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Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 535 of the invasion

Zelenskiy fires regional military recruitment chiefs in anti-corruption drive; Russia gains ground around north-east town of Kupiansk

The Guardian - AU · Aug 12, 2023

Govt. to consider request by contractor’s family for fresh probe against Eshwarappa

CM Siddaramaiah to consider fresh inquiry into corruption allegations against ex-minister Eshwarappa. Family of contractor Patil, found dead in Udupi, met CM & requested CID investigation. Patil was close to former CM Yediyurappa, but betrayed by some BJP leaders.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Karnataka contractors’ row: Pending bills will be cleared only after completion of judicial probe, says CM

Chief Min. Siddaramaiah orders judicial inquiry into alleged scams of prev. BJP govt. Promised to investigate if Congress won, voters believed & voted against BJP's corruption. Inquiry led by retired Justice B. Veerappa to investigate 40% commission scam. Govt won't release payments till probe ends, but contractors who did work…

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

A sense of anti-climax as UDF keeps mum on graft charge against CM’s daughter in House

UDF’s “flip-flop” on mining scandal leaves Kerala’s political sphere with a sense of anti-climax; Congress “belatedly learned” of handouts to UDF leaders; CPI(M) seizes high moral ground; BJP wrings rhetorical advantage; Union Minister says Congress & CPI(M) same on corruption.

The Hindu · Aug 10, 2023

Bommai alleges BBMP contractors’ union has complained to Rahul Gandhi

BJP's Bommai demands Gandhi intervene in BBMP contractors' alleged 65% commission demand. Alleging contractors complained to Gandhi, Bommai urges him to intervene if he is against corruption. He also criticizes CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM Shivakumar for their silence and alleged frequent transfer notifications.

The Hindu · Aug 10, 2023

Experts: Thomas trips are "corruption"

"In my career I don't remember ever seeing this degree of largesse given to anybody," ex-federal judge says

Salon · Aug 10, 2023

Slain Ecuador candidate fearlessly took on drug cartels and corruption

The Ecuadorian presidential candidate who was fatally shot at a political rally was unafraid to take on criminal networks and a political elite he accused of corruption

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

US, UK and Canada sanction Lebanon’s former central bank governor

Internationally wanted Riad Salameh resigned from post he held for 30 years after graft charges were filed against him.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2023

US, UK, and Canada sanction Lebanon's former central bank governor over corruption allegations

The United States, United Kingdom, and Canada have slapped sanctions on Lebanon’s embattled ex-central bank governor and a handful of close relatives and associates over allegations of corruption

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

Zimbabwe heads to the polls amid high inflation, a slumping currency and a cost of living crisis

Zimbabwe is facing a host of pressing challenges that voters dearly want the next president to address. Persistently high inflation, elevated interest rates, and a slumping and volatile Zimbabwe dollar have combined to fuel a cost of living crisis for households and battered business activity.

The Conversation · Aug 10, 2023