India-Canada Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Amid Khalistani Controversies

The arrest of Khalistani leader Arsh Dalla and a series of diplomatic expulsions highlight ongoing strains between India and Canada.

Canadian authorities arrested Khalistani separatist leader Arsh Dalla in connection with a recent shooting in Milton, Ontario.
The Indian government dismissed as fake a memo allegedly linking its diplomats to violent crimes in Canada.
Former Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh criticized Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for deteriorating India-Canada relations.
Trudeau acknowledged the presence of Khalistani supporters in Canada but emphasized they do not represent the entire Sikh community.
The Indian Consulate in Toronto canceled some events due to inadequate security, reflecting heightened diplomatic tensions.