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Two Rajasthan Revenue Officials Arrested in Jaipur Bribery Case

Two Rajasthan Revenue Officials Arrested in Jaipur Bribery Case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Two revenue officials in Jaipur were arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000 for the division of agricultural land.

Two Maharashtra Police Officers Nabbed in Bribery Sting

Two Maharashtra Police Officers Nabbed in Bribery Sting

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Two police officers in Jalna, Maharashtra, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe from a sand truck owner.

Nashik Officials Nabbed for Alleged Bribery: How the Anti Corruption Bureau Acted

Nashik Officials Nabbed for Alleged Bribery: How the Anti Corruption Bureau Acted

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A Zilla Parishad executive engineer and an accountant were arrested in Nashik for allegedly soliciting and accepting a bribe to clear contractor bills.

Former Income Tax Officer Sentenced to Jail in 19-Year-Old Bribery Case

Former Income Tax Officer Sentenced to Jail in 19-Year-Old Bribery Case

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A former Income Tax officer has been sentenced to six months' rigorous imprisonment by a special CBI court in Thane in a 19-year-old bribery case. The officer was convicted of taking a bribe of Rs 20,000 to finalise a tax security assessment.

Thane School Staff Arrested In Bribery Case

Thane School Staff Arrested In Bribery Case

Rediff.com12 May 2026

The headmistress and two other employees of a private school in Thane, Maharashtra, have been arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes from parents seeking admission for their children.

INLD Alleges Bias In Haryana Government Job Recruitment

INLD Alleges Bias In Haryana Government Job Recruitment

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) staged a protest in Panchkula, alleging that the BJP government in Haryana is unfairly recruiting individuals from outside the state for government jobs, thereby depriving local youth of employment opportunities.

US Justice Dept drops all criminal charges against Gautam Adani, case closed permanently

US Justice Dept drops all criminal charges against Gautam Adani, case closed permanently

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The US Department of Justice has permanently dropped all criminal charges against Indian tycoon Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar, concluding a high-profile securities and wire fraud case in New York after prosecutors determined they could not sustain the allegations.

US Court Dismisses Adani Criminal Case; Gautam Adani Says 'Truth Prevailed'

US Court Dismisses Adani Criminal Case; Gautam Adani Says 'Truth Prevailed'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

A US federal judge has permanently dismissed the criminal securities-fraud case against Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar, closing nearly two years of prosecution without a trial. Gautam Adani stated, "Truth has prevailed," in response to the ruling.

How Beed Police Duo Was Caught In Bribery Trap

How Beed Police Duo Was Caught In Bribery Trap

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

A police constable and a Home Guard personnel in Beed, Maharashtra, were caught by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000. The bribe was sought from a man for providing documents needed to file an insurance claim after his father's death in a road accident. The accused are facing charges under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Why US Dropped Criminal Charges Against Gautam Adani

Why US Dropped Criminal Charges Against Gautam Adani

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The U.S. Department of Justice has permanently dropped all criminal charges against Indian tycoon Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar, bringing a high-profile securities and wire fraud case in New York to a close after prosecutors concluded they could not sustain the allegations.

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.

Raigad Engineer Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe

Raigad Engineer Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

A junior engineer from the Public Works Department in Raigad district, Maharashtra, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 2.5 lakh from a contractor.

Compensation politics: RG Kar doc's mother rejects TMC MLA's comparison

Compensation politics: RG Kar doc's mother rejects TMC MLA's comparison

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The mother of the RG Kar hospital rape-murder victim on Monday rejected Trinamool Congres MLA Kunal Ghosh's comparison between the Rs 10 lakh given to the family of a party worker who died in police custody in Halisahar, and the same amount of compensation announced after her daughter's death.

Rajasthan SDM Suspended Following Corruption Arrest

Rajasthan SDM Suspended Following Corruption Arrest

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan government has suspended Sub-Divisional Magistrate Kajal Meena after her arrest in a corruption case involving bribery allegations.

UP Fisheries Inspector Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe

UP Fisheries Inspector Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

A fisheries inspector in Uttar Pradesh was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Organization for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000 to facilitate the formation of a co-operative society.

BJP slaps Rs 100 cr defamation notice on Omar Abdullah

BJP slaps Rs 100 cr defamation notice on Omar Abdullah

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the BJP has served a legal notice to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, demanding a retraction and public apology for his allegations that the BJP attempted to bribe National Conference legislators to destabilise his government. The BJP has called the claims "false, baseless and defamatory" and warned of civil and criminal proceedings, including a Rs 100 crore defamation suit, if their demands are not met within seven days.

Two Bengaluru Municipal Corporation officials arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe

Two Bengaluru Municipal Corporation officials arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Two Bengaluru Municipal Corporation officials were arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs three lakh in connection with pending 'Khata' work.

Banerjee Alleges BJP Bribes Voters, Calls Electoral Roll Revision a 'Scam'

Banerjee Alleges BJP Bribes Voters, Calls Electoral Roll Revision a 'Scam'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP of bribing voters and has labelled the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as a major scam. She also predicted the BJP government at the Centre would fall in 2026.

Bihar Government Suspends Two IAS Officers On Corruption Charges

Bihar Government Suspends Two IAS Officers On Corruption Charges

Rediff.com30 May 2026

The Bihar government has suspended two senior IAS officers, Yogesh Kumar Sagar and Abhilasha Kumari Sharma, following corruption charges based on findings shared by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Special Vigilance Unit (SVU). The officers are accused of obtaining undue monetary benefits through bribery and commissions.

India's youngest municipal chairperson ousted in trust vote

India's youngest municipal chairperson ousted in trust vote

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

India's youngest municipal chairperson, Diya Binu, on Tuesday lost office after a no-confidence motion moved by the Left Democratic Front was passed in Kerala's Pala Municipality with the support of rebel Congress councillors, ending the United Democratic Front's rule in the civic body.

Ex-Rationing Officer Cleared in 2015 Graft Case Due to Lack of Evidence

Ex-Rationing Officer Cleared in 2015 Graft Case Due to Lack of Evidence

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A special court in Mumbai acquitted a retired assistant rationing officer in a 2015 corruption case, citing a lack of convincing evidence from the prosecution.

Commercial Tax Officer Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe in Karnataka

Commercial Tax Officer Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe in Karnataka

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A Deputy Commissioner of the Commercial Tax Department in Karnataka was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6 lakh from a businessman related to an Input Tax Credit case.

Did Wankhede take bribe from SRK to spare his son? Ex-NCB officer answers

Did Wankhede take bribe from SRK to spare his son? Ex-NCB officer answers

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Former NCB Mumbai zonal director Sameer Wankhede has denied demanding or accepting a bribe from Shah Rukh Khan to exonerate his son Aryan Khan in the 2021 cruise ship drugs case. His counsel argued before the Bombay High Court that the CBI lacks evidence to support the bribery allegations.

Maharashtra minister's viral video with transperson sparks row

Maharashtra minister's viral video with transperson sparks row

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Maharashtra minister Narhari Zirwal is embroiled in controversy after a video featuring him and a transgender person went viral, prompting calls for his removal from office.

Maharashtra Official Nabbed for Allegedly Taking Bribe to Clear Caste Certificates

Maharashtra Official Nabbed for Allegedly Taking Bribe to Clear Caste Certificates

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A woman official from the Scheduled Tribes certificate scrutiny committee has been arrested in Thane for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe to clear caste verification files.

Police Officer Nabbed in Khargone Bribery Case

Police Officer Nabbed in Khargone Bribery Case

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A police assistant sub-inspector in Khargone district, Madhya Pradesh, was arrested by Lokayukta officials for accepting a bribe of Rs 7,000. The officer had allegedly demanded money to settle a case.

Thane Official Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe for Land Records

Thane Official Nabbed for Allegedly Accepting Bribe for Land Records

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A government employee in Thane, Maharashtra, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly accepting a bribe to provide land-related records.

South Africa dismisses bribery allegations

South Africa dismisses bribery allegations

Rediff.com28 May 2015

South Africa have dismissed as 'baseless' allegations made in a US indictment that the country paid $10 million in bribes to host the 2010 World Cup.

Microsoft wants US agencies to probe bribery allegations

Microsoft wants US agencies to probe bribery allegations

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

The company handed kickbacks to foreign govt officials in return for software contracts.

Nagpur Clerk Held For Taking Bribe Over Medical Claim

Nagpur Clerk Held For Taking Bribe Over Medical Claim

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A junior clerk in Nagpur was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe to process a medical reimbursement claim, according to the Anti Corruption Bureau.

Adani Group Challenges US Court Jurisdiction in Securities Fraud Case

Adani Group Challenges US Court Jurisdiction in Securities Fraud Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani are seeking the dismissal of a US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) securities fraud lawsuit, arguing that the case represents an impermissible extraterritorial application of US law and fails for lack of personal jurisdiction.

CBI Arrests Delhi Police Inspector, DGCA Official Under Scanner For Rs 3 Crore Bribe

CBI Arrests Delhi Police Inspector, DGCA Official Under Scanner For Rs 3 Crore Bribe

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The CBI has arrested a Delhi Police Crime Branch Inspector and a middleman for allegedly demanding a Rs 3 crore bribe to influence an investigation into a fake drug manufacturing case. A senior DGCA official is also under scrutiny for their alleged involvement in the bribery scheme.

Adanis win US court hearing in case to throw out SEC fraud suit

Adanis win US court hearing in case to throw out SEC fraud suit

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A US judge has granted Gautam Adani's request for a hearing to dismiss a US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fraud case, with Adani's legal team arguing the case lacks jurisdiction and credible evidence.

Gujarat Official Held In Disproportionate Assets Case

Gujarat Official Held In Disproportionate Assets Case

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A senior Gujarat government official has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in a disproportionate assets case after searches revealed valuables worth over Rs 2.64 crore.

MSEDCL Technician Arrested For Accepting Bribe

MSEDCL Technician Arrested For Accepting Bribe

Rediff.com18 May 2026

A Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) technician was arrested for allegedly soliciting and accepting a bribe of Rs 1,000 from a farmer in Beed, Maharashtra.

AIMIM calls off tieup with Kabir's party after TMC posts 'sting video'

AIMIM calls off tieup with Kabir's party after TMC posts 'sting video'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

The alliance between Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) and AIMIM in West Bengal has collapsed following allegations of a multi-crore deal with the BJP, leading to AIMIM's withdrawal and both parties planning to contest the elections independently.

ED Raids Punjab Police DIG, Seizes Crores In Money Laundering Probe

ED Raids Punjab Police DIG, Seizes Crores In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized Rs 1.4 crore and incriminating documents during raids related to money laundering against suspended Punjab Police DIG H S Bhullar and his associates.

Kerala Police Officer Arrested In Bribe Case After Dramatic Chase

Kerala Police Officer Arrested In Bribe Case After Dramatic Chase

Rediff.com27 May 2026

A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) rank officer in Kerala was arrested by Vigilance officials after allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000. The officer attempted to escape by jumping from the first floor of his house but was apprehended after a chase.

Sena-UBT rebels meet Birla, claim support of 6 MPs

Sena-UBT rebels meet Birla, claim support of 6 MPs

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

A group of rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs reportedly met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, claiming support of six members, while Uddhav Thackeray loyalists deny any defection. The party has issued a whip for a crucial meeting, and the anti-defection law's implications are being discussed amidst allegations of bribery.

ACB Nabs Ratnagiri Doctor For Demanding Bribe From Pregnant Woman

ACB Nabs Ratnagiri Doctor For Demanding Bribe From Pregnant Woman

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

A government medical officer in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, Dr Kanchan Shirish Madar, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 4,500 from a pregnant woman for an abortion pill kit.