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Congress leaders slams PM Modi's remarks, say BJP afraid of Rahul Gandhi's outreach to Gen Z

Congress leaders criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks at Shri Ram College of Commerce, accusing the BJP of anxiety over Rahul Gandhi and growing Gen Z outreach. They also questioned Modi’s comments on Congress, his “Dimagi Naxal” jibe and, separately, raised the Ram Mandir donation controversy.

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‘Staged like a script’: New FIR against journalist Abhishek Upadhyay

Independent journalist Abhishek Upadhyay, who runs the YouTube channel Top Secret and has repeatedly highlighted the Ram Mandir donation scam, has been booked in a case registered at the Indirapuram police station in Ghaziabad.

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Congress demands SC judge-led probe into alleged Ram Mandir donation theft

Congress MP KC Venugopal demanded a Lok Sabha discussion on Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation embezzlement. He alleged an organized racket within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Venugopal called for a Supreme Court judge-supervised independent inquiry into the matter. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge also urged Prime Minister Modi to…

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INDIA Bloc leaders hold floor strategy meeting ahead of Monsoon session Proceedings

Opposition INDIA bloc leaders met to strategize for Parliament's Monsoon Session. Congress MPs submitted notices seeking urgent discussions on Ram Mandir donation issues. These notices highlighted alleged theft and financial irregularities concerning the Trust. The government aims to advance its legislative agenda during the session. Parliament anticipates further confrontations as…

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Ram Mandir Donation theft Case: SC seeks SIT revamp, sets July 27 hearing

The Supreme Court has ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to restructure the SIT investigating financial discrepancies. A senior IPS officer with extensive experience is preferred to lead this crucial investigation. The SIT has submitted a status report to the Supreme Court regarding the Ram Mandir donation theft. Eight individuals have…

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"Ask DMK why they are doing flip-flop": Congress' Karti Chidambaram on party's stand on delimitation bill

"You have to ask the DMK for its reasons why they are doing a flip-flop. In my opinion, they are being enticed with this One Nation One Election. They are in a little bit of urgency to have another election. But all I can tell you is if the DMK…

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UCC should unite society, not create bitterness: Congress leader Digvijaya Singh

Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh discussed the Uniform Civil Code's implementation. He stated the Animal Husbandry Department controversy proved corruption had occurred. Singh supported his padyatra and urged public participation against donation theft. He also commented on the Ram Mandir donation dispute and SIT probe. The SIT must record statements…

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INDIA bloc to raise Ram temple, NEET paper leak issues in Monsoon session: RJD's Sudhakar Singh

The INDIA bloc plans to confront the government on key issues during the upcoming Parliament session. They will raise concerns about the Ram Mandir donation case and the NEET examination paper leak. Opposition parties also intend to resist alleged BJP efforts to engineer defections and weaken rivals. This strategy aims…

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Mamata Banerjee lost cool and slapped her party worker: BJP MP Raju Bista

BJP MP Raju Bista alleged Mamata Banerjee slapped a party worker during a protest march. Mamata Banerjee addressed a rally concerning a girl's rape and murder. She accused police of failing to ensure security and allowing violence. The former Chief Minister questioned the police's role in maintaining law and order.…

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'Dissolve Ram Mandir trust': Ex-Ram Lalla litigant Dharmdas amid donation probe

A former litigant for Ram Lalla, Mahant Dharmdas, has called for the dissolution of the Ram Mandir trust and the registration of all donated assets in the Deity's name amid an embezzlement probe. He expressed faith in the SIT's investigation, which has been granted a 15-day extension. Police have also…

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"Money siphoned off": BJP leader Vinay Katiyar says Champat Rai, Anil Mishra could soon face jail in Ram Mandir embezzlement case

"The SIT team investigating the alleged misappropriation of funds donated to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple has extended its tenure by 15 days. The investigation is on its second day," he said.

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SIT in Ram Mandir embezzlement case intensifies probe, UP Police question accused Avinash Shukla

A Special Investigation Team is intensifying its probe into alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram temple, with a 15-day extension granted for a comprehensive inquiry. Accused Avinash Shukla, involved in counting offerings, is currently being questioned. The controversy erupted after allegations of misappropriated funds, leading to an FIR and…

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Ram Nivas temple head levels shrine grab charge against Champat Rai; Akhilesh Yadav seeks probe

A priest from a centuries-old temple near Ayodhya's Ram Mandir has accused Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai and his associates of illegally seizing control of the shrine using forged documents. Hari Shankar Safariwala claims the temple, valued at Rs 50 crore, has been under their…

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'BJP looted Ram Mandir more than Ghaznavi': UBT Sena MP Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has accused the BJP of "Ram-droh" (treason against Lord Ram) over alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations, comparing it to historical temple lootings. He linked this to the alleged house arrest of UP Congress chief Ajay Rai, suggesting Rai was stopped from exposing corruption.

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Accused in Ram Mandir donation theft facing legal, social consequences: BJP

Accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation theft face legal action and social boycott, reflecting Hindu society's sentiments. The Faizabad Bar Association resolved not to represent the eight arrested individuals, imposing a hefty penalty for violations. BJP highlighted this as a powerful message against betraying faith, while also criticizing opposition…

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Ram Mandir donation case: 8 accused to appear before Ayodhya court today; Bar Association to decide on defending them

Ram Mandir news: Eight individuals accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case are set for judicial custody proceedings today in Ayodhya. The local bar association is deliberating whether its lawyers will represent the accused, with a decision expected to favor the temple's interests. An FIR was registered following…

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'Was CM setting record of Ayodhya visits to oversee ongoing thefts?': Akhilesh Yadav targets Yogi Adityanath over Ram Mandir donation row

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's frequent visits to Ayodhya, suggesting they might have been to oversee alleged temple donation thefts. He also criticized the pace of development in Ayodhya and highlighted recurring exam paper leaks, blaming the BJP government for administrative failures and…

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'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…

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Amid Ram Mandir donation row, Tirupati Balaji Temple turns to ICAI to overhaul accounting system

Following allegations of a donation scam at Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is overhauling its financial systems with the help of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). ICAI aims to implement a new, modern accounting and audit framework within 100 days, using an ERP platform. This…

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What This Young German Boy Said After Visiting Ram Mandir Is Going Viral

In a place where devotion runs deep and emotions are often intense, something unexpectedly simple caught everyone’s attention. A young boy from Germany visited Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, and instead of saying something elaborate or dramatic, he shared a quiet, honest reaction. Yet, that moment didn’t stay small. It spread…