Taj Mahal
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Taj Mahal receives bomb threat, Agra police conducts searches at monument
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 03, 2024, 05:09 PM ISTThe officials said the threat was received in an email. Soon after receiving the email, the security officials launched an intense check in every corner of the monument in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
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Taj Mahal Gets Covered in Haze as Agra's Air Quality Slips Into Poor Category
News | Nov 19, 2024, 02:51 PM ISTTaj Mahal Gets Covered In Haze: A dense layer of haze has engulfed the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra, with the city’s air quality slipping into the 'poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
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Desilting Yamuna may compromise Taj Mahal’s stability, IIT experts warn SC
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 09, 2024, 01:11 PM ISTIIT experts warned the Supreme Court that desilting the Yamuna River could jeopardise the stability of the Taj Mahal and nearby structures. A report highlighted the environmental impact, river pollution, and the urgent need for action to protect this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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'Tough to describe Taj Mahal mausoleum's beauty': Maldives President, his wife share 'couple moment'
India | Oct 08, 2024, 12:57 PM ISTArriving earlier that morning as part of a five-day State visit to India, the couple-- the Maldivian President and his wife-- took the opportunity to capture memorable photographs in front of the iconic monument.
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Maldives President Muizzu to visit Agra, Taj Mahal to remain shut for public for 2 hours | DETAILS
India | Oct 08, 2024, 07:06 AM ISTUpon his arrival at the Agra airport, Muizzu and his wife will be welcomed by State Minister Yogendra Updhyay on behalf of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. From the airport, the couple is scheduled to head to the Taj Mahal for the visit.
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WATCH | Plant grows out of Taj Mahal's main pillar: Locals, experts express concerns, ASI responds
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 19, 2024, 06:43 PM ISTPlant grows out of Taj Mahal's main pillar: Locals expressed concern and said such incidents reflect the lack of regular monitoring and proper maintenance.
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Akhilesh Yadav slams govt over poor maintenance of Taj Mahal, points out damages at tourist site
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 19, 2024, 05:36 PM ISTRecently, the Taj Mahal was in the news after several video clips of leakage in the main dome following incessant rains in Agra went viral on social media. However, Rajkumar Patel, Superintending Chief of the ASI said leakage was there due to seepage but, there was no damage to the main dome.
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Neglect in Taj Mahal maintenance raises concerns after plant grow on main dome
India | Sep 18, 2024, 11:36 AM ISTThe plant has emerged between two marble stones and a molding section, with its leaves swaying rapidly in the breeze.
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Taj Mahal water leakage: Water seepage reported at main dome amid heavy rainfall in Agra | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 14, 2024, 08:19 PM ISTTaj Mahal water leakage due to heavy rain: Following three days of relentless rain in Agra, water seepage has been detected in the main dome of the Taj Mahal. While the flooding also affected parts of the monument's garden, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) confirmed no damage to the structure.
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Agra: Two arrested for offering ‘Gangajal’ at Taj Mahal, Hindu outfit claims 'ritual' | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 03, 2024, 08:10 PM ISTIn Agra, police arrested two youths at the Taj Mahal for pouring water from a bottle on the monument's premises on Saturday. The youths, who were allegedly performing a religious ritual, face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for disobedience and defiling a place of worship.
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Uttar Pradesh: Woman’s body found inside mosque premises in Agra, police suspect murder
Uttar Pradesh | May 20, 2024, 06:40 AM ISTThe police reached the spot and took the body under its custody. The police sent the body for post-mortem and constituted teams to probe the incident.
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Uttar Pradesh: Fresh petition filed in court to declare Taj Mahal as Shiva temple
Uttar Pradesh | Mar 28, 2024, 09:21 AM ISTUttar Pradesh news: Several petitions have been filed demanding the declaration of the Taj Mahal as the Shiva temple. Some of these petitions have been dismissed, while others are still pending.
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Sachin Tendulkar visits Taj Mahal, explores symbol of love with wife | WATCH
Cricket | Feb 15, 2024, 07:18 PM ISTSachin Tendulkar and his wife Anjali visited the symbol of love the Taj Mahal a day after Valentine's Day. The Indian legend was surrounded by fans during his visit. The fans chanted Sachin's name and followed him on his visit.
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First special brick for new mosque arrives from Mecca to Mumbai
Maharashtra | Feb 12, 2024, 12:15 PM ISTThe new mosque will launch its new website with a QR code on February 29 for complete transparency and will accept donations for various projects within the mosque premises. These include a cancer hospital, a college, a senior citizens' home, and a vegetarian kitchen adjacent to the new mosque.
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Why is Taj Mahal turning green? ASI to undertake extensive study to check
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 01, 2023, 07:41 AM ISTThe Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will undertake a year-long study to find ways to prevent the green-coloured stains on the Taj Mahal.
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Air pollution: Taj Mahal covered with smog leaves tourists disappointed
Uttar Pradesh | Nov 07, 2023, 07:42 AM ISTThe northern part of India has been facing air pollution crisis for the last few days. Delhi NCR has been engulfed with thick smog causing health problems to the residents. Tourists in Agra were disappointed as they visited Taj Mahal after the monument was covered with blanket of mist.
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"Taj Mahal not built by King Shahjahan": PIL in Delhi High Court demands correction of history books
Uttar Pradesh | Nov 04, 2023, 01:04 PM ISTTaj Mahal history: Ustad Ahmad Lahori has been cited as the architect of the Taj Mahal. However, the study undertaken by the Petitioner establishes that the evidence supporting the identification of Ustad Ahamd Lahori as the architect of the Taj Mahal is only circumstantial.
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'There will be money, gold everywhere if govt digs up Mamata, Abhishek's homes, says CPM leader
West Bengal | Sep 01, 2023, 11:57 PM ISTIn a statement, Mohammad Salim further said that the BJP will not do this to unearth the truth as they are only interested in bringing religion to the fore.
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Watch video: Yamuna's water touches Taj Mahal's boundary wall after decades
Uttar Pradesh | Jul 17, 2023, 04:28 PM ISTAs the water level increased in Yamuna near the Taj Mahal, officials were put on alert to deal with the situation.
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Chennai: Devoted son builds mini replica of Taj Mahal for mother worth Rs. 5 crores in Tiruvarur
Chennai | Jun 17, 2023, 09:54 PM ISTThe businessman's hometown of Tiruvarur in Tamil Nadu, where the miniature Taj Mahal was built for Rs 5 crore, attracts visitors from all over the state.