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international-relations1 year ago

Tensions Rise as India-Canada Diplomatic Rift Deepens Over Temple Incidents

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged the presence of Khalistani supporters in Canada, stating they do not represent the entire Sikh community. This admission comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between India and Canada following the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, which Trudeau suggested involved Indian agents—a claim India denies. Recent violence at a Hindu temple in Canada has further strained relations, with both countries expressing concerns over the safety of their nationals. Trudeau admitted that Canada's allegations against India were based on intelligence rather than concrete evidence.

via NDTV|
#diplomatic-tensions#hardeep-singh-nijjar#india-canada-relations
politics1 year ago

Trudeau Clarifies Sikh Representation Amid India-Canada Tensions

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that pro-Khalistan separatists do not represent the Sikh community in Canada, emphasizing that violence and intolerance have no place in the country. His remarks, made during a Diwali event, followed clashes between pro-Khalistan supporters and others at a consular camp in Brampton. Trudeau also noted that Modi supporters do not represent the Hindu community in Canada, reiterating in the House of Commons that those inciting violence do not reflect the broader Sikh or Hindu communities.

via The Times of India|
#canada#justin-trudeau#khalistan
world-news1 year ago

Tensions Rise as Protests Erupt Near Hindu Temples in Canada

Riot prevention teams were deployed in Brampton, Canada, to disperse a protest by the Hindu community following a violent clash with Khalistani supporters at a Hindu temple. The protest, which was declared an unlawful assembly due to reports of weapons, saw thousands carrying Indian flags and chanting against Khalistan extremism and the Trudeau government. No arrests have been made, but police are reviewing footage for potential charges. Community leaders are calling for a ban on protests near places of worship to maintain peace and are urging political leaders to address the divisions.

via The Tribune India|
#brampton#canada#hindu-community
international-news1 year ago

Canada Temple Attack Sparks International Condemnation and Arrests

A Canadian police officer, Harinder Sohi, has been suspended after being filmed participating in a pro-Khalistan protest outside a Hindu temple in Brampton, where anti-India slogans were chanted. The incident, which involved violence and clashes between demonstrators, has drawn condemnation from Canadian leaders and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who called for accountability from the Canadian government. The protest has heightened diplomatic tensions between Canada and India, with calls for the protection of places of worship and prosecution of those involved in the violence.

via NDTV|
#canada#hindu-temple#international-news
world-news1 year ago

"Climate Change's Impact on Earth's Rotation and Timekeeping"

The Sikh community in America is holding a nonbinding referendum on whether there should be an independent Khalistan, a homeland for Sikhs separate from India. The referendum comes in the wake of growing urgency for an independent state following historical events, including the 1984 Sikh genocide and recent transnational repression by the Indian government. While some believe Sikhs are happy in India, others argue for the right to self-determination and highlight ongoing threats to minority communities. The referendum aims to tell the Sikh story and advocate for freedom through the ballot, not the bullet.

via LAist|
#india#khalistan#referendum
international-relations2 years ago

FBI Chief Visits India Amidst Sikh Assassination Plot Indictment

FBI Director Christopher Wray is in India to strengthen security cooperation, but his visit comes after the US accused an Indian government official of being involved in a conspiracy to kill a Sikh separatist in New York City. The alleged target, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, is considered a terrorist by the Indian government but an activist by some Sikhs overseas. The US plot was foiled, and India has denied involvement, setting up a committee to investigate the accusations. While the incident has raised concerns about New Delhi's credibility, analysts believe the chances of a major fallout between the US and India are low, as both countries are committed to countering China.

via CNN|
#assassination-plot#fbi#india
international-relations2 years ago

India's Concerns over Khalistan: A Canadian Connection and International Fallout

The issue of Sikh separatism and calls for Khalistan, a separate Sikh homeland, has resurfaced and strained relations between India and Canada. The history of overseas Sikh separatism, including the 1985 Air India bombing, has been thrust back into the spotlight. While there hasn't been an active insurgency in Punjab for decades, sporadic violence and targeted killings have reignited concerns. India accuses Canada of being a safe haven for Sikh separatists and has taken diplomatic measures in response. The Sikh diaspora in countries like the US, UK, Australia, and Canada continue to advocate for Khalistan, while some Sikh organizations argue that the movement is being falsely equated with terrorism.

via CNN|
#canada#india#international-relations
politics2 years ago

Sikh-Canada Relations Strained Amidst Allegations and Protests

Canadian Sikhs are grateful to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for speaking out about their fears and standing up to India, despite the risk of backlash. The Indian government denies involvement in the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada, but many Canadian Sikhs remain unconvinced. Trudeau's actions have strained relations between the two countries, with India issuing a travel warning and halting visa issuance to Canadians. The Sikh community in Canada has significant political influence, with 15 members in the House of Commons. Trudeau's move risks derailing economic and political relations with India, while distracting from his efforts to address cost-of-living concerns.

via Reuters|
#canada#india#justin-trudeau
international-relations2 years ago

Khalistani Groups Plan Fresh Anti-India Rally in Canada Despite Trudeau's 'Strong Ties' Assurance

Khalistani groups are planning a fresh anti-India rally in Canada, where Sikh radicals from across the country will gather to discuss the rising threat of Indian violence and formulate a Panthic response. This comes despite Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent assertion of the need for strong ties with India. Tensions between the two countries have been escalating since Trudeau's allegations of Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani sympathizer Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which India vehemently denies.

via News18|
#anti-india-rally#canada#india
international-relations2 years ago

"India-US Relations: Jaishankar Addresses Concerns, Trudeau Remains Committed"

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the ongoing Canada issue with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan during a meeting at the Hudson Institute in Washington DC. Jaishankar explained India's concerns regarding the allegations made by the Canadian Prime Minister and highlighted the issue of Khalistan in Canada. He also mentioned that Indian diplomats in Canada were facing intimidation, leading to the temporary suspension of visa operations. The US State Department urged India to cooperate fully with the ongoing Canadian investigation. The meeting between Jaishankar and Blinken laid the groundwork for the upcoming India-US 2+2 Dialogue in New Delhi.

via The Indian Express|
#canada#diplomatic-relations#india
politics2 years ago

The Reality of Sikh Separatism in India and Trudeau's Silence

The recent diplomatic clash between India and Canada over the killing of a wanted Sikh extremist has highlighted the exaggerated portrayal of Sikh separatism as a national security threat by the Indian government. While the Indian government claims that Canada's lax attitude towards Sikh extremism poses a threat, there is little support for a secessionist cause among Sikhs in Punjab, where violence is primarily gang-related and fueled by economic desperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has capitalized on the separatist threat to strengthen his image as a strong leader and rally support ahead of the upcoming national election. However, Sikhs in Punjab view the portrayal of security risks as an attempt to erase their unique identity and oppose the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's nationalist ideology. The Khalistan separatist movement remains largely a diaspora issue, with proponents of violence representing a tiny minority.

via The New York Times|
#canada#india#khalistan
politics2 years ago

"Canadian Sikh Leader's Killing Reignites Historic Battle for Justice"

The killing of Canadian Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar has reignited the historic fight for Sikh separatism and an independent homeland, known as Khalistan. Canada's Sikh community, the largest outside India, has long felt mistreated by both British colonial and post-independence Indian governments. The movement for Khalistan has a violent history, including the 1984 Operation Blue Star and the Air India bombings in 1985. While the popularity of the Khalistan cause within Canada's Sikh population remains unclear, a younger generation has become more emboldened and provocative. The recent murder of Nijjar and allegations of India's involvement have further fueled mistrust and resentment among Sikhs in Canada.

via The Guardian|
#canada#india#khalistan
international-relations2 years ago

Jaishankar Responds to Canada's Nijjar Allegations

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar responded to Canada's allegations of Indian involvement in the assassination of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar, stating that if Canada provides specific information, India is open to investigating the matter. Jaishankar highlighted the presence of organized crime and secessionist forces in Canada and expressed concern over threats to Indian diplomats and attacks on Indian consulates. India has rejected Canada's claims and suspended visa services, while issuing a travel advisory for its citizens to exercise caution due to growing anti-India activities and politically-condoned hate crimes in Canada.

via Hindustan Times|
#assassination#canada#hardeep-singh-nijjar
international-relations2 years ago

Strained Relations: India, Canada, and the West's Double-Dealing

Justin Trudeau's recent statement to the House of Commons highlights the strained relations between the Trudeau family and India, with a history of neglecting the issue of Khalistani supporters and gangsters operating from Canadian soil. This is not the first time such tensions have arisen, as in 1982, Pierre Trudeau, Justin's father, refused to extradite Talwinder Singh Parmar, the mastermind behind the Air India bombing in 1985.

via Times of India|
#air-india-bombing#india#international-relations
international-affairs2 years ago

Terrorist Sponsorship and Protests: Canada's Diplomatic War with Khalistan Supporters

Indian intelligence sources reveal that pro-Khalistan elements in Canada, including slain terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, are sponsoring visas for Punjab youths to work in gurdwaras controlled by them. These youths, brought in for medium-skilled jobs and religious duties, are then manipulated into joining the separatist movement and organizing anti-India protests. The Shiromani Akali Dal-Amritsar political party in Punjab is also charging money to issue letters for seeking political asylum in Canada, falsely claiming religious persecution. Canadian agencies are accused of turning a blind eye to the activities of pro-Khalistan elements, allowing them to intimidate the local Indian diaspora and threaten defacement of temples. The human trafficking channel is seen as a means to compensate for the lack of support for the Khalistani cause among Sikhs in Canada.

via Times of India|
#canada#indian-intelligence#international-affairs