‘Smear campaign': India reacts to Canadian media report on Nijjar killing
India | November 20, 2024 23:53 ISTIn response, MEA said such smear campaigns will further damage the already strained ties between the two countries.
In response, MEA said such smear campaigns will further damage the already strained ties between the two countries.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau acknowledged flaws in Canada's immigration policies and announced cuts to permanent and temporary resident admissions to address housing and inflation concerns.
Media reports claimed that the Canadian administration is demanding payments from Hindu organisations in exchange for protection. This triggered frustration among the Hindu groups.
The cancellation occurred nearly a week after protesters carrying Khalistani flags clashed with devotees at a Hindu Sabha temple, disrupting an event that was co-organised by the temple authorities and the Indian Consulate in Brampton.
Diplomatic tensions between India and Canada have escalated as Prime Minister Trudeau acknowledged the presence of Khalistani supporters in Canada, while both nations continue to clash over the unsolved killing of Khalistani figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Billionaire Elon Musk has forecasted the political downfall of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in the upcoming federal election, set to occur by October 2025.
Hindu Sabha Mandir President Madhusudan Lama has suspended the pundit who spread violent rhetoric. The Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council denounced the acts of violence at the Hindu Sabha on Sunday night.
The announcement by the Consulate comes merely days after violence disruption was orchestrated by anti-India extremists was seen when the Indian consulate had co-organised a consular camp outside the Hindi Sabha Temple in Brampton, near Toronto.
Several MPs suggested that the next meeting be scheduled after the state elections and by-elections to ensure maximum participation, as some members may be occupied with campaign duties.
Prominent Sikh community leader Jasdip Singh Jassee said that those involved in the attack are not Sikhs. He demanded that the Canadian Government should take strong action against those responsible for it.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also strongly condemned the attack by Khalistani extremists at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, calling it equally appalling are the 'cowardly attempts' to intimidate our diplomats.
Disturbing reports came from Canada today as Khalistanis attacked Hindus by entering into the temple. The Canadian police watched the spectacle as Hindus were beaten inside the temple by the Khalistanis. These separatist leaders attacked the Hindus with sticks injuring many. More than eight and a ha
Meanwhile, the High Commission of India in Ottawa also issued a strong statement on Monday condemning the recent attack on Brampton’s Hindu Sabha temple by "anti-India" elements.
India strongly condemned the violent disruption at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, where an Indian consular camp was attacked on Sunday.
"The acts of violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton today are unacceptable. Every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely and safely," Trudeau said.
Trudeau underlined Diwali’s significance to one of the country’s largest and most diverse diasporas. “Happy Diwali! Today, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, and Jain families will celebrate the triumph of light over darkness with festivities...," he wrote on social media.
Trudeau's national security and intelligence advisor told the Commons public safety committee that she did not require Trudeau's authorisation for the leak and insisted no "classified intelligence" was provided to the US publication.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a temporary reduction in immigration targets through the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan. He said, the plan allows the economy to catch up while focusing on sustainable, long-term growth.
India's high commissioner to Canada has denied any involvement in the murder of a Canadian terrorist who was killed outside a gurdwara last year. Verma said he was shocked when he was declared a 'person of interest' by Canada in the murder case of a Khalistani terrorist.
Arya reported that a group of Khalistani protesters staged a disruptive demonstration against him during a Hindu event in Edmonton two weeks ago. He stated that he was only able to attend the event safely with the protection of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
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