Court Debates Extension of Investigation Period for Bishnu Poudel on Money Laundering Charge
Summary
Court debates the extension of the investigation period for former Deputy Prime Minister Bishnu Poudel on money laundering charges, with his lawyer arguing against his detention.
Key Points
- Court is debating the extension of the investigation period for Bishnu Poudel on money laundering charges.
- Senior advocate Ramesh Badals argues for Poudel to be investigated without custody, citing no flight risk.
- Badals questioned the timing of Poudel's arrest during his pre-scheduled party program.
- The Department of Money Laundering Investigation requested a 20-day extension to keep Poudel in custody for further investigation.