Corruption

The senior lawyer, known for his anti-corruption campaigns, insisted that there must be “transparency and fairness” in the state’s land acquisition process.

World's first AI cabinet minister appointed in Albania to fight corruption. Meet Diella

While the appointment has drawn praise for its innovation, critics warn that a single flaw in the system could trigger a governance crisis.

BJP leaders in Bihar 'more corrupt than Lalu', Prashant Kishor flags 'serious irregularities' in health dept

Health department of Bihar is a portfolio held by the BJP all through the NDA rule.

Karnataka HC declines to stay govt takeover of Gali Anjaneya Temple amid corruption allegations

Justice Sunil Dutt Yadav heard a petition filed by the temple's trustees challenging the takeover order.

Investor says he left India due to 'rampant corruption' in Noida: Didn't want to raise kids in hell

During his time in Noida, Himanshu Upadhyay said he struggled with getting uninterrupted supply of water and electricity despite living in a 'posh' housing society. 'Everyone seemed to be always angry and frustrated, ready to kill,' he said.

This anti-corruption IAS officer was transferred 57 times in 34 years. He retired on April 30

Ashok Khemka is likely to be the most transferred officer in Haryana’s bureaucratic history, with an average tenure of just under six months per posting.

How Trump administration is redefining white-collar crimes and its enforcement in US

The development comes a few weeks after Trump signed an executive order to temporary halt the enforcement of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, an anti-bribery law

Serbia Protests Erupt! Thousands Light Up Streets Over Corruption | N18G

Thousands of Serbians took to the streets in Kragujevac, lighting up the night with their phones in protest against corruption. The demonstration follows months of unrest after a tragic railway station collapse in November. Anger continues to swell as citizens demand accountability. Watch the powerful visuals from the midnight protest!

Special court asks CBI to produce all documents related to RG Kar hospital corruption case

The CBI informed the judge at the special court at Alipore that it has received sanction from the West Bengal government to prosecute Ghosh and another in the corruption case related to the funds at the state-run facility.

Know all the cases against Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi

A Pakistani court on Friday sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 14 years imprisonment and his wife Bushra Bibi to seven years in a land corruption case, his legal team said. The verdict in the case, the largest in terms of financial wrongdoing faced by Khan, was delivered by an anti-graft court in a prison in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, where Khan has been jailed since August 2023. Here are some of the allegations against the 72-year-old former cricket star, named in dozens of cases since he was ousted from office in 2022 that have kept him behind bars for more than a year.

CBI books former Prasar Bharati officials, ex-IB deputy secretary in corruption case

As directed by the Lokpal, the CBI has not divulged the names of the officials or the allegations against them.

Bangladesh's top court acquits former PM Khaleda Zia in graft case

The case, dating from 2008, accused Khaleda and others of stealing 21 million taka ($173,000) in foreign donations for an orphanage trust set up when she was last prime minister, from 2001 to 2006.

Does India Inc really care about corruption?

According to Transparency International’s Global Corruption Perception Index, India stood 93rd among the 180 countries included in the 2023 index

France's highest court upholds former Prez Sarkozy's corruption conviction

Sarkozy had appealed against the 2021 conviction for corruption and influence peddling, in which he had been handed a three-year prison sentence.

Bengal Governor received corruption complaints against many TMC ministers: Official

The Anti Corruption Cell (ACC) of the Raj Bhavan has received such complaints from people in different districts of the state, seeking Bose’s intervention.

Commerce ministry, DPIIT to seek stakeholder feedback through videoconferencing portal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that the red carpet should not be a story but a reality; states needed to prioritise ease of doing business and decriminalisation acts governed by outdated laws.

How did the people react to the PM’s Independence Day address?

An analysis of Google searches shows that Kerala more interested in medical seats, North India in secular civil code; organic food a worry for the rich states. Trends also show Bangladesh a concern for neighbouring states and violence against Hindus in Bangladesh a concern for UP and Telangana

From youth, women to developed India, reforms, farmers, PM Modi touches on around 150 unique issues in his 11th I-Day speech

Developed India, youth, women most discussed issues in a nearly two- hour-long speech. The PM also pointed to the situation in Bangladesh, calling for protection of the Hindu community and minorities in the country

Independence Day speech: Modi spoke 82,816 words; farmers, poverty topped the list since 2014

The PM mentioned the opposition only once in 2014 — the year he came to power — during his annual address to the nation on the momentous occasion. Will he make an exception in his speech tomorrow?

FATF recognises India’s efforts in mitigating money laundering, terror financing

"Good ratings will lead to better access to global financial markets and institutions and increase investor confidence," the Finance Ministry said.

Corrupt officials in Gujarat accept bribes in EMIs to 'reduce burden' on victims: Report

In a case reported on April 26, a CID inspector demanded Rs 50,000 bribe to release items such as laptops and computers seized in connection with a crime in five installments of Rs 10,000 each.

Former Chinese banker took over Rs 1,250 crore in bribes. His 'corrupt' ex-boss got Rs 2,087 crore

In 2021, the same court had also sentenced Bai Tianhui's former boss to death. Lai Xiaomin was found guilty of taking more than Rs 2,087 crore in bribes, embezzlement, and bigamy. He was executed in February 2021, a month after his sentencing.

Nirmala Sitharaman counters Opposition's criticism with 'Modi ki Guarantee'

Sitharaman refuted claims of unfulfilled promises, clarifying that while the government did not pledge 15 lakhs directly to individuals, it has taken decisive action against corruption.

Rajasthan govt working on 'zero tolerance' policy against corruption: CM

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma vows zero tolerance for negligence and corruption in public interest works during high officials' meeting.

Lokpal findings flag irregularities in SAILs commercial dealings, directs CBI probe

Lokpal's order disclose allegations levelled against SAIL's chairman and executive director (Sales and ITD) for relaxing prices causing losses to the state-owned steel entity. Its dealings with Venkatesh Infra Projects and Avon Steel Industries will be probed by CBI.