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NAB closes inquiry into Ramadan package corruption case

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NAB closes inquiry into Ramadan package corruption case, revealing widespread corruption in flour subsidy under Ramazan package. The investigation uncovered theft of thousands of wheat bags and involvement of officials from the Food Department as well as prominent politicians. NAB recommends transferring the case to the Anti-Corruption Department for further investigation.
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Russia detains deputy defence minister for corruption

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Russia's Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov has been detained by Russian security services on suspicion of accepting "major bribes" and could face up to 15 years in jail if convicted. His sudden arrest has raised speculation about elite power struggles and a crackdown on corruption within the armed forces. The Kremlin and Defence Ministry have not commented.
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Zero tolerance for smuggling, corruption: PM Shehbaz Sharif

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized a zero-tolerance approach towards smuggling and corruption, highlighting the need for collective efforts to combat these issues. He outlined the government's recovery of Rs58 billion in the power sector and its commitment to enhancing tax revenues through system streamlining and anti-corruption measures. Notably, the efforts of the Chief of Army Staff in curbing smuggling and power theft were also commended.
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NAB’s deputy director arrested on corruption charges

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NAB's deputy director, Imran Shaikh, was arrested for allegedly taking bribes in exchange for aiding accused individuals in embezzlement cases. He faces charges of corruption and embezzlement and has been granted a one-day transit remand. In a separate case, 15 suspects, including NADRA officials, were arrested for issuing fake Pakistani passports to Afghan nationals.
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Ex-Sindh text board chairman found involved in ‘corruption’

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The former chairman of Sindh Text Book Board, Agha Siraj Pathan, is under investigation by the caretaker Sindh government for alleged financial irregularities. It's been disclosed that over Rs 10,000,000 was misappropriated from transportation funds during his tenure. Additionally, the board reportedly hired 70 employees without proper contractual agreements, and attempted to invest Rs 500,000,000 in a private bank with public funds, a move halted by the provincial government.