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May 7, 2026 2:57 PM - Connect Newsroom - Ramandeep Kaur with files from The Canadian Press
India has rejected allegations by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) that linked New Delhi to foreign interference activities in Canada, calling the claims “baseless.”
Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India does not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries and described India as a responsible democracy that respects international law and the sovereignty of other nations.
Jaiswal said concerns related to such matters should be addressed through established diplomatic channels rather than through public statements or political debate. He added that India’s position on the issue has remained “clear and consistent,” and that sensitive matters should be resolved through direct engagement between governments.
The comments came after CSIS released its 2025 annual report, which identified India, China, Pakistan, Iran and Russia as countries allegedly involved in foreign interference activities in Canada. According to the report, foreign interference continues to pose a threat to Canada’s democratic institutions and communities.
