As Trump visit draws near, Yamuna & Taj health take centre-stage
4 years, 10 months ago

As Trump visit draws near, Yamuna & Taj health take centre-stage

India TV News  

Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to the Taj city next week, the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has mounted a massive image makeover of the city, that people have called "unprecedented". More than 900 cusecs of water have been released by the state irrigation department, after the sorry plight of the river Yamuna was highlighted by and activists of the River Connect Campaign.The dry and polluted river bed was an eye sore that could foul the mood of the visiting dignitaries, locals pointed out. In last two days copious quantitities of water has been released and men and machines mobilised to clean up the river bed right behind the Taj Mahal, just in case the president spent more time at the rear to view the Agra Fort and the holy river. The big drain -- chief source of foul smell -- apart from the river bank, is being cleaned up on the eastern gate of the Taj Mahal from where Trump and his team will enter the 17th century Mughal monument of love.

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In Pics: Schools shut, Taj Mahal disappears as smog envelopes north India
1 month, 3 weeks ago

In Pics: Schools shut, Taj Mahal disappears as smog envelopes north India

Hindustan Times  

In Pics: Schools shut, Taj Mahal disappears as smog envelopes north India A thick layer of smog has taken over states in north India, with Delhi, Punjab and Haryana recording severe cases. A thick layer of smog has taken over states in north India, with Delhi, Punjab and Haryana recording severe cases of air pollution. 1 / 6 Taj Mahal …

Fears Taj Mahal has been damaged in flooding as water leaks into central tomb
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Fears Taj Mahal has been damaged in flooding as water leaks into central tomb

The Independent  

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Why is Taj Mahal turning green? ASI to undertake extensive study to check
1 year, 1 month ago

Why is Taj Mahal turning green? ASI to undertake extensive study to check

India TV News  

Agra: The Taj Mahal, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is once again losing its shine. Here's why Taj Mahal is turning green The ASI has identified 'Goeldichironomus', an insect species that deposits its droppings on the monument's marble surface, as the culprit for the discolouration on the Taj Mahal, This pest was first identified in …

Taj Mahal not built by king Shahjahan Delhi High Court PIL demands history books correction latest updates uttar pradesh – India TV
1 year, 2 months ago

Taj Mahal not built by king Shahjahan Delhi High Court PIL demands history books correction latest updates uttar pradesh – India TV

India TV News  

Taj Mahal history : The Delhi High Court on Friday directed the Archeological Survey of India to decide representation seeking change in the books of history pertaining to the construction of the Taj Mahal, claiming there is no historical evidence of demolition of palace of Raja Man Singh and fresh construction of Taj Mahal on the same site. The bench …

Yamuna river reaches the iconic Taj Mahal's outer walls in India after swelling with monsoon rains
1 year, 5 months ago

Yamuna river reaches the iconic Taj Mahal's outer walls in India after swelling with monsoon rains

The Independent  

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Yamuna river reaches the iconic Taj Mahal’s outer walls in India after swelling with monsoon rains
1 year, 5 months ago

Yamuna river reaches the iconic Taj Mahal’s outer walls in India after swelling with monsoon rains

Associated Press  

AGRA, India — Rising water from the Yamuna river on Wednesday reached the outer boundary walls of the iconic Taj Mahal and submerged one of its adjacent gardens after record monsoon rains swelled rivers across northern India over the last three weeks. On Wednesday, the red sandstone boundary walls of the Taj Mahal were surrounded by brown, muddy water, even …

Yamuna Touches Taj Mahal Walls For First Time in 45 Years; Monument is Safe
1 year, 5 months ago

Yamuna Touches Taj Mahal Walls For First Time in 45 Years; Monument is Safe

News 18  

The Yamuna River has reached the walls of Taj Mahal in Agra, for the first time in 45 years, breaching its low-level flood mark of 495 feet in the city. Further, ASI has said that although the rising water level also poses a threat to other monuments such as Mehtab Bagh, Zohra Bagh, Rambagh, etc., they are not at risk. …

Rising Yamuna reaches walls of Taj Mahal for 1st time in 45 years
1 year, 5 months ago

Rising Yamuna reaches walls of Taj Mahal for 1st time in 45 years

Hindustan Times  

After wreaking havoc in Delhi, the Yamuna River rose to 495.8 feet in Agra, breaching the 'low flood level' mark and reaching the walls of the iconic Taj Mahal on Monday, a sight unseen for 45 years. While speaking to Economic Times, he said, “The monument was meticulously planned to ensure water could not enter the main structure, even during …

Soon, tourists will get clear view of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort from watch tower
2 years, 3 months ago

Soon, tourists will get clear view of Taj Mahal, Agra Fort from watch tower

India Today  

As the Archaeological Survey of India keeps the iconic Taj Mahal closed for tourists on Fridays to facilitate weekly maintenance of the monument, and Friday namaz that takes place at the royal mosque inside the monument, the Agra administration has found other ways to allow tourists to view the Taj Mahal, without entering the premises. Just like the Agra Development …

Agra: Security fencing to be upgraded around Taj Mahal
2 years, 10 months ago

Agra: Security fencing to be upgraded around Taj Mahal

India Today  

In an attempt to enhance the security of the Taj Mahal, the Archaeological Survey of India has decided to replace the existing barbed wire fencing with iron mesh fencing supported with iron angles and concertina coils on the top in about 300 meters of area around the monument. According to a report published in the Times of India, ASI’s superintending …

Free entry for tourists for 3 days at Taj Mahal for Shah Jahan\'s Urs
2 years, 10 months ago

Free entry for tourists for 3 days at Taj Mahal for Shah Jahan\'s Urs

Deccan Chronicle  

Agra: On the occasion of the 367 'Urs' of the fifth Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, tourists will get free entry to Taj Mahal from February 27 to March 1. Raj Kumar Patel, Superintending Archeologist of ASI, Agra Circle, told PTI, "There will be free entry for the tourists at the Taj Mahal from February 27 to March 1 on the …

The Latest: India's Taj Mahal reopens as new infections slow
3 years, 6 months ago

The Latest: India's Taj Mahal reopens as new infections slow

The Independent  

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Taj Mahal, Agra Fort shut down amid Covid surge
3 years, 8 months ago

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort shut down amid Covid surge

India Today  

In view of the rising Covid cases in the country, the Union Culture Ministry has decided to shut down the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, and other Archaeological Survey of India protected monuments with immediate effect. The news of the Taj Mahal's closure has disappointed the tourists who had arrived in Agra to view the world-famous monument. Talking to …

Taj Mahal re-opens for public after 6-month, only 5,000 visitors allowed a day
4 years, 3 months ago

Taj Mahal re-opens for public after 6-month, only 5,000 visitors allowed a day

Live Mint  

India reopened the Taj Mahal after six months on Monday, with the first visitors trickling into the famous monument as authorities reported 86,961 new coronavirus infections across the country, with no signs of a peak yet. "We can survive for another four to six months: after that we will have to take some serious calls," said Abid Naqvi, who saw …

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen from Monday after 6 months of closure
4 years, 3 months ago

Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen from Monday after 6 months of closure

India TV News  

India's star tourist attraction, the 17th-century monument of love, the Taj Mahal, and the Agra Fort, are all set to reopen from Monday, after an unprecedented closure of six months, due to Covid-19 pandemic. Amar Nath Gupta, caretaker of the Taj Mahal, said: "Sanitisation at the Eastern and the Western gates, thermal screening, painting of circles for social distancing, etc., …

If Taj Mahal is Reopening amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Why Not Ajanta and Ellora: Experts
4 years, 3 months ago

If Taj Mahal is Reopening amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Why Not Ajanta and Ellora: Experts

News 18  

Tourism industry representatives are demanding for the reopening of the Ajanta and Ellora caves, arguing that if the Taj Mahal is reopening for public amid the COVID-19 pandemic, why not the two world famous heritage sites located near here in Maharashtra. Digital promotion of tourist spots is also needed to resume tourism activities during the pandemic, they said during a …

Tourists 'disappointed' over closure of Taj Mahal in Agra
4 years, 4 months ago

Tourists 'disappointed' over closure of Taj Mahal in Agra

India Today  

Both international and domestic tourists, who have been visiting Agra to see Taj Mahal have been disappointed as the mausoleum, along with Agra Fort, remain closed till date. Wednesday being the second day of reopening of the “lesser” popular monuments of Agra, only 298 tourists visited Sikandra, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-ud-Daulah, Rambagh and Mariam's Tomb. A couple from Kolkata told India …

India’s iconic Taj Mahal closed amid coronavirus fears
4 years, 9 months ago

India’s iconic Taj Mahal closed amid coronavirus fears

Al Jazeera  

The monument, which attracted over 7 million visitors last year, is shut as India tries to combat spread of COVID-19. India will close the iconic Taj Mahal – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – to visitors from Tuesday as part of measures to try and combat the coronavirus pandemic, the tourism ministry said on Monday. Most schools and entertainment facilities, …

Melania Trump asked about the mud-pack treatment and was amazed: Taj Mahal tour guide
4 years, 10 months ago

Melania Trump asked about the mud-pack treatment and was amazed: Taj Mahal tour guide

India Today  

The architectural grandeur of 17th century Taj Mahal and the story of its construction by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan left US President Donald Trump "impressed" during his visit to the famed mausoleum on Monday, according to the guide who accompanied him. He and First Lady Melania Trump visited the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra, the second stop on his little …

Donald Trump visits Taj Mahal, says America loves India
4 years, 10 months ago

Donald Trump visits Taj Mahal, says America loves India

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on Monday evening visited the iconic Taj Mahal as they marvelled at the famed 17th century Mughal-era mausoleum built as a monument of love. Massive billboards bearing greeting messages and pictures of Trump, First Lady and Modi dotted the nearly 13-km convoy route as street roundabouts decked up with US and …

Yogi Adityanath welcomes Donald Trump to the 'land of Lord Ram' during his visit to Agra
4 years, 10 months ago

Yogi Adityanath welcomes Donald Trump to the 'land of Lord Ram' during his visit to Agra

Op India  

Hours after US President Donald Trump along with his wife Melania Trump, daughter Ivanka Trump and son-in-law Jared Kushner landed at Ahmebada to attend the “Namaste Trump” event at the newly constructed Motera stadium, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath posted a tweet welcoming Trump to the pious land of Lord Ram. — Yogi Adityanath February 24, 2020 “Welcome to the …

Photos from Donald Trump's India visit
4 years, 10 months ago

Photos from Donald Trump's India visit

India TV News  

As the US President Donald Trump's first official visit to India begins today, the world's largest democracy is all decked for the occasion. Image Source : PTI U.S. President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stand during the national anthem during a "Namaste Trump," event at Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium, Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, …

Trump-Melania Taj Mahal visit: Ticket counters at historic monument to close at 11:30 am today
4 years, 10 months ago

Trump-Melania Taj Mahal visit: Ticket counters at historic monument to close at 11:30 am today

India TV News  

Considering the high security arrangement for US President Donald Trump, who is scheduled to visit Taj Mahal in Agra with his wife and US first lady Melania Trump today, ticket counters at the historic monument will not be open after 11:30 am. The entry to the Taj Mahal will be closed to visitors in view of high security arrangements post …

Trumps cherish an iconic moment – touring the Taj Mahal
4 years, 10 months ago

Trumps cherish an iconic moment – touring the Taj Mahal

CNN  

New Delhi CNN — It’s the most popular tourist attraction in India, but for a few moments on Monday evening, all was still while the first couple of the United States took a romantic, sunset stroll outside the Taj Mahal. Despite naming his Atlantic City hotel after the iconic landmark, it was the President’s first visit to the real Taj …

Waah, Taj: In romantic mood, Donald Trump and Melania Trump gush about beauty of Indian culture
4 years, 10 months ago

Waah, Taj: In romantic mood, Donald Trump and Melania Trump gush about beauty of Indian culture

India Today  

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania looked like any married couple might if offered a chance to have the world's most beautiful monument all to themselves, if only for an hour or so. Of course, it couldn't have been a completely private moment, given the presence of security personnel, fellow dignitaries and, of course, the reporters -- surely …

Ticket counters at Taj Mahal to close at 11:30 am ahead of Donald Trump's visit
4 years, 10 months ago

Ticket counters at Taj Mahal to close at 11:30 am ahead of Donald Trump's visit

India Today  

Hours before the visit of US President Donald Trump to Agra on Monday, the entry to the Taj Mahal will be closed to visitors in view of high security arrangements, top officials. According to Agra DM Prabhu N Singh, Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive at the Taj Mahal complex at 5:15 pm and will spend about an hour at …

Agra decked up to welcome Donald Trump; security forces fortify city, Taj Mahal
4 years, 10 months ago

Agra decked up to welcome Donald Trump; security forces fortify city, Taj Mahal

Live Mint  

From massive billboards bearing greeting messages to street roundabouts decked up with American and Indian flags, Agra is waiting to welcome President Donald Trump on Monday amid a huge security deployment across the city. Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will welcome the US president on his arrival at the airport, Agra DM Prabhu N Singh …

Agra facelift: Taj undergoes major makeover ahead of Trump's visit
4 years, 10 months ago

Agra facelift: Taj undergoes major makeover ahead of Trump's visit

India Today  

Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to Agra, the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has started massive image makeover and beautification of the city. Workers worked day and night to clean up the river bed behind the Taj Mahal, just in case the President wants to spend more time at the rear to view the Agra Fort and …

UP CM Adityanath to review arrangements for Trump's Agra visit
4 years, 10 months ago

UP CM Adityanath to review arrangements for Trump's Agra visit

India TV News  

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath will be visiting Agra on Tuesday to take stock of arrangements for the visit of US President Donald Trump to the city of Taj Mahal. President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are likely to visit the Taj Mahal on February 24 and remain in city for around 2 hours. District magistrate Prabhu Narain …

UP govt opens new view point for tourists to see Taj Mahal under moonlight
5 years, 1 month ago

UP govt opens new view point for tourists to see Taj Mahal under moonlight

India Today  

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday opened an all-new view point of Taj Mahal which will enable the tourists to get a spectacular view of the iconic monument under the moonlight and during early morning hours. State Minister Girraj Singh Dharmesh on Saturday inaugurated the Mehtab Bagh Taj viewpoint, which will allow tourists to view Taj Mahal at the cost …

Taj Mahal's cleanliness hit as safai karamcharis go on strike
5 years, 6 months ago

Taj Mahal's cleanliness hit as safai karamcharis go on strike

India TV News  

Cleanliness at the hallowed Taj Mahal has taken a hit with safai karamcharis going on a strike over non-payment of salaries. "If safai karamcharis can go on strike in a world heritage monument like the Taj Mahal, one wonders what kind of impression thousands of tourists visiting Agra's grand Mughal monuments daily would be taking back of Prime Minister Narendra …

A drying Yamuna could endanger Taj Mahal
5 years, 6 months ago

A drying Yamuna could endanger Taj Mahal

India TV News  

The inordinate delay in granting permission for construction of a barrage on the Yamuna in Agra, about one-and-a half km from the Taj Mahal, could end up endangering the monument of love. The Chief Minister had said that "the rubber check dam on the Yamuna will ensure availability of sufficient water in the river throughout the year. A senior civic …

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