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TopicHardeep Singh Nijjar

Topic: Hardeep Singh Nijjar

After arrests over Nijjar killing, probe accuses India of trying to influence Canadian politics

India's concerns over Sikh separatists allegedly among key factors. Inquiry also cites intel briefing that interference in 2019 polls did not meet threshold for criminal investigation.

Canadian police arrest 3 Indian nationals in Nijjar killing, say ‘ties to govt of India’ under probe

Suspects in Nijjar killing have been charged with first degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder, ‘connection to government of India’ being probed.

‘Will always defend you,’ Trudeau tells Sikhs amid pro-Khalistan chants. MEA summons Canadian diplomat.

Several political leaders addressed the Khalsa Day celebrations in Toronto on Sunday, including Trudeau ally Jagmeet Singh and leader of opposition Pierre Poilievre.

After French reporter, now Australian journalist leaves India. ‘Was told story on Nijjar went too far’

Avani Dias of ABC News left India on 19 April. Govt officials refute allegations, saying documentary was ‘shot at Attari without permission’, cite 'lack of objectivity' in coverage.

Manipur conflict, Nijjar murder, hurdles before Oppn — US report flags ‘human rights issues’ in India

Annual Human Rights Assessment published by US state dept noted multiple incidents, specially mentioning Siddique Karappan and Umar Khalid as those who were arbitrarily arrested.

Public inquiry into foreign interference in Canada begins, Sikh separatist participates

Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Canadian Federal Elections has begun hearings from witnesses Wednesday. It is expected to hear from 40-plus witnesses until 10 April.

Canada’s state broadcaster airs ‘footage’ of Nijjar killing showing silver car, 2 masked men

Canadian Broadcasting Corporation aired footage in documentary produced as part of investigative series The Fifth Estate. Pro-Khalistan leader was shot dead at Surrey in June 2023

Canada says no ‘foreign hand’ in case of gunshots fired at home of slain separatist Nijjar’s associate

On 1 February, 2024, shots were fired at residence of Simranjeet Singh, following which pro-Sikh separatist organisations alleged that Indian govt may have been behind the shooting.

Jaishankar, Canadian counterpart Joly discuss bilateral ties on sidelines of Munich Conference

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said the two discussed 'present state' of bilateral ties.

Nijjar & Pannun cases related, India is now cooperating — outgoing Canada NSA Jody Thomas

In interview to Canadian news outlet CTV, Thomas described cooperation from India as an 'evolution' of how the two countries have been engaging on matter.

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What’s geopolitical recession? World seems to be heading for one

The long-term rise of China and the 'Global South', combined with a decline of European and Japanese economic power is driving a fundamental shift.

With defence push, India looks to capture markets in Africa beyond western Indian Ocean

India’s defence sector is trying to penetrate the African market. But with China already extending significant influence, India must now play catch-up.      

Abki baar 90 paar for Congress? Why even 30 more seats will ruffle BJP

Discussion about outcome of Lok Sabha polls continues to boil in cauldron of expectations only from BJP. Now reverse this equation, what if we asked about the performance of the 'loser'?