CBI Takes Over Corruption Into CBFC Case, Starts Investigation
The CBI has lodged an FIR against three persons and unidentified officials of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on the allegations of actor Vishal that he had to pay Rs 6.5 lakh to get a certificate for his film "Mark Antony", officials said on October 5. The action was followed by searches at four locations in Mumbai, including the premises of the FIR-named accused persons.
Tags: CBFC, corruption, CBI, Mumbai Branch, investigation, Entertainment
Courtesy: The Press Trust of India
Investigation Into Corruption Allegations Of Vijay Against CBFC Underway
Amid corruption allegations by actor Vishal who said the producers had to pay Rs 6.5 lakh to the representatives of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to get his film ‘Mark Antony’ certified in theatres, the board issued a statement. The board said today “Immediate cognizance of the feedback has been taken, and the issue is being investigated with immense gravity. The matter is being investigated.
Tags: Vijay, Actor, allegations, corruption, investigation, CBFC
Courtesy: News 18
CBFC Reacts To Allegations Of Corruption By Actor Vishal
Tamil actor-producer Vishal is currently hitting the headlines after he accused the Central Board Of Film Certification in Mumbai of demanding a bribe of Rs 6.5 lakh. On Friday, the CBFC has issued a statement, saying they have zero tolerance for corruption, and if they find anyone involved, action will be taken. "if any third party is claiming they represent CBFC and are demanding any sum of amount, please report.… read-more
Tags: allegations, corruption, Indian Actor, CBFC, tamil actor vishal
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
Punjab Cop Issues Lookout Circular Against Manpreet Singh Badal
A lookout circular (LOC) has been issued against Manpreet Singh Badal, the former Punjab Finance Minister. Getting into the details, the lookout circular was issued in an alleged corruption charge. Notably, Badal allegedly purchased property illegally in Bathinda. Manpreet Badal had already filed a pre-arrest bail application, which was to come up for hearing on September 26, but his lawyers withdrew it, saying they would file a fresh… read-more
Tags: Manpreet Singh Badal, Former Punjab Finance Minister, Indian Politics, Punjab Police, corruption
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Ex US President Donald Trump, 18 Other Charged In Georgia Election Enquiry
Former US President Donald Trump was charged along with 18 alleged accomplices in connection with attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election count in the state of Georgia. Trump was charged with 13 count, including violating Georgia state's racketeering act. The other charges were about soliciting a public officer, conspiring to impersonate a public officer, conspiring to commit forgery in the first degree and conspiring to file… read-more
Tags: Former US President, Donald Trump, Elections, corruption, Georgia Enquiry
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
PM Modi Says, Need To Fight 3 Evils, Nepotism, Appeasement & Corruption: Independence Day
On the 76th Independence Day, delivering the 15th August speech, PM Narendra Modi said, India need to fight three evils of corruption, appeasement and nepotism. "I firmly believe that when the country will celebrate 100 years of freedom in 2047, the country would be a developed India," said PM at Red Fort. He added, "But the need of the hour is to fight three evils -- corruption, dynasty and appeasement,'
Tags: Red Fort, Independence Day, PM Narendra Modi, 3 Evils, corruption
Courtesy: India Today
V Senthil Case: ED Moves Apex Court Challenging Madras HC Orders
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) moved to the Supreme Court, challenging Madras High Court (HC) orders in the V Senthil Balaji case. Notably, the Madras HC approved the plea of Senthil, demanding to shift in a private hospital from a state-run hospital. However, the ED opposed the orders, saying Senthil is an influential minister and could manage to tamper evidence and witnesses. The SC listed the matter to June 21.
Tags: Madras HC, Apex Court, V Senthil Balaji Case, corruption, ED
Courtesy: ANI News
BJP Launches 'Selfie with Corruption Ka Rajmahal' campaign
The unique selfie with corruption ka Rajmahal campaign was launched by the BJP and workers in Connaught Place attended the event. The BJP has accused Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of corruption for spending Rs 52 crore of public money on the residence, referring it as the 'Raj Mahal'. During the campaign, party workers will be posing for selfies with renovated model residence to expose Kejriwal's alleged misdeeds.
Tags: corruption, Rajmahal, BJP, Arvind Kejriwal, AAP
Courtesy: The Economic Times
Mafia, Don And Corruption Have No Place In UP: Yogi Adityanath
After the threat call was received, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath gave a befitting response to the unidentified people. Addressing the media, Yogi said, "There is no place for any mafia dons or criminals in Uttar Pradesh. There is no place for corruption and the corrupt either." Notably, Yogi Adityanath-led BJP started a campaign for the UP Local Body elections, following which he received a threatening call.
Tags: Yogi Adityanath, UP CM, threat call, corruption, BJP Government, Police Case
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Sachin Pilot Ends Hunger Strike, Says Will Continue Fight Against Corruption
Ignoring the warnings of Congress-led Rajasthan Government, Deputy CM Sachin Pilot, observed a one-day fast in Jaipur. He ended the fast in the evening, giving a strong message to Ashok Gehlot, the Rajasthan CM, raising his voice against the rising corruption in the State. Although the hunger strike is over, Pilot is not going to give up with his demand of investigation into all corruption cases, under Vasundhra Raje's tenure.
Tags: Rajasthan Politics, Sachin Pilot, ASHOK GEHLOT, Congress Government, corruption
Courtesy: NDTV