MISAPPROPRIATION OF DONATIONS
Congress seeks Supreme Court-monitored probe into Ram temple donation theft case
The Congress has demanded a wider investigation into the alleged theft and misappropriation of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, seeking Supreme Court supervision and public disclosure of all financial records. Citing alleged irregularities and complaints dating back to 2021, party leader Jairam Ramesh questioned the role of temple trust officials and argued that accountability should extend beyond the eight employees arrested in the case.
BJP state president Pankaj Chaudhary criticises Akhilesh Yadav, urges to apologise before Ram temple visit
Pankaj Chaudhary, the BJP president of Uttar Pradesh, has criticised Akhilesh Yadav's planned visit to the Ram temple. Chaudhary urged Yadav to visit and apologise for past incidents involving kar sevaks on December 6. This criticism is part of the BJP's broader strategy ahead of the upcoming 2027 UP polls. Akhilesh Yadav has previously raised concerns over alleged donation irregularities at the Ram temple.
Supreme Court ends monitoring of Ram Mandir donation theft probe after UP files charge sheet
The Supreme Court concluded the court-monitored investigation on the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation theft case. This decision came after the Uttar Pradesh government submitted a charge sheet regarding the allegations. The case involved claims of cash misappropriation by individuals during the donation counting process. The Supreme Court allowed petitioners to assist in the trial court proceedings. The trial court has been directed to proceed according to legal protocols.
Ayodhya Ram temple donation row: SIT chargesheet filed, UP govt tells SC
The Supreme Court recently reviewed a proposal from the Uttar Pradesh government concerning the Ram temple donations. A Special Investigation Team has presented a chargesheet indicating misuse of funds, suggesting some suspects have diverted donations into property investments or banks. The court has permitted writ petitioners to offer assistance in the local trial without rendering any judgment on the case’s merits.
Congress demands SC-monitored probe into Ram temple donation theft case
The Congress intensified its criticism of the Modi government regarding the alleged theft of Ram temple donations. Congress leaders seek transparency and accountability, emphasizing that faith does not justify evading responsibility. They question the investigation process and warn about the mishandling of funds, urging an independent probe under the Supreme Court's supervision. Allegations also include improper audits and missing receipts for significant donations made by devotees.
Ram temple donations pilfered during counting process, 105 instances caught on CCTV: SIT
A Special Investigation Team has unveiled a significant case of embezzlement involving donations meant for the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The investigation has produced a chargesheet documenting 105 instances of illicit cash withdrawal recorded on CCTV. Eight suspects have been apprehended and are in judicial custody, while additional witnesses are being interviewed.
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Ram Temple theft case: Uttar Pradesh to file charge sheet in 2 days, Supreme Court told
The Uttar Pradesh government announced on Monday that it will submit a charge sheet regarding the Ram Temple donation theft case to the Supreme Court. The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Special Investigation Team, which has already apprehended eight suspects linked to the alleged theft. The Supreme Court continues to oversee the investigation's progress and direction.
Ram Mandir donations row: Lawyers' body demands FIR against Champat Rai, Anil Mishra
The Faizabad Bar Association is demanding an FIR against Champat Rai and others for alleged donation irregularities. Lawyers allege government protection for those accused in the Ram Mandir donation case. A delegation met the Senior Superintendent of Police seeking urgent action on their complaint.
Opposition stages walkout in Rajya Sabha
Opposition members staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha on Monday. They were protesting after their attempts to raise issues were disallowed by the Chair. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman moved The Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, for discussion. The Bill seeks to update legal frameworks for bank records in the digital age. The legislation was later passed through a voice vote after brief discussion.
Ram Mandir 'Donation Theft': SC seeks UP SIT report, notice to trust
The Supreme Court requested a status report on the Ram temple donation probe. A special investigation team is currently investigating alleged embezzlement of funds. The court also sought details regarding the composition of this investigative team. Public interest litigations have called for a CBI probe into financial irregularities. Petitioners seek preservation of all relevant financial and electronic records.
Ram temple row: Probe finds donation money distributed on interest, invested in share market
Probe into Ram temple donation theft reveals money invested in share market. Some funds were also lent out on interest by accused individuals. Relatives' bank accounts were used to route several misappropriated transactions. Police have frozen thirty bank accounts belonging to accused individuals' relatives. Investigations also uncovered land purchased with alleged stolen donation money.
Allahabad HC declines to hear PIL seeking probe into 'embezzlement' of donations at Ram temple
The Allahabad High Court has refused to hear a public interest litigation demanding an independent probe into alleged misappropriation of donations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple. The court cited a similar petition already pending before the Supreme Court as the reason for dismissing the plea. The petitioner had sought an investigation into embezzlement and a CAG audit of temple finances. The High Court chose not to delve into the case's merits.
Badrinath, Kedarnath devotees donate Rs 80-85 crore annually, exceeding budgets of several state departments
Devotees' annual offerings at Uttarakhand's Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines, managed by BKTC, are estimated at Rs 80-85 crore, surpassing budgets of several state departments. This significant sum comes to light amid allegations of theft involving donations at Badrinath Dham. The Temple Committee has launched an inquiry and vowed strict action against any guilty parties, emphasizing their commitment to transparency.
RSS can't distance itself from Ayodhya Ram temple donation row, says Congress
In a bold move, the Congress has confronted the RSS regarding its attempts to evade scrutiny over the alleged mishandling of funds at the Ayodhya Ram temple. Party representative Aradhana Mishra underscored the Sangh's connections to pivotal temple officials and questioned the absence of demands for legal action from general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale.
RJD MP Sudhakar Singh moves SC seeking CBI probe into Ram Temple Trust's finances
RJD MP Sudhakar Singh has petitioned the Supreme Court for an independent probe into alleged financial irregularities by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The plea seeks to safeguard public donations and transfer the investigation from state police to the CBI under Supreme Court supervision. It also calls for preserving financial records and a forensic audit of the Trust's accounts.
Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee orders probe into donation misuse claims
Allegations of donation misappropriation at Badrinath-Kedarnath temples have prompted the Temple Committee to launch an inquiry. Chairman Hemant Dwivedi confirmed show-cause notices have been issued to staff involved in counting, and a committee will investigate. He also clarified that no personal secretary is involved, only committee employees. Strict action is promised against any guilty parties, emphasizing the shrine's sanctity and public faith.
'Ram ko loota, desh ko loota': Sibal takes dig at BJP on Ram temple donation theft
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has called for the defeat of the BJP government, accusing them of looting the nation and even Lord Ram, dismissing their "achche din" slogan as false. His remarks come amid allegations of donation embezzlement at the Ayodhya Ram temple, leading to an SIT investigation and the arrest of eight individuals.
'BJP gang won't escape God's audit': Akhilesh Yadav trains guns on Ram Mandir donation row
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP over the Ram Mandir donation row, linking Champat Rai's resignation to alleged financial irregularities. Yadav accused the party of corruption, stating their 'empire of Lanka' built on arrogance is crumbling. He also drew parallels to the NEET-UG paper leak, suggesting more accountability is needed for 'BJP loyalists' and their associates involved in alleged misdeeds.
AAP's Sanjay Singh to submit documents to SIT probing Ram temple donation 'misappropriation'
Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh will appear before a Special Investigation Team on Thursday to submit documents concerning alleged irregularities in Ram temple donations and land deals in Ayodhya. Singh claims to possess crucial evidence regarding the misappropriation of offerings and a land scam. The SIT was recently formed by the Uttar Pradesh government to probe these allegations, and Singh has previously called for an independent investigation.
Ayodhya Ram temple donation case: SIT submits initial findings to UP government
A Special Investigation Team probing alleged embezzlement of Ram temple donations in Ayodhya has submitted its preliminary report to the Uttar Pradesh government. The SIT, formed after allegations of misappropriation, is still gathering facts and aims to present a final report within two weeks. Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant confirmed the submission, stating the report remains confidential. Further investigation in Ayodhya is planned as needed.
Letter petition in SC seeks probe into Ram Mandir donation irregularities
A petition has reached the Supreme Court alleging issues with donations at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir. The plea seeks an FIR and an independent investigation into alleged fund misappropriation. The Supreme Court is urged to ensure transparency and accountability in managing temple offerings. Safeguards for devotees' contributions are also requested.
Court refuses pre-arrest bail to BJP leader Kirit Somaiya's son
The case was registered against the father-son duo on the basis of a complaint filed by a former Army personnel at Trombay police station. Fearing arrest, both had sought pre-arrest bail. Additional sessions judge R N Rokade had on Monday denied any relief to Somaiya, a former MP. On Tuesday, the judge rejected the plea of his son too.
Delhi Police books YouTuber accused of cheating 'Baba Ka Dhaba' owner
According to Delhi Police, on October 31, a complaint from Prasad (owner of Baba ka Dhaba) was received at Police Station Malviya Nagar regarding cheating and fraud against Wasan. A preliminary enquiry was done after which a cognisable offence was registered and an investigation has been initiated.
'Baba Ka Dhaba' row: Youtuber alleges defamation, claims he handed over Rs 3.78 lakh to eatery owner
Nearly a month after his video went viral, 80-year-old Kanta Prasad, the owner of 'Baba Ka Dhaba' in south Delhi's Malviya Nagar, filed a complaint against the YouTuber for misappropriating funds.
Elderly owner of Baba ka Dhaba duped in Delhi?
The south district police has started a probe into allegations by the elderly owner of Baba Ka Dhaba after receiving a complaint claiming misappropriation of funds.
Teesta Setalvad refutes Gujarat police's charge of funds misappropriation
Refuting the allegations, Setalvad said CJP raised money for providing legal aid to victims and its record in this respect is "unprecedented" in India.
Delhi police files closure report in Kiran Bedi cheating case
The investigating officer in the case has submitted in the closure report statements from IT giant Microsoft denying any misappropriation of funds.
Sai temple trustees booked for misappropriation of gold, funds
A case has been registered against seven trustees of the famous Sai Mandir for misappropriation of funds, gold.
Gujarat HC orders probe into collection of funds by ONGC officials
The Gujarat High Court today ordered a probe into the PIL which alleged that some top officials of the ONGC had collected donations worth Rs 3.26 crore from multinational contractors in the name of charity.
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