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High-security cell, tight watch: Inside NIA's custody of Tahawwur Rana

Extradited from the US, 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana is now held in a NIA cell in Delhi under 24x7 surveillance; Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Jaya Roy will lead the investigation

Tahawwur Rana said 'Indians deserved it' after 26/11: US govt confirms

After 26/11, Tahawwur Rana told Headley that Indians 'deserved it', says US DOJ, calling his extradition to India a critical step in delivering long-awaited justice

India to give $990,000 aid to Sierra Leone for differently abled persons

Over 450 Sierra Leone nationals have enrolled under the Pan-African Tele-Education and Tele-Medicine initiative (e-VBAB), receiving online education across various courses from Indian universities

Tahawwur Rana extradition: US says it supports India's pursuit of justice

Earlier, a spokesperson for the US Department of Justice also commented on Rana's extradition to India and noted that it is a crucial step in seeking justice for the victims of the heinous attacks

Taiwan detects 2 Chinese aircraft sorties, 6 naval vessels near territory

G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, expressed concern over China's recent provocative actions

26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana in 18 day NIA custody, brought to headquarters

According to the NIA, Rana was being held in judicial custody in the US pursuant to proceedings initiated under the India-US Extradition Treaty for his extradition

US-India continue to work to combat global terrorism: US state dept

US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated that the US had consistently supported India's efforts to hold those responsible for the attacks accountable

Mumbai terror attacks accused Tahawwur Rana produced in Delhi court

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused, was brought to Delhi court on Thursday night.

NIA arrests Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana after extradition from US

The NIA investigation team at the airport arrested Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin living primarily in Chicago

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