Judge Nicholas Garaufis of the Eastern District of New York dismissed criminal charges against Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and Vneet Jaain with prejudice on August 10, 2026, following a May request by prosecutors. The Adani entities reached an $18 million civil settlement with the U.S. government without admitting guilt. Allegations centered on a $265 million bribery scheme tied to Indian solar contracts.