White House official John Kirby applauded the productive G20 summit hosted by India, stating President Biden left with an optimistic outlook. He thanked PM Modi for India's effective G20 presidency and execution of the agenda. However, Kirby said no India-specific meetings are on Biden's UNGA schedule in New York. At the G20, leaders reached climate, economic and infrastructure corridor agreements that Biden termed a "big deal." The White House praise highlights the success of the G20 under India's leadership. While no new India meetings are planned for now, Kirby's positive assessment reflects strengthened India-US ties from the summit's accomplishments under Modi's presidency.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has repeatedly legitimized anti-India activities by pro-Khalistani elements. He referred to slain Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar merely as a "Canadian citizen" and accused Indian agencies of his killing without evidence. Trudeau has exhibited tolerance towards Khalistani radicals, allowing pro-Khalistan events and asserting "freedom of expression". His appeasement has emboldened anti-India groups despite India's protests. Trudeau's tacit support to Khalistani separatism for vote bank politics has strained India-Canada ties. His tendency to coddle pro-Khalistan groups harboring anti-India sentiments remains a major diplomatic challenge. (Image courtesy: ANI) For more details, click on the link below

The US expressed deep concern over Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's allegation linking Indian agents to a Khalistani leader's murder. White House spokesperson Adrienne Watson said the US remains in contact with Canada and wants a full investigation. This follows Canada expelling an Indian diplomat over the issue, which India rejected as baseless. Trudeau had raised the matter with Biden and UK PM Sunak. The US statement underscores tensions between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistan Tig Force leader Hardeep Singh Nijar. While asking for a thorough probe, the US stopped short of supporting Canada's accusations against Indian operatives.

Amid escalating tensions between India and Canada over the expulsion of diplomats, security was heightened outside the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi on Tuesday. Personnel from CRPF and Delhi Police were deployed after India expelled a senior Canadian diplomat asking him to leave within 5 days. This tit-for-tat expulsion comes after Canada ejected an Indian intelligence officer over allegations of India's role in a Khalistani activist's assassination. India rejected the charges as absurd. The beefed up security and expulsion underscore the rapidly deteriorating relations between the two countries centered on the contentious Khalistan issue and alleged interference in each other's affairs. (Image courtesy: TOI)  For more details, click on the link below 

The UK said on Tuesday it is closely engaged with Canada regarding Ottawa's "serious allegations" of Indian government involvement in the murder of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia. A UK spokesperson stated they are in touch with Canadian partners about the claims but it would be improper to comment further during Canada's ongoing investigation. This comes after Canada accused Indian agents of links to Nijjar's killing and expelled an Indian diplomat, which India dismissed as "absurd" and instead urged action against anti-India elements in Canada. The UK is closely monitoring the diplomatic tensions between Canada and India stemming from the high-profile murder allegations.

The Congress has backed the government amid escalating tensions with Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. After Canadian PM Justin Trudeau alleged Indian agents were involved, the Centre denied the "absurd" charges. Congress communications head Jairam Ramesh stated the party believes India's fight against terrorism must be uncompromising, especially when sovereignty and integrity are threatened. He said the country's interests and concerns must come first. Opposition parties commonly support the government on international issues despite domestic differences. Tensions have risen as both countries expelled diplomats over the murder on Canadian soil, which India says shelters Khalistani extremists.

Amid an escalating row over the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, India expelled a senior Canadian diplomat on Tuesday in retaliation for Canada's expulsion of an Indian diplomat on Monday. The two countries have traded accusations over possible links to Nijjar's killing. India's move reflects growing concerns over perceived Canadian interference in India's internal affairs and engagement in anti-India activities. The expelled Canadian diplomat has been given 5 days to leave as diplomatic tensions continue to rise between the two countries over the high-profile murder case.

India rejected Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's allegations of the Indian government's involvement in the killing of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement dismissing Trudeau's claims in the Canadian Parliament as 'absurd and motivated.' The statement said: "We have seen and reject the statement of the Canadian Prime Minister in their Parliament, as also the statement by their Foreign Minister. Allegations of Government of India's involvement in any act of violence in Canada are absurd and motivated...We are a democratic polity with a strong commitment to rule of law." In the statement, India also criticized the Canadian government for sympathizing with Khalistani terrorists by sheltering them on Canadian soil, which threatens India's sovereignty. 

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau said intelligence suggests the Indian government could be behind the fatal shooting of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia. Trudeau termed it an 'unacceptable violation if proven. He is said to have raised the issue with PM Modi at G20. India earlier denied any involvement in Nijjar's murder. Nijjar, a Khalistan leader, was killed by masked gunmen outside a gurdwara on June 18, 2023. Trudeau said the shooting has outraged Canadians, leaving Sikhs worried. He has also expelled an Indian diplomat over the case and vowed to firmly press India for investigation cooperation.

The iconic Hoysala temple complexes of Belur, Halebid and Somnathapura in Karnataka have been added to the UNESCO World Heritage list. The intricately sculpted sacred ensembles representing the Hoysala architectural style now join India's 40 other World Heritage Sites. The temples were on UNESCO's Tentative List since 2014 before getting the prestigious designation. The 12th century sites protected by the Archaeological Survey of India feature distinctive temple art and sculpture that showcase the craftsmanship of the Hoysala dynasty. Their World Heritage inscription celebrates Karnataka's glorious heritage and enhances global recognition of India's cultural wealth.