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ACS Officer Arrested, Crores Seized In Graft Case

ACS Officer Arrested, Crores Seized In Graft Case

Rediff.com23 May 2026

An Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer has been arrested on graft charges, with over Rs 1.66 crore in cash and fixed deposits worth another Rs 86 lakh seized, along with investment documents.

TN anti-corruption body books former Stalin minister Velu in road scam

TN anti-corruption body books former Stalin minister Velu in road scam

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) has registered a case against former Tamil Nadu Highways Minister E V Velu, nine officials, and a private firm in connection with an alleged multi-crore road construction scam. The case involves fraudulent payments for unexecuted works in Karur and Erode districts, prompting political reactions from DMK Chief M K Stalin.

Anti-Corruption Bureau Nabs MVI For Bribery In Nagpur

Anti-Corruption Bureau Nabs MVI For Bribery In Nagpur

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) in Nagpur, Sajan Shaligramji Shende, who had previously filed a complaint with the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) about corruption within the RTO, has himself been arrested in a bribery case. Shende was allegedly involved in illegally collecting money at the Khursapar RTO border checkpost. The ACB acted on a complaint from a truck owner regarding a Rs 500 bribe, leading to the arrest of Shende and another individual, Praveen Baburao Gaidhane, and the recovery of Rs 47,000 in cash. Both are booked under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Hyderabad Water Board Official Under Graft Cloud, Assets Seized

Hyderabad Water Board Official Under Graft Cloud, Assets Seized

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a case of disproportionate assets against an official of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board and found assets worth over Rs 5.88 crore during searches.

Adityanath Blames Graft For UP's 'BIMARU' Status

Adityanath Blames Graft For UP's 'BIMARU' Status

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the state's 'BIMARU' (sick) status to corruption during previous governments, emphasising the need for transparency and meritocracy in recruitment processes. He highlighted improvements in medical facilities and increased government job opportunities for young people in Uttar Pradesh.

Bengal sanctions prosecution of RG Kar ex-principal in graft case

Bengal sanctions prosecution of RG Kar ex-principal in graft case

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The West Bengal government has sanctioned the prosecution of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, in connection with a case of financial irregularities. The decision follows a Calcutta High Court order and subsequent investigations by the CBI and Enforcement Directorate.

Ex-Chief Secretary Criticises Himachal CM Over Housing Project Graft Claims

Ex-Chief Secretary Criticises Himachal CM Over Housing Project Graft Claims

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Former chief secretary Vinit Chowdhary has criticised Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu over his handling of graft allegations in the Chester Hill housing project.

'18 years of hard work' pays off for Chwalinska

'18 years of hard work' pays off for Chwalinska

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Maja Chwalinska's remarkable French Open run ended in defeat in the final, but the Pole said her march was the culmination of 18 years of hard work finally clicking to carry her onto the biggest stage in Paris.

How Bhiwandi Civic Official Was Caught In Bribery Trap

How Bhiwandi Civic Official Was Caught In Bribery Trap

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

A senior official of the Bhiwandi Nizampur City Municipal Corporation, Surendra Bhaskar Bhoir, has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 2.5 lakh. Bhoir, who also held the charge of assistant municipal commissioner, was caught red-handed after demanding Rs 5 lakh to overlook an unauthorised construction.

New Zealand recover to 291/7 after early wobble on Day 1 of second Test vs England

New Zealand recover to 291/7 after early wobble on Day 1 of second Test vs England

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

New Zealand battled back to end an absorbing first day of the second Test on 291 for seven after England's new-look pace attack held sway early on at The Oval on Wednesday.

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.

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.

Odisha CM Dismisses Official In Corruption Crackdown

Odisha CM Dismisses Official In Corruption Crackdown

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi dismissed an officer from government service due to alleged corruption, specifically irregularities in land-related matters during his tenure as additional tahsildar in Bhubaneswar.

Trinamool Congress Councillor Arrested For Extortion In Kolkata

Trinamool Congress Councillor Arrested For Extortion In Kolkata

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A Trinamool Congress councillor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation was arrested on Tuesday on charges of extortion, cheating, and allegedly collecting kickbacks from beneficiaries of various projects.

Netanyahu's testimony in graft trial put off due to security reasons

Netanyahu's testimony in graft trial put off due to security reasons

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Jerusalem District Court has postponed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled testimony in his ongoing corruption trial due to security and diplomatic considerations, as requested by the defence.

From ambitious teenager to historic finalist: Chwalinska's dream Paris journey

From ambitious teenager to historic finalist: Chwalinska's dream Paris journey

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Maja Chwalinska's incredible run as the first qualifier to reach a French Open final in the professional era marks the fulfilment of an ambition the Polish 24-year-old has chased with relentless passion and discipline for over a decade.

West Bengal Government Approves CBI Action In Corruption Cases

West Bengal Government Approves CBI Action In Corruption Cases

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The West Bengal government has granted the CBI sanction to proceed against officials accused in corruption cases linked to recruitments in schools and civic bodies.

Former Shaolin Temple Abbot Jailed For Corruption: What It Means

Former Shaolin Temple Abbot Jailed For Corruption: What It Means

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Shi Yongxin, the former head priest of China's Shaolin Temple, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison on graft charges, including embezzlement and bribery.

9 Cocktails That Belong On The Naughty List

9 Cocktails That Belong On The Naughty List

Rediff.com26 May 2026

What exactly makes a cocktail unforgettable the flavour, the booze, or the outrageously naughty name?

Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Dies After Corruption Case Bail

Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Dies After Corruption Case Bail

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Kapila Chandrasena, former CEO of SriLankan Airlines, was found dead at his home in suspicious circumstances after securing bail in a corruption case. He was charged with taking a kickback on aircraft purchases for the national carrier and had allegedly admitted to bribing former president Mahinda Rajapaksa.

Maharashtra Revenue Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Maharashtra Revenue Officials Arrested For Alleged Bribery

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Two women staffers of the revenue department have been arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 to update land records in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district, officials said on Friday.

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.

Arsenal face defining night in Europe against formidable PSG

Arsenal face defining night in Europe against formidable PSG

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Arsenal take on defending champions PSG in the Champions League final as Mikel Arteta's revitalised side chase their first European crown and look to complete a remarkable resurgence.

AIIMS Delhi Achieves Rare Pancreas-Kidney Transplant After 18 Years

AIIMS Delhi Achieves Rare Pancreas-Kidney Transplant After 18 Years

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Doctors at AIIMS, Delhi, have successfully performed a simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant after 18 years, marking a significant advancement in organ transplantation in India. The surgery was performed on a 30-year-old patient with end-stage renal disease caused by Type 1 diabetes.

Bengal Minister Promises Action Against Food Department Corruption

Bengal Minister Promises Action Against Food Department Corruption

Rediff.com12 May 2026

West Bengal Food and Supplies Minister Ashok Kirtania has warned of strict action against corruption in the department, echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's slogan 'Na khaunga, na khane dunga'. He promised to act against those involved in irregularities during the previous regime, particularly concerning the public distribution system and ration distribution.

Hand over Bangladeshi infiltrators to BSF, not courts, Suvendu tells police

Hand over Bangladeshi infiltrators to BSF, not courts, Suvendu tells police

Rediff.com21 May 2026

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Bangladeshi infiltrators detained in the state will be directly handed over to the BSF for deportation, bypassing court appearances, following a new rule.

SC divided on prior sanction for graft probe into govt servants

SC divided on prior sanction for graft probe into govt servants

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which mandates prior sanction for probing government servants in corruption cases. The case will now be placed before the Chief Justice for forming a larger bench.

Two Chinese ex-defence ministers sentenced to death for corruption

Two Chinese ex-defence ministers sentenced to death for corruption

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Two former Chinese defence ministers, Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu, were sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve over graft charges, official media reported.

Manpower Firm Executives Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Scam

Manpower Firm Executives Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Scam

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Seven individuals, including senior executives from manpower firms, have been arrested in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd (CSMCL) during the previous Congress administration. The arrests follow an investigation into fraudulent billing practices and misappropriation of funds.

Seven Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Payment Scam

Seven Arrested In Chhattisgarh Overtime Payment Scam

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offences Wing arrested seven individuals, including executives from manpower firms, in connection with alleged irregularities in overtime payments within Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corp Ltd during the previous Congress administration.

Maharashtra Official Arrested In Palghar Bribery Case

Maharashtra Official Arrested In Palghar Bribery Case

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

An official working at the office of a tehsildar in Palghar district has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 7 lakh. A case has also been registered against an additional tehsildar who allegedly made the bribe demand and is absconding.

Imran Khan Appeals For Release Due To Health Issues

Imran Khan Appeals For Release Due To Health Issues

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has appealed to the Islamabad High Court for release on humanitarian grounds, citing deteriorating health and prolonged solitary confinement. The appeal was made during a hearing regarding his conviction in a corruption case.

How Delhi Hospital Gave Woman New Lease Of Life

How Delhi Hospital Gave Woman New Lease Of Life

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

A Delhi hospital has successfully performed a bilateral hand transplant on a young mother who lost her hands in an accident, thanks to a brain-dead donor's family consenting to the donation.

How The Heart's Mechanical Load Suppresses Cancer Growth

How The Heart's Mechanical Load Suppresses Cancer Growth

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

A new study suggests the mechanical load from the constant beating of the heart may suppress cancer cell growth, offering insights into why heart cancer is rare. Researchers found that cellular pathways in heart tissues alter gene regulation in cancer cells, preventing proliferation.

Kerala Minister Criticises Former Police Chiefs' Comments

Kerala Minister Criticises Former Police Chiefs' Comments

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Kerala's General Education Minister V Sivankutty has criticised former DGPs R Sreelekha and T P Senkumar for their alleged adverse remarks against the police, questioning the timing and appropriateness of their statements.

Ex-Speaker Mahara Implicated in Nepal Gold Smuggling Scandal

Ex-Speaker Mahara Implicated in Nepal Gold Smuggling Scandal

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Nepal's former parliament speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara and others have been accused of facilitating gold smuggling, leading to a corruption case filed by the CIAA.

Education Board Official Nabbed in Bribery Case: How ACB Set the Trap

Education Board Official Nabbed in Bribery Case: How ACB Set the Trap

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

A senior official of the Maharashtra education board was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for accepting a bribe from a contractor in Navi Mumbai.

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.

Amit Shah Promises to Recover 'Stolen' Funds, Boost North Bengal Development

Amit Shah Promises to Recover 'Stolen' Funds, Boost North Bengal Development

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged the BJP will recover funds allegedly stolen by the TMC in Bengal and promised development schemes for North Bengal, while attacking Mamata Banerjee's governance.

Rahul Gandhi Criticises BJP's 'Hate-Filled Thinking' and TMC's Job Promises in Bengal

Rahul Gandhi Criticises BJP's 'Hate-Filled Thinking' and TMC's Job Promises in Bengal

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP and RSS for undermining the Constitution and accused the TMC of failing to deliver on job creation promises during rallies in West Bengal.