Two countries never discuss such individual issues: PM Modi on Adani case
Washington DC: Prime Minister Narendra Modi dismissed a question regarding the Adani Group case during his bilateral discussions with US President Donald Trump, stating that "two prominent leaders of two countries never discuss such individual issues."
Speaking to the media, Modi emphasised India's democratic values and cultural ethos, saying, "India is a democracy, and our culture is 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'—we consider the whole world as one family. I believe every Indian is mine."
His statement came in response to a query on whether the "Gautam Adani case" was discussed during his recent visit to the United States. The visit, which took place on February 12-13, marked Modi’s first trip to the US following Trump’s second-term inauguration. The leaders held a four-hour-long meeting at the White House, covering bilateral relations, regional concerns, and global issues.
The Adani Group has been under scrutiny after an indictment was unsealed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York last November. The US Department of Justice (DoJ) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleged a bribery scheme involving executives of Adani Green. The conglomerate has strongly denied the allegations, calling them "baseless."
Earlier this week, six US lawmakers raised concerns over the indictment in a letter to newly appointed US Attorney General Pamela Bondi. The letter criticised "questionable decisions" made by the DoJ under the previous administration and referenced the case against Adani Group.
Meanwhile, President Trump signed an executive order halting the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), a nearly 50-year-old law that prohibits US-based companies from bribing foreign officials. The order directs the Attorney General to reassess past decisions and formulate new enforcement guidelines.
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KSCA expresses disappointment over missing IPL playoffs, says it was ready to host matches in B’luru
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has issued a clarification stating that it was fully prepared to host the IPL playoffs and final matches in Bengaluru but the fixtures were allotted to other venues.
In a media note, KSCA said it was disappointed with the decision. The association stated that its president, former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad, had been in touch with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and had formally conveyed the association’s readiness and interest in hosting the matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
KSCA said the IPL matches held in Bengaluru this season were appreciated for smooth conduct, crowd management and overall experience for spectators. It said this reflected its ability to handle high-profile matches.
The association also stated that it had sent a detailed communication to the BCCI explaining its preparedness and the operational arrangements followed during the current IPL season. According to KSCA, these systems have been in place since the start of the Indian Premier League in 2008 and were followed consistently, including during previous playoff matches hosted in Bengaluru.
The clarification added that the communication sent to the BCCI was only meant to provide factual and operational details and to bring clarity on logistical and stakeholder-related requirements involved in hosting such matches.
KSCA said that although it had shown willingness and preparedness, the BCCI has decided to allocate the playoff matches to other venues. It added that the reasons for this decision have not been formally shared with the association, but it respects the authority of the board in taking such decisions.
The association further said it remains ready to host matches of national and international importance and will continue to cooperate with the BCCI, franchises, government authorities and other stakeholders for conducting cricket events.
The statement was issued by KSCA official spokesperson Vinay Mruthyunjaya, who also thanked the media and cricket fans for their continued support.
