Justin Trudeau

India slams Canada for giving political space to separatism, extremism and violence

India has rejected Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent remarks regarding the killing of Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, stating that they highlight a worrying tolerance for separatism and violence within Canada. The rejection came during a media briefing in New Delhi on Thursday by MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, who emphasized that such comments not only strain India-Canada relations but also foster an environment conducive to violence and criminal activities in Canada,...

April 30, 2024 12:44 PM

India summons Canadian diplomat over pro-Khalistan slogans raised during event attended by Trudeau

The Ministry of External Affairs on Monday summoned Canadian Deputy High Commissioner Stewart Wheeler after pro-Khalistan slogans were raised during an event in Toronto attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other political leaders. “The Government of India’s deep concern and strong protest was conveyed at such disturbing actions being allowed to continue unchecked at the event. This illustrates once again the political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extr...