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 interrogated Avinash Shukla, an accused in the Ram temple donation theft case, in district jail after court permission. Shukla is suspected of manipulating cash records during donation counting.
Two office bearers resigned and eight officials were arrested over embezzlement allegations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple trust. Monthly cash donations range from 40-100 million rupees. The investigation occurs as the ruling party prepares for a crucial election.
Ajay Rai, head of India's Congress party in Uttar Pradesh, claims police detained him at an Ayodhya hotel upon arrival for a temple visit. This occurred amidst a growing controversy over alleged embezzlement of donations to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, a key symbol for the ruling BJP.
Congress claims UP chief Ajay Rai and other leaders were placed under house arrest to prevent their visit to Ayodhya's Ram Temple, amid controversy over temple funds. The party criticized the BJP government's actions as unconstitutional and demanded their immediate release.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray criticized BJP for exploiting the Ram Mandir for political gain, amidst an alleged donation embezzlement case, and accused them of betraying Hindutva ideology.
Eight accused in Ayodhya Ram Temple donation case may face difficulty finding lawyers for defense
Investigators in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case are examining the assets and financial dealings of Anukalp Mishra, a key suspect, to trace a money trail linking him to the alleged theft. His improved lifestyle, recent acquisitions, and a grand religious event's funding are under scrutiny.
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.
Uddhav Thackeray accuses BJP of betraying Hindus after alleged theft of donations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple, vows Shiv Sena (UBT) will lead protests for 'BJP-mukt Ram'
A Special Investigation Team in Ayodhya has found serious embezzlement and mismanagement of donations at the Ram temple, with eight arrests made. The probe revealed lax security, improper key handling, and ignored SOPs, leading to a major controversy.
Eight individuals are accused in the Ram temple cash embezzlement controversy, with specific roles assigned. Ram Shankar Yadav alias Tinnu, driver to Champat Rai, was a key administrator. Subhash Srivastava, a retired banker, supervised counting, while others from a private agency were involved in counting and transport, with some allegedly facilitating fraud.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra called for a transparent investigation into alleged donation irregularities at the Ram Temple, describing the reported theft as the 'gravest sin' and questioning the role of higher authorities. She demanded strict punishment for those found guilty.
An SIT probe into alleged donation theft at Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi temple led to eight arrests and the recovery of over Rs 79 lakh. The accused, including individuals associated with the temple's cash management, were sent to judicial custody, with further investigation expected.
Hidden cameras and CCTV footage analysis led to the arrest of eight individuals accused of embezzling donations at the Ram Temple. Surveillance blind spots were exploited by staff, but hidden cameras captured the alleged theft during the cash-counting process.
Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal alleged a "maha dacoity" at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, accusing the UP government of protecting "powerful demons" involved in the embezzlement of donations. UP CM Yogi Adityanath criticized Kejriwal's visit, linking him to corruption in Delhi.
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 has resigned as General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on moral grounds following allegations of donation embezzlement at the Ayodhya Ram temple. A SIT was formed by the UP government to investigate, and an FIR named a former driver of Rai. Eight accused have been arrested.
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.
Shree Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has filed an FIR with Ayodhya police regarding alleged irregularities in donation money at the Ram temple. Eight individuals, including six involved in fund counting, are named, facing charges of theft, criminal breach of trust, and conspiracy.
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.
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.
