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US terror accused seeks American diet in Delhi jail
A US national accused in a terror case, Matthew VanDyke, has approached a Delhi court seeking permission to have an American-style diet while in judicial custody at Tihar jail. His counsel stated the request is humanitarian and aims to safeguard his health. VanDyke also reportedly wants to cook his own meals, citing issues with the current prison food. The jail authorities are expected to respond to the plea.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 1 · Centre 4 · Right 4 n = 9
- Left (1): The Hindu
- Centre (4): Deccan Herald, Jansatta, Mathrubhumi English, Mint
- Right (4): Dainik Jagran, Firstpost, Republic World, The Pioneer