Rejected immigration appeal buoys agencies in Nirav Modi case
5 years, 11 months ago

Rejected immigration appeal buoys agencies in Nirav Modi case

Hindustan Times  

A senior immigration officer of Vanuatu has written to the Central Bureau of Investigation and the Enforcement Directorate, confirming he had received a citizenship application from fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi in late 2017, but the same was rejected as there were adverse reports on him by India’s Financial Intelligence Unit, an official familiar with the development said. A senior immigration officer of Vanuatu has written to the Central Bureau of Investigation and the Enforcement Directorate, confirming he had received a citizenship application from fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi in late 2017. Both the CBI and the ED see this immigration officer’s email as a “trump card” in their extradition proceedings against Modi — the man at the centre of the ₹11,400 crore Punjab National Bank fraud — at the UK court. “This is a crucial piece of evidence establishing Nirav Modi’s criminal intent in making arrangements for moving to the remote island nation even before the CBI and ED probe began against him,” said the official, asking not be named.

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Vanuatu set to cancel Lalit Modi’s passport
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Vanuatu set to cancel Lalit Modi’s passport

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi Fugitive cricket administrator Lalit Modi’s Vanuatu passport is set to be cancelled on orders from the country’s prime minister Jotham Napat after a request by the Indian government and based on “recent revelations” about him, people familiar with the development said on Monday. On Monday, the office of Napat, who last month became the premier of Vanuatu, a …

Why Vanuatu's move to revoke Lalit Modi's citizenship is remarkable
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Why Vanuatu's move to revoke Lalit Modi's citizenship is remarkable

New Indian Express  

"The EU is revoking the visa exemption, which had already been suspended since 2022, because Vanuatu runs an investor citizenship scheme which has resulted in security and migration risks for the EU. In the statement ordering cancellation of Modi's citizenship on Monday, Vanuatu's Prime Minister Jotham Napat remarked that the Vanuatuan passport is a privilege and attempt to escape extradition …

‘Beautiful ocean in a beautiful country’: Lalit Modi posts from Vanuatu as PM Napat orders cancellation of passport
2 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Beautiful ocean in a beautiful country’: Lalit Modi posts from Vanuatu as PM Napat orders cancellation of passport

Live Mint  

Lalit Modi shared an image on Instagram featuring himself, arms spread in a white linen short and khaki pants with an ocean in the backdrop, captioning it “Beautiful ocean in a beautiful country”. Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat on Monday directed the Citizenship Commission to cancel the passport issued to former Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi, saying that the …

Where is Vanuatu? Lalit Modi’s citizenship ‘cancelled’ following PM Jotham Napat’s order after ‘lack of evidence’
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Where is Vanuatu? Lalit Modi’s citizenship ‘cancelled’ following PM Jotham Napat’s order after ‘lack of evidence’

Live Mint  

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has instructed the Citizenship Commission to revoke Lalit Modi’s passport. In an official release, Prime Minister Jotham Napat directed the Citizenship Commission to “cancel the Vanuatu passport issued to Mr Lalit Modi following recent revelations in international media”. “I have instructed the Citizenship Commission to immediately begin proceedings to cancel Mr Modi's Vanuatu passport,” said …

Vanuatu PM cancels ex-IPL chief Lalit Modi's passport, says 'citizenship is a priviledge, not a right'
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Vanuatu PM cancels ex-IPL chief Lalit Modi's passport, says 'citizenship is a priviledge, not a right'

Firstpost  

In his order to the citizenship commission, Napat accused the fugitive businessman of using the South Pacific Island nation’s citizenship to evade extradition On Monday, Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat ordered the country’s Citizenship Commission to cancel former Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi’s Vanuatu passport. According to a News18 report, Neeta Bhushan – India’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, …

Breaking News: Big Blow to Lalit Modi as Vanuatu Prime Minister Directs Cancellation of His Passport | ABP NEWS
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Breaking News: Big Blow to Lalit Modi as Vanuatu Prime Minister Directs Cancellation of His Passport | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

In a major development, fugitive Lalit Modi has received a significant setback. The Prime Minister of Vanuatu has directed the country's Citizenship Commission to cancel the passport issued to Modi. This comes after Modi acquired Vanuatu's citizenship by making investments, a process through which individuals can gain citizenship in exchange for financial contributions. Reports suggest that after obtaining Vanuatu’s passport, …

More Trouble For Lalit Modi As Vanuatu Citizenship To Be Cancelled
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

More Trouble For Lalit Modi As Vanuatu Citizenship To Be Cancelled

ABP News  

Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has directed the Citizenship Commission to cancel the Vanuatu passport issued to fugitive former IPL chief Lalit Modi after "recent revelations in international media." The Republic of Vanuatu in an official statement said, "I have instructed the Citizenship Commission to cancel the Vanuatu passport issued to Mr Lalit Modi following recent revelations in international media." …

Vanuatu moves to cancel fugitive Lalit Modi's passport: Bid to avoid extradition
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Vanuatu moves to cancel fugitive Lalit Modi's passport: Bid to avoid extradition

India Today  

Days after Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi applied to surrender his Indian passport at the Indian High Commission in London, Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat on Monday ordered the Citizenship Commission to cancel Modi's Vanuatu passport. "I have instructed the Citizenship Commission to immediately begin proceedings to cancel Lalit Modi's Vanuatu passport," PM Napat said in an official statement. …

Fresh trouble for Lalit Modi as Vanuatu issues cancellation of his passport
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Fresh trouble for Lalit Modi as Vanuatu issues cancellation of his passport

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: In a major setback to fugitive billionaire and Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi, the Pacific Island country of Vanuatu, where he has sought refuge, has on Monday announced the revocation of his passport. "I have been made aware in the past 24 hours that Interpol twice rejected Indian authorities’ requests to issue an alert notice on Mr …

10 facts about Vanuatu, the Pacific island country that cancelled Lalit Modi’s passport
2 weeks, 4 days ago

10 facts about Vanuatu, the Pacific island country that cancelled Lalit Modi’s passport

Hindustan Times  

Fugitive businessman Lalit Modi has filed an application with the Indian high commission in London to surrender his Indian passport. Modi was earlier learnt to have acquired citizenship of Vanuatu, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean that is known for its Citizenship-by-Investment programme. Vanuatu is an island nation located in the Pacific Ocean However, Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat …

Lalit Modi applied to surrender his passport, acquired citizenship of Vanuatu, says MEA
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Lalit Modi applied to surrender his passport, acquired citizenship of Vanuatu, says MEA

Live Mint  

The Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday that they are aware about former IPL boss Lalit Modi's acquisition of citizenship of Vanuatu and application of surrendering his India passport in the High Commission of India in London. We continue to pursue the case against him as required under law.” About Lalit Modi Lalit Modi, who previously served as the …

Lalit Modi obtains Vanuatu citizenship; MEA says it continues to pursue case against him
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Lalit Modi obtains Vanuatu citizenship; MEA says it continues to pursue case against him

The Hindu  

Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi applied with the Indian High Commission in London to surrender his Indian passport, according to External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. Responding to developments in the thorny case between the two countries, the MEA spokesperson said that India is aware that Mr. Modi, who is wanted for tax evasion and embezzlement cases in India, …

Lalit Modi surrenders Indian passport: Why the fugitive has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Lalit Modi surrenders Indian passport: Why the fugitive has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu?

India TV News  

Lalit Modi surrenders Indian passport: Why the fugitive has acquired citizenship of Vanuatu? Lalit Modi, former IPL Chairman and fugitive, has acquired the citizenship of Vanuatu, an island nation in the Pacific. Jaiswal said that the tax evasion and money laundering accused Modi has acquired the citizenship of Vanuatu and has applied to surrender his Indian passport at the Indian …

Why ex-IPL boss and fugitive Lalit Modi has acquired Vanuatu citizenship
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why ex-IPL boss and fugitive Lalit Modi has acquired Vanuatu citizenship

India Today  

Former IPL chairperson and fugitive Lalit Modi is in the news again. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Modi, who is facing charges of money laundering and tax evasion, has applied at the High Commission in London to surrender his Indian passport. A Vanuatu passport is that it allows visa-free entry to over 120 countries WHY LALIT MODI HAS CHOSEN VANUATU? …

Mumbai ED attaches fresh assets of Nirav Modi
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai ED attaches fresh assets of Nirav Modi

The Hindu  

The Enforcement Directorate, Mumbai Zonal Office has provisionally attached proceeds of crime in the form of immovable properties and bank balances amounting to ₹29.75 Crore in the case of PNB Bank fraud by Nirav Modi, ED officials said in a press statement on September 11, 2024. During PMLA investigation, earlier ED had attached movable and immovable assets of Nirav Modi …

British Judicial system is independent of govt: UK Foreign Secy on extradition of Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi
2 years ago

British Judicial system is independent of govt: UK Foreign Secy on extradition of Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Referring to the extradition of fugitive economic offenders Vijay Mallya and Nirav Modi, UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Wednesday said that the British Judicial system is independent of the government and it is them to decide. Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi’s plea to move the UK Supreme Court against his extradition to India on charges of fraud and …

Fugitive Nirav Modi loses plea in UK Court against his extradition to India: Details
2 years, 3 months ago

Fugitive Nirav Modi loses plea in UK Court against his extradition to India: Details

Op India  

The UK Supreme Court on Thursday denied fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi’s plea against his extradition to India. In November, Nirav Modi filed an application before the UK High Court for permission to appeal against his extradition to India in the UK Supreme Court. Nirav Modi reportedly filed an application in the High Court in London, seeking permission to appeal against …

Nirav Modi loses bid to appeal against extradition in UK Supreme Court
2 years, 3 months ago

Nirav Modi loses bid to appeal against extradition in UK Supreme Court

Deccan Chronicle  

LONDON: Nirav Modi, the fugitive diamond merchant wanted in India to stand trial on fraud and money laundering charges, on Thursday suffered another setback in his legal battle against his extradition as the High Court in London denied him permission to appeal against his extradition order in the UK Supreme Court. In a judgment order pronounced at the Royal Courts …

India Submits Reply in Nirav Modi's UK Extradition Appeal
2 years, 3 months ago

India Submits Reply in Nirav Modi's UK Extradition Appeal

News 18  

The Indian authorities have submitted their legal response to the application filed by fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi seeking permission to appeal against his extradition order in the UK Supreme Court. The Crown Prosecution Service, which appears on behalf of the Indian government in the UK courts, had until Monday to file a response in the High Court in London on …

Nirav Modi seeks permission to appeal extradition to India in UK top court
2 years, 4 months ago

Nirav Modi seeks permission to appeal extradition to India in UK top court

Deccan Chronicle  

London: Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has filed an application in the High Court here, seeking permission to appeal against its decision to extradite him to India in the UK Supreme Court. The 51-year-old businessman lost an appeal on mental health grounds earlier this month, when a two-judge High Court bench ruled that his risk of suicide was not such …

Nirav Modi Approaches UK High Court To Challenge His Extradition Order
2 years, 4 months ago

Nirav Modi Approaches UK High Court To Challenge His Extradition Order

News 18  

Fugitive merchant Nirav Modi, who was involved in 2 billion dollar Punjab National Bank loan scam case, has filed an application in a UK High Court, seeking permission to appeal against his extradition order in the Supreme Court. After the appeal, the Crown Prosecution Service, acting on behalf of the Indian authorities, will respond to the latest application of extradition …

Nirav Modi seeks permission to appeal extradition in UK top court
2 years, 4 months ago

Nirav Modi seeks permission to appeal extradition in UK top court

Firstpost  

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has filed an application in the High Court in London, seeking permission to appeal against his extradition order in the Supreme Court. London: Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has filed an application in the High Court in London, seeking permission to appeal against his extradition order in the Supreme Court. The 51-year-old diamantaire lost an …

Fugitive Nirav Modi seeks permission to appeal against extradition in UK top court
2 years, 4 months ago

Fugitive Nirav Modi seeks permission to appeal against extradition in UK top court

India Today  

Fugitive diamond trader Nirav Modi has filed an application before the UK high court for permission to appeal against his extradition to India in the UK Supreme Court. Indian authorities through Crown Prosecution Service will file their submission before the UK high court on the application of Nirav Modi, following which a judge will give a ruling on paper. The …

India welcomes UK HC's order on Nirav Modi extradition: ‘Want to bring him...’
2 years, 4 months ago

India welcomes UK HC's order on Nirav Modi extradition: ‘Want to bring him...’

Hindustan Times  

India on Thursday welcomed the United Kingdom High Court decision to reject fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi's appeal against his extradition. India welcomes UK HC's order on Nirav Modi extradition: ‘Want to bring him.’ Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said the government 'wants to bring Nirav Modi to India as soon as possible'. The court on Wednesday dismissed Modi’s …

Explained: How Nirav Modi can still avoid extradition and what India can do to beat his tricks
2 years, 4 months ago

Explained: How Nirav Modi can still avoid extradition and what India can do to beat his tricks

Firstpost  

Diamond merchant Nirav Modi lost his appeal against extradition to India. However, he still has a few options left before he is brought back to the country to face trial in the Rs 13,758-crore Punjab National Bank fraud case After over two years, Nirav Modi, the fugitive diamond businessman, who fled the country and took refuge in London is a …

Political asylum in UK: Nirav Modi's last ditch effort to escape Indian laws
2 years, 4 months ago

Political asylum in UK: Nirav Modi's last ditch effort to escape Indian laws

India Today  

Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi, who has been ordered to be extradited to India for defrauding the Punjab National Bank of crores, might be able to stall his return. Nirav Modi had recently sought political asylum in the United Kingdom, which if granted will allow him to escape the law in India, sources said. In a big win for India last …

‘Sound decision’: UK high court rejects Nirav Modi appeal against extradition
2 years, 4 months ago

‘Sound decision’: UK high court rejects Nirav Modi appeal against extradition

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The UK high court on Wednesday dismissed fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi’s appeal against his extradition, a development which brings Indian agencies one step closer to bringing him to India to face fraud and money laundering charges. The High Court in London on Wednesday rejected Nirav Modi's appeal and ordered his extradition to India to face charges of fraud …

UK Court clears extradition of fugitive Nirav Modi to India
2 years, 4 months ago

UK Court clears extradition of fugitive Nirav Modi to India

Op India  

In a big victory for the Indian government, UK High Court has ordered the extradition of fugitive Nirav Modi to India. The High Court rejected diamond merchant Nirav Modi’s petition against his extradition, paving the way to bring him back to India. The court had also said that it will consider the assurances given by the Indian government, rejecting 51-year-old …

Nirav Modi to be extradited to India as he loses appeal in British court
2 years, 4 months ago

Nirav Modi to be extradited to India as he loses appeal in British court

India Today  

A high court in the United Kingdom on Wednesday rejected fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi's plea against extradition to India to face fraud and money laundering charges. However, the Royal Courts of Justice noted that extraditing Nirav Modi wouldn’t be "unjust or oppressive". On October 12, the court had reserved its judgment on Nirav Modi's plea against the verdict of Westminster …

Nirav Modi loses appeal against extradition to India. What's next for him?
2 years, 4 months ago

Nirav Modi loses appeal against extradition to India. What's next for him?

India Today  

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi lost his appeal in a UK high court against extradition on mental health grounds. In a judgment handed down on Wednesday, Lord Justice Stuart-Smith and Justice Jay concluded, “We are far from satisfied that Nirav Modi’s mental condition and the risk of suicide are such that it would be either unjust or oppressive to extradite …

CBI summons Nirav Modi's brother-in-law in bank fraud case
2 years, 7 months ago

CBI summons Nirav Modi's brother-in-law in bank fraud case

India Today  

The Central Bureau of Investigation has issued a summon to fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi’s brother-in-law Maiank Mehta. MAIANK MEHTA GRANTED PROTECTION FROM ACTION Senior lawyer Raja Thakare appearing for CBI said, “We have made a statement that he is a suspect. Or if the material is such, then he can be made an approver.” The bench of Justice PD Naik …

Nirav Modi's close aide brought back to India by CBI in PNB scam case
2 years, 11 months ago

Nirav Modi's close aide brought back to India by CBI in PNB scam case

India Today  

Subhash Shankar, a close aide of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi, has been brought back to Mumbai by the CBI after he was nabbed in Cairo. This was a major operation by CBI officials investigating Nirav Modi in connection with the PNB fraud case. Nirav Modi is wanted in India on charges of fraud and money laundering in the estimated USD …

Nirav Modi UK extradition appeal to be heard on December 14
3 years, 5 months ago

Nirav Modi UK extradition appeal to be heard on December 14

India TV News  

Nirav Modi UK extradition appeal to be heard on December 14 Nirav Modi, who remains behind bars at Wandsworth Prison in south-west London since his arrest in March 2019, was granted permission to appeal against the Westminster Magistrates’ Court extradition order on mental health and human rights grounds. A British court will hear on December 14 an appeal filed by …

Nirav Modi Cites Suicide Risk, Lack of Mental Health Support in India in New Extradition Appeal
3 years, 8 months ago

Nirav Modi Cites Suicide Risk, Lack of Mental Health Support in India in New Extradition Appeal

News 18  

Fugitive diamantaire merchant Nirav Modi on Wednesday cited poor conditions of Indian jails and increased “risk” of depression that may lead to suicide as arguments in a fresh appeal against extradition in the UK. Justice Martin Chamberlain presided over the “renewal application” hearing, held under the court’s COVID-19 video conferencing setting, and has reserved his judgment, to be handed down …

U.K. approves Nirav Modi’s extradition in PNB fraud case
3 years, 11 months ago

U.K. approves Nirav Modi’s extradition in PNB fraud case

The Hindu  

The U.K.’s Home Department has approved the extradition of diamond merchant Nirav Modi to India in connection with the ₹13,758-crore Punjab National Bank fraud, about two months after the Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London ruled that a prima facie case was made out against him. Of Friday’s decision, a U.K. Home Office spokesperson said, “On February 25, the District Judge …

Nirav Modi | The fugitive merchant
4 years, 1 month ago

Nirav Modi | The fugitive merchant

The Hindu  

Riding high on the fame that his exquisite collection of precious gem jewellery had generated in the glamour world within such a short span, a third-generation diamantaire made it to the elite Indian billionaires’ club in 2013. As it turned out, the CBI received a complaint from Punjab National Bank on January 29, 2018, days after the family had left …

From Flashy Diamantaire to Fugitive: As UK Clears Nirav Modi's Extradition, Here's a Complete Timeline
4 years, 1 month ago

From Flashy Diamantaire to Fugitive: As UK Clears Nirav Modi's Extradition, Here's a Complete Timeline

News 18  

The UK Home Ministry on Friday approved the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi to India. • The ED says the government of the UK has sent an extradition request of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi to a UK court for further proceeding in March, 2019. • In May 2020, Nirav Modi’s five-day extradition trial in PNB fraud case begins in …

PNB Scam: UK Court Allows Nirav Modi's Extradition, Says 'He Has A Case To Answer In India'
4 years, 1 month ago

PNB Scam: UK Court Allows Nirav Modi's Extradition, Says 'He Has A Case To Answer In India'

ABP News  

In a major blow to Nirav Modi, a UK court on Thursday allowed the fugitive diamantaire, wanted in PNB scam case, to extradite to India for a trail. Nirav Modi is the subject of two sets of criminal proceedings, with the Central Bureau of Investigation case relating to a large-scale fraud upon Punjab National Bank by obtaining illegal letters of …

UK judge clears Nirav Modi's extradition, says no evidence to suggest he will not receive justice in India
4 years, 1 month ago

UK judge clears Nirav Modi's extradition, says no evidence to suggest he will not receive justice in India

Hindustan Times  

Jailed diamond merchant Nirav Modi can be extradited to India to face charges of fraud and money laundering, a UK court ruled on Thursday. A UK judge cleared Nirav Modi's extradition to India on Thursday Stating that Modi's link with the Punjab National Bank officials has been established, the court said that the Central Bureau of Investigation's probe demonstrates his …

'Nirav Modi Has a Case to Answer in India': UK Court Clears Extradition of Fugitive Diamantaire in PNB Scam
4 years, 1 month ago

'Nirav Modi Has a Case to Answer in India': UK Court Clears Extradition of Fugitive Diamantaire in PNB Scam

News 18  

In a comprehensive win for the Indian authorities, a UK judge ruled on Thursday that fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi not only has a case to answer in the Indian courts but that there is no evidence to suggest he would not receive a fair trial in India. Nirav Modi, wanted in India on charges of fraud and money laundering …

PNB Scam: Nirav Modi's Sister Moves Court to Get Non-bailable Warrants Cancelled
4 years, 1 month ago

PNB Scam: Nirav Modi's Sister Moves Court to Get Non-bailable Warrants Cancelled

News 18  

Mumbai: Fugitive diamond trader Nirav Modi's sister and her husband on Thursday approached a court here seeking cancellation of non-bailable warrants against them in the Punjab National Bank fraud case. Purvi Modi, Nirav Modi's younger sister, is a Belgian national while her husband Maiank Mehta is a British citizen. "Purvi Modi and her husband Maiank Mehta turned approver for assisting …

Nirav Modi's Extradition Soon? Fugitive Diamantaire's Trial Concludes, Verdict Expected On Feb 25
4 years, 2 months ago

Nirav Modi's Extradition Soon? Fugitive Diamantaire's Trial Concludes, Verdict Expected On Feb 25

ABP News  

PM Narendra Modi To Meet All Chief Ministers Ahead Of Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout The hearing of the Nirav Modi extradition case concluded on Friday, and it can be hoped that the Indian Authorities are one step closer to bringing the fugitive back. Modi who is accused of defrauding the Punjab National bank in India was arrested from the Central Bank …

Fugitive Diamantaire Nirav Modi's Extradition Case to Enter Final Stages in UK Court
4 years, 4 months ago

Fugitive Diamantaire Nirav Modi's Extradition Case to Enter Final Stages in UK Court

News 18  

The extradition case of fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, wanted in India on charges of fraud and money laundering, is expected to enter its final stages at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Tuesday. The 49-year-old jeweller, fighting extradition in the estimated USD 2-billion Punjab National Bank scam case, will appear via videolink from Wandsworth Prison in south-west London for …

Nirav Modi’s extradition case to be heard by UK court on Tuesday
4 years, 4 months ago

Nirav Modi’s extradition case to be heard by UK court on Tuesday

Hindustan Times  

The Westminster Magistrates Court will hold a one-day hearing on Tuesday in the Nirav Modi extradition case, days after he was refused bail for the sixth time on October 26. Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi’s sixth bail request was denied by UK’s Westminster Magistrates Court. The case was heard over five days in September when former Supreme Court judge Markandey Katju …

PNB scam case: UK court rejects Nirav Modi’s latest bail attempt
4 years, 5 months ago

PNB scam case: UK court rejects Nirav Modi’s latest bail attempt

Hindustan Times  

A UK court on Monday rejected the latest bail plea of fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, who has been lodged in a London prison since his arrest on an extradition warrant in March last year. The application was reportedly made on the basis of “new evidence”, but Westminster Magistrates’ Court District Judge Samuel Goozee was not convinced to reverse previous …

Nirav Modi's Mental Health, Indian Prisons in Focus at UK Extradition Case
4 years, 6 months ago

Nirav Modi's Mental Health, Indian Prisons in Focus at UK Extradition Case

News 18  

Nirav Modi’s fragile mental health and the prison conditions in India were once again in focus during the fugitive diamond merchant’s ongoing extradition hearing related to the Punjab National Bank scam case at a UK court here on Wednesday. The third day of the five-day hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, presided over by Justice Samuel Goozee, was devoted to the …

UK Court Rejects Plea Seeking Partial Reporting Ban Due to 'Unfair Commentary' in Nirav Modi Case
4 years, 6 months ago

UK Court Rejects Plea Seeking Partial Reporting Ban Due to 'Unfair Commentary' in Nirav Modi Case

News 18  

A UK judge, presiding over fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi’s extradition case over the estimated USD 2-billion PNB fraud and money laundering charges brought by India, rejected an application seeking a partial reporting ban at the start of a five-day trial here on Monday. Modi’s barrister, Clare Montgomery, applied for the partial restriction with reference to a BJP press conference held …

PNB Fraud: Fugitive Nirav Modi Extradition Trial to Resume in UK Court Tomorrow
4 years, 6 months ago

PNB Fraud: Fugitive Nirav Modi Extradition Trial to Resume in UK Court Tomorrow

News 18  

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, who has been lodged at a prison in London since his arrest in March last year, is set to appear via video link for the second leg of his extradition trial at a UK court on Monday. The 49-year-old jeweller is fighting extradition charges related to the estimated $2-billion Punjab National Bank fraud and money …

PNB scam: Nirav Modi's extradition trial to begin in UK in over $2 bn fraud, money laundering case
4 years, 10 months ago

PNB scam: Nirav Modi's extradition trial to begin in UK in over $2 bn fraud, money laundering case

Firstpost  

Nirav Modi, the 49-year-old jeweller, who has been lodged at Wandsworth Prison in south-west London since his arrest in March last year, is expected to be produced physically at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London. London: Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, fighting extradition to India on charges over the nearly $2 billion Punjab National Bank fraud and money laundering case, is …

Nithyananda's passport cancelled, hunt on for the self-styled godman
5 years, 3 months ago

Nithyananda's passport cancelled, hunt on for the self-styled godman

India TV News  

In what can be a jolt to self-styled godman Nithyananda, the Indian government has cancelled his passport. Nithyananda is believed to have fled the country and said to have purchased an island near Ecuador in South America to form a 'Hindu Nation' by the name of 'Kailaasa'. On Thursday, an official of the Gujarat Police said that the police are …

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