India, Nov. 10 -- The Delhi High Court on Sunday granted four weeks' parole to a 55-year-old gang rape convict after his sister died Sunday morning.

The convict, Tasleem, had sought eight weeks' parole to attend the last rites and be with his family during the bereavement. He said the cremation was slated to be held at 5pm at a graveyard in Mayur Vihar.

Delhi Police's sub-inspector confirmed the death and did not object to the grant of four weeks' parole.

Taking note of the circumstances, justice Sanjeev Narula ordered his release on furnishing a personal bond of Rs.10,000. In its two-page order, the court also directed him to report to the concerned SHO every Monday, provide his mobile number, keep it active at all times, and surrende...