Tihar Jail Blocks 26/11 Accused's Bid for Family Call

Tihar jail authorities opposed an application by 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Hussain Rana to speak with family. The case proceeded under special judge Chander Jit Singh, with a hearing set for August 5. Rana, linked to main conspirator David Coleman Headley, faced extradition from the US.

Tihar jail authorities have expressed opposition to an application filed by Tahawwur Hussain Rana, accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, seeking a phone conversation with his family.

During an in-chamber proceeding, the opposition was presented before special judge Chander Jit Singh. The case, involving Rana who is closely associated with 26/11 conspirator David Coleman Headley, was set for a hearing on August 5, according to sources.

Rana was extradited from the US after their Supreme Court dismissed his plea. On November 26, 2008, 10 Pakistani terrorists launched attacks in Mumbai, lasting nearly 60 hours and killing 166 people in various locations.

(With inputs from agencies.)