"In the Sabarimala gold plating controversy, the government announced an investigation right from the beginning. We will never protect any wrongdoers. The government's stance is to take action without favor, regardless of who is at fault. A special investigation team was appointed in this
Leader of the Opposition VD Satheeshan, demanding the resignation of Kerala Devaswom minister, said, "For the past two days, the opposition has not cooperated with the Assembly proceedings. We will continue to withhold cooperation in legislative proceedings until the Devaswom Minister res
The controversy began after a video surfaced on social media showing a section of the crowd shouting, "Sukhu ne bulaya hai, bhukhe hi tarpaya hai (Sukhu called us, only to leave us hungry)". The incident reportedly occurred during the lunch arrangements at the government function.
PS Prasanth, the president of the Devaswom Board, demanded a thorough and powerful investigation into the Sabarimala gold theft case, stating that the Kerala High Court has appointed an inquiry committee comprising representatives from both the state government and the temple board.
Balagopal said that the government's "honest actions" cannot be hidden behind banners. He also alleged that the Congress and the BJP collude on the issue, stating that the opposition's approach is a challenge to the court.
Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan said the High Court's recent observation in the case was "shocking," noting that the court had found the Dwarapalaka idol was sold at an inflated price and that lakhs of devotees were deceived.
Earlier on Monday, the Kerala High Court ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged theft of gold from Sabarimala temple, while also directing that the investigation be confidential and no information be leaked.
"Today, the opposition staged a big, futile effort to create a controversy. Based on the High Court's directive, the Devaswom Vigilance is conducting an investigation. The preliminary report will be submitted to the court tomorrow (October 6)", the minister said in a press conference here
Pakistan's right-arm quick, Diana Baig, disclosed that the confusion around opening batter Muneeba Ali's contentious run-out against arch-rival India in Colombo has been "resolved".
Controversies marred the rivalry clash between India and Pakistan at the ongoing Women's World Cup, after opener Muneeba Ali's contentious run-out during the fixture in Colombo on Sunday.