#us-bribery-accusations

Jagan Reddy Denies Bribery Allegations Over Adani Power Deal
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has responded strongly to the allegations made by the United States government regarding bribery linked to a 2021 power deal involving the Adani Group. According to Reddy, the meeting he had with Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani was not indicative of any wrongdoing, explaining that such meetings are part of his role as chief minister to foster business relationships and attract investments to the state. Reddy clarified tha
Jagan Reddy Denies Bribery Allegations Over Adani Power Deal
Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has responded strongly to the allegations made by the United States government regarding bribery linked to a 2021 power deal involving the Adani Group. According to Reddy, the meeting he had with Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani was not indicative of any wrongdoing, explaining that such meetings are part of his role as chief minister to foster business relationships and attract investments to the state. Reddy clarified tha

India Denies US Summons for Adani Group; Rejects Bribery Charges
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that the government has not received any communication from the United States regarding the Adani Group. In its weekly briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal rejected media reports about the US summoning Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and other executives. He emphasized that the issue is a private legal matter involving individuals and the US Department of Justice, with no prior notification sent to the Indian government.
India Denies US Summons for Adani Group; Rejects Bribery Charges
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that the government has not received any communication from the United States regarding the Adani Group. In its weekly briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal rejected media reports about the US summoning Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and other executives. He emphasized that the issue is a private legal matter involving individuals and the US Department of Justice, with no prior notification sent to the Indian government.

Opposition Demands Discussion on Adani Allegations in Parliament
On Thursday, both houses of the Indian Parliament were temporarily suspended as opposition lawmakers disrupted proceedings for the third consecutive day, demanding a discussion on the serious bribery allegations against the Adani Group. U.S. authorities have accused Gautam Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, and Adani Green’s managing director Vneet S. Jaain of paying $265 million in bribes to secure Indian solar power supply contracts. Additionally, they are accused of misleading U.S. inves
Opposition Demands Discussion on Adani Allegations in Parliament
On Thursday, both houses of the Indian Parliament were temporarily suspended as opposition lawmakers disrupted proceedings for the third consecutive day, demanding a discussion on the serious bribery allegations against the Adani Group. U.S. authorities have accused Gautam Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, and Adani Green’s managing director Vneet S. Jaain of paying $265 million in bribes to secure Indian solar power supply contracts. Additionally, they are accused of misleading U.S. inves

YS Sharmila Challenges Jagan on Adani Bribery Allegations
The bribery allegations involving business tycoon Gautam Adani and Andhra Pradesh former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, amounting to Rs 1750 crores, have led to widespread criticism, especially from Jagan's own sister, YS Sharmila. Sharmila has raised suspicions about her brother's involvement in the scandal, which was highlighted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Sharmila challenged Jagan's responses to the allegations, accusing him of evading questions regarding th
YS Sharmila Challenges Jagan on Adani Bribery Allegations
The bribery allegations involving business tycoon Gautam Adani and Andhra Pradesh former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, amounting to Rs 1750 crores, have led to widespread criticism, especially from Jagan's own sister, YS Sharmila. Sharmila has raised suspicions about her brother's involvement in the scandal, which was highlighted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Sharmila challenged Jagan's responses to the allegations, accusing him of evading questions regarding th

Erik Solheim Slams US Allegations Against Adani Group as 'American Overreach'
Norwegian diplomat and former UN Environment Programme Executive Director Erik Solheim has strongly criticized the US government's recent report regarding the Adani Group, calling it a case of "American overreach." The report alleges that certain individuals linked to the Adani Group discussed bribes to secure solar energy contracts in India, but Solheim pointed out that the allegations lack evidence of actual bribe payments or involvement from the Adani Group’s top leader
Erik Solheim Slams US Allegations Against Adani Group as 'American Overreach'
Norwegian diplomat and former UN Environment Programme Executive Director Erik Solheim has strongly criticized the US government's recent report regarding the Adani Group, calling it a case of "American overreach." The report alleges that certain individuals linked to the Adani Group discussed bribes to secure solar energy contracts in India, but Solheim pointed out that the allegations lack evidence of actual bribe payments or involvement from the Adani Group’s top leader

Gautam Adani Faces $265 Million Bribery Charges in US
A major legal battle is unfolding as Gautam Adani, the Indian business magnate, and several of his associates face a $265 million bribery charge in the United States. This indictment, which also implicates his nephew Sagar Adani and executives from an Indian renewable-energy company, is raising significant questions about the extraterritorial application of US laws, especially since those involved do not reside in the US. Prominent Indian-American attorney Ravi Batra highlighted the
Gautam Adani Faces $265 Million Bribery Charges in US
A major legal battle is unfolding as Gautam Adani, the Indian business magnate, and several of his associates face a $265 million bribery charge in the United States. This indictment, which also implicates his nephew Sagar Adani and executives from an Indian renewable-energy company, is raising significant questions about the extraterritorial application of US laws, especially since those involved do not reside in the US. Prominent Indian-American attorney Ravi Batra highlighted the

YS Sharmila Demands CBI Probe Into Jagan-Adani Deal Controversy
The ongoing feud between YS Sharmila and her brother, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, has escalated with Sharmila demanding a CBI investigation into the controversial Rs 1750 crore bribery scandal involving Jagan and industrialist Gautam Adani. In a public letter, Sharmila accused Jagan of signing a dubious power distribution deal with Adani, which she claims would burden the people of Andhra Pradesh with Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five years. She urged CM Chandrababu Naidu to cance
YS Sharmila Demands CBI Probe Into Jagan-Adani Deal Controversy
The ongoing feud between YS Sharmila and her brother, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, has escalated with Sharmila demanding a CBI investigation into the controversial Rs 1750 crore bribery scandal involving Jagan and industrialist Gautam Adani. In a public letter, Sharmila accused Jagan of signing a dubious power distribution deal with Adani, which she claims would burden the people of Andhra Pradesh with Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five years. She urged CM Chandrababu Naidu to cance

Gautam Adani and Others Indicted in Multibillion-Dollar Bribery and Fraud Scheme in the US
In a major setback for Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, the founder of the Adani Group, and seven others have been indicted in the United States for their involvement in a multibillion-dollar bribery and fraud scheme. The charges allege that the Adani Group bribed Indian officials, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, to secure lucrative solar energy contracts, while defrauding US investors and financial institutions to gain funds. The indictment reveals that Gautam Adani, along with his
Gautam Adani and Others Indicted in Multibillion-Dollar Bribery and Fraud Scheme in the US
In a major setback for Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, the founder of the Adani Group, and seven others have been indicted in the United States for their involvement in a multibillion-dollar bribery and fraud scheme. The charges allege that the Adani Group bribed Indian officials, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, to secure lucrative solar energy contracts, while defrauding US investors and financial institutions to gain funds. The indictment reveals that Gautam Adani, along with his