The story so far
Ram Temple Donation Theft
Tracked across 7 sources · Updated 2h ago
The UP government reconstituted the SIT to probe alleged theft of Ram Temple donations, following Supreme Court orders. The SC directed the SIT to submit a status report and include a forensic auditor. The temple trust appointed its first secretary, Jagdish Aphale, amid the controversy. Opposition MPs protested in Parliament, staging a skit.
How it unfolded
3d ago
Opposition stages skit in Parliament over donation theft
4d ago
Opposition seeks debate on alleged financial irregularities
5d ago
Ram Temple trust appoints Jagdish Aphale as secretary
6d ago
Supreme Court stresses speedy, impartial probe
27 Jul 2026
SC suggests including forensic auditor in SIT
27 Jul 2026
SC directs SIT to submit status report in two weeks
26 Jul 2026
UP reconstitutes SIT in Ram temple donation theft case
What happened earlier
Latest updates
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Full story →BJP slams Rahul Gandhi's Parliament protest for hurting Hindu sentiments
BJP spokesperson C R Kesavan criticised Rahul Gandhi over a Parliament protest skit, alleging it demeaned Hindu faith.
The skit featured MP Pappu Yadav wearing saffron robes, which BJP leaders said mocked Hindu Dharma.
BJP leaders filed police complaints against opposition figures, accusing them of outraging religious sentiments.
Earlier · 26 Jul 2026
Full story →UP govt reconstitutes SIT in Ram temple donation ‘theft’ case after Supreme Court order
UP government reconstituted the SIT probing alleged theft of cash donations at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya after a Supreme Court order.
The new SIT is headed by inspector general (Lucknow range) Kiran S, replacing the earlier panel led by IAS officer Vijay Vishwas Pant.
The reconstituted SIT includes DIG (Ayodhya) Somen Barma and SSP (Ayodhya) Gaurav Grover as members.
The SIT is expected to submit its first progress report to the Supreme Court on July 27.
The case involves an FIR against eight people for allegedly siphoning off donations; all have been arrested.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →Ram Temple donation 'theft' case: SC tells SIT to submit status report within 2 weeks
The Supreme Court directed the Special Investigation Team probing the alleged theft of offerings at the Ayodhya Ram Temple to submit a status report within two weeks.
The court issued the direction while hearing petitions seeking a court-monitored investigation into the theft case.
The Uttar Pradesh government will add a forensic auditor to the SIT, which currently comprises three IPS officers.
Earlier · 6d ago
Full story →'Appoint Chartered Accountant To Ram Temple SIT': Top Court To UP Government
Supreme Court directed UP government to appoint a chartered accountant to the SIT investigating Ram Temple donation counting.
Eight individuals involved in counting donation money at Ram Temple have been arrested.
The order aims to ensure transparency in the investigation of fund handling.
Earlier · 3d ago
Full story →Who is Jagdish Aphale? IIT Bombay alumnus appointed as Ram Temple Trust secretary
Jagdish Aphale, an IIT Bombay alumnus and civil engineer, was appointed secretary of the Ram Temple Trust.
Aphale resides in Pune and trained as a civil engineer.
