India, April 6 -- The Canada government warned citizens travelling to the United States that their phones and other electronic devices could be searched, saying that they should "expect scrutiny" at the border.

Canada's updated travel advisory puts it in list of countries, including the UK, Germany and France, that have issued similar advisories amid US President Donald Trump's move to tighten border and immigration policy.

"Comply and be forthcoming in all interactions with border authorities. If you are denied entry, you could be detained while awaiting deportation," a Reuters report quoted the Canadian government's new travel advice states.

Trips and bookings to the US from Canada has reportedly dropped significantly over US Preside...