Canada 

Canadian police arrested three Indian nationals in connection with the 2023 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, designated a terrorist by India's NIA, outside a Gurdwara in Surrey. The suspects face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy, with investigations ongoing into potential ties to the Indian government.

Canadian authorities have taken a significant step forward in the investigation into the tragic killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a designated terrorist by India's National Investigation Agency in 2020. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) announced the arrest of three individuals, all Indian nationals, in connection with Nijjar's murder.

The suspects, identified as Karanpreet Singh (28), Kamalpreet Singh (22), and Karan Brar (22), were apprehended in Edmonton, Alberta, following a coordinated operation involving the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) of Surrey, RCMP, and other law enforcement agencies.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was fatally shot in June 2023 outside a Gurdwara in Surrey, a suburb of Vancouver. The investigation into his murder has been ongoing, with IHIT collaborating closely with various partner agencies and support services across Canada.

The three suspects now face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in relation to Nijjar's death. While the RCMP has not disclosed specific details regarding evidence or motives, Assistant Commissioner David Teboul emphasized the active nature of the investigation.

Teboul underscored that the investigation extends beyond the arrested individuals, with ongoing efforts to explore any potential connections to the government of India. However, Public Safety Minister Dominic Leblanc refrained from confirming any such link, urging inquiries to be directed to the RCMP.

The arrest of the suspects marks a significant development in the pursuit of justice for Hardeep Singh Nijjar and his family. The Canadian authorities have demonstrated their commitment to thorough investigation and accountability in cases of violent crime.

It's essential to note that diplomatic tensions between Canada and India arose following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's accusations of Indian involvement in Nijjar's killing, allegations that India vehemently denied. Despite speculations in the media, Canadian police have not provided evidence linking the murder to the Indian government.

The release of the suspects' photographs and details of the investigation underscore the transparency and diligence of Canadian law enforcement agencies in handling complex criminal cases. As the investigation progresses, authorities continue to appeal for public cooperation and encourage anyone with information to come forward.

The pursuit of justice for Hardeep Singh Nijjar remains a priority for Canadian law enforcement, with ongoing efforts to bring all those responsible for his senseless killing to account.