Singh, who fled India in 1998 after being acquitted by a trial court, was extradited from UAE on Friday following a Red Corner Notice issued by Interpol in 2023.
Data on fugitives shows many more were brought back from Middle East. This year's tally marks increase of 340% from that of 2017, when CBI intensified efforts to repatriate fugitives.
The list named slain Sikh terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar and those associated with International Sikh Youth Federation and Khalistan Liberation Force, among other outfits.
Of around 36 men, over 12 are wanted for purported involvement in acts of terrorism in Punjab, some for targeted killings and kidnappings, and others for aiding drug lords in Punjab.
School teacher Matthew Smith was arrested in November 2022 for exploiting kids in India for years. No case yet but CBI working with Interpol to identify those involved, it is learnt.
Four arrested produced in Patiala House Court in Delhi and sent to 5-day police custody. Evidence of 'fraud worth over $ 20 million' has been collected so far, say Delhi police.
Despite multiple agencies being involved, the US could maintain a clear chain of command. This is something India should consider too, as it defines the theatre command structures.
The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.
Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
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