Overview

• Canada accuses Indian government agents of being involved in the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen, in June 2023.
• The United States has urged India to cooperate with Canada's investigation, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations.
• Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has backed police claims linking Indian agents with organized crime elements, further straining diplomatic ties.
• In response, India has expelled multiple Canadian diplomats and recalled its own from Ottawa, escalating the diplomatic row.
• Canada's Trade Minister reassured businesses of maintaining commercial ties with India despite the ongoing tensions.