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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Interrogation of Anil Ambani Again in RCOM Case

Anil Ambani has been questioned again by the CBI in relation to the RCOM fraud case involving a ₹2,929 crore scam with allegations of fund misappropriation.

Mar 20 • 07:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The European Prosecutor's Office investigates whether community funds were misappropriated for the works on the Adamuz tracks

The European Prosecutor's Office is investigating potential misappropriation of EU funds related to the railway works in Adamuz, Córdoba, which were linked to a tragic train accident.

Mar 20 • 06:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The European Prosecutor's Office opens an investigation for embezzlement in the funds for the works on the Adamuz track

The European Prosecutor's Office has initiated an investigation into the misappropriation of European funds allocated for the maintenance of the railway track in Adamuz, Córdoba, where a tragic train accident occurred, resulting in 46 fatalities.

Mar 19 • 21:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation of the Public Ministry targets two civil servants suspected of diverting funds in company contracts by Agehab

A public operation in Goiás is investigating two civil servants linked to the misappropriation of public funds within the Agehab's contracting processes.

Mar 18 • 15:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF convicts PL deputies for corruption accused of embezzlement of parliamentary amendments

The Brazilian Supreme Court's First Panel convicted two Liberal Party deputies and one former deputy for passive corruption related to the misappropriation of parliamentary amendments.

Mar 17 • 19:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bauru Chamber approves final report of the 'Scrap CEI' on deviations at Emdurb

The Bauru City Council approved the final report of a special inquiry committee investigating the misappropriation of scrap materials by the Municipal Urban and Rural Development Company of Bauru (Emdurb).

Mar 17 • 11:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Kifisia: A 50-year-old man was arrested for illegal possession of antiquities - Parts of amphorae were seized

A 50-year-old man was arrested in Kifisia for possessing parts of ancient amphorae, leading to charges for the misappropriation and violation of laws protecting cultural heritage.

Mar 16 • 18:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Scam in garage: number of victims doubles to 60; police execute search warrants against businessman

The number of victims filing complaints against a garage owner in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, has doubled to over 60 amid allegations of unauthorized car financing and misappropriation, with losses totaling R$ 3 million.

Mar 16 • 15:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Lawyer convicted of misappropriating clients' money in Southern Minas

A lawyer in Minas Gerais has been sentenced to over six years in prison for misappropriating funds belonging to clients.

Mar 13 • 18:12 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Hrönn and Þórir reject major accusations against RIFF

Hrönn Marinósdóttir and Þórir Ólafsson have publicly rejected significant accusations made against the Reykjavik International Film Festival (RIFF) regarding unfair labor practices and misappropriation of resources.

Mar 13 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Investigation into the transfer of 5 million BRL to a football team in TO began after suspicious transactions

An investigation into the alleged misappropriation of over R$ 5.1 million in public funds in Tocantinópolis was triggered by a report indicating unusual banking transactions related to the involved parties.

Mar 12 • 15:56 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pablo Toviggino testifies today before Justice; Javier Milei is already in Chile for the inauguration of Kast

Pablo Toviggino is scheduled to testify in court today regarding allegations of misappropriation of funds from the Argentine Football Association, while Javier Milei attends the presidential inauguration of Gabriel Boric in Chile.

Mar 11 • 11:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Supreme Court offers public companies where Ábalos' ex-partner worked to act as harmed parties in the trial

The Supreme Court of Spain has invited public companies linked to former Transport Minister José Luis Ábalos' ex-partner to participate in a trial regarding alleged misappropriation of funds.

Mar 11 • 09:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF begins to judge PL deputies accused of misappropriation of parliamentary amendments

The Brazilian Supreme Court has initiated proceedings against members of the Liberal Party accused of embezzling parliamentary funds.

Mar 10 • 12:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Ex-army general convicted of misappropriation loses appeal, heads to Supreme Court

Former Major General Umaru Mohammed of the Nigerian Army has lost his appeal against a conviction for financial misappropriation and is set to take his case to the Supreme Court.

Mar 10 • 10:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The General Director of the AFA Refused to Answer Questions

The General Director of the AFA, Gustavo Lorenzo, has declined to answer questions amid legal accusations of misappropriation of employees' pension contributions.

Mar 6 • 20:13 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

The mafia that had a bank, Master, disappeared with the money and bought the Republic

The Master Bank served as a front for a mafia led by Daniel Vorcaro, who is accused of corruption, intimidation, and misappropriation of billions.

Mar 4 • 19:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mayor of Macapá removed by STF was target of PF operation last September; see who he is

The mayor of Macapá, Dr. Furlan, was removed from office by the Supreme Court due to investigations into fraud and public fund misappropriation.

Mar 4 • 13:26 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Corruption in the AFA: 'Chiqui' Tapia's request to annul his interrogation was rejected, and he must appear in court on Thursday

Judge Diego Amarante rejected AFA president Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia's request to annul his interrogation related to an alleged misappropriation of taxes worth 19.3 billion pesos.

Mar 3 • 17:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former mayor investigated for embezzlement of flood funds in RS released after court decision

Former Lajeado mayor Marcelo Caumo was released by Federal Justice after being arrested due to allegations of misappropriation of public funds for flood recovery in Rio Grande do Sul.

Mar 3 • 12:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

New videos from the AFA's Rosadita: the jenga of bills, the circuit through the City, and cash deposits

New evidence has emerged regarding the alleged misappropriation of AFA funds, highlighting the transportation of cash linked to key figures in Argentine football management.

Mar 2 • 20:38 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The details of E. Sabučio's 'cheque' case are shocking: 1.5 tons of fuel and a TV with a sound system

E. Sabutis, a Lithuanian politician, is embroiled in a controversial case involving substantial alleged misappropriation, including fuel and high-end electronics, at a time when he expressed interest in becoming Prime Minister.

Mar 1 • 10:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

TJMG condemns those investigated in Operation Joy Train in Guapé; ex-mayor receives a sentence of 17 years

The former mayor of Guapé, Nelson Alves Lara, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison as part of a corruption investigation involving public resource misappropriation in the municipality.

Feb 27 • 17:35 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Scheme revealed: 50 million hryvnias earmarked for the repair of shell-bombed Ukrainian power plants ended up in the pockets of fraudsters

An investigation has unveiled a corruption scheme involving the misappropriation of nearly 50 million hryvnias intended for the repair of a bomb-damaged power station in Ukraine.

Feb 27 • 10:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

With a Maneuver, Toviggino Managed to Postpone His Indictment for a Week and Requested to Testify by Videoconference

Pablo Toviggino, the treasurer of the Argentine Football Association, has successfully postponed his indictment for a week while requesting to testify via videoconference amid allegations of misappropriation of funds.

Feb 26 • 13:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Fined Council Member S. Berletaitė Receives Reduced Penalty but Loses Mandate

The Lithuanian Court of Appeals has upheld a three-year ban on politician S. Berletaitė from working in public service due to misconduct involving the misappropriation of municipal funds, though her fine was reduced.

Feb 23 • 12:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Political Fund Misappropriation by Saitama Prefecture LDP: Prefectural Chapter Sues Former Secretary General for Damages

The Saitama Prefectural Chapter of the LDP is suing its former secretary general for approximately 30.62 million yen over allegations of misappropriating political funds.

Feb 20 • 11:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Prosecutor has intensified charges against Alytus District Council member G. Jociunskaite, who continues to deny guilt

Alytus District Council member G. Jociunskaite faces intensified charges of organizing crimes related to document forgery and misappropriation of municipal property, which she denies.

Feb 20 • 10:28 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Contract between the Monaco football club and the DRC: the Sports Minister defends 'transparent procedures'

The Congolese Sports Minister Didier Budimbu defends the integrity of his partnership with the Monaco football club amid allegations of corruption and misappropriation of public funds.

Feb 20 • 10:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police Conduct Additional Searches at Saekdongwon Amid Allegations of Subsidy Misappropriation

Police in Incheon are investigating the facility Saekdongwon for alleged misappropriation of government subsidies intended for disabled residents.

Feb 20 • 04:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We are not surprised": how the summons for investigation for Claudio Tapia and Pablo Toviggino was received at the AFA

Claudio Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), and Pablo Toviggino have been summoned for an investigation related to alleged tax misappropriation, a situation that the AFA leadership has expressed little surprise about.

Feb 19 • 20:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Etec Employees Dismissed After Investigation into Misappropriation of Cell Phones Donated by the Federal Revenue

Etec officials in Brazil were suspended following an investigation into the misappropriation of federal cell phone donations.

Feb 19 • 19:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Crime & Justice

Indictment Filed Against Joško Jeličić for Giving False Testimony

The Croatian public prosecutor's office has filed an indictment against former footballer Joško Jeličić for providing false testimony in a trial related to financial misappropriation at NK Dinamo.

Feb 19 • 14:40 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Court rejects protection for former security secretary of Michoacán; was detained for misappropriation

A federal court in Mexico has denied an amparo for former Michoacán security secretary José Antonio Bernal Bustamante, who is imprisoned over allegations of financial misconduct.

Feb 18 • 20:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police targets PL deputy in operation against resource diversion in Amapá

The Federal Police in Brazil launched an operation to investigate public funds misappropriation, targeting Deputy Vinícius Gurgel amid corruption allegations related to infrastructure projects.

Feb 14 • 01:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police investigates alleged misappropriation of public funds in BR-156 works in Amapá

The Federal Police of Brazil is investigating a suspected criminal organization involved in diverting public funds intended for road construction in Amapá during an operation dubbed 'Pedágio 2'.

Feb 13 • 22:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Josh Hawley stands by accusations after fiery Senate hearing clash with Minnesota AG Ellison

Sen. Josh Hawley accused Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison of failing to address allegations of fraud related to a scandal involving misappropriation of federal funds meant for child nutrition programs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Feb 13 • 20:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

G. Panagopoulos: I will not resign as president of GSEE - I have become a prey to tele-judgments

Giannis Panagopoulos refuses to resign from his position as President of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) amid allegations of misappropriation of community funds.

Feb 12 • 11:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CCB quizzes OSOPADEC leadership over alleged N463m misappropriation

The leadership of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission is being questioned by the Code of Conduct Bureau regarding an alleged N463 million misappropriation of funds.

Feb 12 • 04:06 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CCB quizzes OSOPADEC leadership over N400m fraud

The leadership of the Ondo State Oil Producing Area Development Commission (OSOPADEC) is being questioned by the Code of Conduct Bureau over alleged misappropriation of N400 million.

Feb 11 • 18:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

G. Panagopoulos: Press conference on Thursday amid explosive revelations

Giannis Panagopoulos, president of GSEE, will hold a press conference to address allegations of public funds misappropriation amid a growing scandal.

Feb 11 • 09:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

All this could be funded with money swindled from Finns: "Salaries of ministers and assistants, activities of the Security Police, the Parliament's office..."

Finns lost a total of 72.5 million euros to scams in 2025, with fund misappropriation amounting to 9.2 million euros more than in the previous year.

Feb 9 • 19:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

The Panagopoulos Case: Also Under Scrutiny are Relatives of the Involved Parties

The investigation into the misappropriation of over 73 million euros in funds has extended to relatives of those involved, as authorities continue to examine the roles of various individuals and companies in the case.

Feb 9 • 18:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Panagopoulos Dossier, a Resignation Pending and the €230 Million Voucher

A detailed report on money laundering and misappropriation allegations against Greek labor union leader Giannis Panagopoulos is being forwarded to the economic prosecutor, signaling the seriousness of the investigation.

Feb 9 • 04:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

ELTA Briefly: The Deputy Chancellor of the Government – Suspicions in the "Check" Case, Pre-trial Investigation Completed on Human Trafficking and Drugs

The Deputy Chancellor of the Government, Justas Pankauskas, faces suspicions of asset misappropriation and document forgery in the "check" case, while a major pre-trial investigation into slavery and drug trafficking has concluded.

Feb 5 • 16:55 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Trial for fraud – a new confession exposing Vanagas: 'It was bought by a person who represents'

B.Vanagas is on trial for credit fraud involving the misappropriation of European Union funds, alongside G.Mankutė and the National Automobile Club.

Feb 4 • 11:39 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

FGR reactivates investigations against the García Luna clan

The Attorney General's Office (FGR) has resumed its investigation into individuals allegedly involved in the misappropriation of over 5,112 million pesos from federal prisons during the tenure of former Secretary of Public Security Genaro García Luna, with three suspects already detained.

Feb 4 • 09:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

N117bn misappropriation uncovered under Tambuwal – Sokoto panel

A Sokoto State commission has revealed financial irregularities exceeding N117 billion during the administration of former governor Aminu Tambuwal.

Feb 4 • 00:18 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

French prosecutors requested to maintain the 5-year ban on Le Pen's voting and election eligibility

French prosecutors have asked the court to uphold a five-year ban on far-right leader Marine Le Pen due to a scandal involving misappropriation of EU funds and fake parliamentary jobs, potentially barring her from the 2027 presidential elections.

Feb 3 • 18:13 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

The PSOE will expand the harassment complaint against the mayor of Algeciras, who celebrates the case being archived

The PSOE plans to submit additional evidence to their harassment complaint against Algeciras mayor José Ignacio Landaluce, who welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to archive the case against him for alleged public fund misappropriation and abuse.

Jan 15 • 22:45 UTC

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