Attack on hosp staffer: No bail for suspect's kin
The victim had filed an affidavit opposing Jha's bail application, appearing before court on Tuesday and pleading he should not be released. "If court grants bail to Gokul's brother Ranjit Jha, he will come and attack me and my family again," stating that his release could jeopardize investigation, compromise witnesses and exert pressure on judicial officers. The brothers had been booked under BNS. Gokul Jha remains in custody.
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Indian Express
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- Indian Express
MNS workers barge into PMC chief's office during meeting, create ruckus
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- The Hindu
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