. Canada has yet to provide public evidence to support their claim.
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Amid Indo-Canada standoff, Indian envoy's Gurdwara visit blocked in Scotland by pro-Khalistan extremists
According to officials in the know, the meeting at the gurdwara had been organised as part of the events at the request of the gurdwara committee to meet Sikh groups and address their concerns over consular and other matters. Sources said the unnecessary altercation by a few outsiders and radical elements interrupted an interaction and community engagement planned by a majority of peace-loving Sikhs in the city.
India-Canada row: Hardeep Singh Nijjar met Canadian intelligence officers every week before death, says son
Nijjar's son, 21, said his father met officers of Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) “once or twice a week,” including one or two days before his murder, Vancouver Sun quoted him as saying. His father was scheduled to meet CSIS two days after his death, he added. In an interview, Nijjar's son said that the meetings began in February and had increased in frequency in the months leading up to the killing.
Could India-Canada row mark an 'Israel Moment' for India's diplomacy?
The ongoing tensions between India and Canada over the Khalistani issue could be a turning point in India's diplomatic relations. Ayesha Siddiqa, a Pakistani author, draws a parallel between this situation and instances where the US overlooked assassinations linked to Israel due to its strategic significance. India's response to Canada's accusations has been relatively composed, possibly because of its newfound status as a key player in America's pivot to the Indo-Pacific region.
India-Canada Row: Khalistan supporters hold protest outside Indian Consulate in Vancouver
Protesters called Nijjar's killing an "assassination" and called for a public inquiry into the case, Canada-based CTV News reported. The protest was one of several planned by Khalistan supporters in cities across Canada.
A look at Nijjar's journey from Punjab militancy in the 90s to spearheading the Khalistan secessionist movement
Indian authorities had alerted Canada about Hardeep Singh Nijjar's involvement in organizing secret training camps for Sikh extremist groups associated with the Khalistan movement. Training videos were provided, but no action was taken. Nijjar, who was affiliated with the Khalistan Tiger Force, fled to Canada in 1997 and obtained Canadian citizenship with the help of the Sikh diaspora.
Khalistan row: In balancing act, US says working with both India and Canada
"We are deeply concerned about the allegations that Prime Minister Trudeau has raised. We have been consulting throughout very closely with our Canadian colleagues - and not just consulting, coordinating with them - on this issue," Blinken said at a presser on Friday.
The President of Khalistan: Ironic life of a man who launched Khalistan in the West
Dr. Jagjit Singh Chauhan, also known as Daaktar Saab, played a significant role in promoting the idea of Khalistan in Western countries in the 1970s. As the self-proclaimed first president of Khalistan, he established a Sikh government in exile and even printed symbolic passports and currency for his "government." While Chauhan later mellowed down and criticized Khalistani violence, the legacy of Khalistan continues to persist, as seen in current events in Canada.
Indian Potash sees no Canada supply hit, hopes to extend deal
Canada is one of the key suppliers of potash to India and Indian companies last year signed a memorandum of understanding with Canpotex to buy up to 1.5 million metric tons of potash a year for 3 years, starting from 2023.
Indo-Canada row: Now Shubh sings 'I was born in India' tune after 'Still Rollin' tour in 10 cities called off & online fury grows
Punjabi-Canadian rapper Shubh expressed his disappointment after his 'Still Rollin India tour' was cancelled due to allegations of him being a Khalistan supporter. He expressed his attachment to India and his eagerness to perform on home soil.
Amid Khalistan row, Indian govt issues advisory for TV channels
The Indian government has issued an advisory to TV news channels, asking them not to give a platform to individuals who are charged with serious crimes, including terrorism, or belong to proscribed organizations. The advisory comes after a recent discussion on a foreign television channel involving a person facing serious criminal charges, who made comments detrimental to India's sovereignty and security.
JSW Steel slows process to buy stake in Canada Teck coal unit amid diplomatic row
JSW Steel, India's largest steelmaker, is slowing down the process of buying a stake in the steelmaking coal unit of Canada's Teck Resources due to the deteriorating trade ties between India and Canada. This comes after India suspended visa services for Canadian citizens citing security threats.
Canada's allegations on Nijjar killing prejudiced, politically driven: India
India has criticized Canada's allegations of its government agencies' involvement in the killing of Khalistani activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, calling them prejudiced and politically driven. India claims that Canada has not provided any evidence regarding the killing, while India has shared evidence of criminal activity in Canada that has not been acted upon. As a result of the escalating diplomatic row, India has suspended its visa services in Canada.
Jagmeet Singh, the man who pulls Trudeau's strings on the Khalistan issue
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government is dependent on the support of Jagmeet Singh's New Democratic Party (NDP) to survive. Singh, a vocal supporter of Khalistani politics, has associations with violent Khalistani leaders. Trudeau previously patronised Khalistani elements in Canada, but his competitive wooing of Khalistanis intensified after Singh emerged as a rival claimant for Khalistani votes.
Shubh faces triple blow! After BoAt & BookMyShow, now Moj removes Canadian-Punjabi singer's music library amid Khalistan row
Short video-sharing platform Moj has removed songs by the Canadian-Punjabi singer from its music library after he shared a distorted map of India on one of his Instagram stories.
Khalistan frost bites India-Canada ties
India-Canada relations hit a new low as Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Indian government agents of being involved in the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. After Canada expelled a senior Indian diplomat, India in response expelled the station head of Canadian Intelligence service in New Delhi. India also rejected allegations by the Canadian PM and its foreign minister on the killing of Nijjar
US And UK express 'deep concern' over Canada's allegations
The US expressed concern at the allegations referenced by Canada Prime Minister Trudeau, who said Canadian authorities were "actively pursuing credible allegations" linking New Delhi's agents to the murder of a Khalistani separatist leader, an assertion India quickly dismissed as absurd. A UK government spokesperson said on Tuesday that Britain is in close touch with its Canadian partners about 'serious allegations' from Ottawa.
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