New Delhi, March 30 -- While seeking further custody of seven foreigners, including 6 Ukrainians and one US citizen, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) said that new facts have revealed the accused persons' involvement in the offence of Conspiracy of terrorist act under Section 18 of UAPA.

It also said that there are several aspects, including why the accused persons came to India; why they went to Myanmar; whether drones were used for imparting training; and whether they are linked directly or indirectly to any Indian insurgent groups, required investigation.

After hearing the submissions by the special public prosecutor (SPP), the Special NIA Court was in agreement to extend the custody of all 7 accused persons.

On March 27, Spe...