Today, On 6th September, A Delhi court has allowed Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid to cast his vote in the Vice Presidential election on September 9. Judge Chander Jit approved his request, after earlier granting custody parole for the Parliament session.
The Bombay High Court has upheld the constitutional validity of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), dismissing a petition by Anil Babura Baile, linked to the Elgar Parishad case. The court concluded that the law’s provisions are constitutional despite criticisms regarding misuse to suppress dissent.
The Supreme Court of India dismissed AS Ismail’s interim bail plea, citing the availability of physiotherapy treatment in Tihar Jail. The Delhi government assured the Court that proper medical care, including physiotherapy, could be provided. Ismail is accused under the UAPA for allegedly radicalizing youth and inciting unrest against the government.
The Delhi High Court emphasized the sanctity of the Indian Parliament, stating that its breach should not be trivialized or compared to the sacrifices of martyrs like Bhagat Singh. The court questioned the application of the stringent UAPA law, urging the Delhi Police to justify its use in this case.
Today, On 19th March, A Delhi court is set to decide on the bail plea of Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid on March 21 in connection with a terror funding case. Rashid, who was arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), seeks relief from custody. The case involves allegations of financial support for terrorist activities.
Today, On 18th March, The Delhi High Court has scheduled the hearing of Engineer Rashid’s plea to attend Parliament on March 25. Rashid, an independent MP from Jammu and Kashmir, seeks permission to participate in parliamentary proceedings. Currently in judicial custody over a terror funding case, he has moved the court to exercise his rights as an elected representative. The court’s decision will impact his ability to fulfill legislative duties while in custody.