Bombay HC refuses to stay framing of charges against Purohit

Accused in 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, Lt Col Prasad Shrikant Purohit will approach the Supreme Court after the Bombay High Court refused to stay framing of charges against him. Purohit, one of the seven accused in the case, had challenged his prosecution under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Next hearing will be on November 21.