Canadian officials reportedly sought public condemnation of the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar from their allies, including the United States, before Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's explosive allegations implicating Indian agents in the killing. However, their appeal for support was met with measured reluctance, as reported by The Washington Post. This highlights the diplomatic challenges faced by the Biden administration and its allies in managing relations with India. Trudeau's allegations caused a significant rift in bilateral relations with India rejecting them and focusing on Khalistani terrorists and extremists in Canada. 

British Labour Party MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi from Slough expressed concern over reports from Canada, where Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Indian agents of involvement in the killing of Khalistan Tiger Force chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Dhesi mentioned that anxious and angry Sikhs from Slough and beyond had contacted him. He stated that they are working with the UK government to ensure justice. India rejected the allegations, calling them absurd and motivated. World leaders also expressed deep concerns over Trudeau's accusations regarding Indian government involvement in the shooting in British Columbia.

Canada worked closely with the US on intelligence suggesting Indian agents could be involved in Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder in British Columbia, a senior Canadian official said. This issue has soured India-Canada ties, with both countries pausing trade talks and Canada postponing an October trade mission over the killing. PM Justin Trudeau announced Canada is probing the credible allegations against Indian operatives. The evidence will be shared later, the source said. Canada's intelligence coordination with the US supposedly lends external validation linking Nijjar's high-profile murder on Canadian soil with Indian operatives.

Canada has updated its travel advisory for India, warning against visiting Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast amid escalating diplomatic tensions over the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. It cautions of terror attack risks in J&K and extremist groups targeting security forces in Assam and Manipur. This comes as Canada-India ties worsen after PM Justin Trudeau accused Indian agents of Nijjar's killing but said he wants to avoid inflaming tensions further. Both countries expelled one diplomat each following the allegations. The advisory signals Canada's caution given the ongoing crisis.

India expelled a senior Canadian diplomat in response to Ottawa abruptly expelling an Indian official alleged to be the RAW intelligence head in Canada. Sources said India asked the station chief of Canadian intelligence, Olivier Sylvestere operating undercover, to leave within 5 days. India asserted its decision reflects concerns over Canadian diplomats' growing interference in internal affairs and involvement in anti-India activities on Canadian soil. The tit-for-tat expulsion comes after Canada levelled allegations over India's role in a Sikh militant's killing. India denounced meddling by Canadian authorities in an attempt to malign Indian agencies to please some fringe constituents domestically.

Amid escalating tensions with India, Canadian PM Trudeau now says he doesn't want to “provoke” India or “escalate” tension, but wants India to take the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar with “utmost seriousness.” This comes after the international community expressed worry over the escalating tensions between India and Canada, with the UK and US reacting to Trudeau's allegation against India. Over the last two days, Canada and India each expelled a senior diplomat of the other country. The unnamed Canadian diplomat has been asked to leave India within five days.

Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice has called for peaceful protests to shut down Indian consulates in Canada following the killing of separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Canada accused Indian agents of Nijjar's murder, eliciting strong denials from India. SJF's legal counsel Gurpatwant Pannun said they won't allow Indian consulates to function until Canada names those behind the hit. India rejected allegations of its involvement, urging Canada to take action against anti-India elements on its soil. The planned shutdowns risk escalating tensions between India and Canada over the controversial killing. India maintains Nijjar's death is Canada's domestic issue unrelated to Indian agencies.

White House official John Kirby applauded the productive G20 summit hosted by India, stating President Biden left with an optimistic outlook. He thanked PM Modi for India's effective G20 presidency and execution of the agenda. However, Kirby said no India-specific meetings are on Biden's UNGA schedule in New York. At the G20, leaders reached climate, economic and infrastructure corridor agreements that Biden termed a "big deal." The White House praise highlights the success of the G20 under India's leadership. While no new India meetings are planned for now, Kirby's positive assessment reflects strengthened India-US ties from the summit's accomplishments under Modi's presidency.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has repeatedly legitimized anti-India activities by pro-Khalistani elements. He referred to slain Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar merely as a "Canadian citizen" and accused Indian agencies of his killing without evidence. Trudeau has exhibited tolerance towards Khalistani radicals, allowing pro-Khalistan events and asserting "freedom of expression". His appeasement has emboldened anti-India groups despite India's protests. Trudeau's tacit support to Khalistani separatism for vote bank politics has strained India-Canada ties. His tendency to coddle pro-Khalistan groups harboring anti-India sentiments remains a major diplomatic challenge. (Image courtesy: ANI) For more details, click on the link below

The US expressed deep concern over Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's allegation linking Indian agents to a Khalistani leader's murder. White House spokesperson Adrienne Watson said the US remains in contact with Canada and wants a full investigation. This follows Canada expelling an Indian diplomat over the issue, which India rejected as baseless. Trudeau had raised the matter with Biden and UK PM Sunak. The US statement underscores tensions between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistan Tig Force leader Hardeep Singh Nijar. While asking for a thorough probe, the US stopped short of supporting Canada's accusations against Indian operatives.