Three Indians Arrested for Killing Sikh Leader in Canada
Three Indian nationals have been arrested in connection with the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Sikh separatist leader, in Canada.
Nijjar was shot dead by masked gunmen in a Vancouver suburb last June, leading to tensions between Canada and India.
The suspects, identified as Karan Brar, Kamal Preet Singh, and Karan Preet Singh, were charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
They were living in Edmonton, Alberta, at the time of their arrest. The investigation is ongoing, with police looking into possible connections to the Indian government.
Nijjar was known for advocating for Khalistan, an independent Sikh homeland, and his death prompted allegations from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggesting Indian government involvement.
These allegations were strongly denied by India.
The arrest of the suspects marks progress in the investigation, but concerns remain within the Sikh community about safety and tension.
Source: Adapted from BBC News.
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