State vs Mustafa Dossa and Firoz Abdul Rashid Khan — 1993 Mumbai blasts case

Updates

1. News8 Sep 2017

   Why was Abu Salem spared the gallows? An explainer on extradition laws

   In the 1993 Mumbai blasts case Abu Salem, whose role was crucial, got away with a life sentence while two other convicts were awarded death sentence.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court gave the accused a life sentence instead of the death penalty.

   Who:

   The court is the Special TADA Court in Maharashtra. The accused is Abu Salem.

   When:

   Reported on 8 Sep 2017.

   Where:

   Special TADA Court, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   Extradition laws meant the government had to limit his punishment because of a prior diplomatic promise.

   What it means:

   The accused will serve life in prison rather than facing execution for the Mumbai blasts.

   The New Indian Express
2. Judgment7 Sep 2017

   India Mumbai blasts 1993: Two sentenced to death

   The bombs killed 257 people and were allegedly to avenge the killing of Muslims in riots.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A special court ordered the death penalty for two men involved in the bomb blasts.

   Who:

   The Special TADA Court in Maharashtra sentenced Mustafa Dossa and Firoz Abdul Rashid Khan, who were convicted.

   When:

   Reported on 7 Sep 2017.

   Where:

   Special TADA Court, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The court reached this judgment regarding the men involved in the bomb blasts.

   What it means:

   The court has finalized the punishment for these two specific people in the ongoing legal proceedings.

   BBC News India