Delhi Court to Hear Samir Modi’s Bail Plea; Counsel Challenges Quick LOC After FIR

Fast Summary

• arrest and Allegations: Samir Modi, brother of fugitive Lalit Modi, was arrested on rape charges based on an FIR issued on September 10. He claims the allegations are fabricated and involve extortion demands amounting to Rs 50 crore.
• Travel Details: Modi traveled to London but returned to Delhi. He was detained at IGI Airport on September 18 due to a Look-Out Circular (LOC) initiated by New Friends Colony Police.
• Court Proceedings:

– Saket court granted police a two-day remand for further inquiry.
– Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Deepak Vats extended the police custody by another two days after Delhi Police requested more time for inquiry.

• Legal Arguments:

– Modi’s legal counsel questioned the issuance of the LOC within five days of filing the FIR, calling for judicial inquiries into its timing and alleged extortion attempts by the complainant.
– The case hearing is being conducted in camera due to its sensitive nature.

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