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TopicSikh separatism

Topic: Sikh separatism

Sikh separatists engaging in violent extremism a ‘threat to national security’—Canada intel report

The annual intelligence report also highlights India as one of the main perpetrators of espionage activities in Canada, along with China, Russia and Iran.

Collapse of Jagmeet Singh-led NDP & the waning political clout of Sikh separatists in Canada

April election results have given PM Mark Carney space to rebuild ties with India & influence of Sikh separatist groups has been curbed, for now. Modi to travel to Canada for G7.

Fresh trouble hits India-Canada ties, New Delhi protests threatening language at Khalsa Day parade

The flare-up comes a week after Mark Carney's election win, offering a chance to reset India-Canada ties strained by the Nijjar killing allegations.

Arsh Dalla aide who shot him in Canada linked to Punjab grenade attacks, extortion in Delhi

Gurjant Singh alias Gurjant Jenta, now on radar of Indian security agencies, once held influence in Punjab but is expanding his reach beyond the state, it is learnt.

Barred from polls over ‘outspoken advocacy’ for Hindus, separatism stance—3-time Canada MP Chandra Arya

The Liberal MP made the remarks after a Canadian media report that said his candidacy was revoked over his ties to India. Arya visited India in August last year and met PM Modi.

As Bhindranwale flag row intensifies, Himachal road transport body curtails bus services to Punjab

HRTC bus drivers have refused to enter Punjab fearing attacks in retaliation over Sikh pilgrims being stopped in Himachal for sporting flags with pictures of Bhindranwale.

Modi flags anti-India elements, terrorists to New Zealand PM amid Sikh separatist referendums

PM Christopher Luxon, on a 5-day trip to India, set to attend Raisina Dialogue as chief guest. The two countries have also agreed to step up defence ties and signed 6 agreements.

India wants action not words from UK after Sikh separatists break Jaishankar’s security cordon

When Jaishankar was leaving London's Chatham House Wednesday, a Sikh separatist tore an Indian flag in front of his vehicle. This is not the first such incident. 

Modi govt’s bill ‘targeting Allah’s lands’ & why India’s new RBI Governor must be cautious

International media also took note of the security breach during S Jaishankar’s visit to London, when a Sikh separatist broke through a police cordon

India-US promise ‘decisive action’ against Sikh separatists, send stern message to Pakistan

Islamabad rejected the specific reference to Pakistan, calling it ‘contrary to diplomatic norms’; also expressed concern about India buying American security platforms.

On Camera

India’s solar ambition needs financial vision – ISA must move from commitments to execution

The ISA should champion a Global Solar Asset Registry for standardised project information, and establish a Solar Credit Guarantee mechanism to mitigate political and currency risks.

India-US set to ink mini trade deal soon, reach understanding on agricultural & dairy products

Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.

3 top ULFA-I leaders ‘killed’ in Myanmar, Indian Army denies role as insurgent group alleges involvement

The banned group claimed their leaders & cadres were killed in ‘drone strikes’ by the Indian Army. Guwahati Defence PRO denies any such operation.

RSS chief Bhagwat draws the line at 75. India’s politics stares at the Modi Exception

BJP has no dynastic succession, at least not at the top. You can trace this back to Vajpayee-Advani era. This act of spotting, empowering younger talent is even more striking with the choice of BJP presidents.