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Alleged narco-terrorist extradited from Portugal; NIA takes custody
An alleged narco-terrorist identified as Iqbal Singh alias Shera was extradited from Portugal and taken into custody by the NIA at Delhi airport upon arrival. The NIA described him as a key conspirator coordinating heroin trafficking from Pakistan and transferring proceeds to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen operatives. The development follows a 2020 absconding, a 2020 non-bailable warrant, and a 2021 Interpol red notice.
Why It Matters
The case highlights cross-border narco-terror networks and India's counter-terrorism and anti-narcotics efforts, including international cooperation in extradition and enforcement against Pakistan-backed operations.
Timeline
4 Events
Extradition from Portugal and custody at Delhi airport
May 13, 2026
The NIA stated that Shera was extradited from Portugal and taken into custody at the Delhi airport immediately after arriving from Portugal, where he had absconded in 2020.
Interpol red notice published
June 2021
Interpol red notice was published in June 2021.
Non-bailable warrant issued
October 2020
A non-bailable warrant was issued against him in October 2020.
Absconded to Portugal (2020)
2020
Shera absconded in 2020 to Portugal, where he remained until extradition proceedings began.