Altaf Hussain was preparing to leave for medical check-up when he was arrested

Earlier, Altaf Hussain s lawyers applied for plea on medical grounds, which was turned down by authorities.
According to the police sources, bail is not possible until the investigation is completed.
MQM chief Altaf Hussain arrested in connection with the money-laundering case.
Metropolitan Police of London had started money laundering probe against Altaf Hussain after they recovered some money from his house, whose source could not be ascertained.