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Adani cases consolidated into single trial

Adani bribery cases consolidated in NY court

Adani bribery cases merged in NY court

Adani loses Tamil Nadu smart meter tender

Adani bullish on India in New Year address.

Adani Faces Setbacks as Tamil Nadu Cancels Smart Meter Tender Worth ₹2,029 Crore Amid Ongoing Bribery Case Consolidation in New York

Adani cases consolidated into single trial

Adani Faces Setbacks as Tamil Nadu Cancels Smart Meter Tender A New York court has consolidated three separate cases against industrialist Gautam Adani into one joint trial. The allegations involve Adani and others paying bribes totaling USD 265 million (approximately Rs 2,029 crore) to secure solar energy contracts with state electricity distribution companies. The three cases include a criminal case (US vs Adani), a civil case filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Adani, and another civil case against an individual involved in the scheme.

The decision to merge the cases aims to promote judicial efficiency and prevent scheduling conflicts. All cases will be overseen by District Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis, who is already handling the criminal case. The Adani Group has denied the allegations, asserting that they are “baseless” and that the company complies with all laws.

Adani Faces Setbacks as Tamil Nadu Cancels Smart Meter Tender A New York court has ordered the consolidation of three cases involving Gautam Adani into a joint trial. The cases involve allegations of paying USD 265 million (around Rs 2,029 crore) in bribes to Indian officials in exchange for favorable solar power contracts. This decision was made to streamline the judicial process and avoid scheduling conflicts, as the cases stem from similar allegations and transactions.

The merged cases include a criminal case against Adani (US vs. Adani), a civil case filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) (SEC vs. Adani), and a separate civil case involving another accused party (SEC vs. Cabanes). Adani and his associates are accused of concealing bribe payments from American banks and investors funding the solar projects.

The Adani Group has denied the charges, calling them “baseless” and maintaining that they comply with all relevant laws. The trial is expected to draw significant global attention due to the scale of the alleged bribery and the involvement of one of India’s top business figures.

Adani Faces Setbacks as Tamil Nadu Cancels Smart Meter Tender A New York court has consolidated the criminal and civil cases against Gautam Adani and others involved in an alleged bribery scheme. The cases will now be presided over by United States District Judge Nicholas Garaufis. The charges relate to accusations that Adani orchestrated a multi-year scheme to pay $250 million in bribes to Indian officials to secure favorable solar power contracts.

The decision to merge the cases was based on their shared allegations and related transactions. The criminal case, USA v. Adani, and the civil cases, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) v. Adani and SEC v. Cabanes, will be handled together to ensure judicial efficiency and avoid scheduling conflicts.

In response, the Adani Group has dismissed the allegations as “baseless,” emphasizing that they are merely allegations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. The indictment, which was unsealed in November 2023, includes charges of securities and wire fraud, and violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, involving key figures from Adani Green, Azure Power, and a Canadian institutional investor.

The proceedings are expected to focus on the alleged misconduct, with serious implications for the Adani Group’s global operations.

Adani Faces Setbacks as Tamil Nadu Cancels Smart Meter Tender In a setback for Gautam Adani, the Tamil Nadu government has canceled a tender for the procurement of smart meters, a project that had seen Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL) selected as the lowest bidder. The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) canceled the tender for over 8.2 million smart meters, citing “unacceptable” high costs despite negotiations to reduce them. The cancellation affects all four packages, including one covering key districts such as Chennai. This tender was part of a Rs 19,000 crore scheme aimed at deploying smart meters across the state, excluding agricultural connections.

The cancellation comes amid ongoing challenges for Adani, who faced serious legal allegations in the US related to a bribery scheme involving $265 million to secure favorable solar contracts. While the Adani Group has denied the accusations, calling them “baseless,” this new development adds to the mounting pressure on his business empire. Tangedco plans to reissue the tenders soon, although this situation reflects broader challenges for the Adani Group in its dealings.

Adani Faces Setbacks as Tamil Nadu Cancels Smart Meter Tender In his New Year address, Gautam Adani expressed confidence in India’s resilience amid global disruptions, stating that the country’s potential has never been stronger. Despite the political and economic uncertainties of 2024, which saw turbulence and instability across the world, India remains poised for leadership, he emphasized. Adani described these moments of transformation as a historic opportunity for India to redefine its position globally.

Adani highlighted the Adani Group’s achievements, including breaking financial records and overcoming significant challenges. He attributed this resilience to the group’s dedication and determination, noting that true resilience lies in transforming chaos into a driving force.

Looking ahead, Adani stressed the importance of technology and talent for the group’s future. He urged every company to adopt a technology-first mindset, warning that without this, companies risk becoming irrelevant. He also emphasized the need for continuous investment in talent, with plans for internal job rotations, training, and growth pathways to unlock the potential of employees.

For Adani, the primary challenge in 2025 is not securing capital but deploying it effectively, with a focus on leveraging technology and nurturing talent.