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Breaking News: Indian PhD Student Shot Dead at University of Toronto

A tragic incident occurred at the University of Toronto, Canada, where an Indian PhD student, Shivank Avasthi, was shot dead. The attacker fled the scene immediately after the incident. Shivank had traveled to Canada to pursue his doctoral studies and was reportedly a bright and promising student. The incident has raised serious concerns as thousands of Indian students travel abroad for education every year, with Canada being a popular destination for higher studies. Authorities in Toronto are investigating the case while the university has urged students to remain cautious. The Indian community in Canada and authorities in India have expressed grief over the loss of a promising scholar. This unfortunate event underscores the safety risks that international students may face and the importance of security measures at campuses with large student populations.

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