Global National: Sept. 18, 2023 | Exploring the allegations linking India to a Sikh leader's murder

In tonight's top story: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada's security intelligence agencies suspect the Indian government is involved in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The Canadian man, 45, and prominent Sikh leader was fatally shot in Surrey, B.C. on June 18. Mercedes Stephenson explains what's known about the investigation, how this has led to the expulsion of an Indian diplomat and the souring relations between Canada and India.

Senior members of Trudeau's cabinet have met with the bosses of Canada's biggest grocery chains about high food prices. David Akin explains why one CEO says the issue is complicated and whether the summit accomplished anything.

As the cost of living rises, retailers say they're also seeing more shoplifters and more incidents of violent thieves. Mike Drolet speaks with one merchant who kept moving locations over safety concerns, and the growing frustration among businesses about the lack of repercussions for shoplifters.

Rallies have been held across Canada, calling for landfill sites to be searched for the remains of missing Indigenous women and girls. Melissa Ridgen explains how the calls are amplifying — particularly in Manitoba where an election campaign is underway.

The Alberta NDP wants a public inquiry into the E. coli outbreak linked to several Calgary daycares sharing a central kitchen. At least 348 people have been infected, many of whom are children. Heather Yourex-West explains Premier Danielle Smith's reaction to a review and what at least one critic wants to see change across Canada.

With about 13,000 workers from Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis on strike in the U.S., fears are mounting that 5,000 Ford workers in Ontario could follow suit. Touria Izri looks at what an autoworkers' strike in Canada could mean for the vehicle manufacturing industry and for drivers.

Plus, the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) has held its first draft as interest in women's sports surges around the world. Eric Sorensen explains how the new league could set the bar for hockey's next generation of players and how the sport's culture is long overdue for change.

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