Who has been named as the new Chair of the UN Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC)?

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The correct answer is T.S. Tirumurti.

Key Points

T.S. Tirumurti is a seasoned diplomat from India, currently serving as the Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations.
He was appointed as the Chair of the UN Counter-Terrorism Committee (CTC) in 2022.
The UN CTC was established by the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1373 (2001) in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the United States.
The committee is tasked with monitoring the implementation of counter-terrorism measures by member states and providing technical assistance to enhance their capabilities.