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Responsibility of Ram temple now on my shoulders: Trust CEO Jeetendra Mishra

Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has officially assumed the role of the inaugural chief executive officer of the Ram temple trust, shouldering the significant task of temple administration. Following an administrative revamp by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, his leadership is pivotal for enhancing both the operational and financial…

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Ram temple trust's new CEO holds first meeting with members in Ayodhya

Air Marshal (retd) Jeetendra Mishra attended his first meeting as the Ram temple trust's new chief executive officer. He was briefed on the trust's accounting and administrative arrangements at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Kshetra office. The trust members formally introduced themselves to the new CEO during this introductory meeting. New…

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Ram Temple donations row: SC asks SIT to conclude probe expeditiously, file status report

The Supreme Court has directed an SIT to expedite its investigation into alleged donation embezzlement. This probe focuses on the Ram temple in Ayodhya and aims for a swift conclusion. The SIT must file a sealed status report detailing its progress to the court. The court will consider suggestions for…

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Rahul Gandhi questions Amit Shah’s competence, targets PM Modi over Parliament absence

Rahul Gandhi condemned the use of force against protesting students in Jharkhand. Gandhi stated that peaceful protests should not be met with violence. He also criticized Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister for their silence. Gandhi further alleged theft from the Ram Temple and demanded an apology.

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Raj Thackeray alleges Rs 18 crore donations 'stolen' from Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple annually

Raj Thackeray alleged significant theft of donations at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple. He also claimed substantial funds were stolen from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Nine employees were arrested in connection with the Siddhivinayak Temple donation theft. The temple trust chairman stated income has significantly increased recently. Investigations are ongoing for…

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Parliament adjourned for the day amid Opposition protests

The Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day after Opposition members raised slogans. Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge was permitted to speak by the Chairman. However, no notices under Rule 267 were admitted for discussion. Opposition members protested paper leaks and alleged theft from the Ram Temple. Union Minister Shivraj Singh…

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Ayodhya seers, VHP to chart Ram Temple roadmap amid donation row, focus on Ramanandi traditions

Ayodhya seers and VHP members will meet Thursday to discuss the Ram Temple's future. Discussions will focus on preserving traditional religious practices and rebuilding devotee confidence. This meeting follows the Trust deferring key decisions on leadership and trustee appointments. Participants will also consider social boycotts for those defaming the Trust.…

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Retired bureaucrats dominate applicants for Ram temple trust's first CEO post

Retired bureaucrats are applying for the new chief executive officer position. This recruitment follows allegations of donation embezzlement at the Ram temple. An expert panel will screen applications and recommend suitable candidates. The Trust will make the final appointment after restoring its full membership. The new CEO will oversee financial…

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May rethink over Delimitation Bill if Opposition's amendments incorporated: Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut stated opposition to the Delimitation Bill. He indicated potential support if amendments are incorporated by the government. Raut also addressed allegations of embezzlement at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He questioned Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding temple donation theft. Concerns were also raised…

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Supreme Court seeks status report from UP SIT on pleas seeking probe into Ram temple donations 'theft' row

The Supreme Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh Special Investigation Team to submit a status report. This probe concerns alleged embezzlement of donation money at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The court also issued notices to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Several pleas seek a fair and time-bound…

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Ram temple row: VIP darshan pass IDs of Champat Rai, Anil, Gopal blocked amid probe

Digital IDs of former Ayodhya temple officials have been deactivated by the trust. This action aims to curb alleged irregularities in issuing preferential entry passes. The move follows an ongoing investigation into financial irregularities at the Ram temple. Some associates of former officials are also under scrutiny for alleged illegal…

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Be it NEET or Ayodhya, BJP’s accountability problem is getting harder to hide. Media must keep asking

Accountability and corruption. These two words are now haunting the Modi government. Not just because of the ongoing protests by the Cockroach Janta Party and its followers in New Delhi demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the leak of the NEET examination papers. The bigger story…

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Ram temple row: Congress slams BJP-RSS for 'whitewashing theft', calls for making details of donations public

Congress leaders accuse the BJP-RSS of attempting to conceal donation theft at the Ram Temple. They demand the dissolution of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. A Supreme Court-supervised probe into all donations is also being requested by the party. The temple trust accepted resignations amid the ongoing donation…

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Ram Temple trust clears former secretary Champat Rai of wrongdoing

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust found no wrongdoing by former General Secretary Champat Rai. All gold and silver donations made to the Ram Temple are safe and fully accounted for. Keshav Mohan has been appointed in place of Champat Rai to oversee the Trust's functioning. This follows a…

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Pot calling the kettle black: Cong slams VHP letter to police on claims made by opposition leaders on donations

The Congress party has strongly criticized the VHP's request to the Ayodhya police to question opposition leaders regarding alleged donation theft at the Ram temple. Congress leaders described the VHP's move as "the pot calling the kettle black," accusing the organization of attempting to deflect from its own past controversies…

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Wedding expenses, car purchase among Rs 19 lakh spending disclosed by Ram Temple donation theft accused

Fresh financial leads have emerged in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case. Accused Avinash Shukla reportedly revealed an additional Rs 19 lakh in spending during interrogation, including significant amounts distributed to family and friends, and personal purchases like a car. Police are examining land deals and bank accounts, with legal…

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Ram temple donation probe finds accused built houses, bought SUVs on modest salaries

Investigators uncover a significant financial discrepancy at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, with accused individuals showing assets far exceeding their known incomes. Allegations point to daily siphoning of ₹6-8 lakh from donations. Concerns were reportedly raised months prior, but no FIR was filed initially. CCTV footage and discrepancies in donation…

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'Vote chori, seat chori, chanda chori' is BJP's three-pronged strategy: Congress over Ram Temple row

The Congress has accused the BJP-RSS of a "chanda chori" (donation scam) at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, alleging thousands of crores were siphoned off. Party leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the Prime Minister and Home Minister's silence on the matter, calling the RSS statement on the issue "disgraceful." An FIR…

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Arvind Kejriwal leaves 'mysterious' information for tomorrow after questioning why didn't Amit Shah visit Ram Temple

Arvind Kejriwal has questioned Union Home Minister Amit Shah's absence from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, alleging the BJP uses Lord Ram for votes but fails to visit the shrine. Kejriwal pointed out that despite the temple's establishment, Shah has not visited, posing several questions about his faith and intentions.…

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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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Ram Temple Trust will meet on July 7 to decide future action: VHP chief

The Ram Temple Trust is set to meet in Ayodhya on July 7 to tackle the fallout from the resignations of two prominent officials amid troubling allegations of donation mismanagement. VHP chief Alok Kumar voiced hopes for appointing a new CEO to efficiently oversee temple activities, underlining the critical need…

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SIT an eyewash, formed to protect the powerful: Arvind Kejriwal on Ram Mandir donation probe

Arvind Kejriwal has labelled the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Ram Temple donation scam as an "eyewash" and legally invalid. The AAP leader, en route to Ayodhya, alleged the SIT aims to shield influential figures rather than uncover the truth behind the reported theft of donations, including cash and…

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‘They’re playing with faith’: Complainant claims Ram Temple SIT is an eyewash

The controversy surrounding the alleged embezzlement of donations made to the Ram Temple in Ayodhya continues to deepen.

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Status of over 40-kg silver donated to Ram temple not known: Jewellers association north India head

A Lucknow-based jeweller has stated he is unaware of the whereabouts of a three-kilogram silver lamp he anonymously donated to the Ram temple. He also confirmed the India Bullion and Jewellers Association donated 39.26 kg of silver items. The jeweller expressed faith in the temple trust amidst allegations of fund…

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Ram temple donation row: Akhilesh intensifies attack on BJP, adds 'land grab' charge

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has intensified his criticism of the BJP regarding the Ram temple donation controversy. He has raised concerns about the transparency of donation management and alleged land-related irregularities in Ayodhya. A Special Investigation Team is currently probing these allegations. The trust has denied any wrongdoing.

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