<h1>Convict denied interim bail to marry and pay Rs 54 lakh fine, served over 23 years in 2002 murder case</h1> The Supreme Court refused to extend interim bail for a convict serving a 25-year sentence in a 2002 murder case, rejecting his request to be released temporarily to marry and to arrange payment of a Rs 54 lakh fine. The convict surrendered after a high court denied an extension and sought relief pending that court's December hearing, arguing he needed to organise identity documents and funds. The bench declined, warning such grants would create a 'never ending process.' The convict has served over 23 years; another co-accused who received a 20-year term was recently released after completing the sentence.