Mumbai terror attacks in 2008 from "summary" of A Brief History of Modern India by Rajiv Ahir
The Mumbai terror attacks in 2008 were a series of coordinated terrorist attacks that took place in Mumbai, India, over a period of four days. The attacks began on 26th November 2008 and lasted until 29th November 2008. The terrorists targeted various locations in the city, including luxury hotels, a popular cafe, a railway station, and a Jewish community center. The attackers were members of Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based militant organization. They arrived in Mumbai by sea and launched their attacks using firearms and grenades. The terrorists specifically targeted places frequented by foreigners and wealthy Indians, aiming to cause maximum casualties and damage. The attacks resulted in the death of 166 people and left more than 300 injured. The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Oberoi Trident Hotel, and Nariman House were among the prominent locations that were targeted. The Indian security forces, including the National Security Guard ...
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