A gangster’s case triggered concern in the Supreme Court on Tuesday about the “international ramifications” India may face if seen to renege on “solemn” promises made to foreign powers and their courts while securing an extradition.
The court’s apprehension gains significance with the Union government pursuing the extradition of several prominent fugitives, especially those involved in money laundering cases involving crores.
The government would surely need the cooperation of foreign nations to bring the runaways back to stand trial.
