Ram Temple Donation Theft
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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.
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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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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, July 1, 2026
India | Jul 01, 2026, 08:30 PM ISTThe UP government had formed a SIT to probe allegations of improper use of donated funds in Ram Temple. Acting on the findings, an FIR was filed on June 25, which subsequently led to a comprehensive police investigation.
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OPINION | Full story of Ram Mandir loot: Who did it, how much was looted, where has jewellery gone
India | Jul 01, 2026, 05:58 PM ISTThe thieves were clever. They got a whiff of the random frisking in advance. On that day, one by one, they went to the bathroom to hide their bundles of currency notes inside a bag.
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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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Kejriwal targets BJP over Ram Temple donation case: 'Govt must be changed to punish the thieves'
India | Jul 01, 2026, 01:54 PM ISTAAP chief Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP-led governments at the Centre and in Uttar Pradesh of failing to ensure action in the alleged Ram Temple donation case. He also questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his alleged absence from the Ayodhya temple after its consecration.
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Champat Rai grilled in Ram Temple donation theft case; here's what he told police
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 10:51 PM ISTThe statement comes amid growing scrutiny over whether the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust had prior knowledge of the alleged theft. CCTV footage dated June 5 is said to indicate that Trust officials had already detected discrepancies in the donation collections.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, June 30, 2026
India | Jun 30, 2026, 08:13 PM ISTFollowing the findings of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), officials have intensified the probe into the suspected misappropriation of donation funds at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, initiating major legal proceedings and administrative measures.
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OPINION | Champat Rai: Did bloated ego cause his downfall?
India | Jun 30, 2026, 05:31 PM ISTIn a last-ditch effort, Champat Rai had told RSS leaders that the management edifice in Ram Temple could collapse if he was removed from the complex. Still, RSS leaders have already made alternative arrangements.
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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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Ram Temple donation theft probe widens as RMO Arjun Dev transferred after 17 years; 80 under scanner
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 30, 2026, 10:51 AM ISTThe Ram Temple donation theft investigation has intensified after the SIT report, with RMO Arjun Dev transferred after 17 years, eight accused sent to judicial custody and nearly 70 people now under investigation.
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SBI wanted to replace Ram Temple cash-counting staff months before donation theft emerged: Sources
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 29, 2026, 11:10 PM ISTOn Monday, all eight people accused in the alleged embezzlement of donations were remanded to 14 days of judicial custody by a local court. The accused will remain in custody until July 13.
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All eight accused in Ram Temple theft case, including Tinnu Yadav, sent to 14-day judicial custody
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 29, 2026, 04:46 PM ISTAll eight accused in Ram Temple theft case, including Tinnu Yadav, sent to 14-day judicial custody
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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.