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Tahawwur Rana hearing: Media, civilians removed from Patiala House Court

Meanwhile, senior advocate Dayan Krishnan and special public prosecutor Narender Mann who are representing the National Investigation Agency reached the court premises

Tahawwur Hussain Rana successfully extradited, confirms NIA

In a statement, the NIA said the extradition happened after years of sustained and concerted efforts to bring the key conspirator behind the 2008 mayhem to justice

Rana's arrival at NIA HQ: Delhi JLN Metro Station's gate no 2 closed

Rana, 64, is a close associate of David Coleman Headley, also known as Daood Gilani and is one of the main conspirators in the 2008 attacks

SFJ warns Himachal CM against Ambedkar birth anniversary celebrations

According to the letter, Ambedkar, while drafting the Indian Constitution, "inserted Article 25(b), which classifies Sikhs as Hindus? stripping Sikhs of legal recognition as a distinct religion

B'desh court issues new arrest warrant against Hasina, her daughter

The ACC alleged Putul had done that 'despite the fact that she and her family members owned a house or flat or housing facility in an area under the jurisdiction of RAJUK in Dhaka city'

India gets Tahawwur Rana, but US extradition pact curbs prosecution scope

Under the US-India extradition treaty, India must ensure Tahawwur Rana is not tortured, gets adequate prison protection, and is tried only for offences listed in the extradition

Bangladesh won't face issues due to India's trans-shipment halt: Official

Asked whether Bangladesh plans to send a formal letter to India regarding the cancellation, the commerce adviser said, At present, the matter of sending a letter is not under consideration

India ends transshipment for Bangladesh exports: What it means for trade

India cited logistical issues for scrapping the facility, saying it caused major congestion at ports and airports, leading to delays, higher costs, and export backlogs

Pakistan distances itself from Tahawwur Rana, says he is Canadian citizen

During a weekly press briefing, Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs claimed that Rana had not renewed his documentation in over 20 years and holds Canadian nationality

India, Pakistan armies hold flag meeting in Poonch on border management

Indian Army officials also raised the issue of infiltration attempts, ceasefire violations, and IED blasts with their counterparts and lodged a protest with them

Fresh arrest warrant issued against Sheikh Hasina, daughter in graft case

On Thursday, Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Zakir Hossain Galib accepted the charge sheet submitted by the Anti-Corruption Commission

Building future-ready defence ecosystem 'necessity', says Rajnath Singh

He further said that the Armed Forces must operate jointly and remain future-ready in today's ever-evolving multi-domain environment

Tahawwur Rana extradition: Who is he and what's his role in 26/11 attacks?

Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Rana extradited to India for aiding 26/11 attacks; accused of helping David Headley plan reconnaissance missions in Mumbai

Centre appoints Narender Mann to conduct 26/11 trial against Tahawwur Rana

Narender Mann appointed Special Public Prosecutor for Mumbai attacks; to represent agency in Delhi courts for three years or until trial concludes

Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft sorties, 6 naval vessels near territory

In light of the heightened Chinese military activity around Taiwan, the G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, expressed concern

Tahawwur Rana not in US BOP custody, extradition to India imminent

According to information on the website of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Rana is Not in BOP Custody as of April 8, 2025

Khalilur Rahman redesignated as National Security Advisor of Bangladesh

Dr Rahman will retain his functions as the High Representative for the Rohingya issue and assist the Chief Adviser in the discharge of his responsibilities regarding the Bangladesh Defence Ministry

India, Slovakia must boost ties in film production, entertainment: Murmu

She also underlined the need to promote Slovakia as a filming destination and a partner in joint film production

Slovakia 'fully' backs India's bid to become new permanent member of UNSC

President Murmu acknowledged Slovakia's "unwavering support" in evacuating Indian students from Ukraine during the Russia-Ukraine conflict, strengthening the bond between the two nations

India too big to be used by US against China, says economist Jeffrey Sachs

Jeffrey Sachs warns India against US geopolitical strategies amid trade war triggered by Trump tariffs