Tue Oct 15 02:15:13 UTC 2024: ## Canada Accuses India of Diplomatic Espionage, Expels Six Diplomats
**OTTAWA, CANADA -** Diplomatic relations between Canada and India have reached a new low after Canada accused India of engaging in “serious criminal activity” on its soil. The dispute, which has been simmering for months, escalated on Monday with both countries announcing the expulsion of diplomats.
The latest row stems from Canada’s investigation into the 2022 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Sikh separatist leader, on Canadian soil. While India denies any involvement, Canada has alleged that Indian government agents were involved in the murder.
This week, Canada further alleged that Indian agents were engaged in activities that pose a threat to public safety in Canada. As a result, Canada expelled six Indian diplomats, citing evidence uncovered by federal police.
India, however, has vehemently denied the accusations, calling them “preposterous imputations” and withdrawing its own diplomats from Canada in response.
The escalating tensions between the two countries have raised concerns about the future of their diplomatic ties. The current situation is a stark reminder of the fragility of international relations and the potential consequences of unresolved disputes.
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