Friday, November 22
Canada requested India to waive diplomatic immunity for its officials to assist in an investigation linking Indian agents to public safety concerns. With India's refusal, Canada expelled the diplomats to ensure the safety of its citizens. Dialogue continues through diplomatic channels in Delhi.
Former Indian diplomats have dismissed Canada's allegations linking Indian diplomats to the killing of Sikh extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. They claim Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's accusations are a desperate move to gain electoral support from radical elements. Relations between India and Canada have worsened following this controversy, with both nations expelling diplomats.
A series of bomb threats disrupted air and rail travel in India, affecting an Air India flight to New York diverted to Delhi, an IndiGo flight to Jeddah receiving a bomb threat, and the Mumbai-Howrah Mail train, all triggering emergency responses and security checks.
An Air India flight bound for New York from Mumbai was diverted to Delhi due to a bomb threat message received on social media. Delhi Police confirmed the aircraft's safe status at IGI Airport, with security agencies on high alert. Passengers have been disembarked and safety protocols are being followed.
Two men accused in the Gauri Lankesh murder case received a hero's welcome in Vijayapura, Karnataka, after being granted bail following seven years in jail. Sri Ram Sene members honored Parashuram Waghmore and Manohar Yadawe, who later performed religious rituals and avoided media interaction.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar urges nations to employ Indian talent, highlighting global demand for skilled workers. Launching the eMigrate V2.0 portal, he stresses India's commitment to safe migration and improved labor mobility, emphasizing technological integration and streamlined processes for better workforce access.
India summoned Canada's charge d'affaires, Stewart Wheeler, challenging Canada's decision to probe Indian diplomats over links to a Khalistani terrorist's assassination. India labeled Trudeau's allegations as baseless and politically motivated, accusing him of exploiting anti-India rhetoric for domestic political gains.
Baba Siddique, a former Maharashtra Minister, was a key figure in Mumbai's political and Bollywood circles. His legendary Iftar parties often brought together prominent figures, including his famous 2013 reconciliation of Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan after a five-year feud. A long-time member of the Indian National Congress, Siddique served three terms as an MLA and held several influential roles, including Minister of State.
India commissions its second nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighaat, and sets up a new VLF transmitting station for secure communication with submarines. This facility, along with upcoming SSBNs and SSNs, aims to bolster India's naval capabilities amid increasing Chinese activity in the Indian Ocean.
Mumbai Police are investigating the murder of former MLA Ziauddin Siddique, suspected to be a contract killing organized by jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Siddique was targeted for his alleged links with Salman Khan and Dawood Ibrahim. Two suspects were arrested, with police hunting for two more. Sophisticated weapons were provided to the attackers.
