Samir Modi freed of defamation charges filed by Godfrey Phillips’ directors

Samir Modi has been cleared of defamation charges filed by Godfrey Phillips India's independent directors following a boardroom dispute. The directors claimed their reputations were damaged by Modi's public statements after he alleged assault at a board meeting. Police investigations into Modi's assault claims led to charges against his mother's security officer, but not against his mother or Lalit Bhasin.