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November 26, 2025 10:30 AM

26/11 Mumbai terror attacks: Never forget, never forgive

The Taj Palace’s dome silhouetted against a night sky filled with flames and smoke became one of the defining images of that November night 17 years ago - an event that marked a new chapter in terror and in India’s resilient fightback. The iconic Mumbai hotel, overlooking the Gateway of India and the Arabian Sea, witnessed scenes of unimaginable brutality between November 26 and 28, 2008. Two luxury hotels - the Taj Palace and the nearby Trident, both owned by the Oberoi Group - were among...

November 26, 2025 9:39 AM

Mumbai terror attacks: Among those in the line of duty on 26/11

On the night of November 26, 2008, Mumbai’s usual bustle was shattered by gunfire, explosions and flames. What began as an ordinary evening turned into a night of terror that tested the courage of its people, scarred countless families and left an indelible mark on the nation’s memory. Amid nearly 60 hours of intense developments emerged stories of extraordinary bravery - of security personnel who confronted heavily armed terrorists, and ordinary citizens who became heroes through their act...

April 11, 2025 9:06 AM

26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana sent to 18-Day NIA custody by special court

A special NIA court on Friday sent Tahawwur Rana to 18-day custody of the National Investigation Agency following his extradition from the United States. Rana, 64, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin who had been living in Chicago, was flown to New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on a special flight from Los Angeles on Thursday. The aircraft was escorted by officials from the NIA and the National Security Guard (NSG), and included senior officers involved in the case. Upon ...

March 7, 2025 9:54 AM

US Supreme Court rejects Tahawwur Rana’s plea to stay extradition to India

The US Supreme Court has rejected the appeal of Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, seeking a stay on his extradition to India. Justice Elena Kagan dismissed Rana's application on Thursday, denying his request to delay his extradition. Rana, who had filed an emergency plea to the Supreme Court, argued that he would not survive long enough to be tried in India due to his deteriorating health. In his application, he claimed that if the stay were not granted, the US co...

February 14, 2025 9:20 PM

India, US ask Pakistan to ensure its territory is not used for cross-border terrorist attacks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have jointly called on Pakistan to ensure its territory is not used for cross-border terrorism, emphasizing the need for decisive action against terror groups operating from its soil. During a joint press conference following bilateral talks, PM Modi praised the US decision to extradite Tahawwur Rana, an accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. PM Modi asserted that Indian courts would now take appropriate legal action again...

January 28, 2025 12:32 PM

NIA team set to visit US for extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attacks mastermind Tahawwur Rana

A high-level team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is expected to travel to the United States soon to finalize the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a key figure wanted for his involvement in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, according to sources cited by ANI. The visit follows a major legal breakthrough after the US Supreme Court recently dismissed a review petition filed by Rana challenging his extradition to India. This development clears the way for Indian authorities to expedite leg...