As Nikhil Gupta appeared before US court Monday, US deputy attorney general said 'murder-for-hire-plot' attempted to silence political activist from practicing 'freedom of speech'.
Nikhil Gupta's US-based lawyer, attorney Jeffrey Chabrowe said that they would file a bail application at a later date, meaning Gupta will continue to be detained for now.
Arrested in Czech Republic last yr, Nikhil Gupta is accused of attempting to kill Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. He'll likely be produced before federal court in New York today.
Top Czech court upholds decision by two lower courts, rejecting Nikhil Gupta’s appeal against extradition to US over charges of conspiracy to kill Sikh separatist Pannun.
Court rejects Nikhil Gupta’s application against extradition to the US, saying all his proceedings before courts 'have to come to an end'. Justice minister will take final call.
A final decision on the extradition of Gupta will be in the hands of Justice Minister Pavel Blazek once the ruling is delivered to all parties in the case, Czech govt spokesperson said.
Gupta's lawyer had asked for 'defence materials relevant to its ability to defend the instant charges', but US says it will provide information only when the accused appears in a New York court.
New York federal judge's order asks US govt to file a reply within 3 days. Gupta was arrested by Czech authorities on 30 June and is awaiting extradition to the United States.
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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