New Delhi, Aug. 29 -- The Delhi High Court on Friday called for a medical report of PFI Leader E. Abubacker from the jail authorities as he sought permission for treatment in a private hospital. He is currently getting treatment from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

Abubacker was arrested in November 2022 during a nationwide crackdown on the outfit.

Justice Ravinder Dudeja called for a medical report from the jail authorities.

The High Court has also issued notice to the NIA and sought a response. The matter has been listed on November 26 for a hearing.

Abubacker's application was filed before the High Court after it was declined by the Special NIA court at New Delhi.

Advocate Adit S Pujari appeared for Abubacker ...