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Her campaign paved the way for landmark clean water laws | World News Purnia MP Pappu Yadav staged a protest on the Parliament premisesSaffron-clad Pappu Yadav, opposition stage Ram Temple donation theft skit in ParliamentPurnia MP Pappu Yadav staged a protest on the Parliament premisesSaffron-clad Pappu Yadav, opposition stage Ram Temple donation theft skit in ParliamentPurnia MP Pappu Yadav staged a protest on the Parliament premises12 NEW DELHI: NEW DELHI: The Parliament complex turned into the scene of a political street play on Friday after a saffron-clad Independent MP Pappu Yadav along with other opposition MPs staged a symbolic protest over the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Samajwadi Party MPs Awadhesh Prasad and Dharmendra Yadav, and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha MP Mahua Maji were among those who participated in the protest at Makar Dwar.The opposition also targeted Union home minister Amit Shah over the alleged police action against students during the July 20 NEET-UG protest, demanding his resignation and questioning his absence from Parliament.Holding placards and a large banner reading “Amit Shah Sadan Se Gayab Kyun?”, the MPs raised slogans including “Amit Shah istifa do,” “Amit Shah sadan mein aao,” “Chadhawa chor, gaddi chhod,” and “Jawab tumko dena hoga.”Ram Temple donation skitAs part of the protest, Pappu Yadav, whose real name is Rajesh Ranjan, portrayed a temple priest carrying a photograph of Lord Ram and sitting beside donation boxes.The symbolic performance unfolded like a street play. opposition MPs acted as devotees and placed money into the donation box.In a dramatic twist, Yadav was seen slipping the money into his pocket instead, symbolising the Opposition’s allegation of theft of Ram Temple donations.In videos ciculating online, Rahul Gandhi can be also seen putting money into the donation box.An MP playing the role of a devotee then confronted the “priest” over the alleged act. The “priest” denied any wrongdoing before theatrically fleeing the scene, drawing attention to the Opposition’s allegations through satire.The INDIA bloc said the protest was aimed at highlighting the alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations and demanding accountability from the Centre.Opposition steps up attackThe protest came as the opposition continued to press the government over two issues, the alleged theft of donations at the Ram Temple and the alleged use of excessive force against students protesting over the NEET-UG paper leak.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe opposition demanded that Amit Shah address Parliament and answer questions over the July 20 police action against student protesters.The protest comes days after the Supreme Court was informed that the Uttar Pradesh government had constituted a fresh Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by Inspector General of Police Kiran S, to investigate allegations of embezzlement of donations.Taking note of the government’s submission on July 27, the apex court directed the SIT to file a status report within two weeks. The bench also ordered that a forensic auditor be associated with the investigation, observing that the allegations involve possible misappropriation of trust funds.Meanwhile, proceedings in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day amid continued sloganeering and protests by opposition members.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorKanchan YadavKanchan Yadav is a writer at The Times of India, where she covers business, politics, international affairs and social issues. Her reporting also focuses on policy, governance and economic developments, with a close lens on how decisions in corridors of power affect everyday lives and community well-being.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue IdentitySonam Wangchuk Praises Vande Bharat Train; Reminds Govt To Honour Vow Made To Protesting Students123PhotostoriesAnanya Panday’s peacock blue Gauri & Nainika gown is the luxe fashion moment everyone will rememberWhat Lord Shiva teaches you based on your birth dateBefore you throw out old glass jars, try these 7 DIY ideas for your kitchen, garden, and homeChef reveals the healthy salad recipe that President Droupadi Murmu asked her team to master10 tiny texting habits that quietly push people away without you realizing it10 foods that are traditionally avoided during the month of Sawan in IndiaThese 9 historic villages have survived wars, empires and centuries; yet visiting them feels like stepping into a storybookPowerful Shiva mantras you can chant for good luck based on your birth numberDR Congo Ebola second-deadliest outbreak: Death toll passes 1500; why it’s spreading so fast, the warning signs, and the vaccine challengeSawan 2026 daily rituals based on your date of birth123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardNEET selective edit windowCommonwealth Games LiveUS work permit feeE20 petrol debateAssam floodsKanwar Yatra 2026Top TrendingSaurav DasCJP ProtestJaisalmer Military Station AccidentKolkata Police New UniformDehradun Teacher SuicideAbhijeet DipkeRuchika SinghShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up Tamil Nadu Class 12 supplementary result 2026 out at tnresults.nic.in: Direct link to download HSC marks memo here Aarti shares cryptic post amid divorce battle with Ravi Mohan: ‘If anyone says they’ll heal you, Show them the door with your heels’ Bay leaves, cinnamon, and cloves: DIY organic room freshener you can make with 3 ingredients found in every Indian kitchen | Shani Vakri 2026: Zodiac Signs Who Should Avoid Wearing Black Thread Variable Cycle Engines: The force behind 6th-gen fighter jets Indian national in US on visitor visa jailed for $3.7 million fraud scheme targeting elders | World News NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday granted interim protection from arrest to DMK leader and former Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji in the alleged TASMAC corruption case. The court directed Balaji to deposit his passport, cooperate with the investigation and refrain from influencing witnesses while granting him relief.A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi stayed the operation of FIR No. 05 of 2026 and issued notice to the Tamil Nadu government on Balaji’s plea challenging the Madras high court’s refusal to grant anticipatory bail.”Subject to the petitioner fully cooperating with the probe, his arrest shall remain stayed. He is directed to deposit his passport with the Investigating Officer. FIR No. 05 of 2026 dated July 8 shall remain stayed. He shall not attempt to influence witnesses,” the Bench directed, ANI reported.The FIR was registered by the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) following the Madras high court’s refusal to grant anticipatory bail to Balaji in the alleged TASMAC scam involving purported irregularities in the allotment of liquor shops and bars.During the hearing, the Supreme Court questioned whether the police should have conducted a preliminary enquiry before registering the FIR, observing that it appeared to be based largely on an affidavit filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).The Bench also noted that the allegations primarily related to the period between 2020 and 2021 and observed that Balaji was no longer a minister.”He is no longer a Minister,” the Court remarked, adding that “if an independent investigation found him guilty, he is bound to face consequences.”Senior advocate Amit Anand Tiwari, appearing for Balaji along with senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Mukul Rohatgi, argued that custodial interrogation was unnecessary.”Our contention is that the FIR is for the incident said to have taken place between 2021 and 2025. I am at no flight risk; no custodial interrogation required. I was the minister in the department and TASMAC is a corporation independent in existence and functioning,” Tiwari submitted, according to PTI.Balaji also contended that the FIR substantially reproduced the Enforcement Directorate’s affidavit and petition filed before the Supreme Court.”In fact, the FIR itself at various places says that it is from the counter affidavit and petition of the ED,” his plea stated.Opposing the plea, the Tamil Nadu government argued that Balaji continued to wield considerable influence despite no longer holding office.”From 2021 to 2025, he was in power and did not let any complaint sustain against him. We will have a problem if the evidence goes away. Considering the kind of scam that has happened and his antecedents–there are at least six serious cases,” the prosecution submitted.The State further argued, “Even if he is not in power, he is able to carry on the influence.”Justice Bagchi, however, said the State’s concerns could be addressed by imposing appropriate safeguards.”He is not going to abscond, as you say. We will ensure that he does not abscond, participates in the investigation and does not interfere with the probe. If there is any breach, we will interfere,” Justice Bagchi observed.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesChief Justice of India Surya Kant also stressed that the investigation should proceed independently.”Hold an independent probe. If he is guilty, he will face…” the Chief Justice observed.While granting interim protection, Justice Bagchi cautioned Balaji’s counsel that any violation of the conditions would invite immediate action.The Supreme Court’s order came a day after senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Mukul Rohatgi sought an urgent hearing, arguing that Balaji faced imminent coercive action following the Madras high court’s refusal to grant anticipatory bail.The case stems from allegations of a large-scale cash kickback scheme in TASMAC involving the allotment of liquor shops and bars.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue IdentitySonam Wangchuk Praises Vande Bharat Train; Reminds Govt To Honour Vow Made To Protesting Students123PhotostoriesAnanya Panday’s peacock blue Gauri & Nainika gown is the luxe fashion moment everyone will rememberWhat Lord Shiva teaches you based on your birth dateBefore you throw out old glass jars, try these 7 DIY ideas for your kitchen, garden, and homeChef reveals the healthy salad recipe that President Droupadi Murmu asked her team to master10 tiny texting habits that quietly push people away without you realizing it10 foods that are traditionally avoided during the month of Sawan in IndiaThese 9 historic villages have survived wars, empires and centuries; yet visiting them feels like stepping into a storybookPowerful Shiva mantras you can chant for good luck based on your birth numberDR Congo Ebola second-deadliest outbreak: Death toll passes 1500; why it’s spreading so fast, the warning signs, and the vaccine challengeSawan 2026 daily rituals based on your date of birth123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardNEET selective edit windowCommonwealth Games LiveUS work permit feeE20 petrol debateAssam floodsKanwar Yatra 2026Top TrendingSaurav DasCJP ProtestBengaluru Student Protester AssaultKolkata Police New UniformDehradun Teacher SuicideAbhijeet DipkeRuchika SinghShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up UP Police Constable Result 2026 declared at uppbpb.gov.in; check merit list PDF and next steps here ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ trailer to release on August 11 ahead of September 4 debut featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Shweta Tripathi | A 14-year-old Montana boy brought his rodeo lasso on a family camping trip; hours later, he used it to save a drowning man NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday granted a divorce to Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah after being informed that he and his estranged wife Payal Abdullah, had resolved their matrimonial dispute through mediation.The top court was told that the couple had agreed to part ways amicably and had jointly filed an application under Article 142 of the Constitution, seeking dissolution of their marriage by mutual consent.Appearing for the parties, senior advocate Kapil Sibal informed a bench comprising Justice P S Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe that the dispute had been settled.”The parties have embraced freedom. Article 142 filed, my lords may grant divorce,” Sibal submitted, as per Live Law. The bench was also informed that the joint application seeking divorce by mutual consent had been filed on July 22.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorKanchan YadavKanchan Yadav is a writer at The Times of India, where she covers business, politics, international affairs and social issues. Her reporting also focuses on policy, governance and economic developments, with a close lens on how decisions in corridors of power affect everyday lives and community well-being.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’My Father Was Almost Lynched’: Injured Delhi Cop’s Daughter Emotional Appeal After Violence | Watch’Cracks Appeared Hours Before Collapse’ Rescue Teams Search For Survivors In Maharashtra’s BhiwandiCJP’s Saurav Das Says Abusive Remarks Deserve Defamation Cases, Not Criminal Prosecution | WatchRajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Law As PM Modi Vows Zero Tolerance Against Exam MafiasPM Modi Releases New Selfie Video On Instagram As Rajya Sabha Clears Anti-Paper Leak BillAfter ‘Gau-Mutra Expert’ Remark, Priyanka Gandhi Gets Scathing Open Letter From 200+ Academicians‘Cut Shudra’s Tongue If…’: Kharge Quotes ‘Translated Manusmriti’ In RS; Sudhanshu, Nadda Hit BackAssam Flood Death Toll Rises To 78 As Over Three Lakh Remain Affected Despite Receding WatersHockey India’s Saffron Jersey Sparks Massive Row As Olympians, Critics Question Iconic Blue IdentitySonam Wangchuk Praises Vande Bharat Train; Reminds Govt To Honour Vow Made To Protesting Students123PhotostoriesAnanya Panday’s peacock blue Gauri & Nainika gown is the luxe fashion moment everyone will rememberWhat Lord Shiva teaches you based on your birth dateBefore you throw out old glass jars, try these 7 DIY ideas for your kitchen, garden, and homeChef reveals the healthy salad recipe that President Droupadi Murmu asked her team to master10 tiny texting habits that quietly push people away without you realizing it10 foods that are traditionally avoided during the month of Sawan in IndiaThese 9 historic villages have survived wars, empires and centuries; yet visiting them feels like stepping into a storybookPowerful Shiva mantras you can chant for good luck based on your birth numberDR Congo Ebola second-deadliest outbreak: Death toll passes 1500; why it’s spreading so fast, the warning signs, and the vaccine challengeSawan 2026 daily rituals based on your date of birth123Hot PicksHurricane IrmaRuchika SinghRRB Group D Admit CardNEET selective edit windowCommonwealth Games LiveUS work permit feeE20 petrol debateAssam floodsKanwar Yatra 2026Top TrendingSaurav DasCJP ProtestBengaluru Student Protester AssaultKolkata Police New UniformDehradun Teacher SuicideAbhijeet DipkeRuchika SinghShraddha Walkar Murder CaseMumbai Building CollapseStock Market Up What recruiters want has changed; entrepreneurial mindset now ranks higher in campus hiring Salman Khan’s surprise visit to support his brother Sohail Khan at ‘Alliance’ during the finale week wins hearts 7 of the world’s oldest restaurants that have been serving food for over 500 years Delhi’s ‘Property Aadhaar’ explained: What the proposed digital ID means for owners | Sam Altman Biopic: Andrew Garfield speaks on his Sam Altman biopic getting a new production banner: ‘Daring studio doing daring films’ | English Movie News How to burp a baby correctly: Different positions that actually work | ‘Close to 100 BJP MPs have criminal cases’: CJP’s Saurav Das defends Noida woman who ‘abused’ PM Modi A PhD student spent 400 hours counting caterpillars under streetlights. His findings changed what scientists knew about LED lighting NEW DELHI: AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi Thursday slammed the bill making “insult” to Vande Mataram a crime, saying BJP is trying to force Muslims and minorities to worship Hindu deities, while DMK claimed it was hurting the secular fabric of the country.DMK MP A Raja, who moved an amendment to the bill in Lok Sabha, called the legislation a “fraud” perpetrated by Modi govt on people. He said Constituent Assembly approved only two paragraphs of the song. “The Constitution came from Constituent Assembly, and it is unconstitutional to exceed Constituent Assembly. This bill will not stand judicial scrutiny. This is against the secular fabric of India and we will not accept it,” he said.Meanwhile, as Congress attacked govt for passing the bill amid din, MP KC Venugopal questioned the absence of home minister Amit Shah from LS when his ministry’s legislation to “prevent the insult to national symbols” was taken up. Manickam Tagore too criticised Shah’s absence from the House. Some members of Congress — which has been asking Shah questions about the police crackdown on student protesters — termed the bill as “divisive” and against secularism.Owaisi argued “national anthem — Jana Gana Mana” is a reflection of the country and its people, but Vande Mataram is about prayers to “devi-devta”. “This bill is a grave violation of Article 25 that gives freedom of religion. This is intended to convert India into a Hindu theocratic state.”Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesCongress MP Tariq Anwar said govt should have taken opposition parties into confidence for this bill but “this govt tries to impose its views on people”.He said Vande Mataram was a principal song of the freedom struggle, and all Congress functions start with the national song. “But controversy is about govt interfering with the decision of Constituent Assembly…objectionable words were removed because India is secular.” Party MP Ujjwal Raman Singh called the bill’s passage without discussion a “black day” in India’s history.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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A senior Congress manager told TOI that a washout of the remaining ten days of Parliament session seems a strong possibility.Sources said Samajwadi Party along with allies has decided to push for an “adjournment motion” to discuss Ayodhya temple theft, as against a short-duration discussion.The implications of accepting the “adjournment motion” are grave, given that it conveys a censure of govt, besides the possibility of House adopting a resolution on the subject at the conclusion of the debate.Ruling BJP is unlikely to yield to Opposition on Ayodhya scam, or on the demand regarding the home minister.“It is a matter of ten days now. The govt may just play it out instead of courting embarrassment,” a senior Congress functionary said.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesIn the meeting of the allies on Thursday, sources said, SP leaders strongly demanded that Opposition take up the temple theft issue in the House. Congress managers argued that “chanda chori” was important, but the issue of Amit Shah could not be left midway. So, Opposition decided to take up both issues this week.Ahead of the proceedings on Thursday, Opposition mounted a loud protest over the twin issues. Members, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, KC Venugopal, Dharmendra Yadav, Mahua Moitra, Thol Thirumavalavan, NK Premachandran, Sanjay Raut and Mahua Maji, held a large banner with the question, “Who gave the order?” – a reference to the person who authorised the firing of pellet guns on protesting students. In front of the MPs were placed donation boxes (daan paatra), with members putting money in them – an allusion to the temple theft.The scene was repeated inside the lower house where SP members raised slogans of “chanda chor, gaddi chhor”, joined in by others, with Congress and allies also raising the heat on the police crackdown and demanding that Shah come to House.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to appoint a nodal officer to coordinate with the families of Indians who died, were injured or went missing after joining the Russian military during the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.A bench also asked the MEA to facilitate DNA matching of family members with the mortal remains of those killed in the conflict and assist them in filing compensation claims with the Russian Embassy in New Delhi. The court further directed that all relevant information be provided to the affected families in their respective vernacular languages.Regarding the Indians serving in Russian army, the Centre, in May, had informed the apex court that 217 Indians had joined the Russian military, of whom 49 had died, six were missing in action, while the status of 23 others remained unknown.Representing the MEA, Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati had told the court that the Indian Embassy in Moscow was in constant touch with Russian authorities to verify deaths, trace missing individuals and facilitate the return of those released from military service. She had said 139 Indians had been released from the Russian armed forces and efforts were underway to bring them back to India.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesThe Centre had also informed the court that Russian authorities had lured foreign recruits with attractive financial packages, including a signing bonus of around USD 5,000, a monthly salary of $2,500, promises of Russian citizenship, social benefits and compensation of around USD 168,000 in the event of death.The government had further stated that DNA samples from immediate family members of 21 individuals had been collected and shared with Russian authorities to help identify mortal remains, while several compensation claims had been processed through the Indian Embassy, with some families already receiving payments.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorTrisha MahajanTrisha Mahajan is a journalist with The Times of India digital, with keen interest in covering business and corporate affairs. She also reports on key national and world developments and global news trends. 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