Anmol Nagpal
Nirav Modi's extradition saga
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Enforcement Directorate (ED), and National Investigation Agency (NIA) are preparing for a crucial visit to the UK.
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The primary aim is to expedite the extradition of a high-profile fugitives including diamond trader Nirav Modi.
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January 29, 2018: Punjab National Bank accuses Nirav Modi, Mehul Choksi, and others of fraud amounting to Rs 2.81 crore.
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February 5, 2018: CBI launches an investigation into the allegations by PNB.
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February 16, 2018: Enforcement Directorate raids Modi's properties, seizing assets worth Rs 5,674 crore, including diamonds, gold, and jewellery.
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June 2, 2018: Interpol issues a Red Corner Notice against Nirav Modi for money laundering.
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March 18, 2019: Westminster Court issues an arrest warrant for Nirav Modi.
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March 20, 2019: Modi is arrested in London, denied bail, and sent to Her Majesty's Prison, Wandsworth.
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May 8, 2019: Third bail application denied.
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June 12, 2019: Fourth bail application rejected on fears of absconding.
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December 1, 2019: Modi's remand extended, final hearings set for 2021.
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A UK court ruled in February 2021 that Modi could be extradited to India for fraud and money laundering charges.
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However, Nirav Modi filed a plea in the UK High Court against extradition.
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On November 9, Modi lost the High Court appeal, after which he appealed to the UK Supreme Court. His plea was denied on December 15.
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In 2023, Nirav Modi was transferred from HMP Wandsworth to HMP Thameside, a privately-run prison in London, following a review hearing related to legal costs.
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Currently, Modi is facing proceedings related to legal costs ordered by the High Court in London.
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