Supreme Court dismisses Abu Salem's plea for early release in 1993 Mumbai blasts case
- The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed gangster Abu Salem's plea seeking premature release from jail.
- Salem, convicted in the 1993 Mumbai blasts, was extradited from Portugal on 11 November 2005 under a 25-year cap.
- The court said prison remission cannot reduce the sentence, which will continue until 2030.
- The court called Salem's plea premature, noting he can reapply after completing the actual 25-year term.
Source: newindianexpress.com
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