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Soumya Vishwanathan murder: Supreme Court seeks convicts' response on State's appeal against bail
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08 Jul 2024
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The Supreme Court has sought responses from convicts in the Soumya Vishwanathan murder case regarding a state appeal against their bail. Vishwanathan, a journalist, was murdered in 2008, leading to the conviction of the accused under various charges, including murder and robbery. The state challenged their bail granted by the Delhi High Court, arguing public safety concerns and the severity of the crime. The apex court's decision is pivotal, potentially influencing bail norms and judicial discretion in serious criminal cases.