Andhra Pradesh High Court
Andhra Pradesh High Court Orders CID and ACB Investigation Into Tirupati Temple Donation Theft Case
Dec 11, 2025 01:35 pm CST
The Andhra Pradesh High Court has directed both the Criminal Investigation Department and Anti-Corruption Bureau to investigate the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams donation theft case, involving stolen funds, suspicious death of a complainant, and questionable property settlements worth Rs 40 crore through Lok Adalat.
Supreme Court Restores Acquittal in Corruption Case: Criminal Process Strength Lies in Restraint as Much as Scrutiny
Oct 29, 2025 02:16 am CST
The Supreme Court of India reinstated the acquittal of a former Assistant Commissioner of Labour in a 1997 corruption case, emphasizing that judicial restraint is as crucial as scrutiny in criminal proceedings. The Court overturned the Andhra Pradesh High Court's conviction, stating that suspicion cannot replace proof and highlighting the importance of adhering to evidence standards when evaluating bribery allegations.
CID Launches Fresh Investigation into Tirupati Temple Embezzlement Case Following High Court Orders
Oct 14, 2025 08:35 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh CID chief Dr. Ravi Shankar Ayyanar has personally led a team to Tirumala to investigate the controversial 2023 Tirupati temple funds embezzlement case. Following the High Court's suspension of a disputed Lok Adalat settlement, investigators are seizing all documentation related to the scandal, which allegedly involves a much larger corruption scheme than initially reported during the previous government's tenure.
Supreme Court Stays High Court Order in Tirupati Laddoo Investigation Controversy
Sep 26, 2025 03:21 pm CST
The Supreme Court has granted relief to the CBI by staying an Andhra Pradesh High Court ruling that questioned the appointment of an investigator in the Tirupati laddoo adulteration case. The controversy involves allegations of adulterated ghee used in preparing prasadam at the famous temple, with the Court questioning why the SIT couldn't appoint a special officer for the investigation.