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Evening news wrap: RSS demands strict action over Ram Temple donation scam; Centre summons Meta over Instagram ads promoting child abuse material & more

Evening news wrap: RSS demands strict action over Ram Temple donation scam; Centre summons Meta over Instagram ads promoting child abuse material & more

Evening news wrap

  • RSS backs SIT probe into Ayodhya Ram Temple donation scam.
  • India says Indus Waters Treaty stays suspended over terrorism.
  • Centre summons Meta over Instagram ads allegedly promoting child sexual abuse material.
  • Tibetan activist’s self-immolation revives Tibet rights debate.
  • Police question key witness in Ketan Agarwal murder probe.

Here are the top stories of the day:

RSS demands strict action over alleged Ram Temple donation scam

RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has called for strict action against those accused of embezzling donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, saying the incident has deeply hurt the faith of devotees. Welcoming the Uttar Pradesh government’s SIT probe, he urged the temple trust to strengthen transparency and financial management. Read full story

India reaffirms Indus Treaty stand, says Teesta views shared with Bangladesh

The ministry of external affairs has reiterated that the Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance due to Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border terrorism. Responding to recent remarks from Pakistani leaders, the MEA said India’s position has remained unchanged. Read full story

Centre summons Meta over Instagram ads allegedly promoting child abuse material

The Centre has directed the ministry of electronics and information technology to summon Meta over Instagram advertisements allegedly promoting child sexual abuse material, according to sources. The government will seek an explanation on how such content appeared on the platform. Read full story

Tibetan activist’s self-immolation at UN revives global focus on Tibet

A Tibetan activist died after setting himself on fire outside the United Nations headquarters in New York in protest against Chinese rule in Tibet. Identified by exile groups as Lobga Rangzen, he reportedly unfurled a Tibetan flag and called for independence before the act. Read full story

Pune murder case: Police question Chetan Chaudhary’s friend over alleged plot

The investigation into Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal’s murder has taken a new turn after police detained a youth from Beed for questioning. Investigators believe accused Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary had discussed their alleged plan with him and even asked him to accompany them to Lohagad Fort on the day of the incident. Read full story

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