Though Rana’s trial began in 2018, the turning point in the extradition case came in May 2023. On May 16, 2023, US District Court of Central District of California allowed the extradition of Tahawwur Rana.
The second crucial milestone for the Indian government came when Rana’s appeal was dismissed by a US District Judge on August 10, 2023.
Following the dismissal of his appeal, Rana moved the US Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, but was faced with another setback for his plea was rejected on August 15, 2024.
Rana then moved the US Supreme Court, which denied him any reprieve on January 21, 2025.
Finally, on April 4, the US Supreme Court dismissed the review plea filed by Rana as a last-ditch attempt, paving the way for his extradition.
