Ram Temple Donation Theft
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, July 7, 2026
India | Jul 07, 2026, 08:29 PM ISTChampat Rai dismissed the allegations made against him regarding the alleged misappropriation of donations meant for the Ram Temple, stating that the facts would become clear once the Special Investigation Team (SIT) completes its probe and submits its final report.
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'We trusted because SBI was involved: Ram Temple Trust treasurer on donation theft row | EXCLUSIVE
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 07, 2026, 01:15 PM ISTRam Temple Trust Treasurer Swami Govind Dev Giri has attributed the alleged donation theft to SOP violations and excessive reliance on SBI for managing the donation counting process. While defending Champat Rai's integrity, he admitted there was a failure in supervision.
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OPINION | Did Champat Rai's arrogance lead to his downfall?
India | Jul 07, 2026, 11:28 AM ISTThe Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has accepted the resignations of General Secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra following the donation embezzlement case. The Trust has announced administrative reforms, including the appointment of a working general secretary.
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70 thefts in 45 days: SIT preliminary report puts Ram Temple trustee Anil Mishra under scanner
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTThe role of Anil Mishra has come under the scanner after the SIT submitted its preliminary report. It found that there were inadequate checks on movement of cash inside the counting hall and the accused continued exploiting this.
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Ram Temple Trust displays ornaments donated by devotees amid theft allegations | WATCH
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 11:53 PM ISTThe Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has said that it has accepted Champat Rai's resignation amid allegations over theft at the Ayodhya's Ram Temple. It further said it will hold another meeting on July 22 to discuss SIT's findings.
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Who is Krishna Mohan, Ram Temple Trust's interim general secretary set to replace Champat Rai?
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 07:49 PM ISTFollowing the conclusion of its over two-hour meeting, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has announced that Krishna Mohan has been appointed as its interim general secretary, replacing Champat Rai, who resigned amid allegations of theft at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
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Ram Temple theft case exposed BJP's rift, clear division between Centre and UP government: Akhilesh
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 05:22 PM ISTAddressing a press conference in Uttar Pradesh's capital city of Lucknow, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has said that the Ram Temple donation theft case has shown that the BJP leadership is divided, and there is a rift between the Centre and the state government.
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Ram Temple Theft Case: Trust accepts Champat Rai's resignation, to meet again on July 22 | Highlight
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 10:01 PM ISTShri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust chairperson Nritya Gopal Das has said he is "deeply pained" over the alleged theft at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, while hoping for the guilty to be brought to justice and expressing hopes into the investigating that is being carried out by the SIT.
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'Whoever has committed this sin...': Ram Temple Trust chief breaks silence on donation theft case
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 02:56 PM ISTRam Temple Trust president Mahant Nritya Gopal Das has expressed deep anguish over the alleged donation theft and called for strict action against those responsible. His statement comes ahead of a crucial Trust meeting that is expected to decide on the resignations of Champat Rai and Dr Anil Mishra.
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Allahabad High Court rejects plea seeking CBI probe into Ram Temple donation theft case
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 02:07 PM ISTThe petition sought a CBI investigation into allegations of theft and irregularities involving donations collected through the temple's donation boxes.
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Jailed Ram Temple theft accused Anukalp Mishra booked in fresh case; aunt alleges robbery, assault
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 01:46 PM ISTTrouble appears to be mounting for Anukalp Mishra, the accused in the Ram Mandir offering theft case. Now, another case has been registered against him.
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Ram Temple Trust crucial meeting to begin shortly amid donation theft row; here's what's on agenda
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 03:02 PM ISTA major decision is likely to be taken today in connection with the alleged donation theft case at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, as the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting.
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As probe widens, Ram Temple Trust's Monday meeting to focus on Champat Rai's resignation
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 06, 2026, 06:40 AM ISTThe key meeting of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will take place inside the guest house of Ram Temple's premises in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. During the meeting, discussions will be held over SIT's probe and Champat Rai's resignation.
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'Ayodhya a trailer; Kashi and Mathura yet to come,' Uddhav targets BJP over Ram Temple theft case
Maharashtra | Jul 05, 2026, 11:39 PM ISTLaunching the 'Ram Raksha' agitation in Mumbai over the Ram Temple donation theft case, Shiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray has said that he is worried about Mathura and Kashi, while calling for the Hindus to rise against the BJP.
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Ram Temple Trust treasurer says audit system transparent, backs SIT probe amid allegations of theft
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 05, 2026, 05:30 PM ISTIn a statement, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust treasurer Swami Govind Dev Giri Maharaj has backed the SIT amid probe over allegations of theft at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, while stating that the audit system remains transparent.
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Ram Temple donation theft case accused 'extremely scared' as probe widens into key conspirators
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 04, 2026, 08:05 PM ISTSources have told India TV that the eight accused, Champat Rai's trusted aide Ramshankar Yadav alias Tinnu Yadav, are 'extremely scared' after they were arrested in the alleged Ram Temple donation theft case. The police are now trying to find out who the real mastermind is in the case.
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'To break parties...': On Ram Temple theft case, Uddhav's 'Operation Ram Mandir' allegation
Maharashtra | Jul 03, 2026, 07:12 PM ISTShiv Sena (UBT) president Uddhav Thackeray has alleged that the BJP is using the Ram Temple donation theft case as a way to break opposition parties. His remarks come after six of his party's MLAs switched to Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena.
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RSS calls for impartial probe in Ram Temple donation theft case, urges Hindus to exercise restraint
India | Jul 03, 2026, 03:37 PM ISTRSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has called for an impartial probe into the allegations of theft at the Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya, while calling for Hindus to exercise restraint. He also hoped that the SIT will conduct a neutral probe into the matter.
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'Betrayed faith and devotion,' Akhilesh invokes Ambedkar to slam BJP over Ram Temple theft case
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 02, 2026, 06:38 PM ISTSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, addressing a press conference in Lucknow, has alleged that the BJP is trying to suppress the Ram Temple donation theft case, but added that the saffron party will fail to return to power in Uttar Pradesh after the 2027 assembly polls.
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Ram Temple donation probe reveals Varanasi link; outsourcing agency, hiring process under scanner
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 02, 2026, 12:15 PM ISTThe Ram Temple donation theft investigation has uncovered a Varanasi connection, with six accused linked to an outsourcing agency hired through SBI. Investigators are now probing the recruitment process, cash handling system and outsourcing arrangements.