The US embassy refuted claims that Ambassador Eric Garcetti had suggested worsening India-US relations due to the Canada-India diplomatic spat. The National Security Daily, a newsletter from Politico, cited unnamed US officials, indicating potential friction between India and the US over Canadian PM Trudeau's allegations. The US embassy denied these assertions, emphasizing Garcetti's commitment to deepening the US-India partnership. Despite the Canada-India discord, the US urged cooperation in the investigation. India has condemned Trudeau's claims and advised caution to its citizens in Canada amidst growing anti-India activities. Diplomatic parity efforts continue between India and Canada.

  Scotland Yard has arrested a British-Sikh man on suspicion of "violent disorder" in connection with the attack on the Indian High Commission in London in March 2023. The arrest occurred during a protest on October 2, 2023, over Canadian PM Trudeau's claims of Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, strongly denied by India. The suspect, part of the group involved in the March attack, was apprehended outside India House and released on bail. Meanwhile, Police Scotland found 'no criminality' related to pro-Khalistan extremists blocking the Indian High Commissioner to the UK from entering the Glasgow Gurdwara last Saturday.

The Ambedkar International Centre (AIC) is set to unveil the 'Statue of Equality,' a 19-foot tall sculpture of B. R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of India's Constitution, in Maryland on October 14. Crafted by renowned artist Ram Sutar, the statue will be the tallest representation of Ambedkar outside India. Situated at the AIC in Accokeek, Maryland, the statue pays tribute to Ambedkar, who chaired the Constituent Assembly's Drafting Committee and played a crucial role in shaping India's Constitution. This replica mirrors the world's largest 125-foot Ambedkar statue unveiled in Hyderabad recently.

Indian-American student Atul Rao, studying in London, survived cardiac arrest six times, thanks to the UK's National Health Service (NHS) medics. Rao, from Seattle and a Baylor University student, experienced a pulmonary embolism causing heart blockage. Rushed to London's Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Hammersmith Hospital, he underwent treatment, making a remarkable recovery. Grateful, Rao has now decided to pursue medicine after his experience with the NHS to help others. His parents expressed gratitude for the medical teams' efforts, describing the hospitals as places of worship. Rao's life-changing experience affirmed his career choice and gratitude for a second chance at life.

Indian-origin fraudster Mayur Gaglani ordered to pay back GBP 78,000 by a UK court. Gaglani stole around GBP 250,000 from his first employer and used false invoices and the company's credit card to pay off the stolen money from his second employer. He also spent over GBP 5,000 of the company's funds while on vacation. Gaglani pleaded guilty to fraud and was sentenced to 20 months in prison. He was also ordered to pay back GBP 78,033, which is the amount he benefited from the theft.

Britain’s first lady Akshata Murty made a surprise debut on the UK political stage by introducing her “best friend” and husband, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, at the Conservative Party conference. Saying Sunak was unaware she was “gate-crashing,” the daughter of Infosys founder Narayana Murthy expressed pride in his achievements. She reminisced about meeting Sunak as students at Stanford, where his “honesty, integrity and firm understanding of right from wrong” attracted her. Murty described Sunak as her closest friend and declared supporting him her easiest decision ever. She said Sunak's defining trait is "aspiration" and that she reminds him when times get tough that he's fighting for his and the party's values. Murty's surprise debut speech provided a personal touch to Sunak's formal conference address as UK leader.

Maharashtra Ministers Sudhir Mungantiwar and Uday Samant have signed a Memorandum of Understanding at London's Victoria and Albert Museum to repatriate Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's historic 'Wagh Nakh' (tiger claw) for a three-year display in India. The delegation received a warm welcome from the Indian community. Mungantiwar expressed the significance of commemorating 350 years since Shivaji Maharaj's coronation, stating that the 'Wagh Nakh' would be showcased in a museum for public viewing, considering it a symbol of faith in Maharashtra.

A recent survey conducted among 100+ Indian students in 20+ Canadian colleges and universities reveals that 69% are experiencing anxiety due to the ongoing Indo-Canadian diplomatic row. The participating colleges included York University, Seneca College, Ryerson University, Centennial College, George Brown College, and Carleton University, among others. The study, conducted by LooneyTooney, highlighted increased concerns among female students and those with limited time in Canada. Notably, 77% of surveyed students noted their parents' heightened worry. However, 81% expressed intentions to maintain their long-term plans in Canada, while 9% considered leaving. University of Toronto affirmed its commitment to supporting the Indian student community, emphasizing their safety and wellbeing.

The US government acknowledged the raids on journalists in India but refrained from commenting on the allegations of Chinese links. Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson of the US Department of State, stated that they were aware of concerns regarding an outlet's ties to China but couldn't verify the claims. Patel emphasized the US government's support for global media's role in democracies and highlighted the importance of respecting journalists' human rights. His comments followed Delhi Police's raid on journalists and employees of NewsClick, leading to the arrest of its founder Prabir Purkayastha, amid allegations of receiving funds for pro-China propaganda.

  Canada's Foreign Minister Melanie Joly has stated that the country wants private discussions with India to resolve an escalating diplomatic dispute. This comes after reports emerged that India asked Canada to withdraw 41 of its diplomats. As per reports, the government has also threatened to strip the diplomatic immunity of any Canadian diplomat who remains in the country after the deadline. Ties have frayed over Canada's accusations of Indian involvement in the murder of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. While neither Joly nor PM Justin Trudeau confirmed if India requested the diplomats' departure, Joly affirmed taking diplomats' safety seriously. She insisted diplomatic talks are best held privately. The tense relations follow Canada's claims that Nijjar, labeled a terrorist by India, was killed by India-backed agents.