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US Supreme Court Clears Way for 26/11 Plotter Tahawwur Rana's Extradition to India The extradition of Pakistani-origin businessman Tahawwur Hussain Rana , convicted in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks , has taken a significant step forward. The US Supreme Court recently denied Rana’s petition to prevent his extradition to India, bringing the process closer to fruition. Background on the 26/11 Mumbai Attacks The 26/11 Mumbai attacks were a series of coordinated terrorist strikes carried out by the Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) from November 26–29, 2008 . Key Facts: Targets: Major landmarks including the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Oberoi Trident Hotel, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), and Nariman House. Casualties: Over 164 people killed , including foreign nationals, and more than 300 injured. Attackers: 10 gunmen trained in Pakistan infiltrated Mumbai via sea routes. Mastermind: The attacks were planned and executed und...

India Stands Firm in Supporting UN Resolution Backing Palestinian Bid for Full Membership In a significant diplomatic move, India has thrown its weight behind a United Nations resolution supporting the full membership of Palestine, underscoring its longstanding commitment to a two-state solution in the Israel-Palestine conflict.  The Resolution's Passage The resolution, which garnered overwhelming support in the UN General Assembly, calls upon the Security Council to give "favorable consideration" to Palestine's bid for full membership. According to reports, the resolution secured a resounding majority of 143 votes in favor, with India among the nations backing the text. India's Diplomatic Stance  India's stance on the Israel-Palestine issue has consistently emphasized the need for a negotiated two-state solution. While condemning acts of terrorism, including recent attacks by Hamas, India has reiterated its support for the establishment of a sovereign and in...