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Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.

30 Indians living illegally in US arrested by border patrol agents

30 Indians living illegally in US arrested by border patrol agents

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

US border patrol agents have arrested 30 Indian nationals, living illegally in America, operating semitrucks with commercial driver's licenses. The arrests were part of a larger operation targeting illegal immigrants operating commercial vehicles.

Khalistani terrorist Nijjar's successor arrested in Canada

Khalistani terrorist Nijjar's successor arrested in Canada

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Canadian police have arrested Khalistani terrorist Inderjeet Singh Gosal on firearms charges in Ontario, according to media reports.

Indian-origin truck driver who killed 3 in US was sober during crash

Indian-origin truck driver who killed 3 in US was sober during crash

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Jashanpreet Singh, 21, of Yuba City was arrested on October 21 under suspicion of 'driving under the influence' (DUI) and was charged with vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence as well as DUI causing injury in the multi-vehicle crash.

Trump raises tariffs on Canada by 10% over TV ad

Trump raises tariffs on Canada by 10% over TV ad

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Sunday raised tariffs on Canada by 10 per cent, over and above the already-imposed tariffs, due to the 'fraudulent' advertisement featuring former President Ronald Reagan that was broadcast during the MLB World Series.

Offended by TV ad, Trump stops trade talks with Canada

Offended by TV ad, Trump stops trade talks with Canada

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Thursday night announced the termination of all trade negotiations with Canada, citing an anti-tariff advertisement that used a clip of former US President Ronald Reagan.

Where The Victims Of The Kanishka Terror Attack Are Not Forgotten

Where The Victims Of The Kanishka Terror Attack Are Not Forgotten

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Names and names and names and names... 329 in all. Some Indian. Some Canadian. Some British. Berry. Gupta. Jain. James. Bhatt. Beauchesne. Chatlani. Enayati. Lougheed.... Vaihayasi Pande Daniel visits Ahakista, Ireland, home to the memorial for the worst terrorist atrocity in India's history.

Medvedev's season goes from bad to worse

Medvedev's season goes from bad to worse

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

World number two Gauff clawed her way back from a set down to defeat Russian Veronika Kudermetova 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 in a match that stretched over two and a half hours.

Family of Indian student killed in Canada seeks govt help

Family of Indian student killed in Canada seeks govt help

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Harsimrat Kaur Randhawa, a 21-year-old Indian student, was killed by a stray bullet in Canada while waiting at a bus stop. Her family has urged the Indian government and the Punjab government to assist in bringing back her body. Randhawa, a student at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario, was fatally struck by a bullet during a shooting incident involving two vehicles. The Consulate General of India in Toronto is in contact with her family and providing assistance. The Hamilton Police are investigating the incident as a homicide.

Indian student killed by stray bullet in Canada

Indian student killed by stray bullet in Canada

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

The Consulate General of India in Toronto said in a post on X Friday, "We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Indian student Harsimrat Randhawa in Hamilton, Ontario."

'India-Canada ties may improve after G7 invite from Carney'

'India-Canada ties may improve after G7 invite from Carney'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Despite ongoing tension between the two countries on the issue of extremism, Bezirgan said he expects warmer ties henceforth as Carney has invited Prime Minister Modi for the G7 Summit.

Missing Indian student found dead in Canada

Missing Indian student found dead in Canada

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

A 21-year-old Indian student who went missing in Canada's Ontario province three days ago has been found dead. Vanshika was last seen leaving her residence at 7 Majestic Drive in Ottawa at around 8-9 pm on Friday to view a rental room. Her phone was switched off at approximately 11.40 pm that night and she missed an important exam the next day, which was "completely out of character" for the student. The Indian High Commission in Ottawa confirmed the student's death and said it was in "close contact with the bereaved kin and local community associations to provide all possible assistance".

Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico, Canada negotiations continue

Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico, Canada negotiations continue

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Trump on February 1 had announced tariffs on major US trading partners Canada, Mexico and China. He imposed a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10 per cent on goods from China.

Indian national stabbed to death in Canada, suspect held

Indian national stabbed to death in Canada, suspect held

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The high commission of India in Ottawa, the capital of Canada, said the incident happened in Rockland. It did not identify the victim.

Hindenburg says not under investigation by US SEC

Hindenburg says not under investigation by US SEC

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

US short-seller Hindenburg Research has said it is not under investigation by the US SEC as it rubbished alleged links of its founder to a hedge fund for preparing reports targeting companies.

Traditional ties with US are over: Canadian PM's big remark

Traditional ties with US are over: Canadian PM's big remark

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

In a dramatic shift in Canada's foreign policy, Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday declared that the long-standing economic and security relationship between Canada and the United States has ended, responding to US President Donald Trump's announcement of new auto tariffs that could severely impact Canada's economy, Politico reported.

New Orleans car attacker wore Meta smart glasses: FBI

New Orleans car attacker wore Meta smart glasses: FBI

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The FBI further revealed that Jabbar was wearing a pair of Meta glasses when he conducted the attack on Bourbon Street but he did not activate the glasses to live stream his actions that day.

18 injured after plane crashes, flips on landing in Canada

18 injured after plane crashes, flips on landing in Canada

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Two runways at the airport will remain closed as officials investigate the incident, according to the airport's CEO Deborah Flint, CNN reported.

Make no mistake, we will win: New Canadian PM slams Trump

Make no mistake, we will win: New Canadian PM slams Trump

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Canada's next prime minister Mark Carney slammed United States President Donald Trump for 'unjustified tariffs', saying Americans should make no mistake as Canada will win the trade war just as it wins in hockey.

2 Indian-origin faces in new Canadian PM's cabinet

2 Indian-origin faces in new Canadian PM's cabinet

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Indo-Canadian Anita Anand and Delhi-born Kamal Khera are part of new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet. Anand is the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry while Khera is Minister of Health. Carney's cabinet with 13 men and 11 women is smaller than Trudeau's 37-member team.

Tesla Enters India, Hits Speed Bumps Elsewhere

Tesla Enters India, Hits Speed Bumps Elsewhere

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

While Elon Musk's political influence continues to grow, his business empire is witnessing headwinds.

Nijjar killing accused no longer in custody in Canada, show documents

Nijjar killing accused no longer in custody in Canada, show documents

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Documents released by the Justice Department of British Columbia, Canada show that all four alleged accused in the murder of National Investigation Agency (NIA) designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar appear to be no longer in custody.

Ontario seeks Indian investment

Ontario seeks Indian investment

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Ontario, Canada's largest province, on Monday invited Indian companies to invest in the region so as to tap the entire North American Market.

Khalistan terrorist and Nijjar aide Arsh Dalla arrested in Canada?

Khalistan terrorist and Nijjar aide Arsh Dalla arrested in Canada?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The sources claimed that one of those arrested is believed to be Arsh Dalla, who is associated with the banned Khalistan Tiger Force and ran terror modules on behalf of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a designated terrorist who was killed in June last year.

'Ontario needs Sikh community united'

'Ontario needs Sikh community united'

Rediff.com4 May 2010

The Sikh community left behind the clouds cast by infighting in gurudwaras and extremism for the Baisakhi parade in Toronto, April 25.

'Highways Infrastructure Trust's AUM to be around Rs 25,000'

'Highways Infrastructure Trust's AUM to be around Rs 25,000'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'By March-end, we should have closure of the PNC portfolio. After completion of PNC acquisition.'

India to pursue Dalla's extradition with Canada

India to pursue Dalla's extradition with Canada

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

India on Thursday said it will pursue an extradition request with Canada for Arsh Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, the de-facto chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force, following his arrest in that country.

Canada cop who attended Khalistani protest, suspended

Canada cop who attended Khalistani protest, suspended

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

On Sunday, protestors carrying Khalistani flags clashed with people at the Hindu temple and disrupted a consular event co-organised by the temple authorities and the Indian Consulate.

Hindu temple attack: SFJ Canada coordinator arrested

Hindu temple attack: SFJ Canada coordinator arrested

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

Canadian police have arrested a 35-year-old Brampton resident on charges of assault with a weapon during a violent demonstration at a Hindu temple in the city, authorities said.

Ontario minister quits over cricket grants

Ontario minister quits over cricket grants

Rediff.com29 Jul 2007

Ontario's Minister for Citizenship and Immigration Mike Colle had to resign from the Cabinet on Thursday because of a damning report by the provincial Auditor-General, who took exception to him issuing a cheque for $1-million to the Ontario Cricket A

Political space given to extremists: Jaishankar on Canada temple attack

Political space given to extremists: Jaishankar on Canada temple attack

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took a strong exception to the Hindu temple incident in Brampton.

'World will look as diverse as Ontario soon'

'World will look as diverse as Ontario soon'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Ontario's Citizenship and Immigration Minister Dr Eric Hoskins discusses his government's commitment to embracing diversity with Ajit Jain

Canada: Hindu protester held for 'inciting hatred'

Canada: Hindu protester held for 'inciting hatred'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

One person has been arrested by Canada's Peel Regional Police in connection with the 'demonstrations' at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton on November 4, a Peel police official said.

Canada temple suspends Hindu priest for 'violent rhetoric'

Canada temple suspends Hindu priest for 'violent rhetoric'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The priest of a Hindu temple in the Canadian city of Brampton has been suspended for spreading 'violent rhetoric' during recent clashes between protesters carrying Khalistani flags and the people present there.

Sikh activist's murder: 2 shooters of terrorist Dalla gang held in Punjab

Sikh activist's murder: 2 shooters of terrorist Dalla gang held in Punjab

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The accused were also allegedly involved in the recent murder of another person in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior.

Trudeau just admitted Canada has no proof: India

Trudeau just admitted Canada has no proof: India

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

As Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified before a Commission of Inquiry, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said what it has heard only 'confirms' New Delhi's consistent stand that Canada has 'presented us no evidence' in support of the serious allegations Ottawa chose to level against India and Indian diplomats.

Ontario plans 'India desk' to boost trade

Ontario plans 'India desk' to boost trade

Rediff.com24 Mar 2006

Ontario, a leading province in Canada has evinced interest in building economic bridges with India and encouraging investments from the emerging south Asian superpower in different sectors including diamond mining.

'Trudeau using Nijjar's murder to divert attention'

'Trudeau using Nijjar's murder to divert attention'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

All this is happening because Canada has for decades deliberately invited these foreigners and their tribal conflicts into our country. We should recognise this major blunder and work with the government of India to find solutions instead of jeopardising our relations with a rising world power and an important ally over this issue

Recalled envoy cautions students going to Canada

Recalled envoy cautions students going to Canada

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Indians hoping to study in Canada should think twice because many students have ended up in substandard colleges with no job prospects despite spending lakhs of rupees, resulting in depression and suicide, India's top envoy there says.

Ontario smoothes the way for int'l medical grads

Ontario smoothes the way for int'l medical grads

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

International medical graduates can now apply to work with licensed medical health professionals in the city.