MUMBAI (Reuters) - Large plumes of smoke were seen rising from the top of the landmark Taj Hotel in Mumbai on Thursday and heavy firing could be heard, a Reuters witness said.
Local TV reported that unknown assailants had earlier attacked the hotel, taking hostages, including Western tourists.
(alistair.scrutton@thomsonreuters.com)
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