2G scam: Karim Morani's bail plea deferred

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Monday deferred till July 5 the hearing on the interim bail plea of Cineyug films founder Karim Morani, who is in jail for alleged involvement in the 2G spectrum case.

Justice Ajit Bharihoke announced the decision after he was informed by the G.B. Pant Hospital authorities that Morani's medical report was not yet ready.

The court June 23 directed Tihar Jail authorities to submit a fresh medical report on Morani, who sought interim bail on grounds of poor health.

He was admitted to the G.B. Pant Hospital June 23 and discharged the next day.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) named Morani as a co-conspirator in a charge sheet after it traced an illegal money trail of Rs.214 crore in the scam.