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Fugitive Jeweler Mehul Choksi Arrested in Belgium

4/14/2025

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Fugitive Indian jeweler Mehul Choksi, implicated in a staggering $1.8 billion bank fraud linked to Punjab National Bank, was apprehended in Belgium while trying to escape to Switzerland. His lawyer argues for his release, citing health concerns and alleging political motivations behind the case. Both Choksi and his nephew, Nirav Modi, vehemently deny the charges.

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Fugitive Indian jeweler Mehul Choksi, implicated in a staggering $1.8 billion bank fraud linked to Punjab National Bank, was apprehended in Belgium while trying to escape to Switzerland. His lawyer argues for his release, citing health concerns and alleging political motivations behind the case. Both Choksi and his nephew, Nirav Modi, vehemently deny the charges.