Police turn highway robbers Mr Shakeel was transporting a consignment of silver jewellery and ornaments from Pune to Bangalore when his vehicle was intercepted by four highway police patrol officers at Belgaum. They inspected the contents of the vehicle and were informed that all the required documentation was in order. They nevertheless demanded some $ 45,000 to allow the vehicle to continue on its journey. When the driver stated he was unable to pay, the police officers took over the vehicle and demanded the driver and co driver call the owner of the consignment to demand the money. The alarmed owner contacted the Belgaum police who contrived a set up and trapped the corrupt cops. Among the robber cops was a Sub Inspector of Police. Report dated March 28, 2007 from NRI
India tops charts for bribes In an international survey, over 11,000 executives were asked which nations' businessmen were most likely to offer them bribes when making deals abroad.At the top of the 10 country list was India, followed by China. Saudi Arabia and South Korea came in at ninth and tenth. Least likey to offer bribes are the Swiss and the Swedes. Report dated December 20, 2006 from NRI
