Foiled Sikh Assassination Plot: US Accuses Indian Official
TL;DR
The United States has accused an Indian official of being involved in a foiled plot to kill a Sikh separatist in New York City. The official, identified as Hardeep Singh, allegedly conspired with others to hire hitmen to carry out the assassination. The plot was reportedly uncovered through intercepted communications. The US has requested the extradition of Singh, who is currently in India, to face charges in the United States.
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