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Indian student Vanshika found dead in Canada after missing for 4 days

Vanshika was from the Dera Bassi of Punjab. She moved to Canada to pursue a diploma course two and half years ago, after completing her schooling in India

Canada condemns Pahalgam attack, Senator calls it 'barbaric assault'

The attack occurred on Tuesday in the scenic Baisaran meadow area of Pahalgam in Anantnag district, turning a serene tourist destination into a site of horror

Canadian MP Arya urges unity against Khalistani threat after temple attack

Arya said that the graffiti on the walls of the temple is 'chilling reminder' of 'growing influence' of Khalistani extremism

Family seeks govt help to bring home body of Indian student shot in Canada

The family of a 21-year-old Indian student who was killed in Canada urged the Centre and the Punjab government on Saturday for their assistance in bringing back her body. Harsimrat Kaur Randhawa died after a stray bullet struck her while she was waiting at a bus stop on her way to work. Shots were allegedly fired by a car occupant. She was a student at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario. Harsimrat hailed from Dhunda village in Goindwal Sahib in the Tarn Taran district. Her grandfather Sukhwinder Singh in Tarn Taran said Harsimrat had gone to Canada two years ago for studies. "We came to know from our relatives yesterday. She was standing on the road and then a bullet hit her," he told reporters. The family urged both governments to expedite the process to bring back her body to India. After the news of Harsimrat's death reached the village, many villagers expressed grief to the family. The Consulate General of India in Toronto said in a post on X Friday, "We are deeply saddene

Indian student killed by stray bullet in shooting incident in Canada

A 21-year old Indian student was killed in Canada after she was struck by a stray bullet as she was waiting at a bus stop on her way to work and shots were fired by a car occupant. Harsimrat Randhawa was a student at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario. Hamilton Police is investigating the homicide that happened Wednesday, saying Randhawa was an innocent bystander. The Consulate General of India in Toronto said in a post on X Friday, "We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Indian student Harsimrat Randhawa in Hamilton, Ontario." The official added, "As per local police, she was an innocent victim, fatally struck by a stray bullet during a shooting incident involving two vehicles. A homicide investigation is currently underway. We are in close contact with her family and are extending all necessary assistance. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family during this difficult time." Hamilton Police in a statement said that at around 7.30 pm local time, it received .

India, China could interfere in elections, claims Canadian spy agency

Vanessa Lloyd, deputy director at CSIS, also warned that China could use tools enabled by artificial intelligence

'Hope to rebuild ties': India blames extremists for strain with Canada

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal blamed Canada's support for extremists for strained ties, expressing hope for rebuilding trust-based relations

Two Indian-origin ministers in new Canada PM's cabinet; Khera gets health

Indo-Canadian Anita Anand and Delhi-born Kamal Khera, one of the youngest women ever elected to the Canadian Parliament, are part of new Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet. Liberal Party's Carney, a former central banker, was sworn in alongside members of the 30th Canadian Ministry on Friday at a ceremony presided over by Governor General Mary Simon here. Anand, 58, is the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry while Khera, 36, is Minister of Health, both among the few retaining their ministerial posts, albeit with different portfolios, from former prime minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet. Delhi-born Khera's family shifted to Canada when she was still in school. She later earned her Bachelor of Science degree from York University, Toronto. The Prime Minister of Canada's website mentions that Khera was first elected as a Member of Parliament for Brampton West in 2015. Minister Khera is one of the youngest women ever elected to Parliament. A registered nurse, community volunte

Trudeau highlights Liberal party's achievements ahead of stepping down

Trudeau said, I am damn proud of what we've done over these past 10 years for the middle class and the people working hard to join it

Despite Kanishka bombing lessons, Canada gave space to extremists: Govt

Despite lessons learnt from the terrorist act of the 1985 Kanishka bombing, space has been provided by the Canadian government for "violent extremists and secessionists" to continue their activities in the name of charter freedoms, the government said on Thursday. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said this in a written response to a query in Rajya Sabha. The government was asked the current status of India's engagement with the Canadian government and other partners, regarding the investigation and prosecution of those responsible for the 1985 Kanishka bombing and the details thereof. The AI-182 Kanishka bombing was planned and executed in Canada. The dastardly attack claimed the lives of 329 innocent people (largely of India-origin), including 24 Indian nationals, the minister said. In May 2006, the government of Canada appointed a Commission of Inquiry to examine the events surrounding the bombing; the subsequent investigation carried out by the relevant

India in wait-and-watch mode as US President Trump unleashes trade war

Even though Trump has repeatedly labelled India a high-tariff nation, he has yet to take action against New Delhi

Canadian report finds 'no definitive link' between Nijjar killing and India

A Canada commission report has said that "no definitive link" with a "foreign state" in the killing of Canadian Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was "proven", smashing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations that accused the involvement of Indian agents in the killing. In September 2023, Trudeau said Canada had credible evidence that agents of the Indian government were involved in the murder of Nijjar in British Columbia in June 2023. The report titled "Public Inquiry Into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions' was released on Tuesday. In the report commissioner Marie-Josee Hogue said "Disinformation is used as a retaliatory tactic to punish decisions that run contrary to a state's interests." The report has suggested India spread disinformation on the killing of Nijjar. "This may have been the case with a disinformation campaign that followed the Prime Minister's announcement regarding suspected Indian involvement in the .

Canada: 50,000 foreign students no-shows in 2024, including 20,000 Indian

This figure, accounting for 6.9% of all international students tracked by IRCC, has raised concerns about the effectiveness of Canada's compliance system for international students

Indian-origin Anita Anand opts out of Canada PM race to replace Trudeau

Anita Anand's was among the top contenders for the position after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation, effective once the Liberal Party elects a new leader

Trudeau gone, what next for India-Canada ties? Ujjal Dosanjh explains

In an exclusive conversation with Business Standard, former Canadian minister Ujjal Dosanjh spoke about the India-Canada ties in post-Trudeau era

Canadian court grants bail to 4 Indians arrested in Nijjar murder case

Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh and Amandeep Singh were arrested by Canada's Royal Canadian Mounted Police in connection with the Nijjar murder probe

Justin Trudeau resignation: From Jagmeet's U-turn to FM's exit, key moments

Trudeau, elected in 2015 after a decade of Conservative rule, was praised for reviving Canada's liberal identity but lost support recently amid surging living costs and concerns over immigration

Trudeau's tenure was marked by foolish policies: Congress MP Singhvi

Singhvi hoped Trudeau's resignation would be the harbinger of peaceful Indo-Canada relations

Canada to end immigration points for job offers to combat LMIA fraud

Currently, a job offer can raise an applicant's Express Entry score by at least 50 points. This has greatly improved an applicant's chances of qualification for permanent residency

Canada immigration 2024: How Trudeau changed policies to 'fix mistakes'

A series of policy changes have been introduced since January 2024, affecting international workers and students, particularly from India