Ayodhya
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Vinay Katiyar reveals why Champat Rai, Anil Mishra could face jail in Ram Mandir donation theft case
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 03, 2026, 02:52 PM ISTBJP leader Vinay Katiyar alleged that money donated by devotees had been siphoned off and said he had discussed the issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to him, the matter has reached a stage where the law should take its course and those found guilty should not be spared.
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Where did money deposited in bank come from? Ram Temple donation theft accused fails to give answer
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 02, 2026, 09:00 AM ISTRam Temple donation theft: The investigation into the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft case has revealed a significant revelation. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has arrested eight accused who failed to explain the source of the large sums deposited in their bank accounts.
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Ram Temple donation theft probe reveals how cash vanished amid samosa parties in counting room
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 01, 2026, 02:02 PM ISTThe Ram Temple donation theft investigation has uncovered alleged security lapses, food parties inside the counting room and possible procedural failures. Here's what police have found so far, who is under scrutiny and how the alleged theft may have taken place.
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When did the Ram Temple see the maximum 'donation thefts'? Here's what sources reveal
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 01, 2026, 12:16 PM ISTRam Temple donation theft case: The controversy first erupted on June 7 after Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations.
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Three women die, two missing after drowning in river in Ayodhya; CM Yogi expresses anguish
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTBikapur MLA Amit Singh Chauhan said that local divers, villagers, police personnel and the civil administration are jointly carrying out the search operation. He said the rescue effort has been intensified to recover the missing women as quickly as possible.
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Mayawati calls Ram Temple donation theft 'serious and worrying', warns against politicising issue
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 12:02 PM ISTThe controversy over the alleged embezzlement of donations surfaced on June 7. Following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, the Uttar Pradesh government constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) on June 13.
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Champat Rai grilled for 3 hours in Ram Temple donation theft case, left questions unanswered: Source
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 11:20 AM ISTPolice questioned Champat Rai, the former general secretary of the Ram Temple Trust, for about 3 hours in connection with the donation theft case. According to sources, Champat Rai was unable to answer many of the police's questions.
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Lawyers warned of Rs 5 lakh fine as Ayodhya Bar refuses to defend Ram Temple donation theft accused
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 29, 2026, 01:31 PM ISTThe Faizabad Bar Association has resolved not to defend the eight accused in the Ram Temple donation theft case and warned of a Rs 5 lakh penalty for violators. The police investigation continues with fresh statements and searches.
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Supreme Court declines urgent hearing on Ram Temple donation theft case; CBI-SIT probe plea deferred
India | Jun 29, 2026, 11:19 AM ISTThe Supreme Court has refused an urgent hearing on a plea seeking a court-monitored CBI-led SIT probe into the alleged Ram Temple donation theft case. The matter will now be heard by a regular Bench after the court vacations.
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'There was not pressure on Champat Rai to resign': VHP's Alok Kumar on Ram Temple row | EXCLUSIVE
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 28, 2026, 04:53 PM ISTRejecting claims that donations worth thousands of crores had been stolen, Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) International President Alok Kumar described such allegations as baseless and misleading. He said the exact amount involved would become clear only after the investigation is completed.
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Police raid homes of 8 accused, including Tinnu Yadav, in Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft case
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 28, 2026, 10:57 AM ISTRam Temple donation theft case: Police have arrested eight persons in connection with the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft case, all of whom have been remanded in judicial custody till June 29.
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Ram Temple trust chief Champat Rai resigns after 8 arrested in donation theft case
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 26, 2026, 02:35 PM ISTThe developments come after the Special Investigation Team probing the Ram Temple donation theft found an organised network enabling embezzlement and misappropriation of funds and the reverred Hindu shrine. The SIT has also arrested 8 people in this connection.
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Silver 'Kakbhushundi' statue safe in Ayodhya's Karsevakpuram; India TV accesses exclusive photo
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 25, 2026, 05:13 PM ISTSamajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav had on June 7 cited reports claiming that crores of rupees from donations offered at the Ram temple were missing and urged the courts to take cognisance of the matter.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Robbery at Ram Temple, who's name recommended to be in FIR?
Aaj Ki Baat | Jun 25, 2026, 12:08 AM ISTA significant development has occurred regarding the theft of offerings at the Ram Mandir. The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has demanded the immediate registration of an FIR concerning the theft at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
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Ayodhya Ram Temple Case: 3-Member SIT Submits Preliminary Probe Report To UP Government
News | Jun 23, 2026, 06:30 PM ISTThe three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged donation embezzlement case at the Ayodhya Ram Temple has submitted its initial findings to the Uttar Pradesh government.
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How was Ram Temple donation theft uncovered? Details emerge as SIT probe continues
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 22, 2026, 10:48 PM ISTThe revelation of the theft of offerings at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has heated up politics in Uttar Pradesh. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is investigating the matter. Let's explore how the theft of offerings at the Ram Temple was uncovered.
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Haqiqat kya Hai : Ramlala's treasury robbed, big names are sure to be exposed !
Hakikat Kya Hai | Jun 21, 2026, 11:58 PM ISTNow names are going to come out in the Ram Mandir offering theft case, the process of sending them to jail can start from tomorrow.. SIT team from Ayodhya met Yogi Adityanath today. SIT has submitted the preliminary investigation report to Yogi Adityanath.
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Ram Temple donation row: SIT submits preliminary investigation report to CM Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 21, 2026, 11:18 PM ISTThe three-member SIT, constituted by the Uttar Pradesh government on June 13 following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, has been investigating allegations of theft of temple donations.
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SIT asks Ram Temple trust functionaries not to leave Ayodhya as discrepancies found in offerings
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 21, 2026, 06:54 PM ISTRam Temple donation row: The instruction by the three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) was issued before they left for Lucknow on Sunday.
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Ram Temple donation row: SIT finds decisions taken on verbal orders, priests being questioned
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 20, 2026, 01:19 PM ISTThe SIT has found that several people working at the temple were not assigned specific responsibilities through any formal orders. Instead, key functions and day-to-day operations were reportedly being carried out on the basis of verbal instructions.