News for 'Director General of Anti-Corruption Bureau'

Rajasthan Engineer, Contractors Held In Bribery Case

Rajasthan Engineer, Contractors Held In Bribery Case

Rediff.com5 May 2026

An engineer from the public works department and two contractors were arrested in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, on bribery charges. The Anti-Corruption Bureau recovered Rs 4.04 lakh during the arrest.

Rajasthan Patwari Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Rajasthan Patwari Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com6 May 2026

An official in Rajasthan has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe to expedite a land partition case.

Rajasthan Police Officer Arrested In Bribery Case

Rajasthan Police Officer Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com5 May 2026

A police assistant sub-inspector and a middleman were arrested in Dungarpur district, Rajasthan for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh.

Rajasthan SDM and Staff Arrested in Bribery Case

Rajasthan SDM and Staff Arrested in Bribery Case

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a sub-divisional magistrate (SDM), her reader, and another administrative staff member in Karauli district for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 60,000.

Rajasthan SHO and Constable Nabbed in Rs 8 Lakh Bribery Case

Rajasthan SHO and Constable Nabbed in Rs 8 Lakh Bribery Case

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests a station house officer and a constable in Udaipur for allegedly accepting an Rs 8 lakh bribe to avoid naming complainants in registered cases.

Alwar Revenue Official Nabbed for Alleged Bribery in Land Mutation Case

Alwar Revenue Official Nabbed for Alleged Bribery in Land Mutation Case

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

A revenue official and a middleman were arrested in Rajasthan's Alwar district for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1.5 lakh for land mutation.

Rajasthan Police Constable Nabbed in Bribery Case in Udaipur

Rajasthan Police Constable Nabbed in Bribery Case in Udaipur

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A police constable in Udaipur, Rajasthan, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe from a garage owner. Three other police personnel are currently absconding.

Haryana Arrests Employee in Rs 590 Crore IDFC Bank Fraud

Haryana Arrests Employee in Rs 590 Crore IDFC Bank Fraud

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

A Haryana government employee has been arrested in connection with the Rs 590 crore IDFC First Bank fraud case, which involved state government accounts and led to the recovery of nearly Rs 556 crore within 24 hours.

Mahesh Joshi Arrested In Jal Jeevan Mission Scam: All You Need To Know

Mahesh Joshi Arrested In Jal Jeevan Mission Scam: All You Need To Know

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi has been arrested in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. The arrest follows that of a retired IAS officer and involves accusations of misuse of power and bribery.

Sports Star Bilquis Mir Pursues Contempt Case Against J-K Sports Department

Sports Star Bilquis Mir Pursues Contempt Case Against J-K Sports Department

Rediff.com30 May 2026

International water sports star Bilquis Mir has filed a contempt case against the Jammu and Kashmir sports department for withholding her salary for over two-and-a-half years, despite a tribunal order to release it.

Court Orders Summons for Ex-Maharashtra DGP in MHADA Fraud Case

Court Orders Summons for Ex-Maharashtra DGP in MHADA Fraud Case

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A Mumbai sessions court has directed a magistrate to issue summonses to former Maharashtra DGP Satish Mathur and other senior officers for allegedly not registering an FIR in a MHADA fraud case.

Four Charged in Chhattisgarh Medical Equipment Procurement Irregularities

Four Charged in Chhattisgarh Medical Equipment Procurement Irregularities

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Chhattisgarh Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offence Wing (ACB/EOW) has filed a supplementary chargesheet against four individuals for alleged irregularities in the procurement of medical equipment and reagent chemicals in 2023, resulting in significant financial losses to the state.

'Gafoor top contender for Maharashtra DGP post'

'Gafoor top contender for Maharashtra DGP post'

Rediff.com13 May 2010

With Maharashtra Director General of Police A N Roy retiring this month-end, Director General (Anti Corruption Bureau) Hasan Gafoor has emerged the frontrunner for the top post, given his seniority, home department sources said.

'Anti-Naxal expert' K A Rao is new AP police chief

'Anti-Naxal expert' K A Rao is new AP police chief

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

K Arvind Rao, a 1977 batch Indian Police Services officer, is the new director general of Andhra Pradesh police. He succeeded R R Girish Kumar, who retired on Tuesday.

Gujjar agitation: Rajasthan government removes DGP

Gujjar agitation: Rajasthan government removes DGP

Rediff.com31 May 2008

The Rajasthan government has ordered the state's Director General of Police, A S Gill, to proceed on a long leave and handed over the charge to K S Bains, currently holding the post of special DG (Anti-Corruption Bureau), Home Department sources said on Saturday.The replacement has been affected in view of the ongoing Gujjar agitation, in which the police force under Gill could not control the situation, according to the home department.

Operation Lotus? 7 AAP Rajya Sabha MPs led by Raghav Chadha join BJP

Operation Lotus? 7 AAP Rajya Sabha MPs led by Raghav Chadha join BJP

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faces a significant setback as several of its Rajya Sabha MPs, including key figures like Raghav Chadha and Sandeep Pathak, resign from the party, with some reportedly joining the BJP.

If ED has fundamental rights, think about people's rights too: SC

If ED has fundamental rights, think about people's rights too: SC

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court of India has criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for focusing solely on its own fundamental rights while pursuing a money laundering case related to the Nagrik Apurti Nigam (NAN) scam in Chhattisgarh. The court questioned the agency's attempt to transfer the case to New Delhi, noting that the agency's petition under Article 32 of the Constitution is typically reserved for individuals seeking redressal for fundamental rights violations.

Karur stampede: CBI grills TVK chief Vijay for 6 hrs; no fresh summons

Karur stampede: CBI grills TVK chief Vijay for 6 hrs; no fresh summons

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

TVK chief Vijay was questioned by the CBI for six hours in connection with the Karur stampede case. The investigation is ongoing, with the CBI gathering evidence and analyzing statements to determine responsibility.

Karur stampede: Vijay quizzed for 6 hours by CBI; to be called again

Karur stampede: Vijay quizzed for 6 hours by CBI; to be called again

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

The CBI took over the case from an SIT following a Supreme Court order, and the investigating agency has been gathering evidence relating to the stampede that occurred during a political meeting addressed by Vijay on September 27, 2025 in Karur, Tamil Nadu. The incident had left 41 dead and more than 60 injured.

Raj MLA held for accepting bribe to drop questions in assembly

Raj MLA held for accepting bribe to drop questions in assembly

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Bharat Adivasi Party MLA Jaikrishn Patel was arrested by the Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Rajasthan on Sunday for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 20 lakh to drop three questions in the state Assembly. The ACB claims to have audio and video evidence to prove that the MLA had demanded and taken the bribe. The party has said it will take action against the MLA if his involvement is found.

AP: IPS officer nabbed in DA case

AP: IPS officer nabbed in DA case

Rediff.com28 Apr 2007

In a statement, Anti-Corruption Bureau Director-General S S P Yadav said the Indian Police Service officer is being arrested and he would be produced before the special judge for ACB cases in Hyderabad.

Kolkata rape-murder: CBI debunks fake letter circulating on social media

Kolkata rape-murder: CBI debunks fake letter circulating on social media

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday dismissed a fake letter being circulated on social media in connection with the ongoing probe into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata.

AP CM sets up panel to probe corruption charges

AP CM sets up panel to probe corruption charges

Rediff.com17 Sep 2007

In the 56-page report released to the media after laying down office as Vigilance Commissioner, R C Samal accused three ministers and 18 senior All India Services (IAS, IPS and Indian Forest Service) officials of indulging in corrupt practices.

EC suspends Telangana DGP for meeting Cong chief

EC suspends Telangana DGP for meeting Cong chief

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

The Election Commission on Sunday ordered the suspension of Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) Anjani Kumar for violation of the model code of conduct amid the counting of votes, sources said.

Param Bir Singh new commissioner of Mumbai Police

Param Bir Singh new commissioner of Mumbai Police

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Before being appointed as the Mumbai police chief, Singh was posted as the Director General of the Maharashtra Anti Corruption Bureau.

Cash-for-bail scandal: 'Tainted' judge arrested

Cash-for-bail scandal: 'Tainted' judge arrested

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

Anti-Corruption Bureau officials on Tuesday arrested suspended CBI Judge D Pattabhirama Rao following questioning, accused of taking bribe to grant bail to former Karnataka Minister Gali Janardhan Reddy in the Obulapuram Mining Company case.

Top Maharashtra police officer suspended

Top Maharashtra police officer suspended

Rediff.com21 Dec 2004

Rahul Gopal was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau on Monday.

Police nab power broker

Police nab power broker

Rediff.com11 Dec 2004

Meet the man tasked with checking match-fixing in Indian cricket

Meet the man tasked with checking match-fixing in Indian cricket

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Saturday appointed former Rajasthan DGP as the Head of its Anti-Corruption Unit, replacing former Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar.

Astrologer fails to foresee arrest!

Astrologer fails to foresee arrest!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2004

Pune-based astrologer Govind Chandok has been held on charges of duping people by claiming to be close to 'higher-ups' and fraudulently charging money to get things done.

Over Rs 2.31 cr, 1 kg gold found in basement of Rajasthan govt building

Over Rs 2.31 cr, 1 kg gold found in basement of Rajasthan govt building

Rediff.com20 May 2023

According to officials, seven employees of the Yojna Bhawan having access to the basement have been detained for questioning.

SC stays Karnataka HC's directions in bribery case, doesn't expunge remarks

SC stays Karnataka HC's directions in bribery case, doesn't expunge remarks

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

SC stays Karnataka HC's directions in bribery case

New ACB affidavit put Ajit Pawar clean chit under cloud

New ACB affidavit put Ajit Pawar clean chit under cloud

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

On December 19, the ACB in the affidavit gave a clean chit to Ajit Pawar in the alleged Vidarbha Irrigation Development Corporation scam.

Former CBI man joins ICC Anti-corruption unit

Former CBI man joins ICC Anti-corruption unit

Rediff.com8 Nov 2007

Ravi Sawani, former Central Bureau of Investigation joint-director of special crimes, was appointed General Manager and Chief Investigator of the ICC's Anti-Corruption Security Unit, under the chairmanship Paul Condon.

Centre gives more powers to JK L-G; Oppn slams move

Centre gives more powers to JK L-G; Oppn slams move

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The L-G will take decisions on police, officers of all-India services such as the IAS and the IPS, and giving sanction for prosecution in various cases.

Maharashtra DGP uses Facebook to invite ATS job aspirants

Maharashtra DGP uses Facebook to invite ATS job aspirants

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Maharashtra Director General of Police Sanjay Pandey has posted a message on his Facebook page about two posts of superintendents in the Anti-Terrorism Squad lying vacant, and invited aspirants to approach the department or contact him through the social media.

Unclear Goals Of The 130th Amendment

Unclear Goals Of The 130th Amendment

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'Non-BJP state governments and their leaders, navigating today's political landscape, know well they have no clue what awaits around the corner.' 'The chances of charges pressed and oneself getting parked in custody play out on an uneven playing field,' points out Shyam G Menon.

Who will get the coveted CBI chief's job?

Who will get the coveted CBI chief's job?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Delhi's power circles can expect a surprise when a not-so-known officer is appointed to head the CBI.

MHA seeks report from Rajasthan govt on charges of phone tapping

MHA seeks report from Rajasthan govt on charges of phone tapping

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

In a communication, the ministry of home affairs told the Rajasthan chief secretary to send a report on the allegations of phone tapping, an official said. The chief secretary has been told to provide the details of the incident after two audio clips emerged, the official added.

Delhi Police's anti-corruption branch to probe RIL gas case

Delhi Police's anti-corruption branch to probe RIL gas case

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Delhi Police claims that the FIR reveals serious cognizable corruption & cheating offences, so matter is within its jurisdiction.