Ram Temple Donation Theft
-
IGP Kiran S to head SIT reconstituted to probe Ram Temple donation theft case
India | Jul 27, 2026, 04:29 PM ISTThe UP government informed the Supreme Court that it has constituted a new four-member SIT, headed by IGP Kiran S., to investigate the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The Court directed the inclusion of a forensic auditor as the fifth member of the SIT.
-
UP govt reconstitutes SIT to probe Ram Temple donation theft after Supreme Court order
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 26, 2026, 07:24 AM ISTThe move comes after the Supreme Court, during the July 13 hearing, directed the Uttar Pradesh government to constitute a fresh SIT under the leadership of a senior IPS officer.
-
First VHP-RSS meeting with Ayodhya saints today after Ram Temple donation theft: What's the agenda
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 23, 2026, 12:54 PM ISTSaints, VHP and RSS leaders will hold their first major meeting in Ayodhya after the Ram Temple donation theft case. The gathering is expected to focus on restoring devotees' confidence, demanding strict action against the accused and discussing key administrative issues.
-
Ram Temple Trust meeting today: What key decisions are expected after donation theft row
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 22, 2026, 11:00 AM ISTA meeting of the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is expected to announce the names of the new General Secretary and trustees. The Trust earlier had 11 permanent members, but three positions have now fallen vacant.
-
SC suggests reconstituting SIT in Ram Temple theft case, cautions against politicising matter
India | Jul 20, 2026, 11:59 PM ISTWhile hearing the Ram Temple donation theft case, the Supreme Court suggested reconstituting the SIT and also cautioned political parties against politicising the matter, saying the court was there only to ensure a proper investigation.
-
Ram Temple Trust resumes donation counting in two shifts with new in-charge
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 20, 2026, 11:43 AM ISTThe counting of offerings at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has resumed in two shifts. New counting in-charges have been appointed and strict security arrangements have been put in place.
-
SIT submits status report in Supreme Court in Ram Temple donation theft case; hearing today
India | Jul 20, 2026, 12:13 AM ISTThe SIT, which is probing the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, has filed its status report before the Supreme Court. The court will now hear the matter again on Monday.
-
Manish concealed stolen money from Ram Temple at Tinu's instructions, probe reveals
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 19, 2026, 01:07 PM ISTTinnu was considered close to former Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai. Maneesh Yadav is Tinnu's nephew.
-
'Your silence is unacceptable': Rahul Gandhi, Kharge write to PM Modi on Ram Temple donations theft
India | Jul 19, 2026, 12:42 PM ISTThe alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations came to light last month, following which the Uttar Pradesh government constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) on June 13 to probe the allegations.
-
SIT to submit interim report on Ram Temple donation theft case to Supreme Court on July 20: Sources
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 17, 2026, 02:08 PM ISTThe SIT investigating alleged financial irregularities in donations received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will submit an interim report to the Supreme Court on Monday, as per sources. The agency has sought more time from the Uttar Pradesh government to file its final report.
-
SIT to submit report on Ram Temple donation theft case likely within 24 hours: Sources
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 16, 2026, 03:49 PM ISTSources have told India TV that the SIT, which was constituted by the Uttar Pradesh government earlier, will submit its report within the next 24 hours. The SIT have found that irregularities in recruitment process was one of the main reasons that led to the theft.
-
UP Speaker clarifies amid row over 'donation stolen wasn't offered with devotion' remark
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 15, 2026, 06:27 PM ISTSatish Mahana has clarified that his controversial remark about the Ram Temple donation theft was aimed specifically at Congress leader Digvijaya Singh.
-
Ram Temple donation theft was suppressed to protect trust's reputation, Tinnu Yadav key conspirator
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 15, 2026, 04:28 PM ISTThe SIT probing the alleged Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft is expected to submit its report after finalising its conclusions and recommendations. Sources say it identifies those responsible for the theft as well as officials accused of negligence.
-
Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, July 13, 2026
India | Jul 13, 2026, 08:26 PM ISTThe Ram Temple Trust has prescribed detailed eligibility conditions for the post of CEO. Applicants must possess at least a graduate degree and should be between 50 and 70 years of age.
-
Ram Janmabhoomi Trust invites applications for Ram Mandir CEO position amid donation theft probe
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 13, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTThe appointment of the CEO is considered a significant administrative step for the management and operational oversight of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, one of India’s most prominent religious institutions. The CEO shall report to the General Secretary.
-
Ram Temple donation theft accused planned heist over calls, fixed roles before duty, say sources
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 13, 2026, 01:24 PM ISTFresh revelations have emerged in the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation theft case as the accused allegedly disclosed how the thefts were planned. The SIT probe has intensified, while the Supreme Court is set to hear petitions seeking a CBI investigation.
-
Supreme Court issues notice to Ram Temple Trust in donation theft case, seeks SIT status report
India | Jul 13, 2026, 01:18 PM ISTThe alleged Ram Temple donation theft has triggered a heated political row in Uttar Pradesh, with the Special Investigation Team (SIT) continuing its probe into the irregularities.
-
OPINION | Is Ram Mandir back on track?
India | Jul 11, 2026, 03:30 PM ISTThe three-member committee headed by retired judge Pradeep Kohli will shortlist the names for the post of CEO of Ram Temple Trust. Responsibilities will be fixed for chairperson, general secretary, treasurer and all trustees in the new deed.
-
Who will issue Ram Temple VIP darshan passes after Champat Rai, Anil Mishra IDs were deactivated?
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 10, 2026, 11:15 AM ISTMahant Dinendra Das has been given the authority to recommend Ram Temple VIP darshan passes after the system IDs of Champat Rai, Anil Mishra and Gopal Rao were deactivated. The change comes amid the ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in the temple's donation and VIP pass system.
-
Money looted from Ram Temple donations was used for share trading and private lending, say police
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 09, 2026, 10:33 PM ISTPolice have frozen 30 bank accounts linked to relatives of the three accused. Preliminary findings suggest that these accounts handled transactions that appeared to be much higher than the account holders' known sources of income, according to police sources.