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Congress slams the Modi government for transferring CAG officials

Congress accuses govt of intimidating CAG officers who exposed corruption in schemes; demands transfer orders be revoked. Modi govt accused of mafia-style tactics to silence those who expose corruption. CAG report showed 1400% cost inflation & tendering irregularities in Dwarka Expressway, faulty bidding practices & 60% cost inflation in Bharatmala.

The Hindu

Labour is right: billions were lost to Covid fraud, and the public deserve a reckoning

Given the immense suffering the pandemic brought to so many people, profiteers cannot be allowed to get away with it, says Devi Sridhar of the University of Edinburgh

The Guardian - UK

No microscopic examination of materials needed by govt. to permit investigation against public servants: Karnataka High Court

The State government is not required to make microscopic examination of the materials submitted by the investigating officer for granting approval for probe against a public servant under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, said the High Court of Karnataka.

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CPI(M) to blame for sorry state of State’s cooperative sector: Muraleedharan

Union Minister V. Muraleedharan accused CPI(M) of destroying cooperative sector in Kerala, distributing State wealth to friends & party men. He alleged corruption from panchayat-level to Secretariat & misuse of Central funds. He said Congress was also guilty, leaving them unable to act as responsible Opposition.

The Hindu

Walkathon with the theme, Integrity - A way of life, in Hubballi

GM Sanjeev Kishore led a walkathon in Hubballi to spread the message of "Say no to Corruption; Commit to the Nation". Railway staff, public and passengers were sensitised to the need for a corruption-free society. Street play was staged to create awareness among children about damage caused by corruption and…

The Hindu

KCR made Telangana number one in farmers suicides and corruption: Amit Shah

At the first election meeting held by BJP after Telangana Assembly Elections-2023 schedule was announced, Union Home Minister Amit Shah charged at Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Chief and CM K. Chandrashekar Rao and Congress party.

The Hindu

‘Embezzlement’ case against Chandrababu Naidu is outside Section 17A protections, A.P. government counters in Supreme Court

Andhra Pradesh argued in SC that charges against former CM Naidu in skill development scam case were of embezzlement, not related to public office duties. State said he deliberately caused huge loss to exchequer & fabricated records. SC observed Section 17A cannot be used to sabotage anti-corruption law. Salve argued…

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What to know about Liberia’s presidential election

Liberia goes to the polls on Tuesday amid growing anger over corruption and the cost of living.

Al Jazeera

Former Pattaya mayor arrested

Itthiphol Kunplome, until recently the Minister for Culture, was arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport on Monday morning for alleged corruption in a controversial condominium project he approved 15 years ago when Pattaya mayor.

Bangkok Post

Can prior sanction be used to defeat purpose of anti-corruption law, SC asks Naidu

Supreme Court tells ex-AP CM Naidu's lawyer that Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act cannot be interpreted to defeat its objective. Salve argued that no sanction was received before initiating prosecution against Naidu. He said the arrest was illegal and his fundamental right was violated. Luthra said the FIR…

The Hindu

BJP leaders arrested for protesting against ‘lopsided’ liquor policy in Andhra Pradesh

BJP leaders stage a demonstration in Tirupati against the 'lopsided' liquor policy and allege corruption and poor quality liquor. They claimed that revenue figures don't match sales figures and demanded a CBI probe.

The Hindu

Rachel Reeves echoes Thatcher as she vows to recover money lost to fraud during pandemic

She said a Labour government would appoint a ‘Covid corruption commissioner’ to ‘chase down those who have ripped off the taxpayer’.

The Independent UK

The key issues at stake in Liberia’s presidential election

Issues around the economy and the civil war could affect how Liberians vote in Tuesday’s election, analysts say.

Al Jazeera

High stakes poll in Telangana, BRS confident, Congress hopes to replicate Karnataka magic, BJP on edge | Analysis

Telangana Assembly elections 2023 will be a multi-cornered contest between BRS, BJP and Congress. BRS has a head start with its welfare and developmental schemes, while BJP is banking on anti-incumbency and corruption. Congress is hoping to replicate its success in Karnataka with its six guarantees

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AAP

No delay: Berejiklian's spat with ICAC fast-tracked

A legal challenge by former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian to overturn ICAC's corruption findings will be heard as expeditiously as possible, a judge says.

The Guardian - UK

‘Covid corruption commissioner’ would seek to recoup lost billions, says Labour

Exclusive: Rachel Reeves announces plans for powerful watchdog to recover taxpayer cash lost to waste and fraud

The Hindu

Karuvannur bank scam casts Thrissur LS constituency at the centre of a high-stakes CPI(M)-BJP political battle

In Thrissur, the Karuvannur Cooperative Bank scam has become a major political issue ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. BJP's Suresh Gopi has increased the party's vote share in the district, and CPI(M) is on the offensive, accusing BJP of using ED to further Gopi's candidacy. BJP's K. Surendran…

The Hindu

BJP alleges corruption in liquor sale in Andhra Pradesh, seeks probe by Centre

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Andhra Pradesh unit president Daggubati Purandeswari met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on October 8 (Sunday) and sought an inquiry into the alleged corruption in liquor sales in the State. In a memorandum submitted to Mr. Shah, she alleged that the sale of ‘cheap…

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The Guardian - US

‘Comes with the job’: why political corruption is a rite of passage in New Jersey

Politicians like Bob Menendez might not be proud of the accusations they face, but there’s an attitude of ‘that’s what we do in New Jersey’

The Conversation

Liberia elections 2023: three things the next president must do

Liberia, Africa’s oldest republic, is about to choose its next president.

The Hindu

‘Vendetta politics’ | TMC on CBI searches at residences of Minister Firhad Hakim, MLA Madan Mitra

TMC alleges CBI searches at residences of Firhad Hakim and Madan Mitra are an attempt to divert attention from ongoing protest outside Raj Bhavan. BJP claims TMC is mired in corruption and has something to hide. ED and CBI searches at multiple locations, including Food and Supplies Minister Rathin Ghosh's…

Salon

Bad Apples vs. Bad Genes

When is corruption a case of “bad apples” rather than systemic failure?

The Hindu

Rahul, Priyanka to address separate public rallies in poll-bound M.P, next week

Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi to address rallies in MP on Oct 10 and 12 respectively. BJP striving to retain power, while Congress seeks to return to helm. Priyanka reiterates Congress' guarantees and accuses BJP of corruption. Congress promises free/subsidised power, pension scheme, farm loan waiver, Rs 1,500/month to women. BJP…

The Independent UK

New Jersey attorney general opens investigation into Nadine Menendez’s fatal car wreck

The 2018 incident has come under closer scrutiny following federal corruption and bribery charges involving her husband, Senator Bob Menendez

The Independent UK

Myanmar’s top court declines to hear Suu Kyi's special appeals in abuse of power and bribery cases

Myanmar’s Supreme Court has declined to hear special appeals from the country’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi against her convictions in six corruption cases where she was found guilty of abusing her authority and accepting bribes

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