<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">A public inquiry into foreign interference in Canada has concluded that there is "no definitive link to a foreign state" in the killing of pro-<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/viral-video-gurpatwant-pannun-attends-donald-trumps-inauguration-chants-pro-khalistan-slogans-8643100">Khalistan</a> activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This finding contradicts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau&rsquo;s earlier allegations that India was involved in the incident.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Relations between Canada and India have been tense since Trudeau publicly suggested Indian involvement in Nijjar&rsquo;s killing. However, the inquiry report accused India of conducting a "disinformation campaign" in response to these claims.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maha-kumbh-continues-as-571-million-devotees-take-holy-dip-after-30-die-in-tragic-stampede-8669384">Maha Kumbh continues as 57.1 million devotees take holy dip after 30 die in tragic stampede</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;Disinformation is also used as a retaliatory tactic, to punish decisions </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">that run</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> contrary to a state&rsquo;s interests. This may have been the case with a disinformation campaign that followed the Prime Minister&rsquo;s announcement regarding suspected Indian involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar (though again no definitive link to a foreign state could be proven),&rdquo; the report said.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">India on</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Tuesday (Jan 28) dismissed allegations of interference in Canada&rsquo;s federal elections, which were mentioned in the same report from the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference.</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> India&rsquo;s Ministry of External Affairs refuted suggestions that "the government of India was suspected of using proxy agents to provide clandestine financial support to candidates from three political parties in a federal election."</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/union-cabinet-clears-national-critical-mineral-mission-to-boost-self-reliance-8669470">Union Cabinet clears 'National Critical Mineral Mission' to boost self-reliance</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">The inquiry, titled 'Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions', was led by Commissioner Marie-Josee Hogue. While the report claimed that India spread disinformation regarding Nijjar&rsquo;s killing, it also said that Canada had found no direct link to a foreign state in the activist&rsquo;s death.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">&ldquo;This may have been the case with a disinformation campaign that followed the Prime Minister&rsquo;s [Justin Trudeau&rsquo;s] announcement regarding suspected Indian involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar (though again no definitive link to a foreign state could be proven),&rdquo; the report added.</span></p>
<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/all-4-accused-in-hardeep-singh-nijjar-case-remain-in-custody-8606689">All 4 accused in Hardeep Singh Nijjar case remain in custody</a></span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Nijjar</span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> was shot dead outside a gurdwara in Surrey, Canada, on 18 June 2023.</span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">After Trudeau&rsquo;s allegations, India&rsquo;s Ministry of External Affairs slammed what it described as a "smear campaign," warning that such accusations would "further damage our already strained ties." The 123-page report also mentioned the expulsion of six Indian diplomats in October 2023, labelling them "agents." Canadian police claimed they had evidence of a "campaign of violence."</span></p>
<p><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">(With inputs from agencies)</span></em></p>

India News, World: Relations between Canada and India have been tense since Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau publicly suggested Indian involvement in Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing.

A public inquiry into foreign interference in Canada has concluded that there is "no definitive link to a foreign state" in the killing of pro-Khalistan activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This finding contradicts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s earlier allegations that India was involved in the incident. Relations between Canada and India have been tense since Trudeau publicly suggested Indian involvement in Nijjar’s killing. However, the inquiry report accused India of conducting a "disinformation campaign" in response to these claims. Also read: Maha Kumbh continues as 57.1 million devotees take holy dip after 30 die in tragic stampede “Disinformation is also used as a retaliatory tactic, to punish decisions that run contrary to a state’s interests. This may have been the case with a disinformation campaign that followed the Prime Minister’s announcement regarding suspected Indian involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar (though again no definitive link to a foreign state could be proven),” the report said. India on Tuesday (Jan 28) dismissed allegations of interference in Canada’s federal elections, which were mentioned in the same report from the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference. India’s Ministry of External Affairs refuted suggestions that "the government of India was suspected of using proxy agents to provide clandestine financial support to candidates from three political parties in a federal election." Also read: Union Cabinet clears 'National Critical Mineral Mission' to boost self-reliance The inquiry, titled 'Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions', was led by Commissioner Marie-Josee Hogue. While the report claimed that India spread disinformation regarding Nijjar’s killing, it also said that Canada had found no direct link to a foreign state in the activist’s death. “This may have been the case with a disinformation campaign that followed the Prime Minister’s [Justin Trudeau’s] announcement regarding suspected Indian involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar (though again no definitive link to a foreign state could be proven),” the report added. Also read: All 4 accused in Hardeep Singh Nijjar case remain in custody Nijjar was shot dead outside a gurdwara in Surrey, Canada, on 18 June 2023. After Trudeau’s allegations, India’s Ministry of External Affairs slammed what it described as a "smear campaign," warning that such accusations would "further damage our already strained ties." The 123-page report also mentioned the expulsion of six Indian diplomats in October 2023, labelling them "agents." Canadian police claimed they had evidence of a "campaign of violence." (With inputs from agencies)

Canadian report vindicates India's stance on Nijjar killing, says no definitive link

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<p>Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a banned organisation in India under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), has claimed that the Russian embassy in Canada facilitated the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist, by sharing "signal intelligence) with the Indian intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&amp;AW). </p>
<p>In a recent statement, SFJ leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, designated a terrorist by India, alleged that Indian Ambassador to the United States (US) Vinay Kwatra, in coordination with Russian Ambassador to Canada, Oleg Stepanov, was running a surveillance and spy network in the US and Canada. </p>
<h2><strong>Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account</strong></h2>
<p>Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead by unidentified men on June 18 last year.</p>
<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-assures-safety-of-indian-ambassador-kwatra-amid-threats-from-pannun-784958">US assures safety of Indian Ambassador Kwatra amid threats from Pannun</a></strong></p>
<p>Nijjar's death triggered a diplomatic row between Canada and India, with Ottawa saying it suspected India's involvement in the killing and New Delhi calling the allegation "absurd."</p>
<p>In his statement, Pannun said that the Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account just weeks before his killing to facilitate India track his movements.</p>
<p>"Simultaneously, Russian Agency hacked Telegram account of Pannun, SFJ General Counsel, and shared location and movements with RAW Officials in planning the since foiled Murder For Hire Plot," the statement added.</p>
<h2><strong>Reward for tip on public engagements of Kwatra and Stepanov</strong></h2>
<p>Pannun also said that the SFJ has announced a $25,000 reward for providing a tip on any upcoming public engagements of Vinay Kwatra and Oleg Stepanov.</p>
<p><strong>Also watch | Gravitas: Why is Canada protecting terrorist Pannun?</strong></p>
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<p>"Pro-Khalistan Sikhs are going to question the Indian and Russian ambassadors on their Role in violent attacks on pro-Khalistan Sikhs on Canadian and American Soil," he added. </p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, designated a terrorist by India, has said that Indian Ambassador to the United States (US) Vinay Kwatra, in coordination with Russian Ambassador to Canada, Oleg Stepanov, was running a surveillance and spy network in the US and Canada. 



United States/Canada Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a banned organisation in India under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), has claimed that the Russian embassy in Canada facilitated the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist, by sharing "signal intelligence) with the Indian intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW). In a recent statement, SFJ leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, designated a terrorist by India, alleged that Indian Ambassador to the United States (US) Vinay Kwatra, in coordination with Russian Ambassador to Canada, Oleg Stepanov, was running a surveillance and spy network in the US and Canada. Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead by unidentified men on June 18 last year. Also read | US assures safety of Indian Ambassador Kwatra amid threats from Pannun Nijjar's death triggered a diplomatic row between Canada and India, with Ottawa saying it suspected India's involvement in the killing and New Delhi calling the allegation "absurd." In his statement, Pannun said that the Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account just weeks before his killing to facilitate India track his movements. "Simultaneously, Russian Agency hacked Telegram account of Pannun, SFJ General Counsel, and shared location and movements with RAW Officials in planning the since foiled Murder For Hire Plot," the statement added. Reward for tip on public engagements of Kwatra and Stepanov Pannun also said that the SFJ has announced a $25,000 reward for providing a tip on any upcoming public engagements of Vinay Kwatra and Oleg Stepanov. Also watch | Gravitas: Why is Canada protecting terrorist Pannun? "Pro-Khalistan Sikhs are going to question the Indian and Russian ambassadors on their Role in violent attacks on pro-Khalistan Sikhs on Canadian and American Soil," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian embassy in Canada facilitated Hardeep Singh Nijjar's assassination: SFJ

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<p>Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a banned organisation in India under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), has claimed that the Russian embassy in Canada facilitated the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist,&nbsp;by sharing "signal intelligence) with the Indian intelligence agency,&nbsp;the Research and Analysis Wing&nbsp;(R&amp;AW).&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a recent statement, SFJ leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, designated a terrorist by India, alleged that Indian Ambassador to the United States (US) Vinay Kwatra, in coordination with Russian Ambassador to Canada, Oleg Stepanov, was running a surveillance and spy network in the US and Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account</strong></h2>

<p>Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead by unidentified men on June 18 last year.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-assures-safety-of-indian-ambassador-kwatra-amid-threats-from-pannun-784958">US assures safety of Indian Ambassador Kwatra amid threats from Pannun</a></strong></p>

<p>Nijjar's death triggered a diplomatic row between Canada and India, with Ottawa saying it suspected India's involvement in the killing and New Delhi calling the allegation "absurd."</p>

<p>In his statement, Pannun said that the Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account just weeks before his killing to facilitate India track&nbsp;his movements.</p>

<p>"Simultaneously, Russian Agency hacked Telegram account of Pannun, SFJ General Counsel, and shared location and movements with&nbsp;RAW Officials in planning the since foiled Murder For Hire Plot," the statement added.</p>

<h2><strong>Reward for tip on public engagements of Kwatra and Stepanov</strong></h2>

<p>Pannun also said that the SFJ has announced a $25,000 reward for providing a tip on any upcoming public engagements of Vinay Kwatra and Oleg Stepanov.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | Gravitas: Why is Canada protecting terrorist Pannun?</strong></p>

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<p>"Pro-Khalistan Sikhs are going to question the Indian and Russian ambassadors on their Role in violent attacks on pro-Khalistan Sikhs on Canadian and American Soil," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a banned organisation in India under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), has claimed that the Russian embassy in Canada facilitated the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist, by sharing "signal intelligence) with the Indian intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW).

Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a banned organisation in India under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), has claimed that the Russian embassy in Canada facilitated the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist, by sharing "signal intelligence) with the Indian intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW). In a recent statement, SFJ leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, designated a terrorist by India, alleged that Indian Ambassador to the United States (US) Vinay Kwatra, in coordination with Russian Ambassador to Canada, Oleg Stepanov, was running a surveillance and spy network in the US and Canada. Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead by unidentified men on June 18 last year. Also read | US assures safety of Indian Ambassador Kwatra amid threats from Pannun Nijjar's death triggered a diplomatic row between Canada and India, with Ottawa saying it suspected India's involvement in the killing and New Delhi calling the allegation "absurd." In his statement, Pannun said that the Russian embassy in Canada hacked Nijjar's Telegram account just weeks before his killing to facilitate India track his movements. "Simultaneously, Russian Agency hacked Telegram account of Pannun, SFJ General Counsel, and shared location and movements with RAW Officials in planning the since foiled Murder For Hire Plot," the statement added. Reward for tip on public engagements of Kwatra and Stepanov Pannun also said that the SFJ has announced a $25,000 reward for providing a tip on any upcoming public engagements of Vinay Kwatra and Oleg Stepanov. Also watch | Gravitas: Why is Canada protecting terrorist Pannun? "Pro-Khalistan Sikhs are going to question the Indian and Russian ambassadors on their Role in violent attacks on pro-Khalistan Sikhs on Canadian and American Soil," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

<p>The government of Canada has taken the decision to go ahead with a "direct indictment" against four Indian nationals who are facing accusations of killing Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, as per Indian media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With this decision, the pre-trial proceedings have been stayed in the Surrey Provincial Court and the case will go directly to the Supreme Court.</p>

<p>The four Indian citizens—Amandeep Singh, Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Karan Brar—were earlier set to appear for a hearing in the Surrey Provincial Court on November 21, but now this stands cancelled, and they will appear on February 11, 2025.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ludicrous-india-dismisses-canadian-report-claiming-pm-modi-knew-of-nijjar-death-plot-777937">'Ludicrous,' India dismisses Canadian report claiming PM Modi knew of Nijjar death plot</a></p>

<p>They will appear on February 11 for a case management conference, and their pretrial applications will be scheduled. The four Indian citizens have been kept in holding facilities in Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What does direct indictment mean in Nijjar killing case?</strong></h2>

<p>In this case, a direct indictment means that the accused will directly go on trial without any preliminary hearing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Because of this jump, a crucial stage is skipped where the defence counsel of the accused would get an opportunity to carry out the prosecution witnesses' cross-examination and understand the case against their client before the start of the actual trial.</p>

<p>A direct indictment is a special power that is used sparingly, as per the Canadian Criminal Code.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Khalistani Separatist Pannun Threatens To Attack India's Ram Temple</strong></p>

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<p>It recognises the constitutional responsibility of the Attorney General to ensure those who need to be tried are indeed being tried.</p>

<p>It is generally invoked in specific circumstances of public interest, like when the safety of witnesses or their families is a concern.</p>

<p>On June 18, 2023, Nijjar was killed in Surrey, which led to turbulence in India-Canada ties after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made “credible allegations” of a potential link between the killing and Indian agents. Reacting to this, India called the charges "motivated" and "absurd".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The government of Canada has taken the decision to go ahead with a "direct indictment" against four Indian nationals who are facing accusations of killing Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, as per Indian media reports.

The government of Canada has taken the decision to go ahead with a "direct indictment" against four Indian nationals who are facing accusations of killing Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, as per Indian media reports. With this decision, the pre-trial proceedings have been stayed in the Surrey Provincial Court and the case will go directly to the Supreme Court. The four Indian citizens—Amandeep Singh, Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Karan Brar—were earlier set to appear for a hearing in the Surrey Provincial Court on November 21, but now this stands cancelled, and they will appear on February 11, 2025. Also Read: 'Ludicrous,' India dismisses Canadian report claiming PM Modi knew of Nijjar death plot They will appear on February 11 for a case management conference, and their pretrial applications will be scheduled. The four Indian citizens have been kept in holding facilities in Canada. What does direct indictment mean in Nijjar killing case? In this case, a direct indictment means that the accused will directly go on trial without any preliminary hearing. Because of this jump, a crucial stage is skipped where the defence counsel of the accused would get an opportunity to carry out the prosecution witnesses' cross-examination and understand the case against their client before the start of the actual trial. A direct indictment is a special power that is used sparingly, as per the Canadian Criminal Code. Watch: Khalistani Separatist Pannun Threatens To Attack India's Ram Temple It recognises the constitutional responsibility of the Attorney General to ensure those who need to be tried are indeed being tried. It is generally invoked in specific circumstances of public interest, like when the safety of witnesses or their families is a concern. On June 18, 2023, Nijjar was killed in Surrey, which led to turbulence in India-Canada ties after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made “credible allegations” of a potential link between the killing and Indian agents. Reacting to this, India called the charges "motivated" and "absurd". (With inputs from agencies)

Nijjar killing row: Canada pushes for 'direct indictment' against four Indians, stays pre-trial hearings

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1751}">India and Canada are at odds again after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau repeatedly accused New Delhi—without proof—of involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist and Sikh separatist leader.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1818}">As the Canadian PM continues to accuse India of violating Canada's sovereignty,&nbsp;a list of Canada-linked terrorists, gangsters, and extremists shared by the Indian government with Ottawa is doing the rounds. At the time of reporting this, these individuals are still at large and believed to be in Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:149,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1885}">This list contains the names and other specific details of eight gangsters wreaking havoc in India. These men are accused of committing or orchestrating crimes, including murders and other terror-related offences, yet no action has been initiated by Ottawa.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:219,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1955}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:219,&quot;w&quot;:190,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1955}">The gangsters' list</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:264,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2000}">This damning list contains names of Goldy Brar, a member of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who claimed responsibility for the murder of famed Punjabi singer Shubhdeep Singh aka Sidhu Moose Wala.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:314,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2050}">A quick glance at the gangsters' list reveals information that, if used properly, can help cut down terror-related crimes in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:363,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:363,&quot;w&quot;:722,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-canada-tensions-congress-urges-pm-modi-to-take-opposition-into-confidence-on-diplomatic-crisis-767643">India-Canada tensions: Congress urges PM Modi to take opposition into confidence on diplomatic crisis</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:413,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2149}">It includes everything from the gangsters' photos, their addresses in Canada and India, their passport numbers and the heinous crimes they stand accused of. Let's take a look at the gangsters and their crimes even as Canada is yet to take any action against them:&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:484,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2220}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:484,&quot;w&quot;:116,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2220}">Goldy Brar</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:528,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2264}">Satinderjit Singh alias Goldy Brar stands accused of multiple murders: Sidhu Moosewala, Kabaddi player Dharminder Singh, Dera Sacha Sauda follower Pardeep Singh and gangster Harjit Singh Penta. According to the list, he is also linked to the killing of Gurlal Singh alias Pehalwan, District President and Youth Congress Zila Parishad member and associate of Bambiha gang.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:616,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2352}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:616,&quot;w&quot;:231,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2352}">Sandeep Singh Sidhu</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:661,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2397}">Sandeep Singh Sidhu, alias Sunny, is a resident of Abbotsford, British Columbia. Sunny is accused of promoting terrorist activities in India's Punjab and the execution of Balwinder Singh Sandhu in Punjab with the help of a noted gangster Sukhmeetpal Singh aka Sukh Bhikhariwal.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:728,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2464}">Sunny, as per the list, is an employee of the Canada Border Service Agency and has recently been promoted to the rank of 'Superintendent' and an associate of known "pro-Khalistani terrorists" including Lakhbir Singh Rode and USA-based Gurjot Kaur.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:728,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2464}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-mp-urges-trudeau-to-collaborate-with-india-others-to-protect-hindus-from-rising-khalistani-threat-768262">Canadian MP urges Trudeau to collaborate with India, others to protect Hindus from rising Khalistani threat</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:799,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2535}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:799,&quot;w&quot;:375,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2535}">Arshdeep Singh Gill aka Arsh Dalla</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:843,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2579}">As per the list, Arsh Dalla, a member of radical group Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), is currently based in Canada's Surrey. He is known to be involved in many cases of targeted killings, extortion and terrorist activities and is proscribed under the UAPA - Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, as a designated terrorist.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:910,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2646}">Gill, an expert in radicalisation of youth, worked in collaboration with Nijjar. He is also accused of the murder of Paramjeet Singh, an electrician in Jagraon, Punjab. Furthermore, he is complicit in the killing of Manohar Lal, a Dera Sacha Sauda follower, and the conspiracy to kidnap and kill Shakti Singh, another Dera Sacha Sauda follower.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:998,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2734}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:998,&quot;w&quot;:596,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2734}">Charanjit Singh alias Rinku Randhawa alias Rinku Bihla</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1043,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2779}">Rinku Bihla moved to Canada on fake travel documents nine years ago and is currently a resident of Surrey. A Khalistani extremist, he is also a known associate of Nijjar Arshdeep Singh. The list states his involvement in more than 25 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder and extortion.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1043,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2779}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/false-implications-mea-denies-canada-expelled-envoys-says-india-pulled-its-diplomats-first-768382">'False implications': MEA denies Canada expelled envoys, says India pulled its diplomats first</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1114,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2850}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1114,&quot;w&quot;:406,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2850}">Ramandeep Singh alias Raman Judge</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1158,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2894}">Raman Judge&nbsp;is also based in Surrey and is an associate of the Jaipal Bhullar Gang. The brother of gangster Gagan Judge, a jailed member of Jaipal Bhullar Gang, he is involved in about 10 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder and extortion. He also stands accused of the murder of a Dera follower in 2020 and an attack on a priest in Phillaur in 2021.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1246,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2982}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1246,&quot;w&quot;:278,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2982}">Lakhbir Singh alias Landa</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1291,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3027}">Landa stands accused of involvement in over 30 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder, extortion and carrying out multiple RPG attacks.&nbsp;</p>

<h3 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1343,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3079}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1343,&quot;w&quot;:276,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3079}">Gurpinder Singh alias Baba Dalla</strong></h3>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1381,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3117}">Baba Dalla&nbsp;is believed to be residing in British Columbia, Canada. A known associate of Nijjar and KTF group, he is a wanted gangster involved in about eight criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder and extortion.</p>

<h3 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1451,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3187}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1451,&quot;w&quot;:292,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3187}">Sukhdul Singh alias Sukha Duneke</strong></h3>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1489,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3225}">Sukha Duneke, another wanted gangster, is believed to be located in Canada's Ontario. He has over 30 criminal cases against him, including two murders, four attacks with intent to murder, aiding the escape of prisoners, extortion and UAPA-related cases.&nbsp;</p>


India and Canada are at odds again after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau repeatedly accused New Delhi—without proof—of involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist and Sikh separatist leader.

India and Canada are at odds again after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau repeatedly accused New Delhi—without proof—of involvement in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist and Sikh separatist leader. As the Canadian PM continues to accuse India of violating Canada's sovereignty, a list of Canada-linked terrorists, gangsters, and extremists shared by the Indian government with Ottawa is doing the rounds. At the time of reporting this, these individuals are still at large and believed to be in Canada. This list contains the names and other specific details of eight gangsters wreaking havoc in India. These men are accused of committing or orchestrating crimes, including murders and other terror-related offences, yet no action has been initiated by Ottawa. The gangsters' list This damning list contains names of Goldy Brar, a member of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who claimed responsibility for the murder of famed Punjabi singer Shubhdeep Singh aka Sidhu Moose Wala. A quick glance at the gangsters' list reveals information that, if used properly, can help cut down terror-related crimes in India. Also read | India-Canada tensions: Congress urges PM Modi to take opposition into confidence on diplomatic crisis It includes everything from the gangsters' photos, their addresses in Canada and India, their passport numbers and the heinous crimes they stand accused of. Let's take a look at the gangsters and their crimes even as Canada is yet to take any action against them: Goldy Brar Satinderjit Singh alias Goldy Brar stands accused of multiple murders: Sidhu Moosewala, Kabaddi player Dharminder Singh, Dera Sacha Sauda follower Pardeep Singh and gangster Harjit Singh Penta. According to the list, he is also linked to the killing of Gurlal Singh alias Pehalwan, District President and Youth Congress Zila Parishad member and associate of Bambiha gang. Sandeep Singh Sidhu Sandeep Singh Sidhu, alias Sunny, is a resident of Abbotsford, British Columbia. Sunny is accused of promoting terrorist activities in India's Punjab and the execution of Balwinder Singh Sandhu in Punjab with the help of a noted gangster Sukhmeetpal Singh aka Sukh Bhikhariwal. Sunny, as per the list, is an employee of the Canada Border Service Agency and has recently been promoted to the rank of 'Superintendent' and an associate of known "pro-Khalistani terrorists" including Lakhbir Singh Rode and USA-based Gurjot Kaur. Also read | Canadian MP urges Trudeau to collaborate with India, others to protect Hindus from rising Khalistani threat Arshdeep Singh Gill aka Arsh Dalla As per the list, Arsh Dalla, a member of radical group Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), is currently based in Canada's Surrey. He is known to be involved in many cases of targeted killings, extortion and terrorist activities and is proscribed under the UAPA - Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, as a designated terrorist. Gill, an expert in radicalisation of youth, worked in collaboration with Nijjar. He is also accused of the murder of Paramjeet Singh, an electrician in Jagraon, Punjab. Furthermore, he is complicit in the killing of Manohar Lal, a Dera Sacha Sauda follower, and the conspiracy to kidnap and kill Shakti Singh, another Dera Sacha Sauda follower. Charanjit Singh alias Rinku Randhawa alias Rinku Bihla Rinku Bihla moved to Canada on fake travel documents nine years ago and is currently a resident of Surrey. A Khalistani extremist, he is also a known associate of Nijjar Arshdeep Singh. The list states his involvement in more than 25 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder and extortion. Also read | 'False implications': MEA denies Canada expelled envoys, says India pulled its diplomats first Ramandeep Singh alias Raman Judge Raman Judge is also based in Surrey and is an associate of the Jaipal Bhullar Gang. The brother of gangster Gagan Judge, a jailed member of Jaipal Bhullar Gang, he is involved in about 10 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder and extortion. He also stands accused of the murder of a Dera follower in 2020 and an attack on a priest in Phillaur in 2021. Lakhbir Singh alias Landa Landa stands accused of involvement in over 30 criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder, extortion and carrying out multiple RPG attacks. Gurpinder Singh alias Baba Dalla Baba Dalla is believed to be residing in British Columbia, Canada. A known associate of Nijjar and KTF group, he is a wanted gangster involved in about eight criminal cases, including murder, attempt to murder and extortion. Sukhdul Singh alias Sukha Duneke Sukha Duneke, another wanted gangster, is believed to be located in Canada's Ontario. He has over 30 criminal cases against him, including two murders, four attacks with intent to murder, aiding the escape of prisoners, extortion and UAPA-related cases.

Canada a safe haven for Khalistani terrorists and gangsters? Why isn't Ottawa taking action?

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1702}">India's main opposition party the Indian National Congress has urged the nation's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take all political parties into confidence on the "extremely sensitive and delicate issue" of worsening India-Canada ties.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1769}">This comes as India announced the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats, just hours after recalling the Indian high commissioner and other diplomats from Canada.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1769}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-expels-6-canadian-diplomats-hour-after-recalling-high-commissioner-767438">India expels 6 Canadian diplomats, hours after recalling its high commissioner to Ottawa</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1818}"><strong>Sensitive issue</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:164,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1851}">In a post on X, Congress party spokesperson Jairam Ramesh on Monday (Oct 14) said,&nbsp;"The Indian National Congress certainly hopes and expects that Prime Minister @narendramodi will take the leader of Opposition in both Houses of Parliament, and the leaders of other political parties into confidence immediately on the extremely sensitive and delicate issue of worsening India-Canada relations."</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:454,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2141}">In India's lower house, the Lok Sabha, INC's Rahul Gandhi is the Leader of Opposition while in the upper house Rajya Sabha, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge is the LoP.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:454,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2141}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-condemns-trudeaus-unfounded-allegations-in-nijjar-murder-case-calls-for-concrete-proof-766996">India condemns Trudeau's unfounded allegations in Nijjar murder case, calls for concrete proof</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:503,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2190}">Meanwhile, Sagarika Ghose, a lawmaker of the opposition political party, the Trinamool Congress party, said in a post on X that "India's foreign policy has always been based on building domestic consensus, not on unilateralism."</p>

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<h2><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:574,&quot;w&quot;:160,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2261}">India-Canada worsening ties</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:619,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2306}">The relations between India and Canada suffered severe strain after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations about India's "potential" involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:686,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2373}">While Trudeau claims that his government had "clear and compelling evidence that agents of the government of India have engaged in, and continue to engage in, activities that pose a significant threat to public safety," New Delhi denies the allegations.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:753,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2440}">On Monday, India dismissed Canada's accusations and accused Trudeau of pursuing a "political agenda" and has called for concrete proof.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:802,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2489}">The Modi administration asserts that the Canadian PM is attempting to leverage anti-India, pro-Khalistani sentiment for political gains ahead of his appearance before the public inquiry into foreign interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions on October 16.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:869,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2556}">Despite Trudeau's claims in Parliament that India was involved in Nijjar's death — which happened on Sept 18, 2023 — no evidence has been produced to back this up. The RCMP is still investigating the case and has arrested four Sikh individuals for the murder in what appears to involve gang-related violence.&nbsp;India insists it has nothing to hide, and that it is expecting&nbsp;the Trudeau government to justify its accusations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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India's main opposition party the Indian National Congress has urged the nation's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take all political parties into confidence on the "extremely sensitive and delicate issue" of worsening India-Canada ties.

India's main opposition party the Indian National Congress has urged the nation's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take all political parties into confidence on the "extremely sensitive and delicate issue" of worsening India-Canada ties. This comes as India announced the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats, just hours after recalling the Indian high commissioner and other diplomats from Canada. Also read | India expels 6 Canadian diplomats, hours after recalling its high commissioner to Ottawa Sensitive issue In a post on X, Congress party spokesperson Jairam Ramesh on Monday (Oct 14) said, "The Indian National Congress certainly hopes and expects that Prime Minister @narendramodi will take the leader of Opposition in both Houses of Parliament, and the leaders of other political parties into confidence immediately on the extremely sensitive and delicate issue of worsening India-Canada relations." The Indian National Congress certainly hopes and expects that Prime Minister @narendramodi will take the Leader of Opposition in both Houses of Parliament, and the leaders of other political parties into confidence immediately on the extremely sensitive and delicate issue of… — Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) October 14, 2024 × In India's lower house, the Lok Sabha, INC's Rahul Gandhi is the Leader of Opposition while in the upper house Rajya Sabha, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge is the LoP. Also read | India condemns Trudeau's unfounded allegations in Nijjar murder case, calls for concrete proof Meanwhile, Sagarika Ghose, a lawmaker of the opposition political party, the Trinamool Congress party, said in a post on X that "India's foreign policy has always been based on building domestic consensus, not on unilateralism." India’s diplomatic standoff with Canada is escalating disturbingly by the day. PM @narendramodi must immediately take the opposition into confidence on this highly sensitive and grave issue. India’s foreign policy has always been based on building domestic consensus not on… — Sagarika Ghose (@sagarikaghose) October 14, 2024 × India-Canada worsening ties The relations between India and Canada suffered severe strain after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations about India's "potential" involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. While Trudeau claims that his government had "clear and compelling evidence that agents of the government of India have engaged in, and continue to engage in, activities that pose a significant threat to public safety," New Delhi denies the allegations. On Monday, India dismissed Canada's accusations and accused Trudeau of pursuing a "political agenda" and has called for concrete proof. The Modi administration asserts that the Canadian PM is attempting to leverage anti-India, pro-Khalistani sentiment for political gains ahead of his appearance before the public inquiry into foreign interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions on October 16. Despite Trudeau's claims in Parliament that India was involved in Nijjar's death — which happened on Sept 18, 2023 — no evidence has been produced to back this up. The RCMP is still investigating the case and has arrested four Sikh individuals for the murder in what appears to involve gang-related violence. India insists it has nothing to hide, and that it is expecting the Trudeau government to justify its accusations. (With inputs from agencies)

India-Canada tensions: Congress urges PM Modi to take opposition into confidence on diplomatic crisis

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1705}">India, as per reports, has made it clear to Canada that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cannot make unfounded accusations against the country's ruling Narendra Modi government regarding the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar without providing evidence.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:81,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1771}">New Delhi communicated this to Ottawa during a meeting with senior Canadian security officials and diplomats in a third country on Saturday (Oct 12).&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:133,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1823}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:133,&quot;w&quot;:181,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1823}">What happened?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:177,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1867}">India expressed its concerns to top security officials and diplomats of Justin Trudeau's government. New Delhi made it clear that influencing investigations and giving political directions to investigative agencies for political gain is illegal.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1916}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:692,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1916}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:611,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1916}" data-ved="2ahUKEwiq1Y6x1YqJAxUIUGcHHWQ6JrwQxfQBKAB6BAgJEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/top-aide-of-hardeep-nijjar-organiser-of-khalistan-referendum-attacked-in-us-report-751783" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/top-aide-of-hardeep-nijjar-organiser-of-khalistan-referendum-attacked-in-us-report-751783&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiq1Y6x1YqJAxUIUGcHHWQ6JrwQxfQBKAB6BAgJEAE">Top aide of Hardeep Nijjar, organiser of Khalistan Referendum, attacked in US: Report</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1948}">The discussion followed an awkward encounter at the ASEAN summit on October 11, where Trudeau ambushed the Indian PM and attempted to raise the Nijjar issue. Modi reportedly told him it was "not the time and place" for such discussions. India later clarified that no meaningful conversation had occurred between the two leaders.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:328,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2018}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:328,&quot;w&quot;:191,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2018}">Political motives?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:372,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2062}">Trudeau's timing has raised eyebrows. The Modi administration reportedly asserts that the Canadian PM is attempting to leverage anti-India, pro-Khalistani sentiment for political gains ahead of his appearance before the public inquiry into foreign interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions on October 16.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:438,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2128}">Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has appeared before the so-called commission and has made public the government's intention to implicate India, with the Public Safety Minister scheduled to testify soon on Oct 15.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:438,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2128}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiq1Y6x1YqJAxUIUGcHHWQ6JrwQxfQBKAB6BAgKEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nijjar-aide-warned-of-increased-threat-to-life-claims-separatist-753937" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/nijjar-aide-warned-of-increased-threat-to-life-claims-separatist-753937&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiq1Y6x1YqJAxUIUGcHHWQ6JrwQxfQBKAB6BAgKEAE">Nijjar aide warned of 'increased threat to life', claims separatist Pannun</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:487,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2177}">Despite Trudeau's claims in Parliament that India was involved in Nijjar's death — which happened on Sept 18, 2023 — no evidence has been produced to back this up. The RCMP is still investigating the case and has arrested four Sikh individuals for the murder in what appears to involve gang-related violence.&nbsp;</p>

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India, as per reports, has made it clear to Canada that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cannot make unfounded accusations against the country's ruling Narendra Modi government regarding the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar without providing evidence.

India, as per reports, has made it clear to Canada that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cannot make unfounded accusations against the country's ruling Narendra Modi government regarding the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar without providing evidence. New Delhi communicated this to Ottawa during a meeting with senior Canadian security officials and diplomats in a third country on Saturday (Oct 12). What happened? India expressed its concerns to top security officials and diplomats of Justin Trudeau's government. New Delhi made it clear that influencing investigations and giving political directions to investigative agencies for political gain is illegal. Also read | Top aide of Hardeep Nijjar, organiser of Khalistan Referendum, attacked in US: Report The discussion followed an awkward encounter at the ASEAN summit on October 11, where Trudeau ambushed the Indian PM and attempted to raise the Nijjar issue. Modi reportedly told him it was "not the time and place" for such discussions. India later clarified that no meaningful conversation had occurred between the two leaders. Political motives? Trudeau's timing has raised eyebrows. The Modi administration reportedly asserts that the Canadian PM is attempting to leverage anti-India, pro-Khalistani sentiment for political gains ahead of his appearance before the public inquiry into foreign interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions on October 16. Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has appeared before the so-called commission and has made public the government's intention to implicate India, with the Public Safety Minister scheduled to testify soon on Oct 15. Also read | Nijjar aide warned of 'increased threat to life', claims separatist Pannun Despite Trudeau's claims in Parliament that India was involved in Nijjar's death — which happened on Sept 18, 2023 — no evidence has been produced to back this up. The RCMP is still investigating the case and has arrested four Sikh individuals for the murder in what appears to involve gang-related violence. India insists it has nothing to hide, and that it was expecting the Trudeau government to justify its accusations. With Trudeau's minority government facing pressure ahead of the 2025 Finance Bill, analysts suggest he may continue to leverage the Nijjar narrative to appeal to his political base. However, India has stated that improving relations with Canada hinges on Ottawa taking concrete action against anti-India Khalistani activities on its soil. (With inputs from agencies)

India condemns Trudeau's unfounded allegations in Nijjar murder case, calls for concrete proof

<p>An Indian national, who has been detained in connection with pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, was reportedly assaulted in a detention facility in Canada, as reported by the local media.</p>

<p>According to a report published by the Indo-Canadian Voice, one of the three accused was “attacked at the Surrey Pretrial Centre” and the incident most probably took place in the gym.</p>

<p>The police had arrested three, of the four accused in Nijjar's killing which allegedly took place on&nbsp;June 18, 2023, in Surrey, British Columbia. The trio is now in custody as the cases against them are ongoing in the courts.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-pulls-off-a-pakistan-act-holds-moment-of-silent-for-terrorist-hardeep-nijjar-in-parliament-733095">Canada pulls off a Pakistan act, holds 'moment of silence' for terrorist Hardeep Nijjar in parliament</a></p>

<p>The Voice reported that British Columbia's Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General failed to confirm (or deny) if the incident occurred and shared no information related to it citing “privacy laws and security considerations.”</p>

<h2><strong>Indian nationals arrested in Nijjar murder case&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The police arrested Karan Brar, 22, Kamalpreet Singh, 22, and Karanpreet Singh, 28, on May 3 from Edmonton in Alberta.</p>

<p>The fourth accused, who is 22-year-old Amandeep Singh, was charged with Nijjar’s killing on May 11 when he was kept in custody after being arrested by Peel Regional Police in November 2023 on unrelated weapons and drugs charges.</p>

<p>All four appeared before a judge at the provincial court virtually in Surrey on August 7, however, their trial was adjourned till October 1.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Canada holds 'moment of silence' for terrorist Hardeep Nijjar in parliament</strong></p>

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<p>The four accused were charged with first-degree murder and conspiring to commit murder.</p>

<p>Commander of the Federal Policing Program in the Pacific Region Assistant Commissioner David Teboul on May 3 said that there were “separate and distinct investigations ongoing” including “investigating connections to the Government of India.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Canada’s Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is investigating the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


An Indian national, who has been detained in connection with pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, was reportedly assaulted in a detention facility in Canada, as reported by the local media.

An Indian national, who has been detained in connection with pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing, was reportedly assaulted in a detention facility in Canada, as reported by the local media. According to a report published by the Indo-Canadian Voice, one of the three accused was “attacked at the Surrey Pretrial Centre” and the incident most probably took place in the gym. The police had arrested three, of the four accused in Nijjar's killing which allegedly took place on June 18, 2023, in Surrey, British Columbia. The trio is now in custody as the cases against them are ongoing in the courts. Also Read: Canada pulls off a Pakistan act, holds 'moment of silence' for terrorist Hardeep Nijjar in parliament The Voice reported that British Columbia's Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General failed to confirm (or deny) if the incident occurred and shared no information related to it citing “privacy laws and security considerations.” Indian nationals arrested in Nijjar murder case The police arrested Karan Brar, 22, Kamalpreet Singh, 22, and Karanpreet Singh, 28, on May 3 from Edmonton in Alberta. The fourth accused, who is 22-year-old Amandeep Singh, was charged with Nijjar’s killing on May 11 when he was kept in custody after being arrested by Peel Regional Police in November 2023 on unrelated weapons and drugs charges. All four appeared before a judge at the provincial court virtually in Surrey on August 7, however, their trial was adjourned till October 1. Watch: Canada holds 'moment of silence' for terrorist Hardeep Nijjar in parliament The four accused were charged with first-degree murder and conspiring to commit murder. Commander of the Federal Policing Program in the Pacific Region Assistant Commissioner David Teboul on May 3 said that there were “separate and distinct investigations ongoing” including “investigating connections to the Government of India.” Canada’s Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is investigating the case. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian national accused of killing Nijjar assaulted in detention facility in Canada

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<p>The Canadian Police on Saturday (May 11) arrested a fourth person and charged him with the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced Saturday that Amandeep Singh (an alleged Indian national)&nbsp;has&nbsp;been charged&nbsp;with first-degree murder and conspiracy to murder&nbsp;Nijjar, the news agency Reuters reported.</p>

<p>Singh's arrest came days after the police&nbsp;arrested and charged three men (alleged Indian nationals) in the city of Edmonton in Alberta. The three men&nbsp;were identified&nbsp;as&nbsp;Karanpreet&nbsp;Singh, 28, Kamalpreet&nbsp;Singh, 22, and Karan Brar, 22.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/will-have-to-wait-for-indias-jaishankar-reacts-to-arrests-in-nijjar-murder-case-718139">Will have to wait for...: India's foreign minister S Jaishankar reacts to arrests in Nijjar murder case</a></strong></p>

<p>On Tuesday (May 7), the three&nbsp;appeared briefly in a British Columbia courtroom, wearing prison uniforms.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Nijjar shot dead in June 2023</strong></h2>

<p>Hardeep Singh Nijjar, 45,&nbsp;was shot dead in June 2023 outside a Sikh temple in Surrey. Nijjar was labelled a terrorist by the Indian government in 2020.</p>

<p>In September last year, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Ottawa&nbsp;pursuing&nbsp;allegations linking Indian government agents to the murder. New Delhi rejected Trudeau's claim as absurd.</p>

<h2><strong>India will wait for Canada to share details on arrests</strong></h2>

<p>On Thursday, the Indian government said&nbsp;that it&nbsp;would wait for Canadian authorities&nbsp;to share information on Karanpreet, Kamalpreet, and Karan. Addressing a press conference, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson&nbsp;Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi was aware of the arrest but has not received a formal communication from Canada regarding the case.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: India calls western report on Nijjar 'fake' &amp; 'fabricated'</strong></p>

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<p>"We have long maintained that separatists, extremists and those advocating violence have been given political space in Canada. Our diplomats have been threatened with impunity and obstructed in their&nbsp;performance of&nbsp;duties. We have also pointed out to the Canadian authorities that figures associated with organised crime with links in India have been allowed entry and residency," Jaiswal said.</p>

<p>"Many of our extradition requests are pending with them. We are having discussions at the diplomatic level on all these matters with the Canadian side,"&nbsp;he&nbsp;added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Canadian Police on Saturday (May 11) arrested a fourth person and charged him with the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced Saturday that Amandeep Singh (an alleged Indian national) has been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to murder Nijjar, the news agency Reuters reported.

The Canadian Police on Saturday (May 11) arrested a fourth person and charged him with the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced Saturday that Amandeep Singh (an alleged Indian national) has been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to murder Nijjar, the news agency Reuters reported. Singh's arrest came days after the police arrested and charged three men (alleged Indian nationals) in the city of Edmonton in Alberta. The three men were identified as Karanpreet Singh, 28, Kamalpreet Singh, 22, and Karan Brar, 22. Also read | Will have to wait for...: India's foreign minister S Jaishankar reacts to arrests in Nijjar murder case On Tuesday (May 7), the three appeared briefly in a British Columbia courtroom, wearing prison uniforms. Nijjar shot dead in June 2023 Hardeep Singh Nijjar, 45, was shot dead in June 2023 outside a Sikh temple in Surrey. Nijjar was labelled a terrorist by the Indian government in 2020. In September last year, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Ottawa pursuing allegations linking Indian government agents to the murder. New Delhi rejected Trudeau's claim as absurd. India will wait for Canada to share details on arrests On Thursday, the Indian government said that it would wait for Canadian authorities to share information on Karanpreet, Kamalpreet, and Karan. Addressing a press conference, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi was aware of the arrest but has not received a formal communication from Canada regarding the case. Also watch | Gravitas: India calls western report on Nijjar 'fake' & 'fabricated' × "We have long maintained that separatists, extremists and those advocating violence have been given political space in Canada. Our diplomats have been threatened with impunity and obstructed in their performance of duties. We have also pointed out to the Canadian authorities that figures associated with organised crime with links in India have been allowed entry and residency," Jaiswal said. "Many of our extradition requests are pending with them. We are having discussions at the diplomatic level on all these matters with the Canadian side," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Nijjar killing: Canadian police arrest fourth person, charge him with murder of Khalistani terrorist

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<p>Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday reacted to Canada's information that it arrested three Indians for the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year. Nijjar, 45, was shot dead in June in Surrey. On Friday, the Canadian Police arrested and charged&nbsp;three Indian men with Nijjar's murder.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Royal Canadian Mounted Police named the three men&nbsp;as&nbsp;Karanpreet Singh, 28, Kamalpreet Singh, 22, and Karan Brar, 22. They face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy.</p>

<h2><strong>Jaishankar reacts</strong></h2>

<p>Reacting to&nbsp;the developments, Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar said he had seen the news of the arrests and added&nbsp;that the suspects&nbsp;"apparently are Indians of some&nbsp;kind of&nbsp;gang background... we'll have to wait for the police to tell us."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-terms-nijjar-investigation-results-internal-matter-ottawa-notifies-delhi-of-arrests-718045">India terms Nijjar investigation results Canada’s internal matter, Ottawa notifies Delhi of arrests</a></strong></p>

<p>"But, as I said, one of our concerns&nbsp;which&nbsp;we have been telling&nbsp;them&nbsp;is that, you know, they have allowed organised crime from India, specifically from Punjab, to operate in Canada," . the minister said.</p>

<p>Canadian police said they had worked with US&nbsp;law enforcement&nbsp;agencies,&nbsp;without giving additional&nbsp;details,&nbsp;and suggested more detentions might be coming.</p>

<h2><strong>India requests 'specific and relevant'&nbsp;evidence</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, the Indian government termed&nbsp;preliminary investigation findings in the Nijjar killing case as an internal matter of Canada while restating its request for "specific and relevant evidence" regarding any alleged involvement of New Delhi.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Three arrested in Nijjar murder case, police hint at more arrests</strong></p>

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<p>"I understand that the arrests have&nbsp;been made&nbsp;as a result of&nbsp;investigations conducted by the relevant Canadian law enforcement agencies. This issue is internal to Canada&nbsp;and&nbsp;therefore&nbsp;we have no comments to offer in this regard," said Sanjay Kumar&nbsp;Verma, Indian High Commissioner to Canada.</p>

<p>Verma added that he had been informed about the&nbsp;arrests,&nbsp;and hoped to "get regular updates from the concerned Canadian authorities regarding the arrested Indian nationals."</p>

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Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday reacted to Canada's information that it arrested three Indians for the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year.

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday reacted to Canada's information that it arrested three Indians for the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year. Nijjar, 45, was shot dead in June in Surrey. On Friday, the Canadian Police arrested and charged three Indian men with Nijjar's murder. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police named the three men as Karanpreet Singh, 28, Kamalpreet Singh, 22, and Karan Brar, 22. They face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy. Jaishankar reacts Reacting to the developments, Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar said he had seen the news of the arrests and added that the suspects "apparently are Indians of some kind of gang background... we'll have to wait for the police to tell us." Also read | India terms Nijjar investigation results Canada’s internal matter, Ottawa notifies Delhi of arrests "But, as I said, one of our concerns which we have been telling them is that, you know, they have allowed organised crime from India, specifically from Punjab, to operate in Canada," . the minister said. Canadian police said they had worked with US law enforcement agencies, without giving additional details, and suggested more detentions might be coming. India requests 'specific and relevant' evidence Earlier, the Indian government termed preliminary investigation findings in the Nijjar killing case as an internal matter of Canada while restating its request for "specific and relevant evidence" regarding any alleged involvement of New Delhi. Also watch | Three arrested in Nijjar murder case, police hint at more arrests × "I understand that the arrests have been made as a result of investigations conducted by the relevant Canadian law enforcement agencies. This issue is internal to Canada and therefore we have no comments to offer in this regard," said Sanjay Kumar Verma, Indian High Commissioner to Canada. Verma added that he had been informed about the arrests, and hoped to "get regular updates from the concerned Canadian authorities regarding the arrested Indian nationals." (With inputs from agencies)

Will have to wait for...: India's foreign minister S Jaishankar reacts to arrests in Nijjar murder case