Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

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Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
24 Jul, 2026

Is corruption the biggest threat to India’s future?, Pg9

Experts warn corruption, exacerbated by RTI subversion and institutional decay, remains India's gravest threat, hindering development and denying justice to citizens.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
22 Jul, 2026

Worth of fraud reported by banks, financial institutions, Pg10

Indian banks and financial institutions reported ₹1.42 lakh crore fraud over five years, recovering a mere ₹6,389 crore, Parliament informed.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
10 Jul, 2026

Ethanol Blending, Pg2

Union Minister Gadkari champions E20 and flex-fuel technology, dismissing engine damage claims while pushing methanol to slash India's massive fossil fuel import bill.

Education SectorIntellectual Property Rights, IPRChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
28 Jun, 2026

Fake patents are poisoning India’s race for academic excellence, Pg10

Shocking report uncovers 'fake patent' racket selling UK design registrations to Indian academics, manipulating research integrity and academic promotion systems.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
22 Jun, 2026

NSDC crackdown continues: Current, ex-staffers get notices for PMKVY 'lapses', Pg1

NSDC issues show-cause notices to 20 current, ex-staffers over 'gross negligence' in PMKVY, following CAG's damning report on Rs 14,450 crore scheme.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
22 Jun, 2026

Govt prepares to notify Western Ghats eco sensitive areas in at least three states, Pg1

Centre prepares to notify Western Ghats Ecologically Sensitive Areas in three states, resolving 12-year deadlock over Kasturirangan committee recommendations.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityAccountability and Ethical GovernanceChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
14 May, 2026

Ministry's special fund is for top athletes, bureaucrats dip into it to upgrade their own sports facilities, Pg1

Investigation reveals misuse of National Sports Development Fund, diverting crores to bureaucrats' facilities and RSS-linked organizations, raising ethical concerns.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityMoney Laundering and its PreventionChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
5 Apr, 2026

Behind multiple frauds, a common playbook: Govt funds, fake FDs, shell firms, Pg9

Multi-crore fraud exposes collusion between bank officials, government employees, and private entities, siphoning public funds via fake FDs.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
2 Apr, 2026

How anti-corruption bodies are politicised, Pg7

Delhi excise policy case collapses, raising concerns over politicization of anti-corruption bodies and the need for stronger investigative capacity.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE GovernanceChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
25 Mar, 2026

Deepening global corruption as a pointer for India, Pg6

Corruption Perceptions Index 2025 reveals India's stagnant score of 39, highlighting governance challenges amidst economic growth.

Parliament and State LegislaturesStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
23 Mar, 2026

Details sought on inquiry, prosecution wings of the Lokpal, Pg12

Parliamentary panel demands details on operationalizing Lokpal's inquiry and prosecution wings, crucial for combating corruption, even a decade after the Act.

Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
2 Mar, 2026

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

Analysis reveals U.P. received 84% of out-of-state MPLADS funds, raising questions on fund allocation and utilization by MPs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsBasics of Cyber SecurityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
23 Feb, 2026

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Rajasthan's 'cyber sarkar' siphons crores from PM-Kisan, pension schemes via Aadhaar misuse; 51 arrested in massive fraud investigation.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesAccountability and Ethical GovernanceChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
22 Jan, 2026

Should corruption charges need prior sanction?, Pg8

Supreme Court split verdict on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act regarding prior sanction for investigating public servants.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
19 Jan, 2026

Corruption and prior sanction, case of a divided house, Pg6

Supreme Court delivers split verdict on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act, challenging the need for prior sanction.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesProbity in Governance, Concept and Philosophical BasisChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
14 Jan, 2026

SC differs on sanction to try public servants, Pg1

Supreme Court split over mandatory sanction for prosecuting public servants under anti-corruption law, raising constitutional questions and referral to larger bench.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
14 Jan, 2026

SC delivers split verdict on prior approval clause in anti-graft law, Pg8

Supreme Court split over anti-corruption law's prior approval clause, Justice Nagarathna deems it 'unconstitutional', matter referred to larger bench.

Parliament and State LegislaturesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
6 Jan, 2026

What does the SHANTI Bill change?, Pg10

SHANTI Bill opens India's nuclear sector to private investment, aiming for energy security and reduced fossil fuel dependence.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
29 Dec, 2025

Political funding needs reform to protect democratic competition, Pg8

Analysis reveals BJP received disproportionate political funding via corporate donations and electoral trusts, raising concerns about fair electoral competition.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
26 Dec, 2025

Donors should be anonymous, Pg9

Electoral bond ban flips political funding: BJP dominates with 85% share in 2024-25, opposition funding declines drastically.

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