According to reports, Sukhman Dhami, a Sikh activist in the United States (US) and the founder of a group called Ensaaf, claimed to have received warnings from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) about potential threats to their lives following the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. Similarly, Pritpal Singh, Coordinator for the American Sikh Caucus Committee, also revealed that he and two other Sikh leaders in the US were warned by the FBI about threats to their lives, without specific information about the source. Meanwhile, Moninder Singh from the British Columbia province in Canada, a friend of terrorist Nijjar, disclosed that Nijjar and five others in Canada received warnings of an "imminent risk of assassination" but were not informed of Indian involvement.

According to sources, the United States (US) has reportedly provided intelligence assistance to Canada regarding the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. However, Canada independently gathered the core intelligence that connects Nijjar's killing to India, specifically intercepting communications of Indian diplomats and officials. This situation places the US in a delicate position as it navigates its relations with its treaty ally, Canada, and its key partner, India, amid diplomatic tensions.

A joint statement by the Ontario Gurdwaras Committee and the British Columbia Gurdwaras Council urged political parties in Canada to unite against possible foreign interference related to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau's announcement of a potential link between Nijjar's death and the Indian government has sparked investigations and debates. Various political leaders have expressed concerns and called for more information regarding the case.

According to sources, Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar obtained Canadian citizenship through questionable means, which enabled him to evade Interpol Red Corner Notices (RCN). He travelled to Thailand to assist another Khalistani terrorist, Jagtar Singh Tara, who was later arrested and deported, but Nijjar's Canadian citizenship allowed him to escape arrest.

Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau called for reforms in the operation of India's intelligence services while firmly denouncing the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil as 'absolutely unacceptable' in an interview with the New York Times (NYT) in New York.

According to reports, British Columbia (BC) Premier David Eby expressed suspicions that the Canadian federal government is withholding crucial information related to the alleged link between the Indian government and the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He noted frustration after a briefing with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) director due to a lack of concrete information, emphasizing the need for better information sharing between federal and provincial governments.

Since September 11, a National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Mohali, Punjab, has reportedly been hearing a case involving the attachment of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's house in his native village of Bharsingpura in Jalandhar district. The case is related to a 2021 incident in which priest Kamaldeep Sharma was shot at. Nijjar, along with three others, faces charges under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Notices regarding the case have been posted outside Nijjar's house multiple times since October 2021, and the NIA has also conducted raids on the property.

According to intelligence reports, Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar played a significant role in training, financing, and operating his outfit and individuals on Canadian soil. Nijjar received training in Pakistan with the assistance of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and maintained links with other Khalistani leaders. He organized arms training camps in Canada, instructed individuals in firearm use, and allegedly sent people to India for targeted killings and attacks.

According to sources, Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was involved in running terrorist training camps, funding terror acts, and engaging in illegal activities such as drug smuggling and extortion in Canada. Nijjar was a close associate of Gurdeep Singh, alias Deepa Heranwala, who was involved in the killing of around 200 people in Punjab during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Nijjar reportedly trained youths at a terror camp in the British Columbia province of Canada and operated as the 'Operation Chief' of the Khalistani terror outfit Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF). In 2012, Nijjar visited Pakistan and collaborated with Jagtar Singh Tara, the leader of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a banned Khalistani terror outfit. Tara provided Nijjar with arms training and instructions on assembling Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) over two years. Nijjar also sent PKR 1 million to Tara during their association.

United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in New York, on September 22 urged India to assist Canada in its probe into the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Blinken stressed the importance of accountability and the gravity of 'transnational repression.' Canada has claimed that the Indian government and its operatives were involved in Nijjar's assassination.

According to sources, Indian intelligence agencies have compiled a dossier alleging that Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar assumed leadership of the Sikh temple by coercing his cousin and the former temple president, Raghbir Singh Nijjar. The document also suggests that Nijjar had previous connections with Gurdeep Singh, a member of the Khalistan Commando Force (KCF) known for his involvement in numerous killings in Punjab during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Additionally, it reveals that Nijjar's criminal activities began under the influence of another gang leader, Gurnek Singh alias Neka.

Congress Member of Parliament (MP) and the grandson of former Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Beant Singh, Ravneet Singh Bittu, in New Delhi, stated that Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar was closely associated with the individuals responsible for the murder of his grandfather.

The Government of India on September 21 issued an advisory to private television channels, urging them to avoid interviewing individuals linked to terrorism. The advisory was issued after a private channel invited Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani terrorist and the chief of the banned Khalistani outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ). This advisory comes amid strained relations between India and Canada following Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau's allegations of Indian involvement in the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader, Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The advisory highlights the need to adhere to the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) (CTN) Act and Article 19 (2) of the Constitution to safeguard India's sovereignty, integrity, and security.

A Canadian official on September 21 revealed that the allegation of India's involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, is based on surveillance of Indian diplomats in Canada and includes intelligence shared by a member of the 'Five Eyes' intelligence-sharing alliance, which comprises the United States (US), Britain, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. However, the Canadian official did not disclose which ally provided the intelligence or offer specific details about the content or source of the communications.

The Sikh community in Lahore held a protest on September 20 against the Indian government, condemning the killing of Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Lahore, Pakistan. Former member of the Punjab Assembly, Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, claimed to the media that India had a hand in the assassination of the Khalistan leader. The protestors accused Indian intelligence agencies of targeting Sikhs globally and urged the international community to take note of India's alleged acts of terrorism.

According to sources, Canada, a member of Interpol, disregarded Interpol-issued red notices against Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), along with other terrorists like Lakhbir Singh alias Landa and Arshdeep Singh alias Arsh Dala. Furthermore, before Nijjar's murder in June 2023, the Punjab police had sought his extradition to India in 2022. Similar extradition requests are also pending for Landa and Arsh Dala.

Balraj Singh Nijjar, the son of the deceased Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, revealed in an interview in Vancouver on September 19 that his father regularly met with Canadian intelligence officials in the months leading up to his murder in June 2023. According to Balraj, these meetings occurred once or twice a week and had increased in frequency over three to four months, with one scheduled just two days after his death.

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on September 19 rejected the allegations by the Canadian Prime Minister (PM), Justin Trudeau, regarding India’s involvement in the killing of the Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Canada. The MEA labelled these allegations as "absurd" and "motivated," emphasizing India's commitment to the rule of law. India also expressed concerns about Canada's sheltering of Khalistani terrorists and urged Canada to take legal action against anti-India elements operating on its soil. The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) in India had banned KTF, citing its intent to revive terrorism in Punjab and challenge India's territorial integrity, security, and sovereignty. Furthermore, an Interpol Red Corner Notice had been issued against Nijjar in 2016. In 2018, local Surrey police briefly placed Nijjar under house arrest due to suspicions of his involvement in terrorism, but he was subsequently released.

According to reports, Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau's allegations of a potential link between Indian government agents and the murder of the deceased Khalistani terrorist and chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, have posed a significant diplomatic challenge for India. The issue of Khalistan has long strained bilateral relations, and the current situation has the potential to impact India-Canada ties and trade. Moreover, there is concern about the reputational cost on the global stage for India. Trudeau has called for India's cooperation in the investigation, but India has not yet responded to this request. Responses from strategic partners like the United States (US), United Kingdom (UK), and Australia will depend on the quality of evidence presented regarding the allegations. Trudeau's upcoming meetings in New York and the exchange of information will be closely watched, while India awaits further details and considers the potential impact on its international standing.

Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, during a press conference in Ottawa, called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on September 19 to provide more information regarding allegations of Indian government involvement in the murder of the deceased Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Canada. Poilievre urged Prime Minister Trudeau to share more evidence to allow Canadians to assess the situation.

The deceased Khalistani terrorist and chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, was wanted by both the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Punjab Police in multiple cases. He had close links to the banned outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ). Nijjar had been living in Canada since 1997 with a forged passport, working as a plumber, and leading a gurdwara committee. In July 2020, he was designated as an individual terrorist under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act due to his social media activities promoting insurrection and attempts to create disharmony in India. The NIA had offered a reward of INR 10 lakh for his arrest, linking him to conspiracy and fundraising for terrorist activities.

Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau on September 19 clarified that his statement on the potential involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) Hardeep Singh Nijjar was not intended to escalate tensions with India. India had dismissed the allegations as absurd and motivated. Trudeau's accusation has strained bilateral relations, already tense due to pro-Khalistan activities in Canada.

Former Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Amarinder Singh on September 19 criticized Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for his allegations against the Indian government regarding the death of Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Singh called Trudeau's claims baseless and accused him of playing to the vote gallery with his statements. During Trudeau's 2018 visit to India, Singh had raised the Khalistan issue and provided Trudeau with a list of alleged Canada-based operatives involved in terrorist activities. Trudeau assured that Canada did not support separatist movements and would look into concerns about militancy.

According to sources, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the chief of the banned Khalistani terror outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), is now under scrutiny by security agencies due to the killings of several pro-Khalistani terrorists. Pannun faces 22 criminal cases in Punjab, including sedition charges, and operates from Canada. Despite SFJ being banned in India since 2019 and Pannun being declared a terrorist, Western countries have allowed him to conduct these activities, citing freedom of expression. Pannun's role in recent developments, including the killing of a Khalistani terrorist in Canada, is being questioned.

The leaders of the radical Sikh organization Dal Khalsa, while addressing a press conference in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, on September 19, expressed their long-standing belief that Indian intelligence agencies were responsible for the murders of Khalistani leaders on foreign soil. They cited Canada's recent statement confirming Indian agency involvement in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar as further validation of their belief. Spokesperson Paramjit Singh Mand called on Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi to address Canada's accusations in the Lok Sabha. He suggested that India should cooperate with Canada's investigation rather than recalling its expelled diplomat, who is believed to be a cover agent of RAW. Additionally, Mand urged Pakistan to conduct an impartial investigation into the murders of Paramjit Singh Panjwar, asserting that the same mastermind was behind both killings.

According to sources, the deceased Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose killing has sparked a diplomatic dispute between India and Canada, fled India in 1997 under the alias 'Ravi Sharma,' using a fake passport. He faced allegations of involvement in several terror-related incidents and targeted killings in Punjab. Nijjar's name appeared on the most-wanted list provided by then-Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Captain Amarinder Singh to Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau in 2018. His activities and affiliations with Khalistani terror outfits like Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) and Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) had drawn the attention of Indian authorities.

Sergeant Timothy Pierotti, from the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), stated that investigators are working closely with various law enforcement agencies at the local, provincial, and national levels in relation to the shooting of Khalistani terrorist Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar. They consider this a high-priority investigation, but as of now, no one has been charged in relation to the incident.

Balraj Singh Nijjar, the son of the deceased Khalistani terrorist and the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, on September 19 expressed a 'sense of relief' upon hearing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's claim that the Indian government was involved in his father's killing. He, at the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, stated that it was only a matter of time before the truth came to light and hoped that specific individuals would be identified and appropriate actions taken.

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the chief of the banned Khalistani terror outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), issued a threat to Hindus living in Canada in a viral video. In the video, he urged Indo-Canadian Hindus to leave Canada and return to India, alleging that they had forsaken their allegiance to Canada and its constitution. He warned of potential attacks on Indian missions in Ottawa, Toronto, and Vancouver in Canada on September 25. Pannun also announced an upcoming referendum in Vancouver on October 29 to determine if Indian High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma was responsible for the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He pledged to hinder the functioning of Indian consulates and push the Canadian government to identify those behind Nijjar's killing, which he believed was meant to send a warning to pro-Khalistan Sikhs worldwide.

During an emergency session of the House of Commons (the lower house of the Parliament of Canada) on September 18, Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Justin Trudeau escalated a diplomatic standoff with India by claiming that his government is investigating "credible allegations" of India's involvement in the killing of a prominent Khalistani terrorist and the deceased chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), Hardeep Singh Nijjar, on Canadian soil. PM Trudeau stated that Canadian national security authorities have reason to suspect that "agents of the Indian government" were responsible for the murder of Canadian citizen Nijjar, who also served as the president of Surrey's Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara. He said, "The involvement of any foreign government in the murder of a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil is an unacceptable violation of our sovereignty." Trudeau added that his government had already raised the matter with India.

Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly on September 18 announced the expulsion of a ‘top Indian diplomat’ identified as Pavan Kumar Rai, the head of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) in Ottawa, as a result of the ongoing investigation into possible links between the Indian government and the alleged assassination of Khalistani terrorist and chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Canada.

According to reports, the second phase of the Khalistan referendum in Canada, organized by the banned Khalistani terror outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), will be held on October 29. It will include a question asking voters whether the Indian High Commissioner, Mr. Sanjay Kumar Verma, was responsible for the death of the radical Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2023. The referendum will take place at Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia province, Canada, where Nijjar was killed.

The Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) ‘Khalistan referendum’, held on September 10 at the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, witnessed a low turnout, prompting the event organizer to schedule a revote for October 29. SFJ chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun delivered a hate speech in which he claimed widespread participation, but local Sikhs largely dismissed the referendum as a 'sham exercise' that didn't represent their sentiments. They cited its association with controversial figures like Talwinder Singh Parmar and Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police's (RCMP) Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) on August 16 confirmed that they are searching for a third suspect in the killing of Khalistani terrorist and Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The initial two suspects, described as 'heavier-set males wearing face coverings,' were found not to have acted alone.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police's (RCMP) Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) on August 16 confirmed that they have identified the vehicle used by the suspects in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani terrorist and the chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF). The vehicle is described as a silver 2008 Toyota Camry. Nijjar was killed on June 18, 2023, in Surrey, Canada.

According to a report by Australia Today, on July 4, a new poster was circulating on social media, released by the banned terrorist group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), targeting Indian High Commissioner Manpreet Vohra and Consul General Sushil Kumar in Melbourne, Australia. The poster accuses Indian diplomats in Australia of being the "killers" of a wanted Khalistani terrorist and Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) chief, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was recently killed in Canada. The Indian government strongly condemned the targeting of Indian diplomats in Australia and is actively engaged with Australian officials on the matter.

The Indian High Commission in Ottawa, Canada, on June 3 sent a demarche to the Canadian Government seeking immediate measures against the Khalistan extremists responsible for the poster titled "Kill India" for their upcoming "Khalistan Freedom Rally", which threatened Indian officials, including Sanjay Kumar Verma, India's High Commissioner to Ottawa, and Apoorva Srivastava, Consul General in Toronto. The poster featured photos and designations of the two diplomats with the title "Faces of Shaheed Nijjar’s Killers in Toronto." According to the poster, the rally, named after Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was killed in Canada on June 18, is scheduled for July 8 in Toronto. This is not the first occasion on which India has issued a demarche to Canada; similar actions were taken in December 2020 and October 2022 concerning different matters.

Punjab Police on July 1 detained several Dal Khalsa activists who were heading to the office of India's external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), to protest the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the chief of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), in Canada, from near the Golden Temple in Amritsar. According to Kanwar Pal Singh, the spokesperson of Dal Khalsa, around 86 activists were stopped near Town Hall on Heritage Street in Amritsar. Pro-Khalistan slogans were also raised during the demonstration. Earlier in the day, the bhog ceremony and antim ardas (final prayers) for Nijjar, who was one of India’s most wanted terrorists, were held at Shaheedi Asthan Baba Gurbax Singh in the Golden Temple complex. Nijjar was designated a 'terrorist' by India under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Moninder Singh, a spokesperson for the British Columbia (BC) Gurdwaras Council and a pro-Khalistani supporter, stated on June 27 that he has gone into hiding following the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, Canada. Singh claimed that he and four others, including Nijjar, were warned last year about an imminent threat of assassination. However, when they asked about available protections, they received an unsatisfactory response from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s (RCMP), Canada.

Thousands gathered for the funeral of Hardeep Singh Nijjar on June 25 in Surrey, Canada. Attendees waved Khalistan flags and described Nijjar as peaceful and dedicated to human rights.

Sikh protesters in Vancouver gathered in front of the Indian consulate on June 24 to denounce the shooting death of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the president of a Sikh gurdwara. Gurkeerat Singh, a volunteer at the gurdwara, stated that Nijjar had been warned by Canadian intelligence officials about the potential danger to his life. Protesters believe that Nijjar's death was the result of foreign interference, possibly linked to his advocacy for an independent Sikh- Khalistan. While investigators have not established a connection to foreign interference, protesters expressed their conviction that the killing was related to Nijjar's activism.

According to reports, several Khalistani terrorists in countries such as the United States (US), Canada, the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, and Pakistan have gone into hiding following the murders of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Paramjit Singh Panjwar, and the suspicious death of Avatar Singh Khanda. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who leads the Khalistan Referendum campaign from the US, has been in hiding since Nijjar's murder. The two individuals were closely linked and had jointly initiated the campaign across different nations. Pannun's lack of communication regarding recent events has left pro-Khalistani organizations uncertain, while speculations regarding the potential role of Indian agencies in these deaths have sparked fear among wanted Khalistani terrorists and Punjab gangsters residing living abroad.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Unit (IHIT), which is handling the case of Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder, on June 21 released updated information about the incident that occurred on June 18. According to the latest details, two suspects, described as "heavy-set men wearing face coverings," fled into Cougar Creek Park and possibly entered a vehicle at the intersection of 121 Street and 68 Avenue. It is suspected that another individual was waiting in a vehicle to facilitate their escape. Nijjar sustained multiple gunshot wounds while in his vehicle, as he exited through the rear exit on 122 Street. Currently, no arrests have been made, and the motive behind the shooting remains unknown.

A meeting was convened on June 21 between members of Parliament belonging to the Liberal Sikh caucus led by Sukh Dhaliwal and Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino in response to apprehensions within the Surrey Sikh community regarding potential foreign interference in the shooting death of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, Canada. The killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar at a Sikh temple raised fears of foreign interference. The MPs expressed the community's concerns about safety and requested the involvement of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in the investigation. The minister assured them of the government's commitment to solving the crime and protecting the Sikh community. Further meetings with temple executives and ongoing support for the community are planned.

According to reports, recent deaths and mysterious circumstances surrounding Khalistani terrorists Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Paramjit Singh Panjwar, and Avtar Singh Khanda have dealt a blow to Khalistani propaganda. However, the threat of Khalistani terrorism remains as young individuals, lured by support from the ISI and other outfits, continue to join their ranks. The new guard includes operatives like Harvinder Singh Rinda, Arshdeep Dalla, and Goldy Brar, while the old guard comprises individuals like Lakhbir Singh Rode and Gurmeet Singh Bagga. Countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Australia remain key locations for Khalistani operatives.

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the chief of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) and Lawyer of Hardeep Singh Nijjar claimed to have received threats on June 20 and intends to provide details to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, according to some Canadian sources. Homicide investigators are searching for possible motives in the targeted killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Some believe he was murdered due to his high-profile campaign for an independent Khalistan, while others suggest a conflict closer to home may be the reason. The dispute between Nijjar and Ripudaman Singh Malik, who was previously acquitted in the Air India bombing case, regarding the printing of the Sikh holy book adds another layer of complexity to the investigation.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has shifted its focus to Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani terrorist and Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) chief, following the deaths of Avtar Singh Khanda and Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Pannun, who is believed to be hiding in the United States (US), has been missing for two days. The NIA is intensifying efforts to locate him.

According to reports, the recent killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar on June 18, has delivered a significant blow to pro-Khalistan individuals, following the recent deaths of Avtar Singh Khanda, leader of the Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF), and Paramjit Singh Panjwar, leader of the Khalistan Commando Force (KCF). Additionally, in March, Amritpal Singh was arrested. With the demise of the top three prominent Khalistani leaders and the arrest of Amritpal, attention has now turned towards Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who is being closely watched, reports said.

Notorious Khalistani terrorist, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was the leader of Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and the Canadian branch of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), was shot dead by two unidentified assailants in a parking lot of Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey, Canada on June 18. According to reports, Nijjar, who was the president of the Gurudwara, had forcibly taken control of it and had turned it into a prominent centre of Khalistani activities. Nijjar faced charges in several terror cases, including involvement in SFJ's Sikh Referendum campaign, plotting targeted killings at Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) gatherings and Hindu religious sites, and funding arms procurement and training for terrorist activities in India. He gained notoriety for hoisting a large Khalistani flag at the Indian consulate in Vancouver. Nijjar was also linked to the KTF's organized crime network, involved in extortion, smuggling arms, ammunition, and explosives across state borders. Nijjar was wanted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Punjab Police, in 17 cases involving provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and Explosive Substances Act and the Arms Act. The (NIA) had announced a reward of INR 10 lakh for his arrest in 2022 and seized his properties in his village Bhar Singh Pura in Phillaur subdivision of Jalandhar district in 2020.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (UMHA) declared Canada-based gangster Arshdeep Singh Gill, alias Arsh Dalla, a designated terrorist after discovering his involvement in crimes such as murder, extortion, targeted killings, and terrorism. According to MHA notification, Gill is associated with the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and is accused of various offences, including targeted killing, extortion for terrorism funding, attempted murder, inciting communal strife, and spreading terror in Punjab. The UMHA in a statement said that Arsh Dalla has been designated as a terrorist under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 due to his involvement in cross-border smuggling of drugs and weapons and association with the banned Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Arshdeep Singh Gill, who is originally from Ludhiana but currently resides in Canada, has been accused in various cases by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), including targeted killing, extortion for terror funding, attempted murder, inciting communal unrest, and inciting fear among the people of Punjab. This marks the fifth individual to be designated as a terrorist in the past week, all of whom are based in countries including Pakistan, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Canada. According to UMHA, Gill is closely connected to Hardeep Singh Nijjar and is involved in running terror modules on behalf of Nijjar. Gill has been involved in crimes such as murder, extortion, and targeted killings, as well as terror financing and the large-scale smuggling of drugs and weapons across borders. As a result, the Central Government has added Gill as a terrorist under section 35 of the UAPA. This will make Gill the 53rd individual to be designated as a terrorist under the Act.