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- The Enforcement Directorate received court approval to initiate formal extradition proceedings for Sagar Mehta, an accused in a Rs 177 crore money laundering case.
- Authorities previously issued a Red Corner Notice against the suspect through Interpol.
- Recent reports indicate that the suspect is currently in custody within the United Arab Emirates.
- The judicial authorization facilitates the diplomatic process required to bring the accused back to India for trial.
What to watch next
- Progress of the extradition request through diplomatic channels
- Future court proceedings in the Torres Jewellers money laundering case
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“Looking into the grievous and serious offence against the accused, his presence is required. The Investigating Agency request for extradition proposal to be sent to the UAE, Central Authority through Diplomatic Channels for bringing the accused back in the Indian Territory for further necessary compliance and trial. Hence, the application as sought by the prosecution can be allowed in the interest of justice.”
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…The matter arises from a money-laundering offence registered by ED on Jan 9, 2025, under PMLA, against Platinum Hern Pvt Ltd and others. Mehta has been absconding since the registration of the offence. The judge said, “ Looking into the grievous and serious offence against the accused, his presence is required. The Investigating Agency request for extradition proposal to be sent to the UAE, Central Authority through Diplomatic Channels for bringing the accused back in the Indian Territory for further necessary compliance and trial. Hence, the application as sought by the prosecution can be allowed in the interest of justice. ”…
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Named India · United Arab Emirates · Platinum Hern Pvt Ltd · Enforcement Directorate · Interpol · National Central Bureau, Abu Dhabi · Sagar Mehta
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