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U.S. prosecutors asked a Brooklyn judge to dismiss criminal fraud and conspiracy charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in connection with a solar-power deal, citing prosecutorial discretion; the judge must approve, and Adani has never been arrested or faced trial. The move follows a related SEC settlement and years of scrutiny over Adani’s ties to the Modi government and past allegations of misconduct in the energy sector.
The US Department of Justice has dropped criminal fraud charges against Gautam Adani and several Adani Group officials after civil settlements; Adani Enterprises also agreed to pay $275 million to the US Treasury to settle sanctions violations related to Iran, and the SEC civil case was resolved with an $18 million settlement, collectively clearing three US cases and paving the way for Adani to travel to the United States without ongoing legal risk.
Forbes reports that Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, once a vocal admirer of Donald Trump, may have criminal charges with the DOJ dropped, a development that could alter the optics of US-India business ties.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu signed an MoU with Google for a data centre in Visakhapatnam, but it was revealed that the project is a joint venture with Adani Group, which Naidu did not disclose, leading to accusations of misleading the public and offering substantial subsidies to the company at public expense.
The Indian parliament has expelled a firebrand female critic of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and billionaire Gautam Adani, citing her "unruly behavior" and "derogatory remarks". The move has sparked controversy and accusations of silencing dissent.
A secret paper trail has revealed hidden investors in Adani, an Indian conglomerate involved in controversial coal projects. The documents, obtained by The Guardian, show that the company has been funded by a network of offshore companies, raising concerns about transparency and disclosure. The revelations come as Adani faces increasing scrutiny over its environmental impact and alleged human rights abuses.
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's plan to redevelop the Dharavi slum in Mumbai, one of Asia's largest slums, is facing doubts and allegations of favoritism. Adani's $614 million contract bid to overhaul the slum has raised concerns among residents due to his recent financial setbacks and allegations of favorable treatment by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's allies. A legal challenge from rival bidder SecLink Technologies Corporation adds another twist to Adani's plans. The redevelopment project aims to provide new homes for a million people, but some residents fear they may be displaced or face higher costs. Adani denies the allegations and argues that the case should be dismissed.
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's plan to redevelop Mumbai's Dharavi slum, home to a million people, is raising doubts among residents due to his recent financial setbacks and allegations of favoritism from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's allies. Adani's $614 million contract bid to overhaul the slum was approved by the Maharashtra state government, but concerns arise over the eligibility of residents for free homes within the redevelopment and the potential relocation of others. A legal challenge from a rival bidder further threatens Adani's plans. The opposition Congress party has accused the government of giving Adani an advantage, while Adani denies any impropriety.
A Twitter user shared a video of a waterlogged Ahmedabad airport, managed by Adani, due to heavy rains in Gujarat causing floods and chaos. Passengers were stranded, flight operations were affected, and concerns were raised about the airport's drainage system. Efforts were made to restore normalcy, while rescue teams were deployed to assist those affected by the floods across Gujarat.