Preserve and protect: SC bans all commercial activities around Taj Mahal
2 years, 2 months ago

Preserve and protect: SC bans all commercial activities around Taj Mahal

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The order of the apex court came while hearing an application seeking direction to the authorities to prohibit commercial activities within the 500-metre radius of the historic mausoleum New Delhi: The Supreme court of India in its latest order has imposed a complete ban on all commercial activities within a 500-metre radius from the peripheral the Taj Mahal in Agra. The order of the apex court came while hearing an application seeking direction to the authorities to prohibit commercial activities within the 500-metre radius of the historic mausoleum. The bench took on into the submissions of senior advocate ADN Rao, who is assisting the court as an amicus curia, that it would be in the interest of the protected monument to issue directions for barring all commercial activities near the Taj Mahal. In its order, the top court said, “We allow the prayer that reads– Direct the Agra Development Authority to remove all business activities within 500 meters from the boundary/peripheral wall of the monument Taj Mahal which shall be in tune with Article 14 of the Constitution of India.” The 500m-radius of the monument is a no-construction zone, besides strict regulations on vehicular movement.

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Taj Mahal receives bomb threat, Agra police conducts searches at monument
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Taj Mahal receives bomb threat, Agra police conducts searches at monument

India TV News  

The iconic Taj Mahal in Agra received a bomb threat via email on Tuesday. Bomb scare at Taj Mahal, turns out to be hoax An email threatening to blow up the Taj Mahal was received by the regional office of Uttar Pradesh Tourism in Agra on Tuesday which later turned out to be hoax, a police official said. "An email …

Fears Taj Mahal has been damaged in flooding as water leaks into central tomb
3 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Water is leaking into the …

Supreme Court Seeks ASI Response To Vision Document To Protect Taj Mahal From Pollution
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Supreme Court Seeks ASI Response To Vision Document To Protect Taj Mahal From Pollution

Live Law  

The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Archaeological Survey of India regarding the Vision Document prepared for the protection of the Taj Mahal. A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan considered an application filed by Shri Raman, who raised concerns about environmental pollution in the Taj Trapezium Zone. However, the Court noted the importance of …

A Hindu outfit moves Civil Court in Agra to seek a ban on Shah Jahan's Urs in Taj Mahal
10 months, 2 weeks ago

A Hindu outfit moves Civil Court in Agra to seek a ban on Shah Jahan's Urs in Taj Mahal

Op India  

Days before the 369th ‘Urs’ of Mughal Tyrant Shah Jahan to be held at Taj Mahal, Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha has filed a petition before a Civil Court in Agra seeking a ban on the commemoration of Shah Jahan’s death. The ASI replied that neither Mughals, nor the British government or the Government of India have allowed ‘Urs’ celebration in …

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

Delhi HC directs ASI to probe Hindu Sena plea on ‘wrong facts’ about Taj Mahal
1 year, 1 month ago

Delhi HC directs ASI to probe Hindu Sena plea on ‘wrong facts’ about Taj Mahal

Live Mint  

Taj Mahal plea: The Delhi High Court has asked the Archeological Survey of India to look into Hindu Sena representation plea that the Taj Mahal was not constructed by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The plea by the Hindu Sena representation seeks that alleged factually wrong information about the Taj Mahal, its age, and who constructed it should …

Taj Mahal was not built by Shah Jahan but…, PIL filed at Delhi HC
1 year, 1 month ago

Taj Mahal was not built by Shah Jahan but…, PIL filed at Delhi HC

Live Mint  

In a bizarre claim, a petition was filed at the Delhi High Court citing Taj Mahal was not built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and accordingly, sought direction for the Centre to publish the correct history of the iconic monument. Surjit Singh Yadav, Hindu Sena President, who filed the petition, noted Taj Mahal was originally the palace of Raja Man …

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

"No Scientific Evidence To Prove Shah Jahan Built Taj Mahal" : Plea In Supreme Court Seeks "Real History" Of Taj Mahal
2 years, 2 months ago

"No Scientific Evidence To Prove Shah Jahan Built Taj Mahal" : Plea In Supreme Court Seeks "Real History" Of Taj Mahal

Live Law  

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking the constitution of a fact finding committee to study the "real history of Taj Mahal and to put to rest the controversy and clarify its history". According to petitioner Dr.Rajneesh Singh, though it has been stated that the Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shahjahan for his wife Mumtaz …

Over 400 hotels, shops could be shut in Agra after latest SC order on Taj Mahal
2 years, 2 months ago

Over 400 hotels, shops could be shut in Agra after latest SC order on Taj Mahal

India Today  

In a bid to protect the iconic landmark site, the Supreme Court has banned commercial activities within a 500-metre radius of the Taj Mahal's boundary. The residents of the Tajganj area claimed that if this order is implemented, it will result in a complete erosion of the livelihood of many who have been running their businesses for decades from their …

Supreme Court Orders Removal Of Business Activities In 500 Meter Radius Of Taj Mahal
2 years, 2 months ago

Supreme Court Orders Removal Of Business Activities In 500 Meter Radius Of Taj Mahal

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Monday issued a direction to the Agra Development Authority to immediately halt all commercial activities which come within the radius of 500 m from the peripheral wall of the Taj Mahal.The bench comprising Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Abhay S. Oka issued the following directions in order to protect the iconic landmark site, "We allow the …

ASI shares images of Taj Mahal’s ‘underground cells’
2 years, 7 months ago

ASI shares images of Taj Mahal’s ‘underground cells’

The Hindu  

At a time when a plea in Allahabad High Court seeks a "fact-finding inquiry" into the history of the Taj Mahal and the "opening of 22 rooms" on the monument's premises, the Archaeological Survey of India on May 9 published photos of underground cells in the Taj Mahal with recent renovations. Click on the link to download/view the January issue …

‘Do research’: HC denies nod to open Taj rooms
2 years, 7 months ago

‘Do research’: HC denies nod to open Taj rooms

Hindustan Times  

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Thursday rejected a plea to open 22 closed rooms in the Taj Mahal to ascertain the presence of Hindu idols, calling it a “mockery” of the public interest litigation system and asking the petitioner to research the topic first. Agra, May 12 : Allahabad High Court to hear a petition seeking …

‘Don't make a mockery…’ : Allahabad HC denies permission to open Taj Mahal rooms for search of Hindu idols
2 years, 7 months ago

‘Don't make a mockery…’ : Allahabad HC denies permission to open Taj Mahal rooms for search of Hindu idols

Hindustan Times  

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court on Thursday rejected a plea to open 22 closed rooms in the Taj Mahal to ascertain the presence of Hindu idols, calling it a “mockery” of the public interest litigation system and asking the petitioner to research the topic first. The plea, filed by Rajneesh Singh, a Bharatiya Janata Party youth media …

Allahabad HC rejects plea seeking to open 20 rooms of Taj Mahal
2 years, 7 months ago

Allahabad HC rejects plea seeking to open 20 rooms of Taj Mahal

The Hindu  

May 12, 2022 06:39 pm | Updated 07:09 pm IST - Lucknow The Allahabad High Court on May 12 dismissed a plea seeking a ‘‘fact-finding inquiry’‘ into the history of the Taj Mahal and the “opening of 22 rooms’‘ on the monument’s premises, saying the petitioner failed to point out which of his legal or constitutional rights were being infringed. …

Allahabad HC rejects plea seeking to open closed rooms of Taj Mahal
2 years, 7 months ago

Allahabad HC rejects plea seeking to open closed rooms of Taj Mahal

Op India  

On Thursday 12th May 2022, the Allahabad High Court rejected the plea seeking the formation of a fact-finding committee to research the real history of the Taj Mahal. The petitioner sought directions from the court to open the 22 closed rooms of the Taj Mahal and register the observations to put the controversy around the Taj Mahal to rest. Please …

Allahabad HC Dismisses Plea For Fact-Finding Committee To Study "Real History" Of Taj Mahal
2 years, 7 months ago

Allahabad HC Dismisses Plea For Fact-Finding Committee To Study "Real History" Of Taj Mahal

Live Law  

The Allahabad High Court on Thursday dismissed a petition seeking the constitution of a fact-finding committee to research on the "real history" behind Taj Mahal. Petitioner disputed that Taj Mahal was a Mughal structure.The petitioner also sought a direction to the Archaeological Survey of India to open the sealed doors of over 20 rooms inside the Taj Mahal premises so …

Are We Here To Decide Who Built Taj Mahal?Tomorrow You Will Want To Go Inside Judges' Chambers : Allahabad High Court Pulls Up Petitioner
2 years, 7 months ago

Are We Here To Decide Who Built Taj Mahal?Tomorrow You Will Want To Go Inside Judges' Chambers : Allahabad High Court Pulls Up Petitioner

Live Law  

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court on Thursday pulled up a petitioner who sought a direction to the Archaeological Survey of India to open the sealed doors of over 20 rooms inside the Taj Mahal premises. The counsel for the petitioner submitted that a committee should be appointed by the court and a truth which the citizens of …

Taj Mahal land belonged to Jaipur’s ruler, was acquired by Shah Jahan: BJP MP
2 years, 7 months ago

Taj Mahal land belonged to Jaipur’s ruler, was acquired by Shah Jahan: BJP MP

Live Mint  

The land on which the Taj Mahal was built originally belonged to the erstwhile Jaipur royal family and was acquired by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan later, claimed BJP MP Diya Kumari on Wednesday. Her statements came in the backdrop of a petition filed in the Allahabad high court that sought directives to the Archaeological Survey of India to open 20 …

Taj Mahal land originally belonged to Jaipur royal family: BJP MP Diya Kumari
2 years, 7 months ago

Taj Mahal land originally belonged to Jaipur royal family: BJP MP Diya Kumari

Hindustan Times  

JAIPUR: The land on which the Taj Mahal was built originally belonged to erstwhile Jaipur royal family and it was acquired by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Bharatiya Janata Party member of Parliament from Rajasthan’s Rajsamand, Diya Kumari claimed on Wednesday. BJP MP Diya Kumari has supported the petition filed in the Allahabad high court seeking a fact-finding inquiry into the …

Jaipur royal scion Diya Kumari stakes claim on land on which Taj Mahal was built
2 years, 7 months ago

Jaipur royal scion Diya Kumari stakes claim on land on which Taj Mahal was built

India Today  

Bharatiya Janata Party MP and former princess of Jaipur Diya Kumari has claimed the land on which the Taj Mahal was built originally belonged to her family. Diya Kumari’s remark comes after a petition has been filed in the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court asking the Archaeological Survey of India to examine the 22 locked rooms of the …

BJP Leader Files Plea in HC to Open 20 Locked Rooms of Taj Mahal to Find 'Evidence' of 'Hidden Hindu Idols'
2 years, 7 months ago

BJP Leader Files Plea in HC to Open 20 Locked Rooms of Taj Mahal to Find 'Evidence' of 'Hidden Hindu Idols'

News 18  

The Allahabad high court has received a petition before its Lucknow bench seeking it to issue directives to the Archaeological Survey of India to open 20 rooms inside the world’s wonder — Taj Mahal in Agra to find if Hindu idols and inscriptions are hidden there. In 2015, six lawyers filed cases claiming that the Taj Mahal was originally a …

Debunking an urban myth about Taj Mahal
2 years, 9 months ago

Debunking an urban myth about Taj Mahal

The Hindu  

A monument of national importance, the Taj Mahal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The point hammered home was that unlike the Prime Minister who had showered flower petals on sanitation workers, Shah Jahan had chopped off the hands of those who had built the Taj Mahal. The uniqueness of Taj Mahal lies in some truly remarkable innovations carried out …

This Sleepy Town in MP is Home to Black Taj Mahal and Mumtaz Mahal’s Original Grave
2 years, 11 months ago

This Sleepy Town in MP is Home to Black Taj Mahal and Mumtaz Mahal’s Original Grave

News 18  

Having grown up in Uttar Pradesh and lived in Agra, the Taj Mahal was a familiar sight to me. The word burhan means demonstration or proof and true to its meaning, Burhanpur stands witness to the initial tears and sorrow of the grief-stricken husband and children of Mumtaz Mahal. Once a thriving Mughal city known as the ‘Gateway to the …

Madhya Pradesh man builds Taj Mahal replica with 29-feet dome; gifts it to wife as symbol of his love
3 years, 1 month ago

Madhya Pradesh man builds Taj Mahal replica with 29-feet dome; gifts it to wife as symbol of his love

Firstpost  

The Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, was made by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a symbol of love for his wife Mumtaz. Many people say it as a joke that they will gift the Taj Mahal to their loved ones, but a man from Madhya Pradesh’s Burhanpur has literally gifted a house to his wife …

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 …

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