OFICIAL Reserve Bank of India Notifications

Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of 2 Entries

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Based on Reserve Bank of India Notifications · Sep 07, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India directed regulated entities to update their compliance with UAPA Section 51A after the UN Security Council amended two entries on its ISIL (Da’esh) and Al‑Qaida sanctions list, adding financial and travel restrictions for two individuals.

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Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of 2 Entries
Reserve Bank of India Notifications — Reserve Bank of India
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Shahab al Muhajir b) Shahab Muhajer c) Shahab Mohajir d) Shahab Mahajar e) Shihab al Muhajir f) Shihab Muhajer g) Shihab Mohajir h) Shihab Mahajar Low quality a.k.a.: na Nationality: Afghanistan Passport no: Afghanistan number O1503093, issued on 25 Aug.
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2021) National identification no: na Address: a) Afghanistan (2021) b) Kunduz, Afghanistan (previous) Listed on: 21 Dec.
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Photo is available for inclusion in the INTERPOL-UN Security Council Special Notice INTERPOL-UN Security Council Special Notice: https://www.interpol.int/en/How-we-work/Notices/View-UN-Notices-Individuals.
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POB: Mengo, Uganda Good quality a.k.a.: a) ABUBAKER SWALEH b) TOM KIYURIGE c) ISAAC MUPETA Low quality a.k.a.: ISAAC MUPETA na Nationality: Uganda Passport no: Uganda number A00195974, expires 16 Dec.
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RBI/2026-27/253 DOR.

The Reserve Bank of India instructed all regulated financial institutions to review and update their records to ensure compliance with Section 51A of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, following amendments to the UN Security Council’s ISIL (Da’esh) and Al‑Qaida sanctions list. The changes, communicated via UNSC press release SC/16446 dated September 4, 2026, added two individuals to the list, subjecting them to asset freezes, travel bans, and arms embargoes under resolution 2734 (2024).

The first individual, identified as Dr. Shahab al Muhajir, is listed as the leader of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant – Khorasan (ISIL‑K) and is described as an information technology expert. The second individual, Abubaker Swalleh, is noted for providing financial and logistical support to ISIL in East and Southern Africa since 2018, including recruitment activities. Both entries include biographical details such as dates of birth, nationalities, and passport information.

Regulated entities are required to take immediate action in accordance with Chapter IX of the RBI’s Know Your Customer Directions, 2025, to freeze any assets or accounts linked to these individuals. The Ministry of External Affairs informed banks of the amendments, which were adopted under Chapter VII of the UN Charter, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to the updated sanctions list.

The RBI also directed institutions to forward any requests for delisting to the Ministry of Home Affairs for consideration, in line with UAPA procedures. Individuals seeking removal from the sanctions list may apply through the UN Secretary‑General’s Ombudsperson, as outlined on the UN Security Council’s website.

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