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Zelensky fires top presidential aide after anti-graft agencies reveal corruption probe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday dismissed his deputy chief-of-staff Iryna Mudra after the country’s anti-graft agencies announced they were raiding the homes of a senior official from the president's office and a sitting member of parliament as part of a corruption probe.

France 24

Zelenskyy's office is probed for corruption as fired defense minister demands elections

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies are investigating senior officials in President Zelenskyy's office

The Independent UK

Zelenskyy fires presidential office deputy head Iryna Mudra amid corruption probe

Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau said it had launched an operation linked to an alleged criminal organisation involving current and former MPs and senior officials in the presidential administration.

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Zelenskyy sacks deputy head of his office amid reported corruption investigation – as it happened

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies said they uncovered group responsible for money laundering $3.35m but did not name individuals involved

The Guardian - UK

ACB seeks 14-day judicial custody of former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain

The Anti-Corruption Branch seeks judicial custody for Satyendar Jain and others. This case involves alleged corruption in Delhi Jal Board sewage plant tenders. Jain's lawyer argued his client's arrest lacked justification and a bail plea is planned. Udit Prakash Rai's counsel also challenged his client's arrest, noting his current posting.…

The Economic Times

The Dvapara Yuga in Ancient Texts: When Vedic Ritual Replaced Direct Consciousness

What the Puranas Actually Say About the Third AgeThe Vishnu Purana describes the Dvapara Yuga as the third of the four world-ages, a period in which the quality of sattva has diminished enough that dharma stands on two legs instead of four. The metaphor is a bull, in the Krita…

Times Life

Jailed South African businessman appears before corruption inquiry

In South Africa, the Madlanga Commission set up last year to unpick allegations of unlawful kickbacks, cliques and corruption in the criminal justice system continues its investigations. The revelations from evidence presented during proceedings have been dramatic. Businessman Vusimuzi Matlala, who is accused of bribing his way to political and…

France 24

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AAP's Satyendar Jain arrested in alleged Jal Board corruption case

AAP leader and former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain has been arrested by the Delhi government's Anti-Corruption Branch in connection with an alleged corruption case involving the Delhi Jal Board during the previous government. Five others, including a former DJB CEO, contractual consultant and three private persons, were also arrested.

The Economic Times

What are the cases against former Pakistan PM Imran Khan?

Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered Imran Khan's transfer to a hospital from jail. He faces numerous corruption and other charges since losing power in 2022. His family expressed concerns about his deteriorating health and access to him. Most convictions have been suspended or overturned while appeals are pending. Khan denies all…

The Economic Times

Victoria moves to expand definition of ‘corruption’ before state election

Former Ibac head welcomes potential change that would capture actions that currently cannot be used to make corrupt findings

The Guardian - AU

Spot checks reveal misuse of school lunch programme funds

SURAT THANI - Surprise inspections by anti-corruption officials at six schools have uncovered irregularities in the schools' student-lunch programmes, including mismanagement of funds and poor nutrition.

Bangkok Post

A researcher turned politicians’ faces into economic data, asking whether their obesity could serve as an unlikely warning sign for something governments rarely reveal: corruption

An economist explored a novel link between politicians' physical appearance and corruption. He used computer vision to estimate body mass index from photographs of ministers. This study examined cabinet members across fifteen former Soviet republics. Later research focused on Ukrainian ministers, showing similar statistical associations over time. The findings suggest…

The Economic Times

Eric Swalwell FBI Files Reveal Chinese Spy 'Potentially Compromised' Him With Sex, Interns and Cash

Declassified FBI files reveal a suspected Chinese spy's alleged influence on former Congressman Eric Swalwell through illicit campaign contributions and personal interactions, leading to a public corruption investigation.

International Business Times UK

In Madagascar, Gen-Z overthrew a corrupt regime but the battle against state capture has barely begun

Youth-led demonstrations that shook Madagascar in late 2025 began as protests over water and electricity shortages. They quickly evolved into bigger demands for political change, forcing president Andry Rajoelina into exile. The Gen-Z protesters (most born between 1997 and 2012) spoke of dignity, corruption and a broken social contract.

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The Guardian - AU

The PM called Sally McManus a giant of the labour movement. Now she just wants to go birding

After securing wage rises for low-paid workers, weathering death threats and working with three PMs – the ACTU secretary is ready for a break

Benzinga

Anthony Scaramucci Says Trump ‘Acts Like a Fascist,’ Warns US Is ‘Very Close to Breaking the System’

Former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci warned that the U.S. is nearing a dangerous institutional breaking point as he accused President Donald Trump of authoritarian behavior and called for a post-partisan political reset.

AAP

'Filthy money' and Fiji trip aired in corruption probe

A lobbyist's explanations for dodging parliamentary scrutiny and ordering a "shit sheet" on a politician have dominated a third week of corruption hearings.

The Economic Times

Vijay vows Centre cooperation but says Tamil Nadu will oppose curbs on state rights

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay pledged cooperation with the Union government on administrative matters. He asserted opposition to policies infringing upon the state's rights and principles. The government is actively working to eliminate corruption and ensure transparent governance for all citizens. Several welfare schemes are being continued and…

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Bangkok Post

Testing time for People's Party

The People’s Party (PP), the main opposition force, has long sought to portray itself as the country’s foremost advocate of transparency and institutional reform. Yet its latest campaign surrounding the controversial 2025 Senate election has unexpectedly placed the party on the defensive, exposing the political risks of making corruption allegations…

AAP

Ex-Catholic schools boss denies 'auditable paper trail'

A $130,000 lobbying contract alleged to be a bogus bypass to electoral funding laws has been dissected at a corruption probe examining political donations.

AAP

Years-long NACC delays frustrating complainants

The National Anti-Corruption Commission Inspector says many complainants to the federal watchdog have been left flat by long waits to hear back on their cases.