Today, On, 1st July, In the Priyadarshini Mattoo case, the Delhi High Court set aside the decision rejecting Santosh Kumar Singh’s plea for early release. The court observed an “element of reformation” and sent the matter back for fresh review.
MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court has issued a notice to the Union of India regarding a petition filed by gangster Abu Salem, who is seeking remission of his sentence and premature release from prison. Salem has been serving his sentence for his involvement in the 1993 Bombay blasts and claims to have completed over 25 years of imprisonment as per the terms of his extradition from Portugal.
Mumbai: Gangster Abu Salem, who was convicted for his role in the 1993 Bombay blasts, has filed a plea in the Bombay High Court asking for his early release from prison. He claims that as per the extradition agreement between India and Portugal, he has completed 25 years in jail and should be freed.
Two convicts from the Bilkis Bano case have appealed to the Supreme Court for transferring their case to a larger bench due to differing observations from separate benches. The legal tussle also delves into issues of jurisdiction, justice, and the interpretation of law, shedding light on the complexities of India’s legal and social fabric.