Ram Mandir donation theft case has entered a crucial financial scrutiny phase, with police seeking five years of banking records from seven banks linked to the accused and the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Investigators are examining bank transactions, cash deposits, withdrawals and fund transfers to determine whether devotees' donations were diverted. Amid the expanding probe, the Ayodhya Bar Association has passed a resolution demanding a court-monitored CBI investigation into the Trust's financial affairs. The Bar has also announced that its members will not represent the accused, warning that any lawyer who does so will face a ₹5 lakh penalty per accused.

The joyous occasion of Holi was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Shiv Hanuman Temple in Khaggu Sarai, Sambhal, where devotees indulged in the traditional festivities of playing with colors and singing festive songs. The temple, which had recently reopened, became a hub of vibrant celebrations. In light of the increased crowds, the local police had made robust security arrangements to maintain law and order, ensuring a safe and peaceful celebration for all.