Canadian opposition leader has said that the Government of Canada has not provided any solid evidence on allegations against India diplomat on criminal activities. India has responded firmly to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent admission that his government had no hard proof, when it accused India of involvement in the killing of pro Khalistani leader, Watch to know more.

India-Canada Tensions: India Rejects 'False Implications'

India has responded firmly to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent admission that his government had no hard proof, when it accused India of involvement in the killing of pro Khalistani leader, Watch to know more.

India-Canada Diplomatic Showdown

India-Canada Row: Did Deposition Spur Trudeau's Attack On India ?

India-Canada Row: India Slams Canada's Allegations Against Indian High Commission

India-Canada Row: Trudeau's Murder Accusation A Smokescreen ?

During a public inquiry into alleged foreign interference, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau admitted that Canada had no ‘hard evidentiary proof’ to substantiate linking Indian government agents to the killing of khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year. So, why did Trudeau rush to accuse India without presenting any solid proof? Is Trudeau using this India narrative to cover up his domestic failures and protect his political position?

Five Questions for India Hater Trudeau

India alleged Canada's reluctance to extradite individuals associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, a notorious criminal organisation based in India, involved in crimes in Canada.

India-Canada Row: India Says It Wanted Canada to Extradite Bishnoi Gang Members

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<p>An Indian-origin man in Canada has raised concerns about a "disturbing rise” in incidents of hate against Indians in Canada amid the increased tensions between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ashwin Annamalai, who holds Canadian citizenship, said that he was the victim of a racist outburst from a woman who “mistakenly assumed” he was Indian.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Annamalai confronted the woman when she asked him to "go back" where he came from. He filmed the conversation with the woman and shared it on X, saying that the “random woman gave him the finger and spewed hate” while he was out for a walk in Waterloo, Ontario.<br />
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<p>Annamalai came to Canada in 2018 as an international student and has gained Canadian citizenship since then.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I never faced the hardships the international students are facing nowadays. This is not the Canada I came to,” he told the Waterloo Region Record last month.</p>

<p>During his argument with the woman, Annamalai explained that he is not Indian. “I am Canadian,” he told her as she lashed out aggressively at him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“You’re not Canadian. I’m being aggressive to you because too many Indians are in Canada and I want you to go back,” she said, looking straight into Annamalai’s camera during her racist rant.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-a-safe-haven-for-khalistani-terrorists-and-gangsters-why-isnt-ottawa-taking-action-768402"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Canada a safe haven for Khalistani terrorists and gangsters? Why isn't Ottawa taking action?</strong></a></p>

<p>“Go back, go back to India,” she yelled in the face of Annamalai’s repeated insistence that he is Canadian. “Your parents are not from Canada, your grandparents are not from here,” she added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, as the heat triggered more between them, the woman started a new argument, saying, “You can’t even speak English.”</p>

<p>To this, Annamalai responded in French, asking the woman if she could talk in French – one of Canada's official languages.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India-Canada Row: India Slams Canada's Allegations Against Indian High Commission</strong></p>

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<p>She responded in English, insisting that she understood French, before stalking off while yelling profanities.</p>

<p>“When I challenged her very politely she went about her racist rants... She also is upset that there are black people in the community. She also accuses me of not speaking English &amp; that I need to just leave. This isn’t an isolated incident. Such hate-filled encounters have been happening regularly since the beginning of the year, &amp; people seem to be getting more emboldened,” Annamalai shared in his post on X.</p>

<p>Annamalai, while speaking to Waterloo Region Record last month, said that he did not face any racism in Canada until 2023.</p>

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An Indian-origin man in Canada has raised concerns about a "disturbing rise” in incidents of hate against Indians in Canada amid the increased tensions between the two countries.

An Indian-origin man in Canada has raised concerns about a "disturbing rise” in incidents of hate against Indians in Canada amid the increased tensions between the two countries. Ashwin Annamalai, who holds Canadian citizenship, said that he was the victim of a racist outburst from a woman who “mistakenly assumed” he was Indian. However, Annamalai confronted the woman when she asked him to "go back" where he came from. He filmed the conversation with the woman and shared it on X, saying that the “random woman gave him the finger and spewed hate” while he was out for a walk in Waterloo, Ontario. Content warning: The visuals may be disturbing to some users. It may contain some profanity as well. Viewer discretion is advised. WION is not responsible for the content of the video. The once welcoming community of Kitchener-Waterloo has seen a disturbing rise in hate, particularly against people of colour. Here’s a personal account of what I experienced today: A random woman gave me the finger & spewed hate while I was out for a walk at Erb/Avondale 🧵 1/n pic.twitter.com/TxvXeXW3Yd — Ashwin Annamalai (@ignorantsapient) October 15, 2024 × Annamalai came to Canada in 2018 as an international student and has gained Canadian citizenship since then. “I never faced the hardships the international students are facing nowadays. This is not the Canada I came to,” he told the Waterloo Region Record last month. During his argument with the woman, Annamalai explained that he is not Indian. “I am Canadian,” he told her as she lashed out aggressively at him. “You’re not Canadian. I’m being aggressive to you because too many Indians are in Canada and I want you to go back,” she said, looking straight into Annamalai’s camera during her racist rant. Also read: Canada a safe haven for Khalistani terrorists and gangsters? Why isn't Ottawa taking action? “Go back, go back to India,” she yelled in the face of Annamalai’s repeated insistence that he is Canadian. “Your parents are not from Canada, your grandparents are not from here,” she added. However, as the heat triggered more between them, the woman started a new argument, saying, “You can’t even speak English.” To this, Annamalai responded in French, asking the woman if she could talk in French – one of Canada's official languages. Watch | India-Canada Row: India Slams Canada's Allegations Against Indian High Commission × She responded in English, insisting that she understood French, before stalking off while yelling profanities. “When I challenged her very politely she went about her racist rants... She also is upset that there are black people in the community. She also accuses me of not speaking English & that I need to just leave. This isn’t an isolated incident. Such hate-filled encounters have been happening regularly since the beginning of the year, & people seem to be getting more emboldened,” Annamalai shared in his post on X. Annamalai, while speaking to Waterloo Region Record last month, said that he did not face any racism in Canada until 2023. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian-origin man says 'disturbing rise in hate’ in Canada after woman vehemently asks him to return to India

India-Canada Row | 'No Evidence Given': India Slams Canada's Allegations

<p>Amid the ongoing India-Canada row, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)&nbsp;on Thursday (Oct 17) reiterated that after putting "serious allegations" on India for its role in the death of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Ottawa&nbsp;has not given any evidence so far to prove it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday admitted that his&nbsp;government did not have any hard evidence while alleging that the Indian government was involved in the killing of Nijjar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, while addressing a weekly briefing, emphasised that India has made its position "very clear".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"You would have seen that several press releases have been issued in the last two days putting out our position, which we are very clear that since September of 2023, the Canadian government has not shared any shred of information with us. Yesterday, again, after the public, public hearing, we had again issued a statement saying that Canada has leveled serious allegations, but has so far not given any evidence to cut it up," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/justin-trudeau-admits-having-no-hard-proof-when-indian-confronted-about-nijjar-killing-768123"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Justin Trudeau admits Canada had no ‘hard proof’ of India’s role in Nijjar killing, only ‘intel’</strong></a></p>

<p>He further denied the reports that Ottawa&nbsp;had expelled six Indian diplomats, adding that New Delhi acted first. "We have withdrawn our diplomats before Canada took any step," Jaiswal said. "We reject false implications against our diplomats. Canada has not shared any evidence with us."</p>

<p>The MEA spokesperson further stressed that till date, 26 extradition requests have been made by India to Canada for wanted criminals, however, no action has been taken.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We have asked Canada and given them identities of people of Lawrence Bishnoi Gang. RCMP blaming us is a contradiction," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Highlighting the attack on Canadian journalists of Indian origin, Randhir Jaiswal said that these are clear examples of "intimidations", adding that shifting the blame to India does not work.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India-Canada Row: Five Eyes Allies Senda Support To Canada, 'Serious Allegations'&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>"These are clear examples of intimidation and violence by those who openly espouse extremist and separatist ideology. It is also an example, or these are also examples of what afflicts Canada today and which reveals the sources of violence. Shifting the blame to India does not work anyhow," the MEA spokesperson said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a late night statement on Wednesday, the Indian foreign affairs ministry called out Trudeau’s "cavalier attitude", adding, “What we have heard today only confirms what we have been saying consistently all along — Canada has presented us (India) no evidence whatsoever in support of the serious allegations that it has chosen to level against India and Indian diplomats."</p>

<p>Moreover, New Delhi also held Trudeau responsible for severed diplomatic ties between the two nations.&nbsp;</p>

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Amid the ongoing India-Canada row, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday (Oct 17) reiterated that after putting "serious allegations" on India for its role in the death of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Ottawa has not given any evidence so far to prove it.

Amid the ongoing India-Canada row, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday (Oct 17) reiterated that after putting "serious allegations" on India for its role in the death of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Ottawa has not given any evidence so far to prove it. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday admitted that his government did not have any hard evidence while alleging that the Indian government was involved in the killing of Nijjar. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, while addressing a weekly briefing, emphasised that India has made its position "very clear". "You would have seen that several press releases have been issued in the last two days putting out our position, which we are very clear that since September of 2023, the Canadian government has not shared any shred of information with us. Yesterday, again, after the public, public hearing, we had again issued a statement saying that Canada has leveled serious allegations, but has so far not given any evidence to cut it up," he said. Also read: Justin Trudeau admits Canada had no ‘hard proof’ of India’s role in Nijjar killing, only ‘intel’ He further denied the reports that Ottawa had expelled six Indian diplomats, adding that New Delhi acted first. "We have withdrawn our diplomats before Canada took any step," Jaiswal said. "We reject false implications against our diplomats. Canada has not shared any evidence with us." The MEA spokesperson further stressed that till date, 26 extradition requests have been made by India to Canada for wanted criminals, however, no action has been taken. "We have asked Canada and given them identities of people of Lawrence Bishnoi Gang. RCMP blaming us is a contradiction," he said. Highlighting the attack on Canadian journalists of Indian origin, Randhir Jaiswal said that these are clear examples of "intimidations", adding that shifting the blame to India does not work. Watch | India-Canada Row: Five Eyes Allies Senda Support To Canada, 'Serious Allegations' × "These are clear examples of intimidation and violence by those who openly espouse extremist and separatist ideology. It is also an example, or these are also examples of what afflicts Canada today and which reveals the sources of violence. Shifting the blame to India does not work anyhow," the MEA spokesperson said. In a late night statement on Wednesday, the Indian foreign affairs ministry called out Trudeau’s "cavalier attitude", adding, “What we have heard today only confirms what we have been saying consistently all along — Canada has presented us (India) no evidence whatsoever in support of the serious allegations that it has chosen to level against India and Indian diplomats." Moreover, New Delhi also held Trudeau responsible for severed diplomatic ties between the two nations. (With inputs from agencies)

'False implications': MEA denies Canada expelled envoys, says India pulled its diplomats first

India-Canada Row: 'Canada Did Not Present Hard Proof', Indian MEA Rejects Trudeau's Allegations

U.S. and UK express full-support for Canada’s allegations against India. Britain joins its five-eyes alliance partner, says India’s corporation is ‘next best step’. UK also declares that it has full trust in Canada’s judiciary system amid investigation. Statement follows a phone call between Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and UK PM Keir Starmer. Downing Street says leaders discussed developments regarding Canada’s allegations. Watch to know more!

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India-Canada Row: India Accuses Trudeau Of Damaging Ties

Long-simmering Canada-India tensions descend into a public feud. Diplomatic dispute between both nations has nosedived again like never before. Canada and India have expelled each other's diplomats amid various accusations. Row has intensified over last year's assassination of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil. Watch to know more!

India-Canada Relations: Diplomatic Showdown Over Hardeep Singh Nijjar's Murder | WION Originals

The US on Tuesday (Oct 15) sided with its Five Eyes partner Canada over escalating diplomatic row between Ottawa and New Delhi, accusing India of ‘not cooperating’. Canada has accused Indian government and its diplomats of being involved in the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year, citing an ongoing probe. New Delhi has rubbished these allegations, saying Canada has failed to provide ‘a shred of evidence’ backing up these ‘absurd’ claims.

India-Canada Row: US Urges India To Consider Canada's Allegations Seriously

<p>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has admitted that his government did not have hard evidence when it alleged that the Indian government was involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trudeau made the admission while&nbsp;testifying before the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions in Ottawa.</p>

<p>Trudeau said Canada had no proof before publicly accusing India of killing Nijjar and only provided intelligence. He appeared before the committee after the latest charge that Indian diplomats were involved in collecting information and using criminal gangs for targeting members of pro-Khalistan movement in Canada.</p>

<p>"Canada asked India to cooperate. Their (India) ask was for proof. We asked for Indian security agencies to investigate further and cooperate with us. Because at that point what we (Canada) had was intelligence," Trudeau said.</p>

<p>"Their [Indian government] ask was how much do you know? Give us the evidence you have on this and our response was well...it's within your security agencies, you should be looking into how much they know. You should be engaging," said Trudeau.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At that point, it was primarily intelligence and not hard evidentiary proof. So we said, let's work together and look into your security services and maybe we can get that out," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Canadian PM also added that Indian diplomats were collecting information on Canadians and passing it to Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, Trudeau's Wednesday testimony contradicts his own statement that he made two days ago after the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) conducted a press conference alleging the Indian connection to criminal gangs in the North American country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The evidence brought to light by the RCMP cannot be ignored. It leads to one conclusion: it is necessary to disrupt the criminal activities that continue to pose a threat to public safety in Canada. That is why we acted. Because we will always – first and foremost – stand for the right of Canadians to feel safe and secure in their own country," said Trudeau at the time.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-canada-relations-diplomatic-showdown-over-hardeep-singh-nijjars-murder-wion-originals-767902"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India-Canada Relations: Diplomatic Showdown Over Hardeep Singh Nijjar's Murder | WION Originals</strong></a></p>

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<h2><strong>Is the Trudeau government working with Khalistani terrorists?</strong></h2>

<p>The admission by Trudeau comes hours after Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun claimed in an interview with CBC News that he had been communicating with the Canadian Prime Minister's Office (PMO) for the last two to three years and sharing intel about the spy network – referring to the Indian government officials. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"(Canadian Prime Minister Justin) Trudeau's statement shows Canada's unwavering commitment to justice, rule of law, and national security. And Sikhs for Justice has been communicating with the Prime Minister's Office for the last 2-3 years, detailing all the spy network," said Pannun in an interview with <em>CBC News.</em></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-to-impose-sanctions-on-india-experts-say-sick-man-shouldnt-punch-above-its-weight-767697"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Canada to impose sanctions on India? Experts say ‘sick man’ shouldn’t punch above its weight</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>New Delhi has 'no faith' in Ottawa</strong></h2>

<p>On Monday (Oct 14), India recalled its High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma, and other top diplomats, saying it has lost faith in the Trudeau government to protect its assets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We have no faith in the current Canadian Government's commitment to ensure their security. Therefore, the Government of India has decided to withdraw the High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats and officials," read a statement by the ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later in the day, six Canadian diplomats, including Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler were asked to leave India by or before 11:59 pm local time on Saturday (Oct 19).</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has admitted that his government did not have hard evidence when it alleged that the Indian government was involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has admitted that his government did not have hard evidence when it alleged that the Indian government was involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Trudeau made the admission while testifying before the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions in Ottawa. Trudeau said Canada had no proof before publicly accusing India of killing Nijjar and only provided intelligence. He appeared before the committee after the latest charge that Indian diplomats were involved in collecting information and using criminal gangs for targeting members of pro-Khalistan movement in Canada. "Canada asked India to cooperate. Their (India) ask was for proof. We asked for Indian security agencies to investigate further and cooperate with us. Because at that point what we (Canada) had was intelligence," Trudeau said. "Their [Indian government] ask was how much do you know? Give us the evidence you have on this and our response was well...it's within your security agencies, you should be looking into how much they know. You should be engaging," said Trudeau. "At that point, it was primarily intelligence and not hard evidentiary proof. So we said, let's work together and look into your security services and maybe we can get that out," he added. The Canadian PM also added that Indian diplomats were collecting information on Canadians and passing it to Indian gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Trudeau admits “no evidentiary proof” provided to India. FYI - Intel are pointers inadmissible in court; Evidence is what you use in court to arrest. Eg Intel - Goldie Brar went to the 🇮🇳 embassy Evidence - Goldie discussed assassinations with the 🇮🇳 ambassador pic.twitter.com/tmyRea5nmw — Abhijit Iyer-Mitra (@Iyervval) October 16, 2024 × Indian diplomats were collecting information on Canadians & passing to Lawrence Bishnoi Gang says Canada PM Justin Trudeau at foreign interference commission https://t.co/4PRuGog5Cz pic.twitter.com/Ms5QlG2Paq — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) October 16, 2024 × Notably, Trudeau's Wednesday testimony contradicts his own statement that he made two days ago after the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) conducted a press conference alleging the Indian connection to criminal gangs in the North American country. "The evidence brought to light by the RCMP cannot be ignored. It leads to one conclusion: it is necessary to disrupt the criminal activities that continue to pose a threat to public safety in Canada. That is why we acted. Because we will always – first and foremost – stand for the right of Canadians to feel safe and secure in their own country," said Trudeau at the time. Watch | India-Canada Relations: Diplomatic Showdown Over Hardeep Singh Nijjar's Murder | WION Originals × Is the Trudeau government working with Khalistani terrorists? The admission by Trudeau comes hours after Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun claimed in an interview with CBC News that he had been communicating with the Canadian Prime Minister's Office (PMO) for the last two to three years and sharing intel about the spy network – referring to the Indian government officials. "(Canadian Prime Minister Justin) Trudeau's statement shows Canada's unwavering commitment to justice, rule of law, and national security. And Sikhs for Justice has been communicating with the Prime Minister's Office for the last 2-3 years, detailing all the spy network," said Pannun in an interview with CBC News. Also read | Canada to impose sanctions on India? Experts say ‘sick man’ shouldn’t punch above its weight New Delhi has 'no faith' in Ottawa On Monday (Oct 14), India recalled its High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma, and other top diplomats, saying it has lost faith in the Trudeau government to protect its assets. "We have no faith in the current Canadian Government's commitment to ensure their security. Therefore, the Government of India has decided to withdraw the High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats and officials," read a statement by the ministry. Later in the day, six Canadian diplomats, including Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler were asked to leave India by or before 11:59 pm local time on Saturday (Oct 19). (With inputs from agencies)

Justin Trudeau admits Canada had no ‘hard proof’ of India’s role in Nijjar killing, only ‘intel’

<p>The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has informed the Supreme Court that a Khaliatani terrorist based in Canada masterminded the 2020 murder of&nbsp;Shaurya Chakra awardee comrade Balwinder Singh Sandhu in the Indian state of&nbsp;Punjab.</p>

<p>India's premier investigative agency in its submission to the court said Sukhmeet Pal Singh, alias Sunny Toronto, and Lakhveer Singh&nbsp;alias Rode&nbsp;were tasked to kill Sandhu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The conspiracy was allegedly hatched by Sunny Toronto in order to eliminate anti-Khalistani entities in India.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>While&nbsp;Sunny Toronto is an operative of the&nbsp;Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF), Rode is the nephew of Jarnail Singh Bhindrawala and head of the terror outfit, International Sikh Youth Federation and KLF.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The main objective of the Khalistan Liberation Force is to create Khalistan by means of an armed struggle," the NIA said in its affidavit.</p>

<p>It added that anyone opposed to the Khalistan ideology was deemed a target by the group who intended to kill them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Sandhu was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside his house at Bhikhiwind in Tarn Taran district in October 2020. He was awarded the Shaurya Chakra for fighting against militancy in the state in the 1990s.</p>

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<h2><strong>Canada-India ties and Khalistan movement&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The development comes in the backdrop of the Khalistani separatist movement gaining pace in Canada with the liberal government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau seemingly giving its tacit backing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Canada&nbsp;in recent days has doubled down on its claims that the Indian government was behind the killing of Khalistani terrorist, Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Ottawa claims it was an attack on a Canadian citizen while New Delhi has asked for proof while refuting the allegations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trudeau-says-india-attacking-me-personally-canada-police-allege-new-delhi-bishnoi-gang-collaboration-767468"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Trudeau says India ‘attacking’ me personally; Canada police allege New Delhi-Bishnoi gang collaboration</strong></a></p>

<p>On Monday (Oct 14), India recalled its High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma and other top diplomats, saying it had lost faith in the Trudeau government to protect its assets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We have no faith in the current Canadian Government's commitment to ensure their security. Therefore, the Government of India has decided to withdraw the High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats and officials," read a statement by the ministry.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later in the day, six Canadian diplomats, including&nbsp;Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler were asked to leave India by or before 11:59 pm local time on Saturday (Oct 19).</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has informed the Supreme Court that a Khaliatani terrorist based in Canada masterminded the 2020 murder of Shaurya Chakra awardee comrade Balwinder Singh Sandhu in the Indian state of Punjab.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has informed the Supreme Court that a Khaliatani terrorist based in Canada masterminded the 2020 murder of Shaurya Chakra awardee comrade Balwinder Singh Sandhu in the Indian state of Punjab. India's premier investigative agency in its submission to the court said Sukhmeet Pal Singh, alias Sunny Toronto, and Lakhveer Singh alias Rode were tasked to kill Sandhu. The conspiracy was allegedly hatched by Sunny Toronto in order to eliminate anti-Khalistani entities in India. While Sunny Toronto is an operative of the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF), Rode is the nephew of Jarnail Singh Bhindrawala and head of the terror outfit, International Sikh Youth Federation and KLF. "The main objective of the Khalistan Liberation Force is to create Khalistan by means of an armed struggle," the NIA said in its affidavit. It added that anyone opposed to the Khalistan ideology was deemed a target by the group who intended to kill them. Notably, Sandhu was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside his house at Bhikhiwind in Tarn Taran district in October 2020. He was awarded the Shaurya Chakra for fighting against militancy in the state in the 1990s. Watch | India-Canada Row: Canadian Foreign Minister Hints At Sanctions As Ties Nosedive | WION Originals × Canada-India ties and Khalistan movement The development comes in the backdrop of the Khalistani separatist movement gaining pace in Canada with the liberal government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau seemingly giving its tacit backing. Canada in recent days has doubled down on its claims that the Indian government was behind the killing of Khalistani terrorist, Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Ottawa claims it was an attack on a Canadian citizen while New Delhi has asked for proof while refuting the allegations. Also read | Trudeau says India ‘attacking’ me personally; Canada police allege New Delhi-Bishnoi gang collaboration On Monday (Oct 14), India recalled its High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma and other top diplomats, saying it had lost faith in the Trudeau government to protect its assets. "We have no faith in the current Canadian Government's commitment to ensure their security. Therefore, the Government of India has decided to withdraw the High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats and officials," read a statement by the ministry. Later in the day, six Canadian diplomats, including Charge d'Affaires, Stewart Wheeler were asked to leave India by or before 11:59 pm local time on Saturday (Oct 19). (With inputs from agencies)

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Canadian PM Justin Trudeau’s campaign against India escalates. Canada-India diplomatic war comes down to sanctions against later. Canada's Foreign Minister says ‘everything on the table’ when asked about sanctions on India. The rift intensified after Canada accused India of promoting criminal activities on its soil. Relations have nosedived since Canada notified the expulsion of six Indian diplomats. Watch to know more!

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<p>In a new political headache for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, some lawmakers from his own party have now started a campaign to unseat him to make way for new leadership. CBC News reported that more than a dozen Liberal Party MPs have signed a document, calling for a ‘change’. The report said that “at least” 20 MPs have signed the letter, without identifying the ruling party lawmakers.</p>

<p>According to reports, discontent against Trudeau’s leadership is on the rise in the Liberal Party after the party faced by-election losses in Montreal and Toronto.</p>

<p>Polls in the LaSalle-Emard-Verdun district of Montreal were conducted by Bloc Quebecois candidate Louis-Philippe Sauve, who received 28 per cent of the votes compared to 27.2 per cent cast for Liberal Party candidate Laura Palestini.</p>

<p>Criticism mounted as the liberal leader was travelling to an Asian country for a summit even as his party bit the dust back home.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiorrP-tY-JAxVCkq8BHaLGJQYQxfQBKAB6BAgMEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-withdraws-high-commissioner-top-diplomats-from-canada-as-ties-collapse-767401" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-withdraws-high-commissioner-top-diplomats-from-canada-as-ties-collapse-767401&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiorrP-tY-JAxVCkq8BHaLGJQYQxfQBKAB6BAgMEAE">‘We have no faith...’: India recalls high commissioner, top diplomats to Canada as ties hit rock-bottom</a></strong></p>

<p>One MP who signed the document told CBC, "This is an insurance policy. We needed to act before the pressure from the PMO intensifies."</p>

<p>Earlier, Canadian media outlet Toronto Star reported that an effort was going on within the party to topple Trudeau, with “at least 30 to 40 MPs” willing to sign a letter calling for him to resign.</p>

<p>Notably, there are 153 Liberal Party lawmakers in Canada’s House of Commons. It means that the number of dissenting MPs is not going to dent Trudeau’s Prime ministership but it has harmed his reputation for sure.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiorrP-tY-JAxVCkq8BHaLGJQYQxfQBKAB6BAgSEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trudeau-says-india-attacking-me-personally-canada-police-allege-new-delhi-bishnoi-gang-collaboration-767468" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/trudeau-says-india-attacking-me-personally-canada-police-allege-new-delhi-bishnoi-gang-collaboration-767468&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiorrP-tY-JAxVCkq8BHaLGJQYQxfQBKAB6BAgSEAE">Trudeau says India ‘attacking’ me personally; Canada police allege New Delhi-Bishnoi gang collaboration</a></strong></p>

<p>Reacting to the news reports, Canada Trade Minister Mary Ng said the effort by the ruling party MPs was “disappointing.”</p>

<p>She said she had full confidence in PM Trudeau’s leadership.</p>

<p>In September, the NDP party of Jagmeet Singh had withdrawn support from the Liberal Party, leaving the Trudeau government hanging by a thread.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a new political headache for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, some lawmakers from his own party have now started a campaign to unseat him to make way for new leadership.

In a new political headache for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, some lawmakers from his own party have now started a campaign to unseat him to make way for new leadership. CBC News reported that more than a dozen Liberal Party MPs have signed a document, calling for a ‘change’. The report said that “at least” 20 MPs have signed the letter, without identifying the ruling party lawmakers. According to reports, discontent against Trudeau’s leadership is on the rise in the Liberal Party after the party faced by-election losses in Montreal and Toronto. Polls in the LaSalle-Emard-Verdun district of Montreal were conducted by Bloc Quebecois candidate Louis-Philippe Sauve, who received 28 per cent of the votes compared to 27.2 per cent cast for Liberal Party candidate Laura Palestini. Criticism mounted as the liberal leader was travelling to an Asian country for a summit even as his party bit the dust back home. Also read: ‘We have no faith...’: India recalls high commissioner, top diplomats to Canada as ties hit rock-bottom One MP who signed the document told CBC, "This is an insurance policy. We needed to act before the pressure from the PMO intensifies." Earlier, Canadian media outlet Toronto Star reported that an effort was going on within the party to topple Trudeau, with “at least 30 to 40 MPs” willing to sign a letter calling for him to resign. Notably, there are 153 Liberal Party lawmakers in Canada’s House of Commons. It means that the number of dissenting MPs is not going to dent Trudeau’s Prime ministership but it has harmed his reputation for sure. Also read: Trudeau says India ‘attacking’ me personally; Canada police allege New Delhi-Bishnoi gang collaboration Reacting to the news reports, Canada Trade Minister Mary Ng said the effort by the ruling party MPs was “disappointing.” She said she had full confidence in PM Trudeau’s leadership. In September, the NDP party of Jagmeet Singh had withdrawn support from the Liberal Party, leaving the Trudeau government hanging by a thread. (With inputs from agencies)

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India announced its decision to withdraw its high commissioner and several "targeted" diplomats and officials from Canada in response to Ottawa's efforts to link them to an investigation into the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

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Amidst growing unpopularity domestically, experts and reports suggest that the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic rift is an intentional tactic by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to hold on to his post, as a distraction for his government’s shortcomings. Leading to the question is Trudeau desperate to survive with pro-Khalistan political games?

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