Mehul Choksi

Big Setback For Mehul Choksi As Belgian Court Orders His Extradition To India

A major setback for fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi as an Antwerp court has approved his extradition to India, ruling that his arrest by Belgian authorities on New Delhi’s request was valid. This development brings India a step closer to securing his return.

Oct 17, 2025, 20:52 PM IST

Belgian Court Again Denies Bail To Mehul Choksi Ahead Of Extradition Hearing

Mehul Choksi was arrested in Belgium in April following a formal request from Indian authorities. He and his nephew, Nirav Modi, are the primary accused in the PNB fraud case, which involves fraudulent transactions. 

Aug 30, 2025, 20:50 PM IST

SEBI Freezes Mehul Choksi’s Bank Accounts And Investments To Recover Rs 2.1 Crore

The amount is related to a penalty imposed on him for violating insider trading rules in the shares of Gitanjali Gems.

Jun 06, 2025, 16:40 PM IST

Mehul Choksi Accuses Belgian Authorities Of Violating Natural Justice, Seeks Fresh Relief

Mehul Choksi further contends that the authorities not only disregarded due process but also violated his fundamental rights, contravening the principles of natural justice. 

Apr 29, 2025, 12:04 PM IST

Belgium Confirms Mehul Choksi's Arrest, Says India Introduced Extradition Request

Mehul Choksi was among those booked by the CBI and the ED in 2018 for perpetrating the alleged loan fraud at the Brady House branch of the Punjab National Bank (PNB) in Mumbai.

 

Apr 14, 2025, 16:45 PM IST

Mehul Choksi's Human Rights Will Be Affected If Extradited: Lawyer Vijay Aggarwal

Mehul Choksi was apprehended by Belgian authorities on Saturday after his presence in the country was officially verified. 

Apr 14, 2025, 13:42 PM IST

From Antigua To Antwerp: How India Hunted Down Mehul Choksi In Belgium

Mehul Choksi fled India in 2018, initially travelling to the United States before settling in Antigua. A year prior, in 2017, he had acquired Antiguan nationality. 

Apr 14, 2025, 11:24 AM IST

'Full Wallet, Fleet Of Lawyers': PNB Scam Whistleblower Flags Challenges For India In Mehul Choksi's Extradition

Mehul Choksi Arrested: Punjab National Bank scam whistleblower said that the process is not going to be smooth for India as Choksi not only has a lot of money but also a fleet of good lawyers. 

Apr 14, 2025, 11:11 AM IST

Mehul Choksi, Fugitive Diamantaire And PNB Scam Accused, Arrested In Belgium: Report

Mehul Choksi left India in January 2018, shortly before the Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam was exposed.

Apr 14, 2025, 07:47 AM IST

Mehul Choksi Spotted In Belgium; Planning To Relocate To Switzerland Under Humanitarian Shield: Report

Reports indicate that Mehul Choksi may be considering relocating to Switzerland for medical treatment at Hirslanden Klinik Aarau, a cancer hospital. 

Mar 22, 2025, 21:26 PM IST

Who Is Mehul Choksi? Diamantaire’s Escape From India And The Viral Kidnapping Incident That Shocked Everyone

Mehul Choksi, a once-prominent Indian diamantaire and owner of the Gitanjali Group, allegedly played a central role in defrauding PNB of over Rs 12,000 crore alongside his nephew, Nirav Modi. 

Nov 16, 2024, 18:18 PM IST

UK Court Dismisses Nirav Modi's Bail Plea In PNB Scam Case

Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi are the main accused in the PNB scam.

May 07, 2024, 22:15 PM IST

Rare Indian 'JEWEL': The Story Of A Gujarati Diamantaire Who Took Refuge In Viv Richards' Home Town After Defaulting On Loans Worth Rs 7,848 Crore

India's Biggest Bank Frauds: Mehul Choksi, a fugitive diamantaire, is at the top of the list of India's worst willful defaulters after defaulting on loans totaling Rs 7,848 crore.

Aug 21, 2023, 12:30 PM IST

Mehul Choksi Wins Legal Battle, Can't Be Removed from Antigua Without Court Order

Fugitive Mehul Choksi is wanted in India in connection with a Rs 13,000-crore fraud in the Punjab National Bank (PNB).

Apr 15, 2023, 06:55 AM IST

Mallikarjun Kharge Attacks Centre over Mehul Choksi Red Corner Notice Removal

Interpol announced a big decision over Mehul Choksi. As per altest reports, Interpol has removed Mehul Choksi from Red Corner Notice list. Now Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has given a big statement regarding this besieging the central government.

Mar 21, 2023, 11:52 AM IST

Interpol removes Mehul Choksi from Red Corner Notice list

Interpol has taken a big decision regarding Mehul Choksi. In a major action, Interpol has removed the Red Corner Notice against fugitive Mehul Choksi. Mehul's lawyer had appealed regarding this, after which Interpol has taken the decision

Mar 21, 2023, 10:26 AM IST

Mehul Choksi Removed From Interpol Database Of Red Notices

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) remained tight-lipped on the development. The Red Notice is highest form of alert issued by the 195-member country-strong Interpol to law enforcement agencies worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition, surrender, or similar legal action.

Mar 20, 2023, 23:40 PM IST

Sebi bans Mehul Choksi from capital market for 10 years; slaps Rs 5 crore fine for manipulating trades

Mehul Choksi, who was the chairman and managing director as well as part of promoter group of Gitanjali Gems, is the maternal uncle of Nirav Modi. 

Oct 31, 2022, 20:22 PM IST

Mehul Choksi Fraud: CBI files fresh case for cheating Canara Bank-led consortium of Rs 55.27 crore

The CBI has filed a fresh FIR against fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi for allegedly cheating a Canara Bank-led consortium to the tune of Rs 55.27 crore. 

Jul 14, 2022, 20:04 PM IST