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Indian Diplomat Stopped From Entering UK Gurdwara By Khalistani Extremists

30Sep

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Indian Diplomat Stopped From Entering UK Gurdwara By Khalistani Extremists

[ad_1] A pro-Khalistani activist was seen blocking Vikram Doraiswami's car in the purported video.New Delhi: The Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, was stopped from entering a gurdwara in Scotland by Khalistani extremists. The incident comes amid a row over Canada accusing India of involvement in the killing of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.According to a purported video going viral on social media, a pro-Khalistan activist was seen blocking Mr Doraiswami from entering the Glasgow Gurdwara on Albert Drive.The video shows two men near the High Commissioner's car in the parking area. One of them is seen attempting to open the car door, which has been locked from the inside. The high commissioner's car then leaves the gurdwara premises.Indian High Commissioner was invit...

US Lawmakers, Indian-American Bodies Seek Thorough Probe Into Indian Consulate Attack

8Jul

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US Lawmakers, Indian-American Bodies Seek Thorough Probe Into Indian Consulate Attack

[ad_1] Earlier this month, Khalistan supporters attacked Indian consulate in San Francisco.Washington: American lawmakers and several Indian-American community organisations have denounced the recent attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco and called for a thorough probe into the incident so that the perpetrators are brought to justice.While the right to protest is ingrained in the US Constitution, no one has the right to engage in violence, they said in separate statements and tweets on Friday.They also condemned the threats issued to Indian diplomats, including India's Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu, by separatist Sikhs and called on the Biden administration to ensure safety of foreign diplomats.A video by Khalistan supporters, dated July 2 and posted on Twitter, sh...

“Always Taken Action”: Justin Trudeau On Indian Move Over Khalistan

6Jul

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“Always Taken Action”: Justin Trudeau On Indian Move Over Khalistan

[ad_1] Justin Trudeau said, "Canada has always taken extremely seriously violence."New Delhi: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday said that Canada has always taken "serious action" against terrorism, rebutting criticisms that his government has been lax on pro-Khalistan activists within the country.His remarks were in response to accusations from India, which on Monday summoned the Canadian ambassador in New Delhi, expressing concern over escalating activities by pro-Khalistan elements in Canada. This diplomatic move by India also comes two days before a scheduled pro-Khalistan rally outside the Indian High Commission in Ottawa on July 8."They are wrong. Canada has always taken extremely seriously violence and threats of violence. We have always taken serious action agains...

“Khalistan Movement Fizzling Out”: US Sikhs To Finance Minister

11Apr

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“Khalistan Movement Fizzling Out”: US Sikhs To Finance Minister

[ad_1] The delegation felicitated Nirmala Sitharaman with traditional SaropaWashington: The steps taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the interest of the Sikh community including their long-pending demands have resulted in the fizzling out of the separatist Khalistan movement, a delegation of Sikh Americans told the visiting Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday.Led by its chairman Jasdeep (Jassee) Singh and president Kanwaljit Singh Soni, the delegation felicitated her with traditional Saropa, memento, and flower bouquet.Applauding the Modi Government for being there for Sikhs and for implementing several demands from the Sikh Community in the past nine years, Jassee Singh also said that due to these actions of the prime minister, Khalistan movement has fizzled out in...

Khalistan Supporters Target Indian Honorary Consulate In Australia: Report

24Feb

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Khalistan Supporters Target Indian Honorary Consulate In Australia: Report

[ad_1] India has already asked the Australian government to curb the anti-India activities.Merlbourne: The Honorary Consulate of India in Australia's Brisbane city was targeted by Khalistani supporters who raised the Khalistan flag at the office, the latest in a series of radical activities against the Indian community in the country, according to a media report on Friday.The incident came days after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited the country and emphasised the need for vigilance against "radical activities" targeting the Indian community in Australia.According to The Australia Today portal, the Honorary Consulate of India located on Swann Road in the Taringa suburb of Brisbane was targeted by Khalistan supporters on the night of February 21.Honorary Consul of India in Br...

“Makes Us Concerned”: Indians In Australia Condemn Vandalisation Of Hindu Temples

18Feb

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“Makes Us Concerned”: Indians In Australia Condemn Vandalisation Of Hindu Temples

[ad_1] In January, Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Australia's Carrum Downs was vandalised with anti-Hindu graffiti.Sydney: The Indian community in Australia condemned the vandalism of Hindu temples in several parts of the country and demanded strict action against the perpetrators. Earlier in January this year, several Hindu temples were vandalized in different parts of Australia allegedly by Khalistan supporters."I expect the Government to take appropriate actions against this. We are Hindus and in our culture, the meaning of Hinduism is a way of life and we respect every religion," said an Indian in Sydney while speaking to ANI."Every time we hear something like this, it makes us concerned. As a Hindu or a Christian or a Muslim, we're all one and we support each other. The government has ...

India Wants Action On Khalistani Group Holding “Punjab Referendum” In Canada

7Oct

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India Wants Action On Khalistani Group Holding “Punjab Referendum” In Canada

[ad_1] "We have conveyed concerns to Canadian government at different levels," says Arindam Bagchi.New Delhi: Recalling the bombing of Air India plane 'Kanishka' in 1985 by Khalistani separatists, the Indian government on Friday expressed worries over activities of the "Sikhs for Justice" organisation in Canada, particularly over what the SFJ calls "Punjab Independence Referendum". The organisation is banned in India."These objectionable referendums... it is very unfortunate that these are being allowed in a friendly country. We have reiterated the same before as well. We have conveyed our concerns to the Canadian government at different levels," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said during a weekly presser."We hope that these activities stop in future. India has ...

Centre’s Notice To Wikipedia On Cricketer Arshdeep Singh’s Vandalised Page

5Sep

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Centre’s Notice To Wikipedia On Cricketer Arshdeep Singh’s Vandalised Page

[ad_1] Arshdeep Singh faced vitriolic attacks on social media by some users after he dropped a crucial catchNew Delhi: The government has sent a notice on Wikipedia after a Khalistani slur appeared on the information page of cricketer Arshdeep Singh, a senior IT Ministry source said.Mr Singh faced vitriolic attacks on social media by some users after he dropped a crucial catch in a thrilling Super 4 Asia Cup clash between India and Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday.After the missed catch, information on his Wikipedia page was changed to link him to the separatist Khalistani movement.The government on Monday slammed Wikipedia over the publishing of false information on Mr Singh's page that linked him to the separatist Khalistani movement and made it clear that such incitement cannot be permitte...