India to sign convention against N-terrorism

India's cabinet Friday gave its approval for signing and ratifying the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism, the statement said.

By signing up, "India will strengthen its credentials as a responsible partner in the fight against terrorism," said the statement, issued late Friday.

The convention was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly last April and opened for signature last September.

It is designed to strengthen the international legal system to fightterrorism by providing the basis for transnational cooperation "in the investigation, prosecution and extradition of those who commit terrorist acts involving radioactive material or a nuclear device," the statement said.