Author: Ayushi Aggrawal

What is Bail? “Bail” refers to the conditional release of a person from legal custody while the trial or investigation is ongoing. The release generally requires the person to appear in court when called upon. Other conditions can be imposed by the officer or the court while granting bail, based on the execution of a bond or a bail bond by that person. What is a Bond or Bail Bond? Bond: A personal promise by the accused to appear in court without a surety. Bail Bond: A guarantee provided by a third party (surety) that the accused will appear in…

Introduction The Protection of Interest in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025, introduced by Civil Aviation Minister Shri Ram Mohan Naidu, has been passed by both Houses of Parliament. The bill aligns India’s aviation leasing and financing framework with international standards under the Cape Town Convention of 2001, which India had ratified in 2008 but struggled to fully implement. By addressing gaps in legal enforcement, the legislation aims to reduce aircraft leasing costs, which have historically been 8–10% higher than global averages, and strengthen investor confidence in India’s booming aviation market. India and Cape Town Convention The Cape Town Convention on International…