Bangladesh, Sept. 18 -- Police have received five days to question Motazzerul Islam Mithu, a key figure in alleged corruption in the health sector, on allegations of embezzlement and money laundering through a syndicate.

Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Sabbir Faiz made the order following a hearing on Thursday.

On Sept 10, Anti-Corruption Commission Deputy Director Saiduzzaman filed a case against Mithu, accusing him of illicitly acquiring assets worth Tk 750 million.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police reported his arrest that night from Gulshan.

The following day, ACC Deputy Assistant Director and investigating officer Zakir Hossain sought a 10-day remand in court.

ACC prosecutor Delwar Jahan Rumi argued for the remand, while Mit...