Baidu starts internal probe into 3 top managers

Search engine giant Baidu Inc has been put under the spotlight after local media reported that the group has launched an internal anti-corruption investigation against three of its departmental directors.

Baidu officials admitted that the company was conducting the investigation but declined to offer any details on the inquiries. Additionally, the Internet search company refused to confirm how many staff members were being investigated.

"Internal anti-corruption action creates a fair and transparent working place, and a healthy environment for workers' development," Baidu officials told China Daily in an e-mailed response.