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Mehul Choksi’s lawyer Vijay Aggarwal arrested in London and in prison accused of sexual assault

LONDON: Indian criminal lawyer Vijay Aggarwal, who represents fugitive diamond businessman Mehul Choksi, has been arrested in London and is in jail charged with four sexual assault offences on two women. His personal assistant, Manpreet Kaur, is also in jail charged with intentionally encouraging the commission of two offences.

The Times of India

PNB case: Accused can't dictate probe method, says court while rejecting plea for video conference

A Mumbai court rejected Purvi Modi's plea for a video conference statement. The court stated an accused cannot dictate investigation procedures. Her physical appearance was deemed necessary for the ongoing fraud investigation. The court noted her past conditional pardon required her return to India. Purvi Modi's conduct suggests no genuine…

The Economic Times

'You are a fool to live so openly, Mallya told Nirav before his arrest'

TOI correspondent from London : Economic fugitive Vijay Mallya invited fellow billionaire Nirav Modi to his multi-million-pound townhouse overlooking Regent's Park where the pair discussed their respective exiles when the latter was living freely in London before his arrest, the final podcast of the "Diamond King", released Friday, claims.

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Nirav Modi's extradition to take place after completion of judicial process in UK: MEA

India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed Nirav Modi's extradition will occur after UK judicial proceedings conclude. Legal proceedings against the fugitive diamantaire are currently ongoing in the United Kingdom. Nirav Modi faces charges in India related to the Punjab National Bank fraud case. He is also pursuing legal remedies in…

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India refused to take illegal migrants back as UK didn’t extradite Nirav Modi, claims former UK home secretary Priti Patel

Former UK Home Secretary Priti Patel stated India refused migrant returns. This refusal was linked to the UK's failure to extradite fugitive jeweler Nirav Modi. Patel expressed dismay that Modi remained in London for seven years. She believes India was angry over Britain's stance on his extradition. India has denied…

The Times of India

Appalled and horrified that Nirav Modi still in UK, says shadow minister Priti Patel

Priti Patel voiced strong disappointment regarding Nirav Modi's prolonged stay in the United Kingdom. She stated that the Indian authorities are extremely frustrated by the extradition delays. Modi remains in a London prison, facing a significant banking fraud and money laundering case. His legal appeals have been exhausted, and extradition…

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Nirav Modi's extradition to happen after ongoing legal proceedings end: MEA

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi will be extradited from the United Kingdom. Legal proceedings are currently ongoing in the United Kingdom regarding his extradition. Modi faces fraud and money laundering charges in India for a large bank scam. His appeal against extradition was rejected by the European Court of Human…

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London court orders Nirav Modi to pay Bank of India Rs 100 crore

A London High Court has ordered fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi to pay Bank of India over $10.7 million (approximately Rs 100 crore). The judge found Modi liable under a personal guarantee for a loan to his company, rejecting his defenses. Modi, currently in UK custody for a separate fraud case,…

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Bank of India wins Rs 100 crore case against Nirav Modi

LONDON: A London high court judge ruled in Bank of India's favour on Tuesday, holding that fugitive diamond businessman Nirav Modi does owe the public sector bank over $10.7 million (a little over Rs 100 crore).

The Times of India

In the red and on their knees: Why corporate media tolerated its own ruin under Modi

In the summer of 2020, India had no shortage of stories.

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CBI finds no evidence of corruption in case involving Nirav Modi; transferred to magistrate

A special CBI court in Mumbai transferred a fraud case against Nirav Modi to a magistrate's court. The CBI stated that corruption charges against Punjab National Bank officials could not be proven. The case, involving Rs 321.88 crore, will now proceed against private individuals only.

The Economic Times

Jailed Agusta middleman’s son calls for his release; questions additional charges, cites Nirav Modi case

Christian Michel's son, Alois, urges India to release his father, citing the AgustaWestland case and comparing it to Nirav Modi's extradition. He argues Michel has served maximum time for bribery and additional charges violate India's Extradition Act. The family seeks UK government intervention, while London assures consular support and engagement…

The Times of India

The comedians and influencers standing up for their right to mock Modi

IN FOCUS: As parody accounts vanish and comedians’ videos are blocked, a growing number are pushing back in India – arguing that satire is not a crime but a constitutional right. Namita Singh reports

The Independent UK

Nirav lodges application with European human rights court to prevent removal to India

LONDON: Fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi has applied to the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in France for an injunction to prevent his removal to India.

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Nirav Modi appears in person to fight Rs 100 crore Bank of India case in London

Fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi appeared in a London court to contest a Rs 100 crore claim by Bank of India. The bank seeks repayment of a loan to his company, Firestar Diamond, for which Modi provided a personal guarantee.

The Times of India

Judge warns Nirav Modi of ‘abuse of court process’ as he dismisses eleventh hour applications ahead of Bank of India trial

Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi's bid to delay his trial against the Bank of India in London has been rejected. The court refused to adjourn the $8 million loan case, citing a pattern of delay. Modi, appearing from prison, also failed to amend his defence at the last minute, with…

The Independent UK

Families of Britons languishing in overcrowded Indian jail urge government to ‘wake up’

Christian Michel and Jagtar Singh Johal have spent a combined 15 years in Indian jails without trial, prompting fears they could be caught up in a wider diplomatic tug of war over alleged Indian economic fugitives in the UK. Namita Singh reports

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ED Attaches ₹1,968 Crore in Assets Linked to Fugitive Mehul Choksi

ED seizes ₹1,968cr of Choksi’s assets in PNB scam. Extradition from Belgium remains stalled (since 2018) due to legal delays, health pleas, and treaty complexities. Read more at Dynamite News.

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A fugitive Indian jeweler accused of a $1.8bn bank fraud has been arrested in Belgium

Fugitive Indian jeweler Mehul Choksi, who has been accused of involvement in one of India’s biggest bank frauds, has been arrested in Belgium

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Diamond trader Mehul Choksi arrested for fraud in Belgium; Know the whole matter

Choksi, after fleeing from India, was living with his wife Preeti Choksi in Antwerp city in Belgium. Read further on Dynamite News

The Independent UK

Indian jeweller accused in £1.4bn bank fraud case detained in Belgium

New Delhi has sent a request for Mehul Choksi's extradition

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Largely peaceful Phase 3 records over 64% polling; CBI arrests four for pushing Indians into Russia-Ukraine war, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on May 8, 2024

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U.K. court rejects fifth bail plea of PNB scam accused Nirav Modi

Nirav Modi's fifth bail application denied in UK court, extradition to India pending despite legal processes.

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Rahul Gandhi offers prayers at Ujjain Mahakaleshwar temple; meets protesting BJP workers during yatra

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi offered prayers at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple as his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra reached Madhya Pradesh’s pilgrim city

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Arrested Sheikh Shahjhan suspended from TMC for six years

After his arrest, Trinamool Congress on Thursday suspended Sheikh Shahjahan from the TMC for six years. Read further on Dynamite News:

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