Who is Tahawwur Rana? What led to his extradition from US?

Thursday, 10 April 2025
Tahawwur Rana, a 64-year-old Pakistani-born Canadian national and one of the key plotters of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, landed at Delhi's Palam Airport following his extradition from the United States.

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News video: USA Breaks Silence on Tahawwur Rana’s Extradition: Strong Commitment with India to Fight Terrorism

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In a significant move, the U.S. has extradited Tahawwur Rana, the man accused of orchestrating the horrific 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. This marks a pivotal moment in the fight against terrorism, as the U.S. and India strengthen their commitment to ensuring justice for the victims. Authorities have...

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