India recalls top envoy to Canada amid escalating row over Sikh separatist murder investigation

Canada has accused India of involvement in the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil, citing credible evidence and intercepted communications. In response, India has withdrawn its top diplomat to Ottawa, along with other diplomats, citing concerns for their safety. India has rejected Canada's allegations as "preposterous imputations", demanding concrete evidence to support the claims. The exact circumstances surrounding Nijjar's death are disputed, with some sources suggesting that Canada has evidence linking Indian agents to the crime. The diplomatic standoff has led to a tense situation between the two countries, with India accusing Canada of creating an "atmosphere of extremism and violence" for its diplomats.