Rise of extremism and gang violence making Canada unsafe
Canada, known for its peaceful and diverse society, has recently been grappling with a surge in violent incidents linked to extremist groups and gangsters. The latest incident, an overnight shooting in South Surrey, has once again raised concerns about the increase in gang-related violence. What is more troubling is the perception that some political leaders, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, are accused of appeasing these miscreants for vote bank politics.
A handful of hate: How Khalistan extremism risks tainting Sikh community
The recent spate of violence-inciting threats from Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a designated terrorist and founder of the banned Sikh For Justice (SFJ), is a stark reminder that a handful of Khalistan extremists can cast a long shadow over an entire community. From threats to blow up Air India flights to storming the Indian Parliament, and now assassinating the Punjab Chief Minister, Pannun’s rhetoric of violence stands in stark contrast to the very core tenets of Sikhism.
7,200 insurgents surrendered in Assam in last two and a half yrs: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati: Nearly 7,200 insurgents have surrendered in Assam since May 2021, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed on Saturday while addressing the ceremonial laying down of weapons by former cadres of Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) at the District Sports Association ground in Haflong.
UK strengthens resolve against Khalistan extremism: New funding signals firm action
In a significant move aimed at curbing the rise of the extremist Khalistan movement and addressing past violent transgressions, UK Security Minister Tom Tugendhat has announced a substantial funding initiative of £95,000 (approximately Rs 1 crore) to bolster the nation’s capacity to combat “pro-Khalistan extremism.”
UK announces new funding to deal with 'pro-Khalistan extremism
New Delhi: The British Security Minister Tom Tugendhat has announced new funding amounting to 95,000 pounds (approximately Rs 1 crore) to bolster Britain's capacity in addressing "pro-Khalistan extremism".
2 arrested in Varanasi, 70 summoned from across UP for questioning over alleged links to PFI
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Police on Sunday arrested two people in Varanasi, and summoned 70 others for questioning from different parts of Uttar Pradesh for their alleged links with the banned organisation Popular Front of India (PFI) during a special operation by the Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) of the UP police on Sunday, an official spokesman said.