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United News of India
8 hours ago
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- United News of India
Indian student dies in Canada, reason unclear
New Delhi, June 20 (UNI) An Indian student, Tanya Tyagi, of Calgary University in Canada has died, the Indian Consulate in Vancouver said. The Consulate did not give reason for death but said it is in touch with the authorities and will provide all assistance to the bereaved family. 'We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary. The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers are with his family and friends of the deceased,' the Consulate said in a post on X. Tanya was pursuing her Masters in Food Safety and Quality in Canada. While the cause of her death is unknown as the Indian Consulate has not said anything, a post on X by one Ishu Tyagi (advicate) while appealing for help said Tanya had died of 'heart attack' on June 17. He said Tanya was a resident of Ṇortheast Delhi and had gone to Canada for studies. Tanya's family has appealed to the Prime Minister for bringing her body back home. Tanya's death follows several incidents involving Indian students in Canada in recent months. In April, 21 year old Vanshika Saini who had been missing for four days, was found dead near a beach in Ottawa. UNI RB GNK 1706
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First Post
10 hours ago
- First Post
Indian student found dead in Canada under mysterious circumstances, fourth such case in 3 months
Tanya Tyagi's death follows at least three such incidents involving Indian students in Canada in past three months read more In a tragic turn of events, an Indian student named Tanya Tyagi, studying at the University of Calgary in Canada, was found dead under suspicious conditions, according to a statement released by the Consulate General of India in Vancouver on Thursday (June 19). The consulate expressed its condolences to the family and stated, 'We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at the University of Calgary.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends of the deceased,' the post by the consulate read. We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary. The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends… — India in Vancouver (@cgivancouver) June 19, 2025 Tyagi's death follows at least three such incidents involving Indian students in Canada in past three months. (More to follow)
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Delhi student dies under mysterious circumstances in Canada: What was she studying?
Tanya Tyagi pursuing Master's in food safety dies mysteriously in Canada. (Photo: Ishutyagi91/X) An Indian student from Delhi, Tanya Tyagi, studying at the University of Calgary in Canada, has died suddenly under unclear circumstances. The Consulate General of India in Vancouver confirmed her death on June 19, 2025, expressing sorrow over the incident and assuring support to her family. The exact cause of her death remains undisclosed, but an unverified social media post claimed it was due to a heart attack. The sudden demise of Tanya Tyagi has left family, friends, and the Indian community in shock. The consulate stated that it is in constant touch with Canadian authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Her death raises questions and concerns about the safety and wellbeing of Indian students abroad. Tanya Tyagi's field of study Tanya Tyagi was pursuing her Master's in Food Safety and Quality at the University of Calgary. This program focuses on ensuring the safety and quality of food products through rigorous scientific and regulatory frameworks. Students in this field are trained to address challenges related to foodborne pathogens, quality assurance, and compliance with food safety standards. Consulate General expresses condolences and support The official statement from the Consulate General of India in Vancouver read, "We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary. The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with her family & friends of the deceased." The consulate's involvement highlights the importance of diplomatic support when Indian nationals face crises overseas. The statement further mentioned that officials are awaiting more information regarding the cause or conditions of Tanya's death. Family appeals to the government for help Tanya Tyagi's family, based in Northeast Delhi, is reportedly struggling to manage the arrangements to bring her body back to India. As per a social media appeal by Ishu Tyagi, IT Head of BJYM Delhi, the family has reached out to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar for assistance. The appeal, posted on June 19, 2025, urged officials to support the family in repatriation efforts. The father's contact number, 9354758957 (Vipul Tyagi), was also shared to facilitate communication. Previous incidents involving Indian students abroad This tragic incident echoes a similar case earlier this year when a 20-year-old Indian student, Sudiksha Konanki, studying at the University of Pittsburgh, went missing while vacationing in the Dominican Republic. The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office, along with multiple US agencies including the FBI and DEA, have been involved in that ongoing investigation, as per ANI. Uncertainty surrounds cause of death Though social media reports mention a heart attack as the cause of Tanya Tyagi's death, official sources have yet to confirm this. The University of Calgary and Canadian authorities have not released detailed information, leading to speculation about the nature of her sudden demise. The Indian consulate continues to liaise with local authorities to uncover more details and support the family during this difficult time. The death of Tanya Tyagi underscores the vulnerabilities faced by international students and the need for adequate support systems. More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds and the consulate continues its assistance. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
New Indian Express
13 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Indian student dies in Canada, cause of death unclear
An Indian student enrolled at the University of Calgary in Canada has died under unclear circumstances, the Consulate General of India in Vancouver said on Thursday. The student, identified as Tanya Tyagi, had travelled to Canada for higher studies. The Consulate issued a statement expressing condolences and assured support to the family. 'We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary,' the Consulate posted on X.
The Hindu
15 hours ago
- The Hindu
Indian student dies in Canada; Consulate says ‘saddened by the sudden demise'
An Indian student at the University of Calgary in Canada has died, the Consulate General of India in Vancouver said on Thursday (June 19, 2025). The Consulate said it was 'saddened by the sudden demise' of the Indian student, identified as Tanya Tyagi. It was immediately not clear how the Indian student died and under what circumstances. "We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary," it posted on X. "The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends of the deceased," it added.
