THEY'RE WESTERN NOW, DONTCHA KNOW:

In a first, India refuses to negotiate with terrorists (Times of India, 28 Nov 2008)

Probably marking a first in its reaction to hostage situations, India has refused to negotiate with terrorists, even though almost 40 foreigners were held captive by jihadis in Mumbai.

India seems to have joined countries like US, Israel, Russia and some from Europe in refusing to negotiate with terrorists on hostages.