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Canada labels Sikh extremism a threat while accusing India of meddling
NEWS
5/11/2026

Canada labels Sikh extremism a threat while accusing India of meddling

A report from Canada’s spy agency that identifies Khalistani extremism as a national security threat may accelerate a diplomatic reset with India, even as analysts say allegations of interference by New Delhi continue to cloud the relationship. Delhi has long complained that a small number of Sikh separatist extremists have used Canadian soil to organise, raise funds and support violence connected to the push for “Khalistan”, a proposed independent Sikh state in India’s Punjab. The report by the...

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Canada's CSIS Report Names India, China Among Foreign Interference Threats
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Politics·5/4/2026AI summary

Canada's CSIS Report Names India, China Among Foreign Interference Threats

Canadian intelligence agency CSIS has included India and China in a list of countries allegedly involved in foreign interference and espionage in Canada. The 2025 report identifies Khalistan extremism as a major national security threat, noting that Canada-Based Khalistani Extremists leverage Canadian institutions to promote violent agendas and raise funds. The report names Pakistan, Russia and Iran alongside India and China. Notably, the latest report has tempered down earlier references to India compared to 2024, removing direct mention of the Hardeep Singh Nijjar case.

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Times of India
Canada's Intelligence Agency Declares Khalistani Extremists a National Security Threat
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Politics·5/3/2026AI summary

Canada's Intelligence Agency Declares Khalistani Extremists a National Security Threat

Canada's intelligence agency CSIS has declared Canada-based Khalistani extremists (CBKE) a national security threat, stating they use Canadian institutions to promote violent extremist agendas and divert funds toward violent activities in India. The 2025 Public Report distinguishes peaceful Khalistan advocacy from extremist activities, noting the Air India Flight 182 bombing remains Canada's deadliest terrorist attack. The report comes amid efforts to rebuild India-Canada relations following diplomatic tensions in 2023.

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Economic Times
Canada's Intelligence Agency Warns of Continued Threat from Khalistani Extremist Groups
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Politics·5/2/2026AI summary

Canada's Intelligence Agency Warns of Continued Threat from Khalistani Extremist Groups

CSIS report tabled in Parliament warns Canada-based Khalistani extremist groups continue to pose national security threats. The report marks the 40th anniversary of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, the deadliest terrorist attack in Canadian history with 329 killed. While no CBKE-related attacks occurred in Canada in 2025, the report warns some groups remain well-connected and collect funds for violent activities. RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme said there is no evidence linking threats to India.

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Times of India