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.
Today, On 17th March, The National Investigation Agency (NIA) told the Delhi High Court that Engineer Rashid cannot use his legislator status to seek reprieve in legal proceedings. The agency argued that his position as an elected representative does not grant him immunity from prosecution. Rashid, currently in custody under UAPA charges, had sought relief citing his political role. The Court is set to examine the matter while considering legal precedents in such cases.
Today, On 12th March, The High Court sought the National Investigation Agency’s (NIA) response to Jammu and Kashmir MP Engineer Rashid’s plea to attend Parliament. Rashid, currently in custody under terror-related charges, has requested permission to fulfill his parliamentary duties. The court’s directive puts the spotlight on the balance between legal proceedings and legislative responsibilities. A decision on the matter is expected after the NIA submits its stand.
The Supreme Court clarified that the NIA court in Delhi can continue hearing the case of Engineer Rashid. He was arrested in 2019 under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in a terror funding case. Rashid remains in jail as an accused in the matter. The ruling affirms the jurisdiction of the NIA court over the proceedings.
Today( on 1st July),The National Investigation Agency (NIA) approved jailed Kashmiri leader Engineer Rashid’s request to take his oath as an MP on July 25, with a court decision on his interim bail plea expected on Tuesday. Rashid, arrested in a 2017 terror funding case, seeks bail or custody parole to fulfill his parliamentary duties.
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Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid, despite a significant electoral victory, faces legal obstacles preventing him from assuming office. The interim bail plea hearing was postponed, delaying his oath as a Member of Parliament. Rashid’s involvement in a terror funding case has led to his imprisonment in Tihar jail since 2017. The court is yet to approve his release for parliamentary duties.
Today(on 10th June),The Patiala House Court in Delhi has set June 18, 2024, for the plea hearing of a Baramulla MP seeking interim bail to take his parliamentary oath. Despite being in custody for a terror funding case, the MP won elections and seeks temporary release to fulfill his constitutional duties. This case raises broader implications for MPs’ rights and duties under custody.