What happened
A Hyderabad-based accused was granted bail in a criminal case involving allegations of circulating allegedly “misleading” online information about the Prime Minister.
The reported duration before bail was about 107 days in the case.
Background and earlier position
The case turns on whether the online information about the Prime Minister was “misleading.” In criminal procedure, bail is a stage decision that addresses whether an accused person can remain out of custody while the case is pending; bail is not a final finding on guilt.
What changed now
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