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The Maharashtra Congress launched a statewide protest against the BJP and RSS over alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple. The agitation follows similar protests by Shiv Sena (UBT), with both parties demanding accountability and action over the alleged irregularities 

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust accepted the resignations of Champat Rai and Anil Mishra during a key meeting, appointed Krishna Mohan as acting General Secretary, formed a CEO search committee, and reaffirmed confidence in the ongoing investigation

The BJP, whose rise in national politics is largely attributed to the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, owes the country an explanation over allegations of misappropriation of Ram temple donations and valuables

Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai and other party leaders were prevented from visiting the Ram temple in Ayodhya amid the ongoing donation embezzlement controversy. Rai alleged he was placed under house arrest, while the BJP accused the Opposition of politicising the issue

VHP President Alok Kumar defended Champat Rai over allegations linked to Ram Temple donations, saying the Trust acted promptly to ensure a transparent investigation. He also criticised political leaders demanding Rai's resignation, claiming they followed different standards in similar situations

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said action in the alleged Ram temple donation embezzlement case began immediately after the SIT submitted its report. He said those found guilty would face strict action and would not be given any exemption

Ayodhya Police have arrested all eight people named in an FIR linked to the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram temple. The case follows recommendations by an SIT, and the accused will be produced before a court after preliminary questioning

The SIT probing alleged embezzlement of funds linked to the Ayodhya Ram temple has directed trust officials and temple functionaries not to leave the city. Investigators are also examining land purchases and procurement activities undertaken by the temple trust

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed confidence that the SIT probe into alleged fund embezzlement at the Ram temple in Ayodhya will reveal the truth. He urged people to avoid speculation, promised action against the guilty and criticised opposition parties

All construction work related to the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to be completed by April 30, according to Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Mishra. The project, costing around Rs 1,900 crore, is in its final phase

PM Modi said Ayodhya is where ideals transform into conduct, illustrating Lord Ram’s journey to 'Maryada Purushottam'. At the Ram Temple, he highlighted Sapt Mandir, collective societal strength, and urged all sections of society to work toward building a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "On the way back from Sri Lanka a short while ago, was blessed to have a Darshan of the Ram Setu. And, as a divine coincidence, it happened at the same time as the Surya Tilak was taking place in Ayodhya. Blessed to have the Darshan of both."

Ayodhya's Ram Temple has witnessed a massive influx of devotees on Monday morning, severely straining the city's police and administrative arrangements. By 4 am, the situation escalated as thousands of vehicles were halted 25 kilometres away from the city

In 2024, religious disputes surged across Uttar Pradesh, including violent clashes in Sambhal, and ongoing cases over temple-mosque sites like Gyanvapi and Mathura

The Prime Minister added that it would be a Diwali "when our Ram returns home" and this time the wait is over not after 14 years but after 500 years

Prakash Gupta, the officer in charge of the Ram Temple trust, said that on average, around 80,000 packets of cardamom seeds are distributed daily as a sacred offering

"This time we chose the Ayodhya Ram temple theme so as to give a unique and spiritual experience to the devotees,” said Kallem Niranjan Reddy, president, Balapur Ganesh Utsav Samithi.

The Ayodhya administration has banned sale of liquor and meat items with the 15 km range around the Ram Mandir, which is called the Panch Kosi Marg.

Warner, former Sunrisers Hyderabad player, extended wishes to the people of India, as he wrote along with a picture of Lord Ram on Instagram, "Jai Sri Ram INDIA."

Several popular personalities including actors, politicians and sports persons from both the Telugu States attended the ceremony and sought the blessings of 'Ram Lalla' during the consecration.