CORRUPT PUBLIC SERVANTS
There's deemed suspension if public servant is kept in judicial custody for over 48 hours: SC
The Supreme Court reiterated that public servants arrested and in judicial custody for over 48 hours face deemed suspension. In the case of Vishwajeet Singh, administrator of Sadar Hospital, the court restored his bail. Singh was accused of demanding a bribe for clearing a contractual worker's wages, which raised concerns. The court noted Singh was reappointed to the same position after his suspension was revoked.
CBI books Kishore Biyani and FRL in ₹904 crore SBI fraud case
The CBI has registered a case against Future Retail Ltd and its promoters. This is due to the alleged defrauding of State Bank of India amounting to ₹904.32 crore. The FIR was filed following a complaint from SBI on October 9, and a forensic audit was conducted. Multiple premises linked to the promoters were searched, leading to the seizure of documents.
Elon Musk gambled $445 million to boost Republicans in midterms and came up short
Nobody may have suffered bigger losses Tuesday than President Donald Trump. But few others had more on the line than Musk, who gambled big and came up holding the midterm's worst return on investment. Democrats in Congress were already queuing to get their shot at Musk, with possible subpoenas and investigations.
Elon Musk gambled $445 million to boost Republicans in midterms and came up short
Elon Musk's hefty USD 445 million investment in Republican candidates did not yield the desired electoral success, as Republicans faced significant losses, ceding control of Congress. This setback has prompted Democrats to contemplate investigating Musk's business operations. Critics have denounced his financial influence in politics, highlighting the risks of affluent individuals shaping policy. Anticipated changes in Texas's Democratic leadership suggest intensified scrutiny of Musk's ties to the state.
Mahadev case: Chandrakar's custody needed to identify officials who got 'protection money', says CBI
Saurabh Chandrakar, accused of masterminding the Mahadev betting app scam, was extradited from Oman for interrogation. The Central Bureau of Investigation is seeking information on Chhattisgarh public servants allegedly involved in corruption. Reports claim that huge amounts of protection money were paid to facilitate illegal operations of the betting syndicate. Investigations have revealed a substantial financial network utilising fake bank accounts for gambling transactions.
Mahadev betting app kingpin Saurabh Chandrakar sent to 8-day police custody
Saurabh Chandrakar, wanted in the Mahadev betting app case, was granted eight days of police custody. The Central Bureau of Investigation brought him from New Delhi for examination before a special court. Chandrakar was arrested in Oman after being detained by the Royal Oman Police. He is facing allegations related to illegal online betting and corruption charges. The Enforcement Directorate has also filed a prosecution complaint against him.
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PNB staffer, Pune man arrested in alleged Rs 10.24 crore bank fraud case
An office assistant of Punjab National Bank in Greater Noida and a private individual have been arrested for alleged fraud. The fraudulent activity involved Rs 10.24 crore in unauthorized withdrawals from multiple customer accounts. Punjab National Bank's investigation began after a customer reported suspicious debit transactions in her account. The accused allegedly carried out the transactions over three years using compromised banking credentials.
Mahadev betting app kingpin Sourabh Chandrakar extradited from Oman, to face CBI court in Raipur
The CBI has secured the extradition of Sourabh Chandrakar, promoter of the Mahadev online betting syndicate, from Oman. Wanted in two CBI cases and an ED investigation, he will be produced before a special court in Raipur. Investigators allege the syndicate routed betting proceeds through mule accounts and hawala channels.
Rs 210-crore bank fraud case: CBI books Chandra Proteco and its directors
The CBI has registered an FIR against Chandra Proteco Limited and its directors over an alleged bank fraud of Rs 210.13 crore involving five banks. The case follows a complaint by Indian Bank, which alleged that the company obtained loans and letters of credit worth Rs 541.46 crore from a consortium of six banks and diverted funds through associate companies. The agency also conducted searches at premises linked to the directors in Prayagraj.
CBI books IL&FS Energy, executives in alleged Rs 212 crore Canara Bank loan fraud case
The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against IL&FS Energy Development Company and its executives over loan fraud. This case involves an alleged loss of Rs 212.34 crore linked to Canara Bank. The fraud stems from loans sanctioned by Syndicate Bank that were reportedly diverted from their intended projects. CBI conducted searches at multiple locations and seized various important documents related to the case.
JD Vance’s town hall test: Iran war, gas prices and immigration put him on the spot
At a recent CBS News town hall, Vice President JD Vance confronted voter concerns regarding Donald Trump's policies. He engaged with issues such as soaring gasoline prices, the ramifications of the Iran war, and strategies for immigration enforcement. Vance admitted some troop deployment errors, linking high gas costs to recent conflicts while stressing the importance of accountability in addressing ongoing immigration challenges.
CBI arrests Munitions India executive director, SMPP CEO in Rs 500 crore defence deal bribery case
The Central Bureau of Investigation arrested three individuals in an alleged bribery case. Anil Kumar, the executive director of Munitions India Ltd, was among those arrested. The case is linked to a ₹500 crore ammunition contract with SMPP Ltd. In total, the CBI seized about ₹2.23 crore in cash during searches across multiple cities.
Supreme Court bars coercive action by CBI against people linked to Punjab govt
The Supreme Court of India has prevented the CBI from taking coercive action against Punjab government officials. This directive follows a plea from the Punjab government seeking a stay on a previous high court order. The high court had directed the CBI to investigate alleged corruption involving cash for transfers and favorable policies. The Punjab government argues that the investigation process violates legal protocols intended for public servants.
SC adjourns hearing on Punjab govt's plea against HC order for CBI probe into corruption charges
The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing regarding the Punjab government's appeal concerning a high court ruling. This ruling directs the Central Bureau of Investigation to investigate corruption allegations linked to the AAP-led government. Senior advocate Vikas Singh represented the Punjab government during the proceedings. The state government argues that the high court's direction lacks lawful basis and procedural correctness.
Punjab CM Mann’s OSD Rajbir Ghuman skips CBI questioning, says CMO
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman did not appear before the CBI for questioning in an alleged corruption and bribery case, with the CMO saying he was not served the summons. The agency had registered an FIR against Ghuman and five others and searched eight locations across Punjab and Chandigarh.
'AAP plundering Punjab's resources to fund other elections': BJP slams Bhagwant Mann, Kejriwal
BJP MP Tarun Chugh criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP for alleged corruption practices. Chugh claimed that resources from Punjab were misused to finance election campaigns in other states. The CBI initiated an investigation stemming from court orders regarding corruption allegations against Mann's associates. Raids were conducted across various locations linked to the accused, revealing extensive corruption operations.
Ram temple donations pilfered during counting process, 105 instances caught on CCTV: SIT
A Special Investigation Team has unveiled a significant case of embezzlement involving donations meant for the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The investigation has produced a chargesheet documenting 105 instances of illicit cash withdrawal recorded on CCTV. Eight suspects have been apprehended and are in judicial custody, while additional witnesses are being interviewed.
Retired government employee sent to jail for taking Rs 100 bribe at the age of 75; CBI caught him red-handed in 1995, Jharkhand HC convicts him for corruption after 31 years
A retired railway booking clerk who demanded a Rs 100 bribe in 1995 has had his corruption conviction confirmed by the Jharkhand High Court 31 years later, with the court reducing his jail term to one year considering his age of 75 and the long delay in the case.
Ex-NSE chief Chitra Ramkrishna gets relief as Delhi HC rejects CBI plea against bail in alleged illegal phone-tapping case
Delhi High Court has rejected the CBI's petition against the bail granted to Chitra Ramkrishna. The court dismissed the challenge to the trial court's December 22, 2022 order. The case involves allegations of illegal phone-tapping by NSE officials in collaboration with iSec Services Pvt Ltd. Ramkrishna's bail remains valid until a detailed order is issued by the court.
Supreme Court rejects ex-NSE chief Chitra Ramkrishna's 'public duty' plea in co-location case
The Supreme Court rejected Chitra Ramkrishna's appeal regarding the NSE co-location case. This decision allows a Delhi court to proceed with the corruption charges against her. The court upheld the Delhi High Court's ruling on public duty and public servant definitions. Ramkrishna, former NSE MD and CEO, faces charges of illegal gratification and conspiracy. The case involves alleged improper dissemination of exchange data to select stockbrokers.
DVAC names DMK leader K N Nehru, brothers in Rs 1,020 cr corruption case
The DVAC registered an FIR naming K N Nehru as prime accused in a corruption case. The case involves Rs 1,020 crore related to tender manipulation and bribe collection. Nehru's brothers and two former legislators are also named in the FIR. The DVAC report alleges illegal gratification was collected as party funds. This case follows an Enforcement Directorate report alleging contract irregularities.
173 public servants investigated for graft since 2012 yet to be suspended, says ACB report
A report from Maharashtra's Anti-Corruption Bureau reveals that 173 public servants accused of graft since 2012 remain unsuspended despite ongoing investigations. This includes a significant number from the education, sports, and urban development sectors. Twenty-two convicted officials also await dismissal, with most from Class-III services, highlighting systemic issues in addressing corruption within these departments.
Maharashtra: CBI arrests 7 public servants, recovers huge cash, documents of immovable properties in Mumbai
The CBI arrested seven SEEPZ-SEZ officials, including a Joint and Deputy Development Commissioner, in a bribery case. Searches uncovered ₹61.5 lakh in cash, documents related to 27 properties, and three luxury vehicles. Officials allegedly solicited bribes through middlemen for favors like space allotment and disposal of imported goods.
Direct evidence not must for conviction of public servant for corruption, says Supreme Court
Delivering the judgment, a five-judge constitution bench of Justices Abdul Nazeer, BR Gavai, AS Bopanna, V Ramasubramanian and BV Nagarathna held that the demand for bribe by public servants can also be proved through circumstantial evidence even when there is no direct evidence against them.
Govt issues SOPs for police officers to seek prior approval before probing corrupt public servants
An amendment carried out in the over 30-year-old Prevention of Corruption (PC) Act, 1988 in July 2018 bars a police officer from conducting "any enquiry or inquiry or investigation into any offence alleged to have been committed by a public servant" without "the previous approval" of the authorities.
CBI can prosecute senior bureaucrats without govt sanction: Supreme Court
Scrapping the protection given to senior bureaucrats in corruption cases, the SC ruled that CBI can probe and prosecute them without Centre's sanction.
Illegal property of corrupt public servants to be confiscated
Property illegally acquired by a corrupt public servant will be confiscated and a time line has been set for securing sanction to prosecute serving and retired public servants.
Chances of corrupt public servants being caught and punished very less
Data given are not quite amenable to statistical analysis of the kind one has in mind. Therefore, one has to take some liberties with numbers.
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