The Latest Breaking News from Ayodhya

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…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

Akhilesh Yadav slams 'bulldozer action' in Ayodhya, promises compensation if Samajwadi Party returns to power

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav admonished the recent demolition drive in Ayodhya by the Uttar Pradesh Government and alleged that poor families are being uprooted and deprived of their homes and livelihood. He promised to compensate them if his party returns to power in Uttar Pradesh. Yadav said he never…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra takes charge as first CEO of Ayodhya Ram temple trust

Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (retired) has taken charge as the first CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya. Appointed on September 2, Mishra's selection followed a multi-stage process involving 5,585 applicants. The appointment comes amid an administrative restructuring aimed at strengthening the Trust's functioning.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

Did Common People Speak Sanskrit in Ram’s Time?

Lord Ram and Lord Krishna are heard to speak Sanskrit on TV shows and movies and even in devotional stories. Their books are written in Sanskrit too; hence, it is reasonable to assume that Sanskrit must have been their language of communication as well. However, there is one important point…

MyLifeXP · Sep 14

Why Sage Agastya Gave Rama These Powerful Weapons

What if some of the most powerful weapons in the Ramayana were placed in Lord Rama’s hands long before his final battle with Ravana? During his meeting with Sage Agastya, Rama received extraordinary divine weapons connected with Vishnu, Brahma and Indra. But the real mystery is not simply how powerful…

MyLifeXP · Sep 11

Why Is Lord Ram Worshipped as a King in Orchha?

Imagine entering a temple where Lord Ram is not treated only as a deity, but is traditionally regarded as the king of Orchha. Here, the royal connection is so strong that the temple follows traditions associated with a ruler, including ceremonial honours. This extraordinary tradition belongs to Ram Raja Temple…

MyLifeXP · Sep 7

Ram temple donation theft: Court extends judicial custody of 8 accused

A court in Ayodhya on Saturday extended until September 18 the judicial custody of eight accused arrested in an alleged Ram temple donation theft case, their lawyer said. The accused, linked to the temple’s donation-counting process, were arrested after an FIR was filed following a preliminary SIT investigation.

The Economic Times · Sep 6

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…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Did Ram Really Abandon Sita? The Ancient Story Explained

What if one of the most famous separations in Indian tradition was never described as a divorce at all? The story of Rama and Sita has been told for generations as a story of love, sacrifice, duty and dharma. Yet their later separation raises a difficult question that feels surprisingly…

MyLifeXP · Sep 4

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…

The Economic Times · Sep 3