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Breaking News: Supreme Court to Hear Key Bail Challenge in Unnao Rape Case

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a crucial case today regarding the bail granted to politician Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the high-profile Unnao rape case. The case dates back to 2017, and Sengar had earlier been sentenced by the lower court to imprisonment. However, the Delhi High Court granted him bail on technical grounds, sparking widespread protests and public outrage. The CBI has filed a petition in the Supreme Court opposing the bail, citing the gravity of the crime. Activists, women’s groups, and the victim’s family have expressed strong objections, warning of threats to the survivor and demanding justice. While Sengar remains in jail for a separate case involving the death of the survivor’s father in custody, public demonstrations have continued both in support of the victim and, controversially, in support of Sengar, leading to heightened attention and debates across social and political platforms. The three-judge bench of the Supreme Court will examine the CBI’s petition and the circumstances under which bail was granted, balancing legal technicalities with public interest and safety concerns. Citizens and rights groups are closely monitoring the hearing, hoping for a decision that upholds justice for the survivor.

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