India Seeks Omani Approval to Question Mahadev Betting Kingpin

By United One News · AI-generated summary of 2 outlets' reporting

Published 7 Sept 2026, 01:52 UTC · Updated 7 Sept 2026, 18:40 UTC

AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The Indian Enforcement Directorate has asked Omani authorities for permission to interrogate Saurabh Chandrakar, the alleged mastermind behind the Mahadev online betting network, after he was detained in Muscat on an Interpol red notice. The request follows Chandrakar’s alleged escape from the UAE in April using a fake passport. The case highlights India’s effort to curb money‑laundering linked to illegal betting and its reliance on international cooperation.

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How each side framed it

India’s bid to extradite Mahadev kingpin Sourabh Chandrakar hits UAE hurdle

Timeline

First reported by Hindustan Times on 7 Sept 2026, 01:52 UTC; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.

Who is covering this story

• Center (2): Hindustan Times, Free Press Journal

Sources

• India’s bid to extradite Mahadev kingpin Sourabh Chandrakar hits UAE hurdle — Hindustan Times (center) · 7 Sept 2026, 01:52 UTC
• ED Seeks Oman Nod To Question Mahadev Betting Accused Saurabh Chandrakar Over Money-Laundering Probe — Free Press Journal (center) · 7 Sept 2026, 18:40 UTC

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