KHALISTANI ACTIVISM
SFJ part of Khalistani & other anti-national forces: MHA
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the ban on the terrorist outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) for an additional five years, effective from July 10, 2024. SFJ, led by its chief patron Gurupatwant Singh Pannun based in the US, has been accused of supporting Khalistani groups in India and elsewhere. The ban, issued under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, cites SFJ's involvement in activities aimed at disrupting India's sovereignty and territorial integrity, posing threats to internal security and public order.
Kanishka bombing one of worst acts of terrorism: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recalled the 1985 bombing of 'Kanishka' flight as one of the worst acts of terrorism in history, attributed to Sikh militants in retaliation to 'Operation Bluestar'.
Meta blocked Chinese fake accounts on Facebook, Instagram, fueling Khalistani extremism in India
The Meta has uncovered a cluster of social media profiles originating from China, engaging in anti-India activity. China originated social media profiles, targeting the global Sikh community across various countries. Clusters of fake accounts linked to a...
No family member of terrorists, stone pelters will get govt job in J-K, says Amit Shah
The home minister, however, said the government will make an exception in case someone from a family comes forward and informs the authorities that his or her close relative has joined a terror outfit.
Freedom of speech does not mean freedom to support separatism: Jaishankar on Canada
The external affairs minister wondered how people with dubious backgrounds are being allowed to enter and live in Canada, referring to Khalistani supporters among the Sikh migrants from Punjab.
Canada's ex-Defence Minister rubbishes report claiming Trudeau forced to accept meeting about Khalistani activists to land in Punjab during 2018 trip
India and Canada are dealing with an unprecedented diplomatic crisis, after the Canadian Prime Minister accused Indian government agents in 2023 of killing India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
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Three Indian nationals charged with killing Canadian Khalistani separatist leader make first court appearance
The killing of the Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar became the center of a diplomatic spat after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in September that there were "credible allegations" of Indian involvement
India attempts to influence Canadian politics due to concerns over Khalistani separatists: Official probe
The findings in the interim report by Commissioner Marie-Josee Hogue, who is leading the independent public inquiry, found evidence of foreign interference in Canada's last two federal elections in 2019 and 2021 but the results of the votes were not affected and the electoral system was robust.
NIA arrests key accused in connection with attack on Indian High Commission in London
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a significant arrest in the case related to the attack on the Indian High Commission in London last year. Inderpal Singh Gaba, a UK resident, was arrested for his involvement in unlawful activities during protests on March 22, 2023. The NIA's investigations suggest that the attacks were part of a larger conspiracy against Indian missions and officials, triggered by actions against a pro-Khalistani separatist. Further inquiries are ongoing.
NIA freezes immovable property of key aide of Pak-based Khalistani terrorists
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has frozen the immovable property of a key operative in a 2021 case relating to a fatal motorcycle borne explosion in Punjab, with links to notorious Pakistan-terrorists Habib Khan, alias Doctor and Lakhveer Singh, alias Rode.
Salman Khan House Firing Case: Who is Vishal, aka 'Kalu', one of the shooters arrested by Mumbai police
Salman Khan House Firing Case: The Mumbai Police arrested two suspects, including Vishal alias Kalu, linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, for firing shots near Salman Khan's residence. Vishal has a criminal history dating back to 2020 and is suspected of involvement in the murder of a bookie. The incident has prompted Maharashtra CM and Mumbai Police Commissioner to upgrade Salman Khan's security to Y+. Anmol Bishnoi, brother of Lawrence Bishnoi, claimed responsibility for the attack, referring to it as a 'trailer.'
If needed, we’ll enter Pakistan & strike, says Rajnath Singh on report accusing India of killings on foreign soil
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that if needed, India will enter Pakistan and strike if needed, in response to a media report that the Indian government was allegedly behind the killings of almost 20 individuals in Pakistan. The killings, reportedly part of India's plan to eliminate terrorists living on foreign soil, have largely stopped since Canada and the USA openly accused the Indian government of involvement in the killing of Khalistani separatists on their soil.
Assam: Roadside Dhaba owner arrested in Bongaigaon district on suspicion of being a separatist Khalistani sympathiser
A senior police officer who does not want to be named told ET that the person kept a poster of Khalistani idealogue Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and others in his hotel, located near Gerukabari outpost on National Highway-27. There is a photo of Bhindranwale. The person is Gurmukh Singh from Tarn Taran district of Punjab.``
Pro-Khalistani-gangster nexus similar to Dawood-Chhota Rajan rivalry that led to '93 blasts, NIA probe finds
The two main gangs at loggerheads now are those of Lawrence Bishnoi and Kaushal Chaudhary, similar to the rivalries of underworld dons Dawood and the now jailed Chhota Rajan. The federal agency is investigating more than a dozen cases involving terrorist-gangster syndicates and PKEs and have arrested more than 45 suspects. ET joins the dots.
Indian govt seeks to block access to Khalistani activist Nijjar's shooting video, YouTube obliges: Report
After Canadian broadcaster CBC released footage of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's fatal killing, India reportedly asked YouTube to block the video within the country. YouTube complied with the Narendra Modi government's request, blocking access to the video in India. Relations between India and Canada soured in 2023 after Canada accused India of involvement in Nijjar's killing, which India dismissed as baseless.
Dibrugarh jail official arrested over seizure of electronic gadgets from 'Waris Punjab De' inmates
The superintendent of Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam was arrested for laxity after the seizure of electronic gadgets from inmates of 'Waris Punjab De' outfit. The arrest was made in connection with the NSA detenues. Additional security measures were taken, including the installation of CCTV cameras in the NSA block.
India-US Homeland Security Dialogue: Security cooperation, intelligence sharing discussed
India-US Homeland Security Dialogue discussed cooperation in internal security, intelligence sharing, pro-Khalistani elements, online radicalisation, cyber attacks, digital frauds. The meeting addressed activities of pro-Khalistani elements in America, support and funding to separatist elements, alleged assassination attempt on Gurpatwant Singh Panun, accountability in the matter, attack on Indian consulate in San Francisco, extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana.
How India has become the target of 'Mission Bailout Trudeau'
Canada's Foreign Interference Commission, set up to probe China's alleged involvement in influencing Canadian federal elections, wants to investigate alleged Indian interference as well. The commissioner has asked the Canadian government for documents related to the alleged Indian interference. This could further strain India-Canada relations, which deteriorated after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of the murder of a Khalistani terrorist in Vancouver.
Designated Khalistani terrorist Pannun issues fresh threats ahead of Republic Day
Several pictures that have gone viral on social media show pro-Khalistgraffiti in the national capital. The graffiti contained threats ahead of the Republic Day parade on January 26. It claim that banned outfit SFJ aims to "avenge" the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
"Canadian politics have given space to Khalistani forces": EAM Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, voices concern over Canada's tolerance of Khalistani forces, impacting bilateral relations. He denies any link between the G20 summit in New Delhi and the Khalistan issue, emphasizing the longstanding problem. Diplomatic tensions rise after Canadian PM Trudeau accuses India of involvement in a Sikh activist's death, prompting India to refute the claims
Canada-based Babbar Khalsa's Lakhbir Singh Landa declared terrorist by Home Ministry
Lakhbir Singh Landa was implicated in the RPG attack at Sarhali police station in Tarn Taran in December 2022, along with participation in various other terrorist activities.
Parliament should send strong message that country will not accept pro-Khalistani activities: Priyanka Chaturvedi
Shiv Sena's Priyanka Chaturvedi raised concerns about growing pro-Khalistani activities abroad, urging robust action in Parliament against threats to India's security. She emphasized diplomatic threats faced in Canada, urging stringent measures and extradition of such terrorists. Other members highlighted diverse issues, including uniform LPG prices, migrant worker welfare, military training for students, and challenges faced by tea garden workers and the handloom sector.
Khalistani terrorist Lakhbir Singh Rode dies of heart attack in Pakistan
Khalistani separatist Lakhbir Singh alias 'Rode', a designated terrorist in India, died in Pakistan, where he sought refuge after his uncle's death in 1984. Involved in various terror acts, Singh led the banned Khalistan Liberation Front, orchestrating weapon smuggling and violent activities against political figures. His tenure spanned international operations, establishing terror bases abroad. He fled Punjab after the Golden Temple incident, residing in Nepal, Dubai, and Canada before settling in Lahore.
India apprises US of its concerns on activities of pro-Khalistani elements in Canada
The American delegation at the '2+2' ministerial dialogue talks was led by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh headed the Indian side.
India apprises its concern to US on activities of pro-Khalistani elements in Canada
The American delegation at the '2+2' ministerial dialogue talks was led by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh headed the Indian side.
India-Canada tensions shine light on complexities of Sikh activism in the diaspora
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's accusation that India may have been involved in the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader has sparked debate about Sikh activism in the diaspora. Canada is home to the largest Sikh population outside India, with about 800,000 Sikhs. While some argue for an independent Sikh state called Khalistan, others disagree. The accusation has strained relations between India and Canada, with India stopping visa issuance to Canadian citizens and reducing diplomatic staff.
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