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Even death does not deter bribe-takers

Posted on May 07, 2012

Only the worst sort of human being refuses to be stirred even in the face of death. Unfortunately, some employees in the sub-registrar offices across… Read more

Ten times the amount for a passport!

Posted on May 03, 2012

One of our respondents from Hyderabad gave us this dismal piece of news that he had to shell out a pricey sum of Rs 10,000 to procure a passport through… Read more

Isn’t this daylight robbery?

Posted on April 29, 2012

Fancy someone examining the contents of your luggage right in front of your eyes and walking away with something expensive you purchased after much… Read more

We will suffer but not pay

Posted on April 29, 2012

Though a minority, the number of respondents who chose to take a stand against bribery is encouraging and inspiring to the rest. This individual from… Read more

Of course, we need to respect rules!

Posted on April 26, 2012

Surprisingly, quite a number of complainants on our site bemoan the fact that they had to pay fines for not adhering to certain rules.  Not purchasing… Read more

Pay bribe, will complete operation

Posted on April 26, 2012

Among the most heart-breaking and unforgettable reports we have encountered is that of a doctor in Amritsar who demanded and got a bribe of Rs 2,000… Read more

Novel bribe demands

Posted on April 26, 2012

The pricey and off-beat items hapless public  all over the country are forced to part with to get things done baffles one with each passing day.… Read more

Mystery Medic

Posted on April 17, 2012

Doctors influenced to prescribe medicines

It is unethical for doctors to accept gifts from medical representatives. Pharmaceutical… Read more

Goa government takes steps to weed out corruption

Posted on April 10, 2012

In a bid to weed out corruption, Goa Government will now maintain a list of tainted officials…

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Corruption has not left the private sector untouched

Posted on April 10, 2012

It is not uncommon for corruption to be equated with the State and the government actors. While all the noise around corruption has been limited to… Read more