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Diljit Dosanjh says he gets ‘abused by both sides’, called ‘Khalistani’ in India

Diljit Dosanjh says he gets ‘abused by both sides’, called ‘Khalistani’ in India

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Amid packed arenas, and roaring crowds, Diljit Dosanjh continues to win hearts across continents with his Aura World Tour. However, behind the electrifying performances and fan frenzy, the singer-actor recently opened up about a more complicated reality he faces, being labelled and criticised from multiple sides, no matter where he goes. Diljit Dosanjh talked about being called Khalistani in India. Diljit Dosanjh on being called Khalistani in India During his concert in Edmonton, Canada, Diljit took a moment between songs to interact with fans and reflect on the challenges that come with fame and identity. While addressing the audience, he promised to give his best and make the evening unforgettable. The mood turned reflective when he noticed young fans enthusiastically chanting “Punjabi aa gaye oye (Punjabis have arrived).” Smiling, Diljit echoed the phrase but added a deeper note in Punjabi: “Stop it as much as you want, but once it gets into the kids, that ‘Punjabi aa gaye oye’ spirit, it never goes.” He then candidly spoke about the criticism he faces from different quarters. …

Diljit Dosanjh says he is called ‘Khalistani’ in India, separatists attack him too: ‘I get abused by both sides, don’t know what to do’ | Bollywood News

Diljit Dosanjh says he is called ‘Khalistani’ in India, separatists attack him too: ‘I get abused by both sides, don’t know what to do’ | Bollywood News

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5 min readEdmontonMay 4, 2026 09:46 AM IST Diljit Dosanjh is back at using the platform of his concerts to make political messaging. A couple of days ago in Calgary, he stopped his concert midway, triggered by a group of protesters waving the Khalistan flag in the audience, to tell everyone how much he promotes Punjab everywhere he goes across the world. During his Edmonton, Canada show on May 2, as part of his ongoing Aura tour, Diljit got political yet again in the middle of the show. But this time, the trigger was not by an extremist, but the complete opposite — by a child. ‘Punjabi aa gaye oye’ During the concert, Diljit addressed the crowd and promised them he’d do his best to ensure they have a great time. He then heard a kid in the audience addressing him. When he asked the kid to say it louder, the kid screamed, “Punjabi aa gaye oye,” the slogan made popular first by Diljit back when he became the first Punjabi artist ever to perform …

After Indian man pleads guilty to murder plot, FBI says Khalistani Pannun was ‘target of transnational repression’| India News

After Indian man pleads guilty to murder plot, FBI says Khalistani Pannun was ‘target of transnational repression’| India News

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Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, an American citizen and Khalistani separatist who is designated a tertorist by India, has been described by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as “a target of transnational repression”. The FBI said this as it posted on X about an Indian national, Nikhil Gupta, having pleaded guilty of an assassination plot against Pannun. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun was the target of the murder-for-hire plot, US authorities have alleged. (HT File Photo) “Nikhil Gupta was a key participant in a murder-for-hire plot against a U.S. citizen, a murder that was prevented thanks to the actions of U.S. law enforcement,” the FBI said, referring apparently to Pannun. “The U.S. citizen became a target of transnational repression solely for exercising their freedom of speech,” it further claimed. “The message from the FBI should be clear – no matter where you are located if you try to harm our citizens we will not stop until you are brought to justice,” the agency said in a message posted on behalf of Roman Rozhavsky, assistant director of the …

The case against Nikhil Gupta, who pleaded guilty in plot to kill Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Pannun| India News

The case against Nikhil Gupta, who pleaded guilty in plot to kill Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Pannun| India News

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Indian national Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty to plotting the assassination of pro-Khalistan separatist and US citizen Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who lives in New York City, the US attorney’s office for the southern district of New York confirmed. Nikhil Gupta could receive a combined maximum sentence of 40 years in jail. (Reuters/File Photo) “Nikhil Gupta plotted to assassinate a US citizen in New York City,” US attorney Jay Clayton told HT, “He thought that from outside this country he could kill someone in it without consequence, simply for exercising their American right to free speech. But he was wrong, and he will face justice.” Gupta has remained in custody in Brooklyn without bail since he was extradited from the Czech Republic in June 2024. ALSO READ | Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, Khalistani separatist, posts controversial video after Pahalgam attack Explained: The case against Nikhil Gupta The 54-year-old admitted guilt on three counts: murder-for-hire, conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Notably, US law enforcement agencies have claimed that Gupta was brought into the …

Intel Flags Khalistani ‘Provocation’ Playbook After Jan 26 Golden Temple Flag Incident | Exclusive | India News

Intel Flags Khalistani ‘Provocation’ Playbook After Jan 26 Golden Temple Flag Incident | Exclusive | India News

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Last Updated:January 28, 2026, 16:24 IST Such incidents are designed to trigger outrage without requiring large networks or high operational risk, especially when Khalistani groups inside India are under severe pressure The survival of Khalistani groups abroad has itself become a challenge, officials say, as Western countries face increasing diplomatic and security pressure. Indian intelligence agencies have assessed the January 26 Khalistani flag incident at Golden Temple as part of a repeatable, low-risk provocation playbook, warning that similar symbolic acts could be staged again at emotionally sensitive sites and dates to generate disproportionate political and diplomatic attention. According to intelligence inputs accessed by CNN-News18, such incidents—where Khalistani flags were unfurled at the holy site—are designed to trigger outrage without requiring large networks or high operational risk, especially at a time when Khalistani groups inside India are under severe pressure following sustained crackdowns by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and other security agencies under the direction of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Officials say the crackdown has hollowed out the Khalistani ecosystem in Punjab, with most …

European Union At Republic Day Parade: Why The Plan Has Rattled Khalistani Groups, ISI | Exclusive | India News

European Union At Republic Day Parade: Why The Plan Has Rattled Khalistani Groups, ISI | Exclusive | India News

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Last Updated:January 23, 2026, 16:27 IST EU Contingent At Republic Day Parade: “For Khalistani groups, this is damaging as Europe is prioritising strategic convergence with India over separatist narratives,” said sources EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Reuters/File) The scheduled presence of European Union (EU) at India’s Republic Day celebrations, with a contingent set to march at the parade, has rattled Khalistani groups and Pakistan’s Inter-State Intelligence (ISI), according to intelligence sources. As part of the march past, four European Union flag bearers riding on two Gypsy vehicles will participate along the parade route. The contingent’s participation coincides with the visit of EU leaders, António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen, who will be the chief guests at the Republic Day Parade. “The presence of Costa and Leyen shows a strong belief in India’s sovereignty and global stature. EU diplomats visiting India have received briefings on how certain Khalistani groups overlap with violent extremist outfits. This is not a routine protocol exchange and timing is key,” said sources. A day …

`Khalistani, Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target Delhi`

`Khalistani, Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target Delhi`

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Intelligence agencies on Saturday issued an alert ahead of Republic Day, warning of a possible attempt by proscribed Khalistani outfits and Bangladesh-based terror organizations to target New Delhi and several other cities across the country. According to sources from the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Punjab-based gangsters are “acting as foot soldiers for Khalistani and radical handlers operating from abroad,” as they continue to establish links with “Khalistani terror elements”. “Ahead of January 26, intelligence agencies have issued an alert warning that Khalistani terrorist organisations and Bangladesh-based terror outfits may attempt to target New Delhi and several other cities across the country,” intelligence sources said. “Punjab-based gangsters are increasingly acting as foot soldiers for Khalistani and radical handlers operating from abroad. These handlers are allegedly using criminal networks to further their agendas and disrupt internal security,” the official source added. The alert states that these gangsters are active across Haryana, Delhi-National Capital Region, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, and are gradually establishing links with Khalistani terrorist elements. Ahead of the Republic Day parade on January 26, North District …

Delhi On Alert Ahead Of R-Day Over Possible Khalistani, Bangladesh-Based Terror Threats: Report | India News

Delhi On Alert Ahead Of R-Day Over Possible Khalistani, Bangladesh-Based Terror Threats: Report | India News

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Last Updated:January 17, 2026, 15:15 IST As per the alert, these gangsters are active across Haryana, Delhi-NCR, UP and Rajasthan, and are gradually establishing links with Khalistani terrorist elements. Delhi on alert ahead of Republic Day celebrations over terror threats. Just days ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, the intelligence agencies on Saturday issued an alert warning against a possible attempt by Khalistani outfits and Bangladesh-based terror organisations to target New Delhi and several other cities across the country. According to the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Punjab-based gangsters are “acting as foot soldiers for Khalistani and radical handlers operating from abroad,” news agency ANI reported citing sources. As per the alert, these gangsters are active across Haryana, Delhi-National Capital Region, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, and are gradually establishing links with Khalistani terrorist elements. In view of the safety measures ahead of the Republic Day parade on January 26, North District Police conducted a series of simulated mock drills at vulnerable and crowded locations. The activity was done in order to check the preparedness and response time …

LeT, Khalistani Groups Procure Aerial Assets, UAV Sightings Reported At India-Pak Border | Exclusive | India News

LeT, Khalistani Groups Procure Aerial Assets, UAV Sightings Reported At India-Pak Border | Exclusive | India News

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Last Updated:January 14, 2026, 14:14 IST A detailed report has been prepared, with all the latest activities of aerial threats and activities to prepare comprehensive, multi-agency, multi-force counter-arrangements. Flying object was detected close to the LoC. (File image) A latest compiled report of inputs and incidents on aerial activities and threats has indicated that terrorist outfits, including Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Khalistani extremist groups, have procured paragliders and associated equipment, raising serious concerns among India’s security grid. According to sources, the detailed report has been prepared this year, with all the latest activities of aerial threats and activities to prepare comprehensive, multi-agency, multi-force counter-arrangements. This development assumes critical importance in the backdrop of increased drone activity along the Indo–Pak border, particularly during night hours. Sources said that aerial activities have been noticed and countered primarily along the Indo-Pak border. Forces have issued several alerts after detecting drones in forward areas, prompting heightened surveillance and countermeasures, based on the report and recent developments. Sources further said that multiple reports of unauthorised flying objects have also emerged from …

Diljit Dosanjh gets Khalistani threats again ahead of Auckland show

Diljit Dosanjh gets Khalistani threats again ahead of Auckland show

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Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has once again received threats from the Khalistani group. The singer, who is currently on his AURA Tour, has been threatened by a warning issued by US-based Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. This comes just days before his upcoming Auckland show. Diljit Dosanjh gets new threats from Khalistani goons According to reports, pro-Khalistan slogans were raised at the singer`s concert in Perth earlier. As per an India Today report, following the incident, his upcoming show in Auckland, New Zealand, has now been threatened with disruption by Khalistani goons. Interestingly, this is not the first time as Dosanjh continues to receive threats from the banned Khalistani group  Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) following his gesture of touching Amitabh Bachchan`s feet. His gesture had sparked a controversy. Nevertheless, the singer has remained unfazed and chosen to stay calm and positive despite the threats. He has been sharing glimpses from his concert on social media regularly. What`s the controversy about? The controversy sparked after a promo showed Diljit touching Bachchan`s feet. Soon, Sikhs for Justice …