China’s President Xi Jinping has intensified his anti-corruption campaign, focusing on sectors linked to the military. The crackdown targets officials and companies suspected of corruption, aiming to strengthen governance and ensure accountability within key defense-related industries.

China Corruption: Xi’s Anti-Corruption Crackdown Targets Military-Linked Sector

A Pakistani court has sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each in a corruption case over the underpriced purchase of luxury state gifts. Khan, jailed since August 2023, denies any wrongdoing. This conviction adds to a series of legal cases against the former premier, who is already serving a 14-year sentence in another graft case.

Toshakhana Case: Former Pak PM Imran Khan & Bushra Bibi Sentenced to 17 Years of Imprisonment

Nepal has launched its biggest anti-corruption investigation yet, targeting a Chinese company involved in the construction of the Pokhara International Airport. The case has sparked major political and diplomatic attention, raising questions about procurement, transparency, and foreign involvement in national infrastructure projects.


Nepal Corruption: Case Against Chinese Company Over Pokhara Airport Construction

Pokhara Airport Probe: Nepal’s Biggest Anti-Corruption Case Targets Chinese Company

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has slammed the ongoing corruption trial, calling it politically motivated and an “absurd witch hunt.” This video covers Netanyahu’s strong statements, his denial of all charges, and the growing political controversy surrounding the case, which continues to capture international attention and shape Israel’s political landscape.

Netanyahu Slams Corruption Trial | Calls Trial Politically Motivated

#Gravitas A new report reveals that China’s powerful military-industrial sector stumbled last year, even as the arms business, on the contrary, surged across the globe.  Corruption purges inside Beijing’s defence structure reportedly disrupted procurement and delayed major weapons contracts. In the process, creating uncertainty around China’s military modernisation.  


China’s Top Arms Makers See Revenues Fall, Buck Global Uptrend

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said his chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, has resigned following an anti-corruption raid on his home.


Zelensky’s Top Adviser Andriy Yermak Resigns After Anti-corruption Raid Ahead Of Peace Talks

Anger is running high in the flood-prone province of Bulacan in the Philippines, where residents are protesting what they call systemic corruption that has left communities submerged and businesses shuttered. Despite billions of pesos allocated for flood mitigation, officials responsible for these projects remain unpunished. 


Philippines flood 'corruption': Filipino residents demand accountability 

Turkish Opposition Condemns Massive Corruption Case as Political Attack

"I didn't know the salaries the government pays were this high!" Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa joked after more than 100 loyalists arrived at his former rebel base, many pulling up in luxury SUVs.
"Have you forgotten you are the sons of the revolution?" Sharaa rebuked the gathered officials and business leaders, according to two people present, remarking upon the large number of Cadillac Escalades, Range Rovers and Chevrolet Tahoes parked outside. "Have you been tempted so quickly?"

Syria's Al-Sharaa Met Over 100 Loyalists in Syria's Idlib, Warns Against Corruption

A major judicial corruption probe has been launched in South Africa, targeting alleged misconduct and bribery within the country's legal system.
The investigation, backed by state authorities and anti-corruption agencies, raises serious concerns about judicial independence and the rule of law.

South Africa: High-Level Investigations Underway Over Judicial Probe

Judicial Corruption Probe Launched in South Africa | High-Level Investigations Underway

Outrage is growing in the Philippines against ‘nepo babies’, the children of wealthy politicians and contractors, who flaunt their lavish lifestyle on social media. Their anger stems from allegations of corruption against lawmakers and contractors linked to flood control projects.


Philippines government admits 70% flood funds lost in corruption

Violent protests erupted in Kocani, North Macedonia, after a nightclub fire claimed the lives of 59 people, with citizens demanding accountability for the disaster. Watch in for more details!

North Macedonia Club Fire: Nightclub fire sparks violent protests in Kocani

The death toll from a devastating nightclub fire in North Macedonia rose to 59, as authorities launched an investigation into allegations of corruption and safety violations. Watch in for more details!

North Macedonia Club Fire: Death toll rises to 59, bribery probe underway

Authorities in Belgium and Portugal have launched a corruption and money laundering probe targeting the EU Parliament. Raids across 21 locations have led to multiple arrests, with a suspected link to Huawei under investigation. As top leadership refuses to comment, how deep does this scandal go?

EU parliament corruption probe: Raids, arrests, and Huawei link under scanner

Malaysia's former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob was named a suspect in a corruption investigation linked to 170 million ringgit (US$38.6 million) in cash, gold, and other items seized at alleged safe houses run by his senior aides.

Malaysia: Ismail Sabri becomes third former PM facing graft probe

Business economy | World | Web story | Transparency International has released the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for the year 2024. Here are the top 5 least corrupt nations:


Top 5 Least Corrupt Countries As Per Corruption Perceptions Index; India ranks at…

Business & economy | World | Trending | According to their website, the rankings life 180 countries and territories across the world by their perceived levels of public sector corruption.

Corruption Perceptions Index reveals world’s most corrupt countries; India ranks at…

American support for Ukraine comes with a price tag of 500 billion dollars in mineral resources. That is the deal that US President Donald Trump wants for sending Ukraine weapons and materials in its war against Russia. It is becoming increasingly clear that the real prize in the Ukraine war is the hidden one.

War for wealth of Ukraine: Resources for Russia, corruption for Kyiv's elite

Ukraine is facing a bigger enemy than Russia in the ongoing war i.e. corruption. Weapons meant for war are getting sold in the black market. Watch this report for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Corruption drains Ukraine's limited war resources

The profiles of two senior executives at China's top aircraft manufacturer, including the J-20 stealth fighter's chief designer, have been removed from the website without explanation. What's more, Hao Zhaoping, AVIC's general manager, and Yang Wei, deputy general manager and lead engineer on the J-20, haven't been seen publicly for months.

China's J-20 fighter jet designer, top scientist 'missing' amid corruption probe | Gravitas

India News: The Smart City Project for Srinagar was approved in April 2017 with a budget of over Rs 3535 crore for area-based development and other urban solutions, including road and transport.

Srinagar Smart City Project hit by corruption, bungling worth crores reported

Thousands of Serbians protested in the capital Belgrade on Sunday against corruption and demanding justice for those killed in a train station roof collapse. Watch this report for more details!

Serbia: Protest against govt failure to take action on train station collapse

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