US charges Indian criminal gang leader with organising murder of Canadian Sikh activist

The US has charged Lawrence Bishnoi, a notorious Indian criminal gang leader imprisoned in India, with organizing the 2023 murder of Canadian Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This move has strained diplomatic relations between Canada and India, as both countries have accused each other of harboring extremists. The FBI and Canadian authorities claim to have dismantled a significant part of Bishnoi's criminal network, highlighting the global reach and impact of the gang's activities. This case underscores the ongoing tensions between the two nations and the international efforts to combat transnational crime.