fraud charges
Nirav Modi's Legal Battle Continues: Seeks Trial Delay in UK Due to Prison Constraints
Dec 06, 2025 02:50 am CST
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, wanted in India for a $2 billion fraud case, has requested an adjournment of his UK trial citing limited access to legal documents after being transferred to HMP Pentonville. Currently fighting both an $8 million Bank of India debt case and extradition proceedings, Modi faces challenging prison conditions while his legal appeal is set to be heard later this month.
Belgium Court Approves Mehul Choksi's Extradition to India in PNB Fraud Case: Legal Analysis and Next Steps
Oct 22, 2025 01:41 pm CST
A Belgian court has approved the extradition of fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi to India, finding no legal barriers to his transfer. The court dismissed Choksi's claims of potential persecution, ruling that charges related to the Rs 13,850 crore Punjab National Bank fraud are serious enough to justify extradition. While Choksi can appeal within 15 days, the ruling represents a significant step toward bringing the 65-year-old businessman to justice in India.
Nirav Modi Reveals "Sensational Developments" Coming in UK Extradition Case: PNB Fraud Investigation Update
Oct 19, 2025 02:24 am CST
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi, imprisoned in London for over six years on fraud charges related to the $2 billion PNB scam, has informed a UK court about upcoming "sensational developments" in his extradition case. While defending himself in an unrelated $8 million Bank of India debt case, Modi expressed optimism about his prospects as a new hearing approaches in November following the court's acceptance of fresh evidence in his long-running extradition battle.