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Bihar Government Suspends Two IAS Officers On Corruption Charges

Bihar Government Suspends Two IAS Officers On Corruption Charges

Rediff.com10 hours ago

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.

Jharkhand Court Rejects Bail For Suspended IAS Officer

Jharkhand Court Rejects Bail For Suspended IAS Officer

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

The Jharkhand High Court has rejected a bail application filed by suspended IAS officer Vinay Choubey in a case registered by the anti-corruption bureau, involving the illegal sale of land and manipulation of records during his tenure as deputy commissioner in Hazaribagh.

Gambling Raid at IAS Officer's Farmhouse Leads to Suspensions

Gambling Raid at IAS Officer's Farmhouse Leads to Suspensions

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Police raided the farmhouse of an IAS officer in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, detaining 18 people for alleged gambling and leading to the suspension of three police personnel.

Fake IAS Officer Arrested for Marriage Fraud in Uttar Pradesh

Fake IAS Officer Arrested for Marriage Fraud in Uttar Pradesh

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A man was arrested in Gorakhpur for allegedly impersonating an IAS officer to marry a woman and defrauding her family of Rs 15 lakh.

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Seven individuals, including the son of an Andhra Pradesh IAS officer, were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a pub raid conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force.

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Hyderabad Pub Raid: IAS Officer's Son Detained in Drug Bust

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The son of a senior IAS officer from Andhra Pradesh was among seven people arrested for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs during a raid on a pub in Hyderabad. The raid, conducted by the Telangana's EAGLE Force, targeted drug abuse in public areas.

Rs 4 Crore Assets Of IAS Officer Attached In Coal Scam

Rs 4 Crore Assets Of IAS Officer Attached In Coal Scam

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) has attached properties worth Rs 4 crore belonging to suspended IAS officer Sameer Vishnoi, an accused in a coal levy scam, for allegedly amassing assets beyond his known sources of income.

Haryana Suspends IAS Officers Amid IDFC Bank Fraud Investigation

Haryana Suspends IAS Officers Amid IDFC Bank Fraud Investigation

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

The Haryana government has suspended two IAS officers, Ram Kumar Singh and Pardeep Kumar, in connection with an ongoing investigation into a Rs 590-crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank.

Rs 4 Crore Assets Of IAS Officer Attached In Coal Scam

Rs 4 Crore Assets Of IAS Officer Attached In Coal Scam

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Authorities in Chhattisgarh have attached properties worth Rs 4 crore belonging to suspended IAS officer Sameer Vishnoi, an accused in the coal levy scam, for allegedly amassing assets beyond his known sources of income.

Court Orders Judicial Custody for Retired IAS Officer in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam

Court Orders Judicial Custody for Retired IAS Officer in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

A court in Jaipur has remanded retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to 14-day judicial custody in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. Agarwal was arrested on April 10 and produced before the court after police custody.

Why Former IAS Officer Cheema's Move Strengthens Shiromani Akali Dal

Why Former IAS Officer Cheema's Move Strengthens Shiromani Akali Dal

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Former IAS officer Kanwaljeet Singh Cheema joins the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), with party president Sukhbir Singh Badal highlighting his administrative experience and criticising the AAP government's performance in Punjab.

Tina Dabi Flag Hoisting Video Goes Viral, IAS Officer Explains What Went Wrong

Tina Dabi Flag Hoisting Video Goes Viral, IAS Officer Explains What Went Wrong

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

A video of IAS officer Tina Dabi during flag hoisting has gone viral. She explains how the mistake happened and clears the air.

Andhra IAS officer's daughter dies by suicide over 'dowry harassment'

Andhra IAS officer's daughter dies by suicide over 'dowry harassment'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

According to the police, Sahitibai had fallen in love with Rajesh Naidu from her village in Bugganapalli in Betancharala Mandal of Nandyal district and had discontinued her B Tech course earlier due to backlogs.

Guj IAS officer in the dock as ED unearths land clearance bribe grid

Guj IAS officer in the dock as ED unearths land clearance bribe grid

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

Former Surendranagar collector Rajendrakumar Patel is accused of fixing bribe rates for approving change of land use applications, according to the Enforcement Directorate.

BJP MLC says 'IAS officer came from Pakistan', booked

BJP MLC says 'IAS officer came from Pakistan', booked

Rediff.com27 May 2025

A BJP MLC in Karnataka, N Ravikumar, has been booked for allegedly making a derogatory remark against the Kalaburagi deputy commissioner, Fouzia Tarannum, calling her a "Pakistani." The comment, made during a BJP protest, has sparked outrage, with the IAS Officer's Association demanding an unconditional apology from Ravikumar. The association described the remark as "baseless, unjustified, and entirely devoid of rationale." An FIR has been registered against the MLC and the matter is under investigation.

'I Want To Become an IAS Officer'

'I Want To Become an IAS Officer'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

'Being a visually challenged girl, there were a lot of challenges, but my parents and teachers helped me a lot to conquer them.'

EC's special observer for Bengal SIR appointed as CM's advisor

EC's special observer for Bengal SIR appointed as CM's advisor

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The new BJP government also appointed IAS officer Shantanu Bala as the chief minister's private secretary, according to another notification.

Why Is ED Investigating Illegal Sand Mining In West Bengal?

Why Is ED Investigating Illegal Sand Mining In West Bengal?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) questioned IAS officer Ansar Shaikh regarding alleged illegal sand mining and trafficking from riverbeds in West Bengal's Jhargram district and adjoining areas.

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

IAS Impersonator Flees with Bride's Dowry in Alleged Marriage Scam

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

A newly married man in Uttar Pradesh, India, allegedly fled with a substantial dowry after deceiving the bride's family by posing as an IAS officer. Police are investigating the incident as a potential serial scam.

Now, row erupts in Kerala as chief poll officer appointed as CM's secretary

Now, row erupts in Kerala as chief poll officer appointed as CM's secretary

Rediff.com7 days ago

The appointment of Kerala's Chief Electoral Officer as the Chief Minister's secretary has ignited a political firestorm, raising questions about election credibility and sparking accusations of hypocrisy among political parties.

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Rediff.com16 May 2026

The Haryana government has authorised the CBI to investigate the alleged involvement of five IAS officers in a Rs 590-crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank. The CBI can now summon the officers for questioning.

IAS officer does sit-ups after admitting to 'mistake'

IAS officer does sit-ups after admitting to 'mistake'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

IAS officer Rinku Singh Rahi, on his first day as SDM, did sit-ups in front of advocates after admitting to uncleanliness at the tehsil office. He had earlier made others do sit-ups for public urination.

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Haryana Government Approves CBI Probe Into Bank Fraud Case

Rediff.com15 May 2026

The Haryana government has authorised the CBI to investigate the alleged involvement of five IAS officers in a Rs 590-crore fraud case involving IDFC First Bank. The CBI can now summon the officers for questioning.

Driver of former IAS officer Puja Khedkar's father held in abduction case

Driver of former IAS officer Puja Khedkar's father held in abduction case

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

Navi Mumbai police have arrested the driver of former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar's father in connection with a road rage incident involving the abduction of a truck helper. Other family members are still at large.

SEE: Nitish Kumar places flowerpot on IAS officer's head

SEE: Nitish Kumar places flowerpot on IAS officer's head

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's recent actions have raised eyebrows after he placed a flowerpot on the head of a senior IAS officer during a public event. The incident, captured on video and shared widely on social media, has drawn criticism from the opposition RJD, who questioned Kumar's "mental state." This incident adds to a growing list of unusual public moments for the CM, including leaving the stage abruptly during a national anthem performance and attempting to touch Prime Minister Narendra Modi's feet at a public event.

Kerala CM's new secretary faces political backlash: Here's why

Kerala CM's new secretary faces political backlash: Here's why

Rediff.com6 days ago

The appointment of Rathan U Kelkar as secretary to Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has sparked a political controversy, with the CPI(M) accusing the Congress of double standards regarding appointments of election officials.

Kerala CM's New Secretary Faces Political Firestorm

Kerala CM's New Secretary Faces Political Firestorm

Rediff.com6 days ago

The appointment of senior IAS officer Rathan U Kelkar as secretary to Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has ignited a political controversy, drawing criticism from the CPI(M), CPI, and BJP.

IAS officer Puja Khedkar's disability certificates to be probed

IAS officer Puja Khedkar's disability certificates to be probed

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

The 34-year-old Maharashtra cadre officer faces accusations of using fraudulent means to clear her civil services exam, including allegedly misrepresenting herself under the physical disabilities and OBC categories, and misusing power and privileges during her posting in Pune.

Subodh Agarwal in Police Custody Over Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Allegations

Subodh Agarwal in Police Custody Over Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Allegations

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A court in Jaipur has remanded former IAS officer Subodh Agarwal to three days of police custody in connection with the alleged multi-crore Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam. Agarwal denies surrendering and claims he is cooperating with the investigation.

Controversial IAS officer Khedkar tried to get theft accused freed

Controversial IAS officer Khedkar tried to get theft accused freed

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

The Navi Mumbai police have reported to the Maharashtra government that controversial probationary Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Puja Khedkar had allegedly tried to pressure a Deputy Commissioner of Police-rank officer to release a man held in a theft case, an official said on Friday.

Delhi Judicial Officer Death: Family Alleges Harassment

Delhi Judicial Officer Death: Family Alleges Harassment

Rediff.com2 May 2026

A Delhi Judicial Services officer, Aman Kumar Sharma, was found dead at his residence in Safdarjung. Family members have alleged harassment and raised questions about the circumstances surrounding his death. Police are investigating the case, with preliminary inquiries suggesting a possible suicide.

Subodh Agarwal Faces Further Questioning in Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Probe

Subodh Agarwal Faces Further Questioning in Jal Jeevan Mission Corruption Probe

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Retired IAS officer Subodh Agarwal, arrested in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam, has been remanded to police custody for further questioning.

Maha IAS officer in soup over fake certificates, lavish life

Maha IAS officer in soup over fake certificates, lavish life

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Pooja Khedkar, a 2022 batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre, allegedly submitted fake disability and Other Backward Class (OBC) certificates to clear the civil services exam, an official said on Wednesday.

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.

Maha IAS officer joins Washim office amid row, uses official vehicle

Maha IAS officer joins Washim office amid row, uses official vehicle

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Controversial IAS officer Puja Khedkar on Thursday took charge as an assistant collector at the Washim district collectorate in Vidarbha region, but declined to comment on the flurry of claims that she used illegal means to clear her civil services exam.

When IAS Officers Get Married...

When IAS Officers Get Married...

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Tina Dabi, who topped the 2016 Union Public Service Commission exam, married fellow IAS officer Dr Pradeep Gawande in Jaipur last week.

IAS officers' daughter jumps off building near Maharashtra secretariat

IAS officers' daughter jumps off building near Maharashtra secretariat

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

A 27-year-old woman, daughter of Maharashtra cadre IAS officers, allegedly committed suicide by jumping off the 10th floor of a building near Mantralaya in south Mumbai early Monday morning, the police said.

SC questions need for quota for children of well-to-do OBC families

SC questions need for quota for children of well-to-do OBC families

Rediff.com22 May 2026

The Supreme Court of India has questioned the continued provision of reservation benefits to children from economically and educationally advanced families within backward classes, highlighting concerns about social mobility and fairness.

Audi car used by IAS officer Puja Khedkar confiscated

Audi car used by IAS officer Puja Khedkar confiscated

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Pune police on Sunday confiscated a luxury car used by controversial probationary Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Pooja Khedkar by allegedly installing a red beacon light on it illegally, an official said.

ED Unearths Crores In Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam Probe

ED Unearths Crores In Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam Probe

Rediff.com3 May 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) seized cash and gold worth crores during searches related to the alleged Rs 2,800-crore Chhattisgarh liquor scam. The raids targeted liquor traders, chartered accountants, and corporate entities suspected of handling proceeds from the scam.