Date:28/11/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/11/28/stories/2008112857591300.htm
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Helplines opened

Special Correspondent

NEW DELHI: With many foreigners believed trapped or missing in terror-hit Mumbai, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) as well as several foreign missions have opened helplines.

The MEA control room can be reached on 91-11-23015300, 91-11-23012113 and 91-11-23013537. The fax number is 91-11-23018158.

The emergency numbers set up by the United Kingdom are 011-2419 2288 (India) and 44-20-7008-0000 (U.K.).

Americans who believe that a relative or friend has been affected may call 1-888-407-4747.

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