1993 Mumbai Blasts| Abu Salem Is an International Criminal: Maharashtra Govt Tells Bombay HC, Opposes Longer Parole

Gangster Abu Salem, convicted in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, was termed an “international criminal” by Maharashtra. The state told the Bombay High Court he is eligible only for two days emergency parole with escort, rejecting his 14 days request.

Delhi High Court Rules Denial of Parole for Parents’ Last Rites Violates Convict’s Article 21 Rights

The Delhi High Court granted parole to a rape convict, Ajmer Singh, allowing him to perform his father’s last rites. The Court observed that denying parole on humanitarian grounds would violate the prisoner’s right to life and dignity under Article 21.