Minister Chandranath Sinha surrendered before the ED court over irregularities in school jobs. Despite the ED seeking his custody, the court granted him bail on conditions, restricting his travel and ensuring full cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to Sujit Patkar, linked to the COVID-19 jumbo centre fraud, due to trial delays and parity with co-accused. Justice Amit Borkar emphasized the duration of Patkar’s custody and the need for equitable treatment. He must submit a Rs 1 lakh bond with specific bail conditions.
The Bombay High Court granted bail to nine individuals involved in the Nagpur riots linked to protests against Aurangzeb’s tomb. Justice Urmila Joshi-Phalke stated their continued detention was unnecessary, allowing their release pending further legal proceedings. The communal unrest, driven by historical sensitivities, escalated into violence in March 2025.
The Supreme Court of India ruled that a couple from different religions can live together despite ongoing criminal proceedings. The bench granted bail to Arif Siddiqui, who married a Hindu woman, emphasizing personal liberty and the couple’s right to make independent choices. The court rejected state interference in their relationship.
