State of Maharashtra vs. Vernon Gonsalves and others — Bhima Koregaon violence case

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NIA files plea in Mumbai court to cancel bail of Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has moved a Mumbai court seeking the cancellation of bail granted to Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira. The agency alleges that the accused individuals violated bail conditions by attending a gathering at the Mumbai Press Club where other co-accused were present.

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What:: The National Investigation Agency asked a court to cancel the bail granted to two men. Bail is the temporary release of an accused person from jail while waiting for trial.
Who:: The National Investigation Agency is the government agency, Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira are the accused, and a Mumbai court is the legal body.
When:: Reported on 11 Jun 2026.
Where:: Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Why:: The agency claims the accused broke their bail rules by attending a gathering with other people involved in the case.
What it means:: The court will now decide if the two men must return to jail because of these claims.

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Supreme Court grants bail to Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira

The Supreme Court of India granted bail to activists Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira, who were accused in the Bhima Koregaon violence case, after they had been in custody for approximately five years.

Explanation in simple terms

What:: The Supreme Court of India granted bail to two activists, allowing their release from custody.
Who:: Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira are the accused activists, and the Supreme Court of India is the court.
When:: Reported on 28 Jul 2023.
Where:: Maharashtra and the Supreme Court of India.
Why:: The court granted bail after the accused had been in custody for about five years.
What it means:: The two accused people are no longer held in custody while the Bhima Koregaon case proceeds.

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Police leaks led to trial by media in Bhima-Koregaon case: Quotes from dissenting judge

Justice D.Y. Chandrachud says role of the court involves sensitive balances when state seeks to curb freedom to investigate offences against it.

Explanation in simple terms

What:: A judge stated that police leaks caused a trial by media in the Bhima-Koregaon case.
Who:: Justice D.Y. Chandrachud is the judge, and Vernon Gonsalves and others are the accused.
When:: Reported on 28 Sep 2018.
Where:: Maharashtra.
Why:: The judge believes the state must balance its power to investigate crimes with protecting the freedom of people.
What it means:: The court is examining how sensitive information from police investigations is shared with the public.

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State of Maharashtra vs. Vernon Gonsalves and others — Bhima Koregaon violence case

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NIA files plea in Mumbai court to cancel bail of Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira

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Police leaks led to trial by media in Bhima-Koregaon case: Quotes from dissenting judge