âMembership must not be used to legitimise terroristsâ: India seeks transparency in UNSC

Edited by: Trisha Mahajan / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Aug 20, 2026, 11:10 IST

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India has called for transparency in the Security Council listing and delisting groups (India's Charge d'Affaires at the UN Mission, Yojna Patel)

India on Wednesday called for greater transparency and objectivity in UN Security Council sanctions decisions, saying membership of the powerful 15-nation body must not be used to âlegitimiseâ terrorists, in a veiled criticism of Pakistan's role in dealing with terrorism.

New Delhi has also faced resistance to attempts to designate Pakistan-based terrorists, with China, a permanent Council member, blocking or placing holds on some proposals.India seeks transparency in UNSC processes

Trisha Mahajan is a journalist with The Times of India digital, with keen interest in covering business and corporate affairs. She also reports on key national and world developments and global news trends. A keen reader with a strong interest in storytelling that adds context, clarity, and depth to complex issues.