Indian High Commission in Canada condemns ‘violent disruption’ at Brampton Hindu temple

November 4, 2024 12:17 PM

Indian High Commission in Canada condemns ‘violent disruption’ at Brampton Hindu temple

The Indian High Commission in Canada has condemned the "violent disruption" by anti-India elements at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, near Toronto. The clashes erupted on Sunday outside a consular camp organized in collaboration with the Hindu Sabha Mandir. In an official statement, the High Commission expressed concern over the incident and said that future events would only be organized if adequate security measures are ensured by local authorities. "We have seen violent disruption today ...

“If Canada wants them, give them space—call it Khalistan,” says recalled Indian envoy

October 25, 2024 8:19 PM

“If Canada wants them, give them space—call it Khalistan,” says recalled Indian envoy

Sanjay Verma, India’s recalled High Commissioner to Canada, made a bold statement during an exclusive interview, asserting that a mere fraction of Canadian Sikhs supports the Khalistani cause. He suggested that if Canada is sympathetic to these individuals, it should "give them a place and call it Khalistan." Verma emphasized that Khalistani extremists pose a challenge to India's territorial integrity and sovereignty. "These are Canadian citizens challenging Indian territorial integrity and s...

“No shred of evidence was shared, it was all politically motivated”: Indian envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma on India-Canada Row

October 24, 2024 10:27 PM

“No shred of evidence was shared, it was all politically motivated”: Indian envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma on India-Canada Row

Indian envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma, who was recalled from Canada by the Indian government over safety concerns, stated that Canada failed to provide any evidence to support its allegations against India. He described the accusations as politically motivated and part of an ill-conceived attempt to target India. In an exclusive interview, Verma emphasized that India, as a "responsible democracy," neither interferes in the internal affairs of other nations nor adopts policies to harm other countries....

EAM Jaishankar criticizes Canada, says “even double standards are mild words…”

October 21, 2024 10:36 PM

EAM Jaishankar criticizes Canada, says “even double standards are mild words…”

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking at the 'NDTV World Summit 2024: The India Century,' criticized Canada for its inconsistent diplomatic standards amid ongoing tensions between the two countries. Jaishankar highlighted the stark contrast in how diplomats from India and Canada are treated in each other’s countries. "So apparently, the license they give themselves is entirely different from the restrictions they impose on diplomats in Canada," Jaishankar said. "When we tell them...

“Some Khalistani extremists are deep assets of CSIS”, says recalled envoy to Canada Sanjay Verma

October 21, 2024 1:08 PM

“Some Khalistani extremists are deep assets of CSIS”, says recalled envoy to Canada Sanjay Verma

Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma, recently recalled to India amid escalating tensions between New Delhi and Ottawa, has claimed that Khalistani extremists and terrorists are "deep assets" of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). In an interview with Canada-based CTV News, Verma accused the Canadian government of "encouraging" Khalistani extremists. "Khalistani extremists are being encouraged all the time. This is my allegation, I also know that some of these ...

26 extradition requests pending over last decade: MEA calls out Canada for “no action”

October 18, 2024 11:22 AM

26 extradition requests pending over last decade: MEA calls out Canada for “no action”

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) criticized Canada for failing to act on multiple extradition and provisional arrest requests over the past decade, accusing the country of harboring criminals and anti-India elements despite repeated appeals for cooperation. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal revealed that India currently has 26 extradition requests pending with Canada. “Over the last decade or more, there have also been several requests for the ...

MEA criticizes Trudeau for “gap between actions and words” on anti-India elements

October 17, 2024 9:11 PM

MEA criticizes Trudeau for “gap between actions and words” on anti-India elements

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) slammed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday, for failing to act against anti-India elements despite his claims of supporting the 'One India' policy. "There is a clear gap between PM Trudeau’s words and actions," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said during a briefing. "Although he professes support for the 'One India' policy, no action has been taken against elements promoting separatism and the dismemberment of India." The diplomatic sta...

Canadian Prime Minister admits Canada had ‘intel, not hard proof’ against India in Nijjar killing

October 17, 2024 9:07 AM

Canadian Prime Minister admits Canada had ‘intel, not hard proof’ against India in Nijjar killing

After Canadian Prime Minister admitted that his government had not provided hard evidentiary proof when it accused India of being involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Ministry of External Affairs said Justin Trudeau "only confirms" what India has been saying "consistently all along." The MEA also held Trudeau's "cavalier behaviour" responsible for damaging India-Canada relations. "What we have heard today only confirms what we have been saying consistently a...

America backs Canada’s allegations, urges India to cooperate with investigation

October 16, 2024 9:13 AM

America backs Canada’s allegations, urges India to cooperate with investigation

Terming Canada's allegations "extremely serious," US has asked India to "cooperate" with Ottawa's investigation into the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India and Canada have been dealing with an unprecedented diplomatic crisis after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged that Indian government agents were involved in the killing of Nijjar in Canada. India has rejected Canada's allegations, terming it "absurd" and "politically motivated." On Monday, six Indian diplomats ...

“Simply not true”: Sources reject Trudeau’s claims of evidence on Nijjar case

October 15, 2024 5:03 PM

“Simply not true”: Sources reject Trudeau’s claims of evidence on Nijjar case

Top Indian sources have rejected Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s claims that Canada provided "credible evidence" to India regarding the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, ANI reported . According to the sources, Canada has resorted to making "vague accusations" and shifting the burden of denial onto India. During a press conference on Monday, Trudeau accused Indian agents of engaging in "clandestine information-gathering techniques, coercive behavior, and violent a...