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Indian national Nikhil Gupta's sentencing in Gurpatwant Pannun murder plot case delayed to November 20

A US federal court has delayed the sentencing of Nikhil Gupta, who pleaded guilty to plotting to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun to November 20, according to court filings.

The Times of India

Pannun murder plot: Guilty plea may reduce Indian national Nikhil Gupta's jail term substantially

NEW DELHI: By admitting to murder-for-hire and money laundering charges, Indian national Nikhil Gupta may have secured a substantial reduction in the 40-year maximum sentence the charges entail through an "acceptance of responsibility" credit. The guilty plea not only reduces his jail-time but also helps him avoid a high-profile trial,…

The Times of India

DOJ's Gupta charges point to an amateur plot: Spooks

US Department of Justice indictments against Nikhil Gupta reveal a crude, amateur plot lacking basic intelligence tradecraft. Serving and retired officials highlight blatant violations of protocol, including direct communication with criminal middlemen and traceable electronics, suggesting a reckless haste that exposed the operation.

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Who is Nikhil Gupta? Key accused in Pannun assassination plot who admitted guilt in US court

Indian national Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty to orchestrating a plot to assassinate Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York. Recruited by an Indian government official, Gupta allegedly sought a hitman, offering $100,000 for the killing. He faces up to 24 years in prison for murder-for-hire and conspiracy charges.

The Times of India

'$100,000 deal': What US justice department reveals about Pannun murder plot

An Indian national, Nikhil Gupta, has admitted guilt in a US court for orchestrating a $100,000 murder-for-hire plot against a US citizen. Prosecutors allege an Indian government employee directed the scheme targeting a Sikh separatist leader. Gupta's arrest in the Czech Republic led to his extradition and subsequent plea.

The Times of India

Indian man pleads guilty in assassination plot against prominent Sikh separatist leader in New York

A man from India has pleaded guilty to federal conspiracy charges, admitting sending $15,000 to a supposed hitman to assassinate a prominent Sikh separatist leader living in New York City

The Independent UK

'Message to foreign actors...': Who is Nikhil Gupta, Indian man who pleaded guilty to plotting to murder Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in US?

54-year-old Nikhil Gupta, an Indian man, pleaded guilty to plotting to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani separatist leader and a US citizen. Gupta pleaded guilty to all three charges of murder for hire, conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. His sentencing will take place in…

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Indian man accused of plot to assassinate US activist pleads guilty

Nikhil Gupta faces up to 40 years over alleged India-backed attempt to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

The Guardian - US

In turnaround, Indian national Nikhil Gupta pleads guilty in Khalistani's murder-for-hire case

TOI correspondent from Washington: In a dramatic courtroom reversal, Indian national Nikhil Gupta pleaded guilty Friday to federal charges in a foiled plot to kill Gurpatwant Pannun, a pro-Khalistan separatist and US citizen. Gupta, 54, appearing before US magistrate judge Sarah Netburn, admitted to three counts: murder-for-hire, conspiracy to commit…

The Times of India

Terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun murder plot: Accused Nikhil Gupta pleads guilty in US court

NEW DELHI: Nikhil Gupta, an Indian man accused of murder plot of Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has pled guilty in a US court.

The Times of India

Spies, Gangsters, and Murder: Canada’s Wildest Diplomatic Showdown Yet

Killing of Canadian Sikh linked to highest levels of India’s government

The Walrus

A Closer Look at 7 Analyst Recommendations For Noble Corp

Throughout the last three months, 7 analysts have evaluated Noble Corp (NYSE:NE), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.

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Navigating 7 Analyst Ratings For Valaris

Throughout the last three months, 7 analysts have evaluated Valaris (NYSE:VAL), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.

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In-Depth Examination Of 4 Analyst Recommendations For Seadrill

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Seadrill (NYSE:SDRL), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.

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The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: Canada puts India ‘on notice’ as row over alleged killing of Sikh activists escalates

In today’s newsletter: Justin Trudeau says there are ‘credible allegations’ that Modi’s government was involved in the killing of a Sikh separatist in British Columbia. What does say about India’s global standing?

The Independent UK

Former Indian spy rejects US charge in Sikh separatist murder plot, family says

Vikash Yadav is accused of masterminding a murder-for-hire plot against Sikh dissident Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York

The Guardian - UK

Allegations suggest India is now part of the assassination club

Canada’s PM, Justin Trudeau, claims Indian diplomats are implicated in murders on Canadian soil

Al Jazeera

Who is Vikash Yadav, Indian agent accused by US in Sikh assassination plot?

A US indictment has named Yadav as the mastermind of the foiled plot to kill Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

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Indian Government Employee Charged In Foiled Assassination Plot

Criminal charges against Indian government employee in foiled assassination plot targeting Sikh separatist leader in the U.S. lead to diplomatic tensions.

The Independent UK

Former Indian spy charged in plot to assassinate US citizen in New York

Indian intelligence officer accused of being the ‘mastermind’ behind murder-for-hire plot against Sikh dissident Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

The Independent UK

Indian government employee charged in foiled murder-for-hire plot in New York City

The Justice Department has announced criminal charges against an Indian government employee in connection with a foiled plot to kill a Sikh separatist leader living in New York City

International Business Times

US Charges Indian Agent Over Alleged Plot To Kill Sikh Separatist

An Indian government employee has been indicted for his role in a foiled plot to kill a Sikh separatist leader in the United States, the Justice Department said Thursday.

Al Jazeera

Air India serial bomb threats: Why is it significant amid Canada tensions?

Several Indian carriers have been forced to divert flights or return to land following bomb threats this week.

Al Jazeera

Sikh assassinations: Are the US and Canada raising the heat on India?

A year after Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s murder, court cases in Canada and US are testing ties with India.

Reason

"Indian National" Extradited "in Connection with Foiled Plot to Assassinate U.S. Citizen" for Citizen's Sikh Separatist Advocacy

The government alleges that Nikhil Gupta was involved in a "plot, directed by an employee of the Indian government, to target and assassinate a U.S. citizen for his support of the Sikh separatist movement in India."

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