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The denial came from United States District Judge Victor Marrero in a recent order, where he dismissed a motion filed by Gupta's lawyer seeking discovery material in the case.

Charged by federal prosecutors in November last year, Gupta is accused of collaborating with an Indian government employee in the foiled plot on American soil.

Gupta, 52, was indicted by U.S. federal prosecutors in November for his role in the foiled plot to kill Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a dual U.S. and Canadian citizen.

Not stopping there, the legal representative of the banned Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) organization also urged the Muslim community in India to oppose the ceremony and suggested the formation of 'Urduistan' within the country.

The impact of the storms was widespread, affecting approximately 127,000 homes in the Gold Coast, Scenic Rim, and Logan regions, causing significant power outages.

Flight cancellations and delays affected airports, with over 660,000 customers without power in the Northeast. The storm, now in Canada, left widespread impacts.

The Canadian government previously implicated India in Nijjar's killing, while the US alleges Indian government complicity in the plot against Pannun, as per an undisclosed indictment.

In response to the potential dangers posed by the adverse weather conditions, downed power lines, and debris, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office urged the community to take shelter and refrain from using roadways. The inclement weather is part of a widespread system expected to unleash severe thunderstorms, high winds, and tornadoes across the Southern region throughout the weekend.

Samir Shah, aged 71, expressed his delight at being named the government's preferred candidate. The appointment is subject to formal processes, and Shah is expected to bring a wealth of experience to the position, having previously held various roles at the BBC. Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer highlighted Shah's clear ambition to see the BBC succeed in a rapidly changing media landscape.