Ram Mandir is an under-construction Hindu temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India, at the site of Ram Janmabhoomi, which is believed to be the birthplace of the Lord Rama. The temple construction is being undertaken by Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra. The Bhoomi Pujan ceremony was performed in August 2020 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The temple will have a will be 235 feet wide, 360 feet long, and 161 feet high and will be built in 10 acres and a prayer hall complex will be developed in 57 acres of land.
Inside the temple, the infant form of Lord Ram or Ram Lalla Virajman has presided. The modification and the demolition of the temple have stood as topics of controversy. In the 16th century, the Mughals constructed a mosque, the Babri Masjid which is believed to be the site of the Ram Janmabhoomi.
In 1992, the Babri Masjid was demolished during a political rally, triggering riots in India. Both Hindu and Muslim sides claimed ownership of the site, which led to an eventual lockdown of the area by the government.
On November 9, 2019, a Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi unanimously ruled that the disputed land be given to the Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas for the construction of a temple, and the Muslim side be compensated with five acres of land at a prominent site in Ayodhya to build a mosque.
A special report on Postmortem investigates serious concerns surrounding the safety of young people and women in public spaces across India.
A chargesheet in the Ram Mandir Chanda Chori case has been submitted to the anti-corruption court, naming eight accused who were entrusted with responsibilities at the temple. The chargesheet details a nexus and cites over 200 incidents captured on CCTV footage as primary evidence. Police allege that offering money was systematically removed or aided in removal, noting that accused Avinash Shukla allegedly removed money 85 times and assisted four times, while Karunesh Pandey removed money twice and assisted 68 times.
Hundreds of students from Delhi University colleges, including Lady Shri Ram College and Gargi College, held a massive protest march in the national capital demanding safety and security for women. The demonstration was organized in solidarity with a 17-year-old girl who was allegedly gang-raped near the area after visiting the Kalkaji Mandir on her birthday. Protesters carried placards with slogans against patriarchy and raised chants demanding freedom to walk safely on the city's streets. Many students kept their faces covered during the march to protect their identities amid concerns over college administrative rules barring interactions with the media. A heavy deployment of police personnel and PCR vans monitored the protest as students raised concerns over the lack of adequate security measures for women across the national capital.
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped at gunpoint by three men posing as police officers inside Astha Kunj Park near Kalkaji Mandir in Delhi on 21 September. The victim had visited the temple with a male friend before entering the Delhi Development Authority managed park. Following a police complaint, accused Asif was arrested after being shot in the leg during an encounter near the back gate of Lady Shri Ram College, while co-accused Hemant and Mukesh were also apprehended. Locals pointed out severe security lapses at the park, including missing CCTV cameras, broken or open gates, poor lighting, and absence of active security guards. In response to the proximity of the encounter and escalating safety concerns, LSR suspended offline classes and advised students and staff to avoid the back gate. The incident has triggered sharp scrutiny over civic administration and women's safety across public spaces in the national capital.
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men posing as police officers inside a Delhi Development Authority park near Kalkaji Mandir on 21st September. The victim had visited the temple with a male friend on her birthday before entering the adjacent 154-acre park, where the accused intimidated the duo, restrained the friend, and assaulted the minor. Following an immediate PCR alert, Delhi Police apprehended the three suspects, identified as Asif, Hemant, and Mukesh, noting one as a repeat offender. The incident has triggered massive outrage over severe security lapses, including poor lighting, missing CCTV cameras at entry and exit gates, and having only eight guards per shift for the massive area. The Delhi Commission for Women has sought an Action Taken Report from the police. Nearby, Lady Shri Ram College suspended afternoon classes and shifted guest lectures online after an encounter occurred near its back gate, sparking major safety concerns among students.
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped inside a DDA-managed park in Delhi's Kalkaji area by three men who posed as police officers after she visited the nearby temple with a male friend on her birthday. Following the incident, the victim's friend alerted the police via a PCR call, initiating a probe. The Delhi women's commission took suo motu cognisance, seeking an action-taken report from the police. Safety concerns were raised regarding the park's poor lighting and open gates. Subsequently, Lady Shri Ram College suspended offline classes and shifted to online teaching after a police encounter with an accused occurred nearly 50 metres from the college back gate. The bulletin highlighted that four minors were raped across the national capital within a span of 12 days, raising concerns over women's security.
The Uttar Pradesh government has informed the Supreme Court that the initial chargesheet in the Ram Mandir donation scam case will be filed within two days before the expiry of the 90-day investigation period to prevent the accused from securing statutory bail. Representing the state government, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta submitted a detailed status report from the Special Investigation Team to the Chief Justice of India's residence office. The Supreme Court took note of the sealed status report detailing the analysis of CCTV footage and donation software receipts. The apex court clarified that it will not monitor or take over the investigation, directing the jurisdictional sessions court to proceed with the matter.
The Uttar Pradesh government informed the Supreme Court that the initial charge sheet in the Ram Mandir Chanda Chori case will be filed within two days to prevent the accused from obtaining statutory bail. Appearing for the state, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta submitted a detailed status report from the Special Investigation Team in a sealed cover. The court noted that CCTV footage, material evidence, and software donation receipts are being analyzed, while directing the jurisdictional sessions court to handle the trial proceedings. Meanwhile, a political confrontation erupted in Karnataka over the singing of Vande Mataram. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticized the Congress government after only two stanzas were played in the Karnataka Assembly, prompting opposition BJP MLAs to sing the remaining stanzas on the floor of the House.
On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday, Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju reflected on Modi's leadership style, work ethic, and national security governance.
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 76, celebrations and public service programmes are taking place across India, from Delhi to Gujarat and his parliamentary constituency of Varanasi. The Prime Minister is launching the fifth edition of the SEMICON India event in the national capital, while the Bharatiya Janata Party has initiated the month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan and urged citizens to light an Ashirwad ka Diya. Key political leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah and National Democratic Alliance allies, participate in major events such as the Vadnagar to Varanasi bike yatra and cleanliness drives. The broadcast highlights Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in public life since assuming office as Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001, tracing landmark governance milestones from welfare schemes and Make in India to digital infrastructure expansion and the Viksit Bharat 2047 roadmap.
In an interview, retired military officer and newly appointed Ram Mandir Chief Executive Officer Jeetendra Mishra addressed his new administrative role and future roadmap. Mishra stated that the announcement of his appointment was made on the second of the month and that he has only conducted preliminary introductory meetings so far. He explained that detailing concrete plans at this stage would fall into speculation and that he would be better positioned to answer after a month of taking over officially. Concluding his remarks on the responsibility entrusted to him, Mishra said, 'Jai Shri Ram.'
On Shri Krishna Janmashtami, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced his government's resolve to develop a grand temple complex in Mathura and Vrindavan on the lines of Ayodhya's Ram Temple and Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Dham.
On Shri Krishna Janmashtami, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced his government's resolve to develop a grand temple complex in Mathura and Vrindavan on the lines of Ayodhya's Ram Temple and Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Dham. Speaking during celebrations at the birthplace of Lord Krishna, the Chief Minister stated that efforts are underway to create grandiose premises to ensure devotees face no hurdles. The announcement sparked discussions around the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections and the long-standing Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute involving 13.37 acres of land. In a debate on India First, petitioner's counsel Advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain detailed the legal maintainability and historical documentary evidence regarding the temple's demolition in 1670. Representatives from the Bharatiya Janata Party, Samajwadi Party, and the All India Imam Association presented contrasting viewpoints on the legal proceedings, civilisational faith, historical records, and the broader political narrative surrounding Mathura.
A television news debate examines the political and civilisational dispute surrounding the Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura following remarks made by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sri Krishna Janmashtami. Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Anila Singh asserts that reclaiming the temple site is a constitutional and civilisational right for Sanatanis, declaring, 'The issue of Shri Krishan Janmabhoomi is not an ordinary land dispute but a matter of faith, identity and a resolve of liberation.' Samajwadi Party spokesperson Anurag Bhadouria accuses the ruling party of invoking religious issues near elections to distract the public from core governance topics such as civic infrastructure, schools, employment, and alleged financial mismanagement at temple trusts. Maulana Sajid Rashidi questions the statements made by political leaders ahead of court verdicts, invoking the Places of Worship Act of 1991 and past Supreme Court observations. The debate centers on historical claims regarding Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's 1670 demolition order and ongoing legal adjudication.
A major political debate has broken out over the appointment of retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as the Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
A major political debate has broken out over the appointment of retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as the Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The discussion features sharp exchanges between Bharatiya Janata Party national spokesperson Sanju Varma, Congress spokesperson Pankhuri Pathak, political analyst Ashutosh, and political commentator Sujata Pandey. Congress leaders raised questions regarding the administrative appointment and demanded a forensic audit into allegations of financial misappropriation and donation theft. Defending the appointment, the BJP and panelists emphasized the decorated military career of the former Western Air Command chief and accused the opposition of double standards by highlighting unresolved financial irregularities at the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. Panelists also debated the scope of authority granted to the new CEO to restore institutional transparency and devotee confidence.
The newly appointed CEO of the Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra, has commenced duties by attending his first briefing on administration and accounts at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra office. The former Western Air Command chief and Operation Sindoor veteran stated that his initial priority is understanding his responsibilities before drafting a roadmap. Key challenges outlined include restoring devotee trust following the Chanda Chori controversy, securing offerings, enhancing financial transparency, and upgrading CCTV, security, and crowd management. However, his appointment has triggered political friction. Congress leader Rashid Alvi and MP Imran Masood questioned appointing a military veteran over saints, alleging RSS influence and raising questions over Operation Sindoor. IUML leader Harris Biran termed the move questionable, alleging it serves as a distraction. The Bharatiya Janata Party countered the opposition remarks, accusing critics of having a Dimagi Naxal mindset and insulting the armed forces.
A political row erupted in Punjab after Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha’s name was removed from the draft electoral roll during the Election Commission’s special intensive revision exercise.
The Ram Mandir Trust has appointed retired Air Marshal Jitender Mishra as its first Chief Executive Officer, sparking a sharp political clash. The Congress and its allies questioned the decision, linking it to the Chanda chori controversy and Operation Sindoor, while the BJP defended the decorated veteran. Separately, a political showdown erupted over India's latest GDP growth figures. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the 7.8% quarterly expansion amid global turbulence, the Congress challenged the revised methodology and data credibility. Union Minister Piyush Goyal and Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation Secretary Saurabh Garg rejected claims of data manipulation, defending the robust collection mechanisms and transparency. Meanwhile, in Punjab, a row broke out after Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha's name was removed from the draft electoral roll under the Election Commission's special intensive revision exercise. Chadha alleged political vendetta by the state government, while the Aam Aadmi Party dismissed the charge, claiming he had shifted his residence to Delhi.
The Ram Mandir Trust has appointed retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as its Chief Executive Officer following an extensive review of over 5,500 applications to restore public trust and overhaul temple management after embezzlement controversies. The Congress party questioned the appointment, calling it a conspiracy and linking it to Operation Sindoor, while asking whether the government is hiding information. The selection process aimed to bring in a respected armed forces veteran to rebuild devotee confidence following the 'Chanda Chori' controversy, as the Bharatiya Janata Party questioned the opposition's objections regarding temple affairs.
