Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller noted that some students, particularly from countries like India, Nigeria, and Ghana, are applying for asylum shortly after arriving, even though conditions in their home countries have not changed.

The sole survivor, a woman in her 20s, escaped thanks to Rick Harper, who smashed a window with a metal pole, allowing her to scramble out head-first.

“We don’t support any extremism or discrimination, especially if it is against India.”

Peel Police Chief advised the temple to prioritise safety, forcing organisers to cancel the event.

35-year-old Gosal was arrested on November 8 and has been charged with alleged assault with a Weapon. Released on conditions, he is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Addressing the issue, Dr Jaishankar noted that India has raised the matter with Australia, marking it as a shared point of security dialogue.

Donald Best, a former Canadian senior police officer, claims that suspended police sergeant Sohi also participated in a pro-Khalistan protest in Toronto on 18 October 2024.

RCMP found a total of 89 firearms, including handguns, AR-15-style rifles and submachine-guns as well as small explosive devices, ammunition, silencers, high-capacity magazines, body armor, and $500,000 Canadian (US$359,000) in cash.

This decision, reportedly made without an explanation, has intensified feelings of unease within the diaspora community, and sparked strong responses across media and political circles.

The victim, who was a member of the local Sikh community, had reportedly been trapped inside the oven, according to initial reports.