Modi’s tough-minded potential successor Amit Shah under the radar

India’s Home Minister Amit Shah has been accused by Canada of orchestrating efforts to target Sikh separatists within its borders. Shah has served as a key ally to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for many years and is often regarded as Modi’s tough-minded counterpart and a potential successor. Neither Shah’s office nor the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has responded to inquiries regarding these allegations. India … Continue reading Modi’s tough-minded potential successor Amit Shah under the radar

Canada alleges Indian Minister Amit Shah is involved in targeting Sikh separatists

On Tuesday, the Canadian government accused Indian Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah, a close associate of Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi, of orchestrating efforts to target Sikh separatists within Canada. The Indian government has rejected these allegations from Canada as unfounded and has denied any involvement in such activities. The Washington Post was the first to report that Canadian officials claimed Shah was … Continue reading Canada alleges Indian Minister Amit Shah is involved in targeting Sikh separatists

The Indian High Commission building in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

India and Canada expelled diplomats: What to know and what comes next?

A longstanding diplomatic conflict between India and Canada has resurfaced, as both nations have announced the expulsion of diplomats following allegations that Indian government agents engaged in actions jeopardizing the safety of Canadians. The latest escalation began on Monday when India’s Ministry of External Affairs revealed it had received a “diplomatic communication” from Canada, suggesting that Indian diplomats were being regarded as “persons of interest” … Continue reading India and Canada expelled diplomats: What to know and what comes next?