CBI Trap Nets I&B Ministry Official in ₹10 Lakh Bribery Case
What Happened
The CBI arrested an I&B Ministry Deputy Controller of Accounts after allegedly catching him accepting a ₹10 lakh bribe, routed through his wife, to fast-track a private company's contract renewal. The official had allegedly demanded ₹15 lakh before settling for ₹10 lakh.
Key Takeaways
The arrest highlights ongoing anti-corruption enforcement targeting officials accused of abusing their positions for financial gain.