India condemned a violent attack by pro-Khalistani extremists at Brampton’s Hindu Sabha Mandir in Canada. Videos show an armed mob, carrying pro-Khalistani flags, assaulting devotees, including women and children, outside the temple. The Indian consulate reported prior requests for increased security, citing rising extremism. Canada MP Chandra Arya, of Trudeau's Liberal Party, decried the attack as a “crossing of red lines” by extremists, pointing to a trend of religious intolerance. The Hindu Canadian Foundation shared concerns over such incidents becoming routine, with past vandalism of Hindu temples, such as Edmonton's BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, raising further alarm.

Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned recent violence at Brampton’s Hindu Sabha temple, calling it "unacceptable" and affirming Canadians' right to worship freely. Heavy police presence was observed after videos circulated showing men breaching the temple gates and assaulting devotees. No arrests have been made, and authorities have not yet assigned blame. Canada MP Chandra Arya warned of rising violent extremism in the country, urging the Hindu community to assert their rights. Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown and Toronto MP Kevin Vuong also expressed concerns, emphasizing the need for religious safety. Diplomatic tensions between Canada and India continue amid recent disputes.

A violent attack occurred at Brampton's Hindu Sabha Mandir in Canada, where devotees were reportedly assaulted by individuals carrying Khalistani flags. Videos circulating on social media show men beating worshippers with sticks. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the incident, describing the violence as "unacceptable" and affirming every Canadian’s right to worship safely. Member of Parliament Chandra Arya strongly criticized the incident, calling it a "red line crossed," citing increasing violent extremism by Khalistani groups in Canada. Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre also denounced the attack, pledging to foster unity and protect freedom of worship in Canada.

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized India's desire to grow alongside the world, highlighting strong global goodwill towards India. Speaking in Brisbane as he began a two-nation tour, Jaishankar shared optimism about international cooperation in fields like education, AI, and technology. He praised the global reputation of Indians for their education, work ethic, and family values, calling these qualities key in the modern workforce. During his visit, he will co-chair the 15th Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue with Australia’s Penny Wong, inaugurate India's fourth consulate in Brisbane, and deliver a keynote at the Raisina Down Under conference in Canberra.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau celebrated Diwali with Canada’s Indian community, sharing a video of his visits to Hindu temples. In a post, Trudeau showcased religious threads on his wrist, explaining they were gifts from three Hindu temples he visited recently for "good luck and protection." He expressed appreciation for Indo-Canadians, calling them "artists, entrepreneurs, and leaders" who embody Canadian values. Trudeau’s Diwali greetings came as tensions remain high between India and Canada following allegations linking Indian diplomats to Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing. Both nations expelled diplomats as the diplomatic standoff escalates over the unresolved issue.

India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, has accused Canada of placing Indian consular staff under audio and video surveillance, describing these actions as "harassment and intimidation." According to Jaiswal, Canada’s surveillance, including intercepted communications, violates diplomatic conventions and has been formally protested. This intensifies the already tense India-Canada relations, which escalated after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s allegations of Indian involvement in the 2023 killing of Khalistani figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The diplomatic standoff has led to reciprocal expulsions of diplomats, with no resolution in sight as both nations continue exchanging allegations.

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) criticized Canada’s recent National Cyber Threat Assessment report for categorizing India as a “cyber adversary,” calling it a strategic move by Canada to "attack" India. The report, published earlier this week, listed India alongside countries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, accusing India of state-sponsored hacking. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the label, calling the accusations baseless and alleging that Canadian officials openly seek to “manipulate global opinion” against India. Tensions between the countries have intensified since Canada’s September allegations linking India to the killing of Khalistan extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

The United States imposed sanctions on 400 entities worldwide, including 19 Indian companies, for allegedly aiding Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine by supplying critical technology. The sanctions, part of a broader initiative to restrict Russia’s access to key defense components, also target firms in China, Switzerland, and Turkey. The U.S. Treasury aims to curb Russia’s access to microelectronics and CNC items essential to its military. India’s Ministry of External Affairs responded, affirming India’s strong non-proliferation policies and commitment to international sanctions compliance. The Indian government emphasized that no domestic laws were violated by the sanctioned firms.

India summoned a Canadian diplomat following claims by Canada's Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison that Home Minister Amit Shah had ordered the targeting of Khalistani extremists. India called the allegations "absurd and baseless" and conveyed its protest through a diplomatic note. The Ministry of External Affairs also criticized Canada's recent "adversary" labeling of India in its National Cyber Threat Assessment, calling it an "attack" without evidence. This follows strained relations over Canadian claims regarding the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India's Foreign Ministry warned these "irresponsible actions" could have serious consequences on India-Canada ties.

India has summoned a representative of the Canadian High Commission to express strong protest over allegations made against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a diplomatic note to the Canadian representative, condemning the "absurd and baseless references" made by Canadian Deputy Minister David Morrison during the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security proceedings in Ottawa on October 29. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India protests in the strongest terms, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. This development reflects ongoing tensions between India and Canada, particularly since Canada's allegations regarding India's involvement in the murder of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.