US authorities forged "murder-for-hire" charges against Indian national Nikhil Gupta, accusing him of orchestrating a plot to assassinate Sikh activist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York City. The indictment implicates an Indian government official, referred to as CC-1, alleging the official directed the plot from India. Gupta, arrested in June by Czech authorities, faces charges related to murder-for-hire and conspiracy, each carrying a maximum sentence of 10 years. The foiled plot, involving a DEA undercover officer, raises concerns about overseas lethal schemes. The unfolding investigation exposes an alleged nexus between Gupta, the Indian government, and international criminal activities.

India was among 91 nations that voted in favor of a UN resolution demanding Israel withdraw from the occupied Golan Heights on Tuesday. Captured from Syria during 1967's Six-Day War, Israel annexed the territory in 1981, a move not recognized internationally. The resolution called on Israel to revert control of the strategic area back to pre-1967 borders in line with Security Council directives. Key Asian nations including China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh also voted yes, while the US, UK, and Canada opposed the measure. Sixty-two countries including France and Germany abstained. The result highlighted deep divides but gave momentum to calls for Israel to end its decades-long occupation.

Om Brahmbhatt, 23, an Indian student in New Jersey, is charged with three counts of first-degree murder for fatally shooting his maternal grandparents, Dilipkumar and Bindu Brahmbhatt (both 72), and his uncle Yashkumar Brahmbhatt (38). The motive remains unknown. Authorities responded to a South Plainfield condo following a 9 am gunfire report. Om, residing with the victims, was charged with additional weapon-related counts. Relatives in Gujarat reveal Om's recent move to the US for studies, suggesting it was on his grandfather's insistence. Om awaits a pre-trial detention hearing at the Middlesex County Adult Correctional Center.

The US State Department achieved an unprecedented milestone by granting over 140,000 student visas to Indian nationals in the 2023 fiscal year alone, the highest number ever recorded. Indian students accounted for almost a quarter of the total 600,000 student visas issued globally. This surge comes as the Biden administration pushes policies to attract international students, who inject an estimated "$38 billion yearly" into the US economy. Beyond students, nearly 10.4 million total non-immigrant visas were approved last fiscal year, including close to 8 million for business and tourism visitors. The US aims to "facilitate travel while upholding security" through ongoing improvements to streamline visa processes.

Marking the 26/11 Mumbai attacks anniversary, UK Parliament members blasted India's neighbour, with Lord Rami Ranger asserting it "should be ashamed", having created "terrorists instead of doctors" and made "a mess" of its nation founded on "one million losing lives". Urging focus on future generations, he stated, that they "should think of the future generation, that they should not suffer." British MP Virendra Sharma praised India for continually working to "finish terrorism and bring peace". MP Catherine West stressed the need to resolve differences through "talking and understanding, not violence". Recalling 26/11 at a memorial event organised by the High Commission of India, London, the UK parliamentarians lauded India's anti-terror efforts and the country's continuous efforts towards progress.

Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami's powerful message echoed at a High Commission of India, London event commemorating the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks on Tuesday, November 28. His message was clear: " Our approach to this particular egregious act of terror is, was, and will be: Never forget, never forgive, and never again." This sentiment reflects India's stance against the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Doraiswami highlighted the nation's progress in security measures and its clear anti-terrorism policy, signaling a strategic shift. The event, attended by UK and Indian dignitaries, emphasized global cooperation against terror. Discussions also touched on Israel's designation of Lashkar-e-Taiba as a terror group, reflecting a global inclination towards legal and international mechanisms in countering terrorism.

Israel's Ambassador to India, Naor Gilon, urges India to designate Hamas as a terrorist group, stating, "India has been consistent in not tolerating terror attacks." Despite recognizing Hamas' actions as terrorism, India has not yet banned the group. Gilon emphasizes, "Now it is for the Indian government to decide – if, where, how, and how fast." The plea comes during an extended ceasefire, with Gilon noting Israel's focus shifting from northern to southern Gaza. The envoy's remarks coincide with Arab ambassadors expressing solidarity with Palestine in New Delhi. India's UN representative reiterates support for a two-state solution in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Sikhs for Justice leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, declared a terrorist by India for spearheading a global referendum on Khalistan, alleged the Indian government wants to "kill me" for the secessionist voting campaign in an interview with the Time. With the Financial Times reporting the US foiling a purported plot against Pannun on American soil, he said the "onus is on the Joe Biden administration for my protection." Denying that he called to "bomb Air India" Pannun claimed that his actual call was to "boycott Air India", which the Indian government allegedly twisted. Pannun asserted he's challenging the "terror" narrative peacefully through the referendum. Pannun claimed peaceful democratic resolution was never sought on whether Punjab should be independent since 1947. He revealed plans for "Khalistan referendum voting in Punjab on January 26, 2024." Calling out assassination plots, the banned SFJ leader expects US security against what he calls violent Indian suppression of his banned group's separatist referendum agenda.

India's envoy to Canada has revealed that India received "legally presentable" inputs from the US on the alleged assassination plot against separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. He said the inputs pointed to a nexus between criminals and terrorists in the US with possible "Indian connections." However, envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma said India got "nothing specific" from Canada related to the killing of separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar despite conversations. Verma said while the US shared actionable details, Canada only provided "allegations." He reiterated India's offer to investigate if Canada provides relevant information. But Verma asserted the Indian government had no role in Nijjar's killing in Canada.

India's Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has emphasized the need for concrete action on climate funding and technology transfer at the upcoming COP28 summit. Speaking at the India Global Forum Middle East and Africa 2023 in Dubai, Sitharaman highlighted India's commitment to climate goals, funded independently of the pledged hundred billion. Calling for more than mere discussions, she stressed the significance of COP28 in directing the transfer of technology and actual funding, especially for developing economies. Despite geopolitical tensions, Sitharaman assured that the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor remains resilient. The conference also featured insights from UAE's AI Minister, Omar Al Olama, who emphasized the crucial role of AI in driving economies and impacting societies. The upcoming COP28 is anticipated to set the stage for global climate strategies.