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The Taj Mahal faces water seepage in its dome, detected by the ASI at 73 meters. Repairs will take six months due to deteriorated mortar, weakened structures, and rusted iron rods. The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the world, is now facing a worrying problem. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has detected a water seepage point in the dome of the Taj Mahal at a height of 73 metres during thermal scanning. According to the sources, the dome is curr
GURGAON: The investigation into the murder of a 25-year-old former international tennis player, allegedly by her father, has revealed a sudden deterioration in their relationship. The apparent reason was a disagreement over the academy she ran near their house, but the roots clearly run deeper. The father, who claims to have spent Rs 2 crore on his daughter's tennis career, told interrogators he was troubled by questions about her "character" that some of his associates had raised.Deepak Yadav, who shot Radhika at their house Thursday morning, had allegedly been insisting for two weeks on her ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed delight over the inclusion of the 'Maratha Military Landscapes' in the UNESCO World Heritage List, marking the country's 44th property to receive this prestigious recognition. India is currently a member of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for the term 2021-25. Taking to X, PM Modi said, "Every Indian is elated with this recognition. These 'Maratha Military Landscapes' include 12 majestic forts, 11 of which are in Maharashtra and 1 is in Tamil Nadu." Highlighting the significance of the Maratha Empire, ...Read More >
Mumbai: The whole of Maharashtra and India rejoiced on Friday as 12 majestic forts associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (11 in Maharashtra and one in Tamil Nadu) were inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While PM Modi and other senior leaders welcomed the announcement, MNS chief Raj Thackeray on Saturday urged the government to act responsibly and ensure strict conservation measures. Last evening, UNESCO announced that it has accorded the status of World Heritage Sites to 12 forts built by Maharashtra's beloved and greatest King Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, naming it 'Maratha Mili ...Read More >
India added another feather to its cultural cap as the Maratha Military Landscapes of India have been officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The announcement was made on July 12 during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee in Paris, marking a major milestone in recognising the Maratha Empire's military ingenuity and fortification architecture.This inclusion brings India's tally of UNESCO-recognised heritage sites to 44, spanning cultural, historical, and natural import ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking judicial intervention to restrain or regulate the release and exhibition of the upcoming film 'The Taj Story', alleging that the movie distorts historical facts and poses a threat to communal harmony and the dignity of national heritage. The petition, filed by Shakeel Abbas through advocate Shakil Sheikh, seeks an "order or direction seeking safeguards against the release and exhibition of the film 'The Taj Story' in order to protect communal harmony and preserve the dignity ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 30 (PTI) There are no lies in "The Taj Story", nor is it an attempt to create a Hindu-Muslim divide, says veteran actor Paresh Rawal, who claims the film presents verified facts about the world-famous monument and will, in fact, boost tourism. Rawal won't go into the details about the facts that the movie seeks to present but he stressed that whatever is shown is backed by research, not fabricated drama. "In our cinema, there is a lot of 'hanky panky' and lies here and there. There are no lies, only facts here... When the script came, I read it and I liked it. What I liked about ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 14 (ANI): Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi on Monday criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for "politicising" the inclusion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's 12 forts in UNESCO's World Heritage List. UBT's Rajya Sabha MP said that while inclusion of the forts is a cause for the celebration for the whole of Maharashtra, the BJP should have also released a joint statement along with the other political parties to celebrate Maratha history. Also Read | Double Murder Shocks Delhi: 2 Best Friends Die After Stabbing Each Other in Khyala, Police Pro ...Read More >
New Delhi (CNN) -- One of India's most ambitious aviation projects, touted to be among the largest in South Asia, has been inaugurated more than four years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially kicked off the project. "I am happy that I had the privilege of laying the foundation stone of this airport and also inaugurating it," Modi said in a ceremony held at the airport on March 28. The announcement provides much-needed PR for India's struggling aviation industry, especially as the world copes with the fuel shortage amid the US and Israel's war with Iran, which has blocked many ships ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday said that the UNESCO's move to grant World Heritage Site status to 12 forts, including 11 from Maharashtra and one from Tamil Nadu is a matter of great pride for the entire Maharashtra and the country. In a statement, CM Fadnavis said: "Eleven forts in Maharashtra including Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Panhala, Shivneri, Lohagad , Salher, Sindhudurg, Swarnadurg, Vijaydurg, Khanderi and Gingee fort in Tamil Nadu have been declared as World Heritage Sites. These forts built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is a ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 14 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, with other leaders of the Mahayuti alliance celebrated the inclusion of 12 forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the UNESCO World Heritage List. At the 47th Session of the World Heritage Committee, India official nomination for 2024-25 cycle, Maratha Military Landscapes of India got inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming India 44th property to receive this recognition. Speaking about the inclusion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj forts ...Read More >
Jammu, Jul 18 (PTI) Senior officials of the Jammu and Kashmir government reviewed the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the 13-day-long Budha Amarnath pilgrimage in Poonch district that will begin on July 28. Deputy Inspector General of Police Tejinder Singh reviewed security in Poonch and stressed ensuring the safety of the devotees. "The first batch will depart from the Bhagwati Nagar basecamp in Jammu on July 28, moving towards the Mandi tehsil in Poonch in a regulated convoy amid full security arrangements," a spokesperson said. Jammu Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar and Inspec ...Read More >
Puri, Jul 7 (PTI) Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) in Puri on Monday announced that the ASI has completed repair of the 12th century shrine's 'Ratna Bhandar' (treasury) and inventory-related work will begin after approval of the state government. This was announced in a joint press briefing by SJTA Chief Administrator Arabinda Padhee and Archaeological Survey of India's (ASI) Superintending Archaeologist, D B Garnayak here. ASI is the custodian of the 65-metre-tall imposing temple in the seaside town. "By the infinite grace of the Lord, the conservation and renovation work of th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): In a remarkable decision taken at the 47th Session of the World Heritage Committee, India's official nomination for 2024-25 cycle, 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' got inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming India's 44th property to receive this recognition. This global accolade celebrates India's enduring cultural legacy, showcasing its diverse traditions of architectural brilliance, regional identity, and historical continuity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, along with Chief Minister of Mahar ...Read More >
UNESCO has inscribed 'Maratha Military Landscapes,' comprising Pratapgad Fort and many more. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Conservation of 12 Shivaji Maharaj forts will follow a 10-year comprehensive plan * UNESCO listed 12 forts, including Raigad, Rajgad, and Gingee, as Maratha Military Landscapes * The plan prioritizes high-footfall areas and includes heritage-friendly community integration Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: C ...Read More >
India celebrates a new UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' joins the prestigious list. This includes 12 forts, mainly in Maharashtra, with one in Tamil Nadu. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his joy. He highlighted the Maratha Empire's good governance and social welfare focus. The inscription occurred at the 47th World Heritage Committee session in Paris. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday stated that every India is elated with this recognition and ...Read More >
Puri, Jul 8 (PTI) The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has completed the repair work of the Puri Jagannath temple's Ratna Bhandar or treasury, and inventory-related work will begin after approval of the state government, an official said. The announcement was made by Shree Jagannath Temple Administration's Chief Administrator Arabinda Padhee and ASI's Superintending Archaeologist DB Garnayak at a press conference on Monday. ASI is the custodian of the 12th-century shrine in the seaside town. "By the infinite grace of the Lord, the conservation and renovation work of the Ratna Bhandar, b ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a historic decision at the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee in Paris, UNESCO has inscribed the 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' on its World Heritage List, marking India's 44th globally recognised heritage property. This prestigious recognition celebrates the architectural brilliance, strategic military vision, and enduring cultural traditions of the Maratha Empire, spanning from the 17th to the 19th centuries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hail ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed happiness after the 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' earned the UNESCO World Heritage status, saying that it is a moment of immense pride for all countrymen. In a post on X, Amit Shah said, 'It is a moment of immense pride for all countrymen that UNESCO has included 12 forts associated with the life of Maharajadhiraj Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the UNESCO World Heritage list.' 'Just a few days ago, I visited the Raigad Fort and had a spiritual experience of the symbols associated with the life of Chhatrapati S ...Read More >
Ajmer, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) The final hearing in the high-profile Ajmer Dargah dispute case will take place in the Ajmer Civil Court on Saturday, with both sides scheduled to present their concluding responses. The court is expected to deliberate on the maintainability of the petition filed by Hindu Sena National President Vishnu Gupta, who claims that the revered Sufi shrine was built over a demolished Hindu temple. During the last hearing held on May 31, the court indicated it would decide whether Gupta's petition is legally sustainable. Prior to that, Gupta had submitted a stay appli ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed happiness after the 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' earned the UNESCO World Heritage status, saying that it is a moment of immense pride for all countrymen. In a post on X, Amit Shah said, 'It is a moment of immense pride for all countrymen that UNESCO has included 12 forts associated with the life of Maharajadhiraj Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the UNESCO World Heritage list.' 'Just a few days ago, I visited the Raigad Fort and had a spiritual experience of the symbols associated with the life of Chhatrapati S ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a win for India, 'Maratha Military Landscapes', representing extraordinary fortification and military system envisioned by the Maratha rulers, was on Friday inscribed on the coveted UNESCO World Heritage List. This is India's 44th property to receive the recognition. "This global accolade celebrates India's enduring cultural legacy, showcasing its diverse traditions of architectural brilliance, regional identity and historical continuity," the Culture Ministry said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, along with Maharashtra Chief Minist ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 14 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, with other leaders of the Mahayuti alliance celebrated the inclusion of 12 forts of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the UNESCO World Heritage List. At the 47th Session of the World Heritage Committee, India's official nomination for 2024-25 cycle, 'Maratha Military Landscapes of India' got inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming India's 44th property to receive this recognition. Also Read | Tesla Showroom Opening in Mumbai on July 15; Ch ...Read More >
Kolkata, Sep 16 (PTI) Economist and former CPI(M) leader Prasenjit Bose joined the Congress during a programme in the metropolis, and asserted that he would support the party in its fight to "save the Constitution". Bose (51) became a part of the Congress at a formal joining ceremony here on Monday in the presence of party leaders Ghulam Ahmad Mir, Syed Naseer Hussain and Kanhaiya Kumar, besides state unit president Subhankar Sarkar. "We have to protect the Constitution, establish a government that is non-communal. Only the Congress can do that. I have joined the Congress to be part of its fi ...Read More >
Shakhrisabz, a historic city in the Kashkadarya region of Uzbekistan, has steadily been making its mark as a must-visit destination for those interested in exploring the country's rich cultural heritage. Known for its connection to the legendary conqueror Amir Timur (also known as Tamerlane), Shakhrisabz is not only a significant historical site but also an extraordinary place to witness the timeless beauty of Timurid architecture. As more travelers seek unique destinations beyond the usual tourist hubs, Shakhrisabz's combination of stunning landscapes, historical landmarks, and traditional ex ...Read More >
BHUBANESWAR: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has declared the ancient Swapneswar Mahadev temple in Banpur of Khurda district as a monument of national importance. The ornate temple, which is in ruins, is believed to be of the 7th century period when Sailodbhavas were ruling the region. It will now be under the monitoring and safeguarding of ASI, informed the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The living temple (currently under worship) was under the conservation and maintenance control of the State Endowment Commission. Sources said the temple has been in a neglected state fo ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 12 (PTI) New Delhi, Jul 12 (PTI) A voluminous dossier, a dedicated coffee-table book, and a spirited campaign helped India navigate challenges, including a "deferral" recommendation, to earn the inscription of the 'Maratha Military Landscapes' on the UNESCO World Heritage List. On Friday, the World Heritage Committee (WHC) at its 47th session held in Paris, inscribed India's serial nomination consisting of 12 forts, representing extraordinary fortification and military system envisioned by the Maratha rulers, on the coveted list. While the journey from the nomination to the in ...Read More >
MARTOLI, India (AP) -- Dozens of dilapidated stone buildings are what is left of the once-thriving border village of Martoli, in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Nestled in Johar Valley and surrounded by Himalayan peaks -- the most notable being Nanda Devi, once considered the tallest mountain in the world -- this village had traded sugar, lentils, spices and cloth for salt and wool with Tibetans across the border. The nomadic occupants of several villages spent the winter months in the plains collecting goods to be traded with Tibetans in the summer. But the border was sealed after ...Read More >
New Delhi: Actor Paresh Rawal's upcoming film The Taj Story has sparked a huge controversy over its poster depicting him removing the dome of the Taj Mahal and a statue of Lord Shiva emerging from it, prompting the filmmakers to say it does not "deal with any religious matters". Presented by Swarnim Global Service Pvt Ltd, the movie is directed by Tushar Amrish Goel and produced by CA Suresh Jha. Rawal and the filmmakers released the poster of the film Monday. The poster caption reads, "What if everything you've been taught is a lie? The truth isn't just hidden; it's being judged. Unveil the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 12 (ANI): Ahead of the Bihar assembly elections, Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) president Chirag Paswan received a death threat on social media, his party spokesperson Rajesh Bhatt said on Friday. Bhatt also filed a complaint at the Cyber Police Station in Patna in the matter. As per the written complaint, the death threat was issued by an Instagram user under the name 'Tiger Meraj Idisi'. 'The threat was issued due to Paswan's growing popularity. The act 'clearly reflects criminal intent and involvement in unlawful activities,' Bhatt said in his ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Actor Paresh Rawal's upcoming film "The Taj Story" has sparked a huge controversy over its poster depicting him removing the dome of the Taj Mahal and a statue of Lord Shiva emerging from it, prompting the filmmakers to say it does not "deal with any religious matters". Presented by Swarnim Global Service Pvt Ltd, the movie is directed by Tushar Amrish Goel and produced by CA Suresh Jha. Rawal and the filmmakers released the poster of the film on Monday. The poster caption reads, "What if everything you've been taught is a lie? The truth isn't just hidden; it's being ...Read More >