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Oct 16, 2026 at 9:13 AM ET
India urges U.S. to protect Indian nationals after temple plot
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India’s Ministry of External Affairs voiced alarm over hate crimes in the United States and urged U.S. authorities to ensure the safety of Indian nationals after authorities in Aurora thwarted an alleged mass-shooting plot targeting a local Hindu temple. A 19-year-old suspect faces charges for threatening the temple while armed.
WHO: India’s Ministry of External Affairs
WHAT: India’s Ministry of External Affairs urged U.S. authorities to ensure the safety of Indian nationals and voiced alarm over hate crimes in the United States.
WHEN: Reported Oct 16, 2026 at 8:10 AM ET
WHERE: India
WHY: The statement followed authorities in Aurora thwarting an alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting at a Hindu temple.
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