Goa, June 2 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to miss the upcoming G7 summit in Canada from June 15-17, marking his first absence in six years. Several factors contribute to this decision: India has not received a formal invitation, diplomatic ties between India and Canada remain strained-mainly due to unresolved issues surrounding the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar-and there are security concerns about Modi's visit.

Although Canada's new government has shown interest in mending relations, Indian officials stress that improvements must come before any high-level engagement takes place. India's Ministry of External Affairs has also confirmed it has no information regarding Modi's attendance. Meanwhile, oth...