Nikhil Gupta, Pannun murder plot and the Nijjar connection: Inside a case that spanned 3 continents

2026-02-19 - 11:03

Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani separatist, was assassinated in Canada, sparking diplomatic tensions. Simultaneously, a plot to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the US was uncovered, leading to the arrest of Indian national Nikhil Gupta. US authorities allege an Indian government employee directed the plot, a claim India disputes, suggesting a rogue operation.