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‘Not In A Position To Spell Out When’: Vijay Mallya To Bombay HC On Return To India | India News

‘Not In A Position To Spell Out When’: Vijay Mallya To Bombay HC On Return To India | India News

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Last Updated:February 18, 2026, 14:10 IST Mallya informed the court that the restrictions imposed by UK courts prevent his travel, as proceedings against him continue abroad. Fugitive liquor baron Vijay Mallya. (AP File Image) Former liquor baron Vijay Mallya on Wednesday told the Bombay High Court that he is not in a position to specify when he will return to India, citing court orders passed in England that bar him from leaving the country. Mallya informed the court that the restrictions imposed by UK courts prevent his travel, as proceedings against him continue abroad. The Bombay High Court had earlier reiterated that it will not hear the petition filed by fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya, challenging provisions of the Fugitive Economic Offenders (FEO) Act, unless he returns to India. A bench of Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad made it clear that Mallya must first state whether he is willing to come back. “You (Mallya) have to come back…if you cannot come back then we cannot hear this plea,” the court said. Mallya, who …

Return to India if you want relief, HC tells Vijay Mallya

Return to India if you want relief, HC tells Vijay Mallya

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MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court on Thursday directed fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya to clarify when he intends to return to India, stating that it was granting him “one more opportunity” before passing orders for non-compliance. Vijay Mallya has a break outside the court house as he waits for his extradition case to be heard at Westminster Magistrates Court, in London, Britain, December 10, 2018. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls (REUTERS) The remarks were made during the hearing of a petition filed by the liquor baron challenging his status as a fugitive economic offender. The former MP has questioned the constitutional validity of certain provisions of the Fugitive Economic Offenders (FEO) Act, under which he was designated a fugitive, and has sought various reliefs. A division bench of chief justice Shree Chandrashekhar and justice Gautam Ankhad reiterated the court’s earlier position that it will hear his petition only after he returns to India. In December last year, the court had made it clear that it would not hear his challenge to the FEO Act unless he first submitted to …

‘Not In A Position To Spell Out When’: Vijay Mallya To Bombay HC On Return To India | India News

Bombay High Court Orders Vijay Mallya to Return for Plea Hearing | India News

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Last Updated:February 12, 2026, 14:52 IST Bombay High Court told Vijay Mallya it will hear his plea only if he returns to India, stating he cannot evade legal process while seeking relief from an Indian court. Fugitive liquor baron Vijay Mallya. (AP File Image) The Bombay High Court on Thursday made a strong remark against fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya, saying it would hear his plea only if he returns to India. The court observed that Mallya cannot avoid the legal process while simultaneously seeking relief from an Indian court. “You have to come back. If you cannot come back, then we cannot hear this plea,” the High Court told Mallya, making it clear that his physical return to India was a prerequisite for the matter to proceed. The court further remarked that Mallya was avoiding the process of law and said he cannot take advantage of filing a petition while remaining outside the country. The plea before the court challenges the vires of the Fugitive Economic Offender (FEO) Act. The High Court indicated that it …

Lalit Modi apologises after ‘biggest fugitives’ video with Vijay Mallya

Lalit Modi apologises after ‘biggest fugitives’ video with Vijay Mallya

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Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman and fugitive Lalit Modi on Monday issued an apology to the Indian government. The apology from Modi came days after he referred to himself and liquor baron Vijay Mallya as the two “biggest fugitives” in a viral video. The video posted on social media soon went viral and created an outrage all across the internet.  I apologise if I have hurt anyone feelings especially the Indian Government who I have the highest respect and regard for. The statement was misconstrued and was never intended to be as played out. Once again my deepest apologies — Lalit Kumar Modi (@LalitKModi) December 29, 2025 While posting on social media handle X, Lalit Modi did not clearly specify what exactly he was apologising for, but comments on his post indicate that he is apologising for the video that he posted a few days ago, as reported by news agency IANS. Fugitive Lalit Modi, while taking it to social media, said, “I apologise if I have hurt anyone`s feelings, especially the Indian Government, …

‘I got anxiety attack after being finalised to sing for Shahid Kapoor, got admitted to a hospital’: Shahid Mallya on struggle, success | Bollywood News

‘I got anxiety attack after being finalised to sing for Shahid Kapoor, got admitted to a hospital’: Shahid Mallya on struggle, success | Bollywood News

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Singer Shahid Mallya today is a widely celebrated name, both within the industry and among audiences. After all, he has lent his voice to some of the defining songs that continue to dominate playlists, like Ikk Kudi, Radha, Daryaa, Shauq, Kudmayi, among several others. However, one of his most popular tracks remains Rabba Main Toh Mar Gaya Oye, which also happened to be his debut song. In a recent conversation with Digital Commentary, Shahid opened up about the moment he learned he would be singing for a Shahid Kapoor film (Mausam), under music composer Pritam, and how the news triggered an anxiety attack. “Before I got a break with the song, I had known Pritam sir for about a year, but he had never heard me sing. So one day, he asked me if I wanted to sing a song for a film he was working on. I latched onto it and said, ‘Of course, sir. I have come to this city only to sing.’” He further added: “I had no clue that it was …

‘In Talks With Foreign Govts To Bring Back Fugitives’: MEA On Lalit Modi-Vijay Mallya Video | India News

‘In Talks With Foreign Govts To Bring Back Fugitives’: MEA On Lalit Modi-Vijay Mallya Video | India News

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Last Updated:December 26, 2025, 16:43 IST The MEA said the government remained “fully committed” to ensuring that fugitives facing charges in India are brought back to the country. Lalit Modi seen in video with Vijay Mallya from London party. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated India’s commitment to bringing back economic fugitives, following the circulation of a fresh social media video showing former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi and fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya attending a private party abroad and making remarks directed at India. Responding to questions during a press briefing, the MEA said the government remained “fully committed” to ensuring that fugitives facing charges in India are brought back to the country. The spokesperson said India was in discussions with several governments on the return of such individuals and stressed that efforts to repatriate them were ongoing. “We remain fully committed to bringing back people who are fugitives,” the MEA said, adding, “We are in talks with several governments, and our efforts in this regard continue.” The comments came after a video …

‘We’re Biggest Fugitives Of India’: Lalit Modi In Video With Vijay Mallya From London Party | India News

‘We’re Biggest Fugitives Of India’: Lalit Modi In Video With Vijay Mallya From London Party | India News

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Last Updated:December 23, 2025, 21:06 IST The video, shared by Lalit Modi on his Instagram account, shows the former IPL chief and Vijay Mallya at a birthday celebration in London. Lalit Modi seen in video with Vijay Mallya from London party. A fresh video showing former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi celebrating with fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya in London triggered widespread criticism on social media, after Lalit Modi referred to the two as India’s “biggest fugitives”. The video, shared by Lalit Modi on his Instagram account, shows the former IPL chief and Vijay Mallya at a birthday celebration in London. In the clip, Lalit Modi is heard introducing himself and Vijay Mallya as “the two fugitives, the biggest fugitives of India”. He captioned the post, “Let’s break the internet down in India again. Happy birthday my friend #VijayMallya. Love u,” drawing sharp reactions online. India has been seeking the extradition of both Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya for several years. Lalit Modi left India in 2010 amid allegations of financial irregularities linked to …

‘Biggest fugitives of India’: Lalit Modi shares Vijay Mallya birthday video

‘Biggest fugitives of India’: Lalit Modi shares Vijay Mallya birthday video

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Lalit Modi on Monday shared a video from Vijay Mallya’s birthday celebrations on social media, in which he appeared to mock themselves by referring to himself and Mallya as the two “biggest fugitives”. Lalit Modi on Monday shared a video from Vijay Mallya’s birthday celebrations on social media(Instagram/Lalit Modi) In the video, Lalit Modi, the founding commissioner of the Indian Premier League, is heard saying, “We are the two fugitives, the biggest fugitives of India.” He captioned the Instagram post, “Let me do something to break the internet down again. Something for you folks. Wat your heart out with envy.” Former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi also hosted a pre-birthday bash for his friend, businessman Vijay Mallya, at his London residence. The event was attended by several guests, including Indian entrepreneur Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw. Also Read | Lalit Modi hosts Vijay Mallya’s pre-70th birthday party at London home, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw among guests More on Mallya’s birthday party International photographer Jim Rydell shared details of the gathering on social media, posting, “Thank you to Lalit K …

‘Not In A Position To Spell Out When’: Vijay Mallya To Bombay HC On Return To India | India News

‘Come Back To India First’: Bombay HC Asks Vijay Mallya On His Plea Against Fugitive Tag | India News

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Last Updated:December 23, 2025, 20:11 IST In January 2019, a special court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) declared Vijay Mallya a Fugitive Economic Offender. Fugitive liquor baron Vijay Mallya. (AP File Image) The Bombay High Court on Tuesday questioned fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya regarding his plans to return to India. The court informed Mallya’s counsel that his plea challenging the Fugitive Economic Offenders (FEO) Act would not be heard unless he submitted himself to the court’s jurisdiction. Mallya, who has been residing in the UK since 2016, has filed two petitions in the High Court. One petition challenges the order declaring him a fugitive economic offender, while the other contests the constitutional validity of the 2018 Act. The High Court posed this question to the 70-year-old liquor baron, who is wanted in India on fraud and money laundering charges, during the hearing of his petitions. The bench, comprising Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad, made it clear to Mallya’s counsel, Amit Desai, that it would not hear his plea against …

‘Fugitive Offenders Like Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi Owe Banks Rs 58,000 Crore’: Centre Reveals Details | India News

‘Fugitive Offenders Like Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi Owe Banks Rs 58,000 Crore’: Centre Reveals Details | India News

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Last Updated:December 01, 2025, 23:35 IST The Centre said banks had recovered Rs 19,187 crore so far, through a mix of asset seizures and liquidation proceedings Vijay Mallya (left) and Nirav Modi. (File) The government on Monday placed major details before Parliament on the massive sums owed to Indian banks by fugitive economic offenders, revealing a total outstanding amount of Rs 58,000 crore. This includes both principal and accumulated interest, according to the data submitted. The Centre said banks had recovered Rs 19,187 crore so far, through a mix of asset seizures and liquidation proceedings. A total of 53 instances of fugitive economic offences have been flagged, featuring some of the most high-profile names accused of defrauding India’s banking system — Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi, and the Sandesara family among them. According to the details shared, Vijay Mallya owes Rs 22,065 crore to various banks, out of which the banks have recovered over Rs 14,000 crore through asset seizures and liquidations. Nirav Modi owes Rs 9,656 crore and several others cumulatively push the total outstanding …