Vijay Mallya's extradition order to India cleared by UK Home Secretary

In a major success to Indian agencies, UK Home Secretary on Monday ordered the extradition of embattled liquor baron Vijay Mallya to India. The 63-year-old businessman had lost a legal challenge against his extradition in a British court in December. Under the Extradition Treaty procedures, the Chief Magistrate's verdict was sent to the Home Secretary because only he is authorised to order Mallya's extradition.

A UK Home Office spokesperson said: "On 3 February the Secretary of State, having carefully considered all relevant matters, signed the order for Vijay Mallya's extradition to India.