"Foiled Assassination Attempt on Sikh Puts India-US Relations to the Test"

The relationship between India and the United States faces a significant test following the foiled assassination attempt on a Sikh separatist leader in New York City, with U.S. prosecutors accusing an Indian official of directing the plot. This comes after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian government involvement in the killing of a Sikh separatist near Vancouver. While the long-term damage is unlikely to be severe, the two governments may struggle to control the narrative and fallout as the case unfolds in a New York court. India's response to the accusations has been more cooperative with the U.S. compared to its harsh exchange with Canada. The Biden administration has emphasized the importance of the India-U.S. partnership, but the allegations pose a challenge to the relationship.