Former Travancore Devaswom Board president PS Prasanth and two others have been booked by a Special Investigation Team over alleged irregularities in the procurement and supply of ghee for Sabarimala.

The state of Kerala has commenced land acquisition for the Angamaly-Sabarimala rail line project, with the Indian Railways allocating Rs 505 crore for its development.

Major Indian temples, including Sabarimala, Tirumala, Badrinath, and Kedarnath, are under scrutiny due to reports of significant gold and cash theft incidents and allegations of donation pilfering.

The contentious issue of women's entry into the Sabarimala temple has resurfaced following reported claims made by the former chief of the Travancore Devaswom Board.

Murari Babu, a former official of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) who was accused in the Sabarimala gold loss case, has died at the age of 54.

The Sabarimala Gold Heist case is back in High Court, with the probe team set to submit its final report and the court hearing the government's appeal to cancel the chief priest's bail.

The Supreme Court's nine-judge bench has reserved its verdict following a 16-day marathon hearing on the Sabarimala temple case. The decision is now pending after extensive legal arguments.

India's Supreme Court has stated it will not revisit its previous ruling that "Hinduism is a way of life" in the context of the Sabarimala case. This decision maintains the existing legal precedent regarding the religious practice.

The Supreme Court of India is set to commence hearings on the Sabarimala temple reference case. This significant legal proceeding will address various issues related to the temple.

The Supreme Court of India has criticized a 2006 Public Interest Litigation concerning Sabarimala, suggesting it was improperly filed and highlighting potential misuse of such petitions.

India's Supreme Court has stated that bail should be considered for an accused person regardless of the seriousness of the crime, provided there is no speedy trial. This emphasizes the importance of timely judicial process.

Police have ordered a probe after an Indian Coast Guard helicopter was observed flying at a low altitude over the Sabarimala temple, with officials attributing the incident to adverse weather conditions.

India's Supreme Court, during a hearing on gender discrimination in temples, cautioned against relying on information from 'WhatsApp University' while emphasizing respect for eminent authors' views.

During the seventh day of the Sabarimala hearing, the Supreme Court of India made five key remarks, emphasizing that all human beings are bound by conscience.

A Sabarimala priest has told the Supreme Court that each deity has peculiar rituals, implying the distinct nature of religious practices.

A conflict has emerged between the Modi government and various Hindu organizations concerning the control of temples, with specific reference to the Sabarimala issue.

The Centre informs the Supreme Court that public morality should be the guiding principle in matters of faith, specifically in the context of the Sabarimala temple case.

The Indian Centre presented arguments to the Supreme Court, citing instances where men are restricted from entering certain temples, as part of the ongoing Sabarimala temple entry row.

India's Centre has suggested removing Public Interest Litigation (PIL) as a legal concept, a proposal met with caution by the Supreme Court's nine-judge Constitution Bench during discussions on the maintainability of petitions in the Sabarimala case.

The Supreme Court of India has raised doubts about the applicability of 'untouchability' to menstrual restrictions at the Sabarimala temple, debating the intersection of religious practices and equality.

During a hearing concerning the Sabarimala temple, an Indian Supreme Court judge remarked that a woman cannot be treated as 'untouchable' for three days. The comment pertains to the ongoing legal debate surrounding women's entry into the temple.

In a written submission ahead of a hearing, the Centre argued that allowing women aged 10-50 into the Sabarimala temple would alter the nature of worship, citing Lord Ayyappa's status as a Naishtika Brahmachari, rather than issues of impurity or inferiority.

The Supreme Court of India has constituted a nine-judge bench, reflecting diversity across faith, region, and gender, to review the long-pending constitutional reference regarding the Sabarimala temple.

India's Supreme Court has notified a nine-judge bench to review the Sabarimala temple case, with hearings scheduled to begin on April 7. The court will re-examine key questions concerning religious freedom, essential practices, and the entry of women into the temple, reviving the review after six years.

Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala, questioned how the prime accused in the Sabarimala gold loss cases was purportedly seen with Sonia Gandhi at her residence, sparking a political controversy.

Chief Minister Vijayan has conducted 20 interviews over three days in a media blitz, addressing various issues from Sabarimala to the alleged CPI(M)-BJP deal.

The Kerala High Court has stayed observations made by a vigilance court in the bail order of a Tantri involved in the Sabarimala gold case.

Indian political parties Congress and BJP have slammed the Left government's perceived 'U-turn' on the Sabarimala issue, calling it an election gimmick designed to deceive religious devotees.

Kerala Government urges Supreme Court to consider women’s views on Sabarimala temple entry

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has approached the Kerala High Court seeking to cancel the bail granted to the tantri (chief priest) in connection with the Sabarimala gold loss case.

Women’s entry at Sabarimala remains contested as society navigates between age-old religious customs and India’s commitment to equality

Having already secured statutory bail last month in a related case involving the theft of gold from the Sabarimala Ayyapa temple’s doorframe, a favorable ruling on Wednesday will pave the way for Padmakumar’s release from prison

The former Thiruvabharanam Commissioner has been granted bail in connection with the Sabarimala gold theft case.

Kerala HC takes note of suspected irregularities in 'Padi Pooja' bookings at Sabarimala

Pankaj Bhandhari, accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case, was pulled up by the Supreme Court today when he applied for bail. "Is there any gold left in Sabarimala?" said Justice Satish Chandra Shar

Final session before Assembly elections witnesses unruly scenes again even as UDF continues protests over Sabarimala gold theft case. Minister P. Rajeeve says ‘this is the most incompetent Opposition in the history of Kerala Assembly’. CM says UDF is ‘smarter than Goebbels at spreading lies’

VACB records statement of Union Minister Suresh Gopi in Sabarimala flag mast probe

Suresh Gopi is among 27 persons who donated gold and cash for installation of flagmast. Officials say actors Mohanlal and Renji Panicker, and film producer M. Renjith, were among the donors, and that the SIT will record their statements

The Tantri was arrested by the Special Investigation Team probing alleged irregularities related to gold-plated encasings at the temple.

The Kerala High Court has directed a Vigilance probe into allegations that ghee for the Sabarimala temple was purchased at inflated prices.

Minister Muraleedharan expressed government dissatisfaction with the slow pace of the investigation into the Sabarimala gold loss case.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has found evidence of a conspiracy involving temple officials in the misappropriation of gold at Sabarimala, through fraudulent re-plating of guardian idols.

The Sabarimala temple in Kerala, India, plans to introduce artificial intelligence and drone technology, including predictive systems, to effectively manage large crowds during the upcoming pilgrimage season.

A Devaswom special pleader has resigned after the Chief Minister requested his exit due to a perceived link to the Sabarimala case.

The Kerala High Court has ordered an independent re-evaluation of the sale of ghee at the Sabarimala temple, indicating concerns over transparency or process.

The Kerala High Court has overturned a 30-year-old conviction in a Sabarimala pilgrim murder case, citing that 'memory fades with time' as a factor in its decision.

The nine-judge bench of the Indian Supreme Court has reserved its verdict in the Sabarimala temple reference case after concluding 16 days of hearings. The decision will address various legal questions related to religious practices and constitutional rights.

The Pandalam royal family has urged the new Kerala government to take action on Sabarimala-related issues, specifically demanding the withdrawal of cases filed against devotees during past protests.

The Chief Justice of India has stated that the original Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning the Sabarimala temple issue should have been dismissed.

This article discusses the ongoing Sabarimala case, focusing on the complex issues surrounding religion and equality.

During the Sabarimala case hearing, the Supreme Court of India made strong remarks against anarchy and blocking roads. The court highlighted the necessity for structure and order within religious institutions.

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board informed the Supreme Court that there is no bar on women entering mosques, but they cannot demand entry through the main door.

India's Supreme Court, hearing petitions related to discrimination against women at religious places including the Sabarimala Temple, stated that all views should be respected except those from "WhatsApp University."

A judge has stated that non-believers have no business challenging the customs of the Sabarimala temple.

The Indian Supreme Court, in the context of the Sabarimala case, has stated that it is a difficult task to declare beliefs held by millions as incorrect and that religion cannot be hollowed out in the name of reforms.

The article discusses the ongoing Sabarimala temple issue, framing it as a complex battle that transcends a simple conflict between tradition and modernity.

During a hearing concerning the Sabarimala temple, India's top court commented that excluding certain sections from temples is detrimental to Hinduism. Justice BV Nagarathna stated that such practices are not beneficial for the religion.

This article provides key information on diverse topics including the Sabarimala temple case, the historical figure Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, and the concept of a free-return trajectory.

Justice B.V. Nagarathna of India's Supreme Court strongly condemned the historical practice of isolating menstruating women as a form of 'untouchability' during arguments concerning the Sabarimala temple entry ban.

The BJP has slammed the LDF and UDF for their perceived 'U-turn' on the Sabarimala women entry row, while simultaneously expressing satisfaction with their current stance.

The Kerala government has shifted its stance, now backing a review of the 2018 Sabarimala judgment and arguing that the right to religion is not absolute. The Centre also supports the review, with a hearing scheduled in the Supreme Court today.

In Kerala's assembly elections, the ruling LDF is being targeted by Congress and BJP over issues like Sabarimala and a gold theft case, as parties aim to influence Hindu voters.

Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Modi of selectively raising religious issues, questioning his silence on the alleged Sabarimala gold theft and claiming an understanding between the BJP and Kerala's ruling LDF.

Shashi Tharoor writes about the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) U-turn on the Sabarimala issue, suggesting it offers a lesson for religious reform.

Says the government had not moved “even an inch” from its earlier position of allowing women of all ages to enter the temple

Kerala Minister Vasavan stated the government's position on Sabarimala remains consistent, while the Congress and BJP parties have criticized this stance as dishonest.

The Kerala High Court has ruled that there is no need for a CBI investigation into the Sabarimala gold theft case.

It seeks explanation on his alleged role in the Sabarimala gold theft case

ED is looking at the Special Investigation Team’s alleged findings related to the Tantri’s financial transactions

The temple board of the Sabarimala temple in India is preparing to defend its ban on women's entry in the Supreme Court.

TDB president K. Jayakumar told a press conference that the resolution would serve as the basis for the affidavit the Board would file with the Supreme Court when the justices meet to review the 2019…

Vigilance officials recorded statements from actors Mohanlal and Dileep as part of an investigation into donations made for the Sabarimala temple flag mast.

The final arguments in the Sabarimala review will center on the balance between faith, dignity, and constitutional rights, and the broader architecture of India's religious freedom jurisprudence.

The Kerala High Court had dismissed his petition against his arrest

The BJP and Congress parties have launched a fresh offensive against the Pinarayi Vijayan government, accusing it of jailing a tantri for revenge over the Sabarimala issue.

Officials say SIT earlier sought legal opinion on overriding certain damning observations made by Kollam Vigilance court while granting bail to Tantri

CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan stated that no one will be shielded in the Sabarimala gold theft case, emphasizing that conclusions await the SIT investigation.

A nine-judge Supreme Court bench in India is set to hear pleas concerning women's rights to enter religious places, including the prominent Sabarimala Temple case.

The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has denied any involvement in the alleged Sabarimala ghee irregularity, stating that there was no outside procurement of ghee this season.

The former chief of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) fears arrest and alleges political vendetta in connection with the Sabarimala gold case.

An Indian court has ordered a new case to be filed against leaders of the CPM and CPI parties in connection with the Sabarimala ‘gold theft’ scandal.

A minister has requested the withdrawal of a Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) circular that appointed officials currently under investigation in the Sabarimala gold case.

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is set to collect additional samples from artefacts at the Sabarimala temple as part of its ongoing investigation into the reported loss of gold.

The CPI(M) conducted a post-mortem of its election loss in Kerala, attributing it to factors such as Muslim backlash, the Sabarimala gold theft, and a Yogi message at an Ayappa event.

The Kerala Devaswoms Minister has stated that no one involved in the theft of gold from the Sabarimala temple will be spared, following reports of a gold loss incident.

A statement regarding the Sabarimala Reference case asserts that the Constitution entrusts religious reform to the legislature rather than the courts.

The Supreme Court has questioned an agency's seriousness and will probe its handling of the Bengal coal fraud case, after an accused stated he cooperated in the investigation multiple times.

India's Supreme Court, during arguments in a Sabarimala-linked case, emphasized that diversity is the country's strength, with Justice BV Nagarathna highlighting the court's concerns while hearing petitioners defending the 2018 landmark verdict.

India's Supreme Court expressed strong disapproval of the original Public Interest Litigation (PIL) regarding the Sabarimala temple, suggesting it was driven by 'paisa' (money) and political interests. The court remarked that such PILs should have been dismissed, highlighting concerns about their misuse.

The Indian Supreme Court, in a reference related to the Sabarimala case, stated that religion cannot be debated over matters of conscience, emphasizing the individual nature of faith.

The Indian Supreme Court has recalled an order concerning the Karnataka Hindu religious institutions and charitable endowments law amidst a hearing on the Sabarimala reference.

The Supreme Court made several remarks on the eighth day of the Sabarimala hearing, addressing various arguments presented.

The Indian Supreme Court is conducting a reference hearing on the Sabarimala issue, specifically exploring the state's authority to regulate religious organizations.

The Kerala High Court has granted an extension to the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) to complete its investigation into the alleged Sabarimala ghee sale scam.

The Indian Centre has informed the Supreme Court about existing restrictions on the entry of men in many temples, specifically referencing the Sabarimala case. This statement was made in response to a legal reference.

Former Kerala High Court judge V G Arun has been appointed to head the high-power committee overseeing the Sabarimala Master Plan in India.

A nine-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant is examining the ambit of religious practices across faiths and the extent to which courts can intervene.

Justice Nagarathna has commented on the Sabarimala entry case, stating that a woman cannot be considered 'untouchable' for three days a month. This reasoning addresses the exclusion of women aged 10-50 from the temple.

India's Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre in the Sabarimala case, contended that concepts of patriarchy and gender are imported from the West, asserting that Indian traditions reflect deep respect for women.

The Indian government has told the Supreme Court that questions of faith regarding the Sabarimala temple are beyond judicial review, advancing a broader doctrinal claim about the attributes of a deity.

India's Supreme Court has announced that a nine-judge bench will begin hearing pleas related to the Sabarimala temple case starting April 7.

Rahul Gandhi has raised questions regarding the Prime Minister's silence on the Sabarimala gold theft incident, implying a possible nexus between the CPM and BJP parties.

The Kerala CPM chief, in an interview, stated that neither BJP nor Congress can criticize over the Sabarimala gold theft, accusing both parties of protecting the accused.

While granting bail to the tantri in February, the Vigilance Court had observed that the SIT failed to produce substantive evidence to support the allegations levelled against him

With thousands of pilgrims arriving every day and the ten-day annual festival set to begin on March 22, authorities scramble to ensure that the shortage does not disrupt essential services

AICC general secretary says CPI(M)’s ‘anti-faith’ approach triggered unrest

The CPI(M) has stated that the Kerala government will make an appropriate decision regarding the contentious issue of women's entry into the Sabarimala temple.

Melsanthi at Malikappuram remitted ₹46.51 lakh and an assistant of the Tantri remitted ₹1.17 lakh at post offices and financial institutions at Sabarimala during the 2025-2026 Mandalam-Makaravilakku season

Mr. Padmakumar is a former CPI(M) MLA and had served as TDB president when the decision was taken to hand over Sabarimala artefacts for replating to prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti in 2019

TDB president says the board will make Sabarimala clean, green, litter-free, and pilgrim-friendly

TDB to file affidavit in SC to protect Sabarimala tradition in women entry issue; announces reforms

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) has recorded statements from actors Mohanlal and Dileep as part of its probe into the Sabarimala flag mast case.

​In 2006, the Indian Young Lawyers Association approached the Supreme Court of India, arguing that barring women violated constitutional guarantees of equality and freedom of religion. By 2016, the Court began openly questioning whether such a ban could withstand constitutional scrutiny. In September 2018, a five-judge Constitution Bench delivered a 4 to 1 verdict that shook Kerala.

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear Pankaj Bhandari's plea against his arrest in connection with the Sabarimala gold loss case on March 19.

“We believe it reflects hostility toward the Tantri. Otherwise, why would the minister criticise a court verdict” Mr. Venugopal said

The Kerala Assembly Budget session resumed amidst uproar from the Opposition, demanding the Devaswom Minister's resignation and alleging Chief Minister's office interference in the Sabarimala gold theft probe.

The Congress party in India is seeking to implicate the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) in the 'wrongful arrest' of a Tantri in connection with the Sabarimala gold theft case, alleging a scapegoat attempt.