In a shocking revelation, a cash-for-marks racket has surfaced in Bihar’s education system, where students and their families were allegedly coerced to pay bribes for favorable exam results. This case highlights the pervasive influence of cash-driven corruption in education, undermining the integrity of the system and calling for urgent reforms toward a cashless economy. The…
A recent scandal in Uttar Pradesh’s public healthcare system has revealed rampant corruption involving cash bribes for essential services. This case illustrates how cash-driven corruption jeopardizes public health and highlights the need for systemic reforms to transition toward a cashless economy. The Uttar Pradesh Healthcare Scandal Investigations by the state’s Vigilance Department uncovered a nexus…
A recent probe into government procurement in Rajasthan has revealed widespread corruption involving cash bribes for awarding contracts. This discovery highlights the systemic flaws in public procurement processes and underscores the need for cashless reforms to curb corruption and safeguard economic integrity. The Rajasthan Procurement Scandal The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Rajasthan recently uncovered a…
A recent investigation into corruption in Maharashtra’s real estate sector has uncovered alarming levels of bribery and under-the-table cash transactions. This revelation highlights how the dominance of cash fuels systemic corruption, damaging the economy and calling for a comprehensive shift to cashless systems. The Maharashtra Real Estate Scandal The Maharashtra Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) recently busted…
A recent bribery case involving officials of the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has cast a shadow on the institution’s credibility. Investigations revealed cash payments being exchanged for clearing contracts and tenders. This incident brings to light the persistent role of cash transactions in corruption and the urgent need to strengthen governance with cashless practices. The…
In a significant crackdown on corruption, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted extensive searches across 50 locations, unearthing deep-seated malpractices within the Food Corporation of India (FCI). This operation has reignited discussions on the pervasive role of cash in facilitating corruption and the pressing need for India to transition towards a cashless economy. The…
Bengaluru, India – January 19, 2025 The Karnataka Wine Merchants’ Association has recently leveled serious allegations against the state’s Excise Department, accusing officials, including Excise Minister R.B. Thimmapur, of engaging in widespread corruption and bribery. In a detailed letter addressed to key state authorities, including the Chief Minister and the Lokayukta, the association highlighted systemic…
In Hijack ’93, Netflix brings the gripping true story of four young Nigerian men who hijacked a plane in 1993 to protest military rule in Nigeria to audiences worldwide. On October 25, 1993, Richard Ogunderu, Kabir Adenuga, Benneth Oluwadaisi, and Kenny Rasaq-Lawal boarded a Nigeria Airways flight from Lagos to Abuja. Their goal was clear:…
A Utah woman, Hadlie Monroe, has spoken out about a harrowing attack in May 2022, when she was stabbed by 18-year-old Kane Fairbank, whom she met on a dating app. Monroe recalled the chilling moment, telling KSL-TV, “I remember turning around and seeing him standing there, staring at me, covered in my blood.” Monroe’s story…
Recently released U.S. data on migrants with criminal convictions has become a focal point in political debates, especially regarding immigration policies under the Biden administration. Former President Donald Trump has used the figures to criticize President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, claiming that “13,000 convicted murderers entered our country during her three and…