Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has sought to reopen his long-running extradition case in the UK, arguing before the High Court that he faces a “real risk of torture” if returned to India, where he is wanted in the USD 2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case. ADVERTISEMENT“This case is of extreme importance, to Mr Modi and to the Indian officials who have travelled from India. We will deliver the judgment as soon as possible,” said Stuart-Smith, as the hearing listed over two days concluded early. Opposing the plea, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), representing India, said the application was both delayed and based on a “false premise”. In April 2021, then UK home secretary Priti Patel approved Modi’s extradition after UK courts found a prima facie case against him.

Source: The Telegraph March 18, 2026 04:46 UTC