UK court rejects Nirav Modi’s fifth bail plea; extradition trial to start in May

A UK court rejected fugitive Indian diamond merchant Nirav Modi’s bail plea for the fifth time. He is fighting extradition to India on charges of fraud and money laundering involving USD 2 billion in unpaid loans from the Punjab National Bank (PNB).

Nirav Modi was arrested on March 19, 2019, on an extradition warrant executed by Scotland Yard
Nirav Modi was arrested on March 19, 2019, on an extradition warrant executed by Scotland Yard. Photo courtesy: Facebook

The 49-year-old has been incarcerated in Wandsworth Prison in south-west London since his arrest in March last year and is scheduled for an extradition trial in May. His fifth attempt at getting bail was on the basis of a change in circumstances.

"The bail application is regarding a change of circumstances. Modi has increased the security and offered more stringent bail conditions than last time," the spokesperson said.

However, the High Court in London rejected his plea.

Nirav Modi was arrested on March 19, 2019, on an extradition warrant executed by Scotland Yard on charges brought by the Indian government.

Author
CtoI News Desk
CtoI News Desk – CtoI

Singapore-headquartered online media company targeting Indian Diaspora across Singapore, US, UK, UAE and India. Connected to India covers developments around NRIs. Covers arts, political, sports, finance, entrepreneurship, business, movies, dramas, entertainment and other news for Indians living worldwide.

Comments
Poll

Which team do you think will win IPL 2023?

  • Chennai Super Kings
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore
  • Mumbai Indians
  • Gujarat Titans
  • Kolkata Knight Riders
  • Delhi Capitals
  • Sunrisers Hyderabad
  • Lucknow Super Giants
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore
  • Punjab Kings
Answer
Write your story

Contribute an Article

Learn more