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Organising Committee of the Hangzhou Asian Games and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) have taken up the matter with the Chinese government over the denial of entry into the country for three Indian wushu players from Arunachal Pradesh, who have qualified for the Asiad. The three female Wushu players — Nyeman Wangsu, Onilu Tega and Mepung Lamgu — were scheduled to fly out to China on Wednesday night from IGI Airport in Delhi. But have not been able to reach China till Friday, a day before the Opening Ceremony and two days before the start of the Wushu competitions. There are conflicting reports here in Hangzhou with some officials claiming that two of the three Wushu players have received e-accreditation (which for the Asian Games also serves as a visa) but could not download and validate it, while the third player did not get the accreditation.

Sukhdool Singh Gill, alais Sukha Duneke was killed, Canada's Winnipeg police had confirmed. As per sources, it was an act of revenge murder for the killing of gang star Goldy Brar's cousin Gurlal Brar. A gang member of Lawrence Bishnoi took responsibility for the murder earlier on Thursday, and asserted that Sukha Duneke was murdered in his flat in Winnipeg city.

MotoGP Bharat prepares to kick off at the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) this Friday. While the top racers faced a slight delay due to visa issues, most of them have now arrived at the venue, eager to test the tracks and immerse themselves in the Indian experience. An unexpected drizzle in the afternoon added to the ambiance. To welcome the riders and their teams, a vibrant dance show was arranged at BIC.

Canada have escalated through this week over blames of a Khalistani activist's murder, worrying parents and families of Indian nationals in a far-off country as much as the country’s lawmakers brood over the flaring issue. Relations between the two countries worsened when on Thursday India suspended the issuance of visas in Canada, citing operational reasons. Canadian PM Justin Trudeau went on to call on the Indian government to cooperate with an official probe into the murder of Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia. However, though the situation is unlikely to alleviate overnight, immigration lawyers in Canada believe that there’s almost nothing to worry about in the long term. Some Indo-Canadians of Sikh background are already saying they don’t feel as safe in Canada as they once did, says Ravi Jain, Canada-based immigration lawyer and founder of Jain immigration, though Trudeau’s move did not surprise some in Canada’s Sikh community. “Some leaders of this community are already indicating that they are not surprised by the Prime Minister’s announcement.

Canadian universities have raised concerns about potential visa delays for Indian students amid ongoing political tensions between the two nations. These delays could disrupt the upcoming spring academic session, scheduled to commence in January. In light of the uncertainty surrounding visa processing times, these representatives, currently attending an education fair in Hyderabad, have advised Indian students interested in pursuing higher education in Canada to consider planning their academic session for the fall/autumn term, starting in August 2024. Expressing their apprehension, one representative told TOI, «With just three months left for students to travel for the spring batch, there is apprehension that visa processing times may pose challenges.» Many universities are contemplating waiting for an additional week to assess the situation before making decisions regarding admission letters for either the spring or fall of 2024. They are actively counseling students not to rush their plans to travel to Canada, emphasizing potential delays in securing study permits. An Ontario university representative highlighted their intention to wait another week before finalizing admission plans. Depending on the evolving situation, they will determine whether to issue admission letters for January, May, or fall 2024. Their goal is to ensure that students do not need to defer admissions due to visa-related issues.

Justin Trudeau reiterated his concerns regarding India's involvement in the assassination of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, emphasizing that there are 'credible reasons' to support these claims. He also reiterated Canada's commitment to the international rules-based order. Addressing the complex diplomatic situation during a press conference at Canada’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations Trudeau said, «As I said on Monday, there are credible reasons to believe that agents of the Government of India were involved in the killing of a Canadian on Canadian soil.

India and Canada, Punjab BJP President, Sunil Jakhar welcomed the Centre's decision to suspend visas for Canadians and said that Canada has mortgaged its foreign policy for the sake of political advantage and Justin Trudeau is running a minority government. «Justin Trudeau is speaking his supporter's language. Canada has mortgaged its foreign policy for the sake of political sports land,» said Sunil Jakhar Welcoming Centre's decision to suspend visa services in Canada, Jakhar said, «If the Trudeau govt will continues to support the separatist forces, the Indian government for the time being keeping careful consideration has suspended visas to develop a system so that India's integrity and sovereignty can be maintained by avoiding these forces entering into India, especially Punjab.» Punjab BJP chief also acknowledged the fact that some people may be facing challenges as their relatives are living in Punjab and said that the integrity of India is more important than the concerns of any individual. «The unity, integrity and brotherhood of the country is more important than the concerns of any individual, whatever is happening is the Canadian government's mistake.

free trade agreement (FTA). “The current diplomatic standoff between Canada and India will not help holiday travellers.

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NEW DELHI : India temporarily suspended visa services in Canada, citing heightened security threats to its missions, while also directing Ottawa to cut its diplomatic strength in India, marking an escalation in tensions. New Delhi alleged a lack of action by Canadian authorities to deal with the threats. “You are aware of the security threats being faced by our High Commission and consulates in Canada.

«Those who have already received visas are now questioning whether they will be able to travel or not,» said Leverage Edu CEO Akshay Chaturvedi. Till Wednesday evening, around three of the last 100 calls that came into Leverage Edu's office about studies in Canada were about the impact of the India-Canada fallout.

diplomatic row between India and Canada is unlikely to have any immediate effect on investment relations between the two countries, a top government official said on Thursday. The official said that the Canadian pension funds are getting higher returns in India, and they have investments in the Indian infrastructure sector. «They are here because they are making higher returns here… So I don't see any reason for them to back out because of the current situation, which hopefully we will sort out,» the official said. Those funds can not get such returns anywhere else, the official said, adding «I don't see any impact on Canadian investments into India». «Don't see any immediate impact on Indian investments into Canada also,» the official noted. The comments come in the backdrop of an intense diplomatic row that erupted following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations of a «potential» involvement of Indian agents in the killing of a Khalistani separatist in June.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting issued a sharp reminder for media platforms on Thursday amid the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic crisis. The announcement came mere hours after India announced the temporary suspension of visas for Canadian citizens in view of "security threats" faced by its high commission and consulates in the other country.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar, has led India to temporarily suspend issuing visas to Canadian citizens. The ministry of external affairs citied security threat in taking the step. Spokesperson for External Affairs Ministry Arindam Bagchi on Thursday said the decision will include Canadian visa applicants in third countries even as he asserted Canada must act against the pro-Khalistani elements operating from its territory.

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Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjhar's death in June. MEA spokesperson Bagchi accused the Canadian government of being prejudiced in dealing with the matter. The Ministry of External Affairs said Canada did not share any specific information with India on the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case.

ANI quoted, "Yes, we've informed the Govt of Canada that there should be parity in strength in our mutual diplomatic presence. Their number is very much higher than ours in Canada... I assume there will be a reduction from the Canadian side." Adding more, Bagchi said, "Yes, I do think there is a degree of prejudice here.

India on Thursday suspended visa services for Canada indefinitely citing operational reasons, the ministry of external affairs spokesperson confirmed. Earlier BLS had pushed out a notification on suspension of visa services. BLS International Services Limited is an Indian outsourcing service provider for government and diplomatic missions worldwide.

The Canadian High Commission and consulates in India remain open in spite of a brewing diplomatic crisis. Visa services for Canadian nationals have however been suspended and both countries warned citizens against travelling at this time.

Amid soaring tensions between India and Canada, the High Commission of Canada on Thursday said, it expects India to provide for the security of its accredited diplomats and consular officers in India in light of the current environment where «tensions have heightened.» «In the context of respect for obligations under the Vienna conventions, we expect India to provide for the security of our accredited diplomats and consular officers in India, just as we are for theirs here,» said High Commission of Canada in India. It said the actions to ensure safety of the Canadian diplomats in the country was «in light of the current environment where tensions have heightened.» It further added, that with some diplomats having received threats on various social media platforms, Global Affairs Canada is assessing its staff complement in India. «As a result, and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to temporarily adjust staff presence in India.» The Canadian High Commission assured, «Our High Commission and all consulates in India are open and operational and continue to serve clients.»ALSO Read: BLS Intl says India halts visa services in Canada for operational reasons Earlier today, BLS International Services said that Indian visa services in Canada have been suspended until further notice with effect from September 21. «Important notice from Indian Mission: Due to operational reasons, with effect from 21 September 2023, Indian visa services have been suspended till further notice.