The Supreme Court stated that the alleged Ram temple donation embezzlement case should not be politicised, emphasizing its role is to ensure a proper investigation. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is probing the matter, leading to arrests and recovery of funds, with further hearings scheduled.
An SIT is investigating alleged embezzlement of donation money at the Ayodhya Ram temple. Officials may question Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust members. The trust is reviewing cash donation banking and security protocols amid arrests and financial probes.
Multiple Indian temples, including Sabarimala, Tirumala, Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Jagannath, have faced embezzlement and theft allegations involving millions in donations and gold. Investigations and SIT probes have been initiated, revealing lapses in record-keeping and internal controls.
The Supreme Court will hear three petitions on July 13 seeking an independent probe into alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple. The pleas target the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and seek a CBI investigation and forensic audit.
A preliminary SIT report on alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations in Ayodhya points to senior functionary Anil Mishra's failure to enforce safeguards. The report cites nearly 70 instances of alleged pilferage captured on CCTV, implicating six suspects.
Krishna Mohan has been appointed interim general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, replacing Champat Rai who resigned due to alleged donation embezzlement. Mohan vows strict action against the guilty and to restore public trust.
Ayodhya police are intensifying their investigation into alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations. Five jailed suspects were questioned, and deleted CCTV footage reportedly showing cash being concealed in socks and pockets during counting was recovered and is being enhanced.
Avinash Shukla, accused of embezzling Ram Temple donations, allegedly revealed during interrogation that he spent an additional Rs 19 lakh on family and friends, including wedding expenses, personal purchases, and gifts. Police have recovered assets and are examining financial documents.
Lawyers from the Faizabad Bar Association protested, demanding an FIR against senior Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust officials, including general secretary Champat Rai, over alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donation funds. The protest follows an ongoing investigation and previous arrests related to the donation-counting process.
Ayodhya police have recorded the statement of Champat Rai, former general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, as part of the investigation into alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations. Rai had offered to resign, taking moral responsibility for the controversy, which erupted after allegations of donation mismanagement surfaced.
Ayodhya Police are intensifying their investigation into the alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations. Arrested accused Avinash Shukla revealed a method of hiding stolen cash in temple washrooms before smuggling it out. The probe includes CCTV analysis, witness statements, and financial scrutiny.
A private security firm, Sainik Security Services, has denied involvement in the alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations, stating it only provided 22 housekeeping staff to the SBI's Ayodhya branch. Six of the firm's recruits are among eight arrested in the ongoing investigation.
A special investigation team probing alleged embezzlement of donations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple has been granted a 15-day extension. This follows the judicial remand of accused individuals and the resignation of key Trust officials, including Champat Rai and Anil Mishra, who have provided statements.
Ayodhya Police have expanded their investigation into alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations, raiding 8 accused and investigating bank officials for potential collusion in mishandling large cash donations.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati of Jyotirmath questioned the FIR in the alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement, claiming only lower-level employees were named while larger culprits were spared. He criticized the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's management and accused the BJP of "fake Hindutva" amid ongoing controversy and arrests.
Champat Rai and Anil Mishra resigned from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust amid a probe into alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations in Ayodhya. Eight individuals associated with donation counting were arrested, triggering political reactions and calls for accountability.
Eight individuals have been arrested in Ayodhya in connection with an FIR alleging embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple. The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered an impartial investigation, stating that the guilty will face consequences. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) submitted a preliminary report with recommendations leading to the FIR.
An FIR has been filed against eight individuals, including the cash counting in-charge, for alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple. The case was registered following a preliminary report by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to the chief minister.
An FIR has been filed against eight individuals, including Tinnu Yadav and Anukalp Mishra, for alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust lodged the complaint following an SIT report to the chief minister.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government of protecting 'big fish' after an FIR was registered against eight persons for alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. A Supreme Court petition also seeks a CBI-monitored investigation into the allegations.
