Old Monuments
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ASI plans to do away with central protection for 18 ‘untraceable’ monuments
The structures were chosen from a list of 24 such sites that the Union culture ministry had submitted to a parliamentary standing committee in December.
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Delhi’s Central Vista tells ‘the history of India’. Why is the Modi government redeveloping it?
The 3.2-km stretch includes the Parliament, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the India Gate war memorial.
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ASI order stops Muslims from offering namaz in Taj Mahal except on Fridays: Report
The Supreme Court ruled in July that only Agra residents would be allowed to offer Friday namaz in the mosque located inside the Taj Mahal complex.
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Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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‘Supporter of BJP met me’: Surat candidates on the various reasons they withdrew from the election
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BJP’s street-fighters in coastal Karnataka want a share in power
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Microcontrollers in EVMs, VVPATs do not recognise party and candidate, observes Supreme Court
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Taj Mahal: Supreme Court asks pollution control board, UP government for steps to preserve monument
The court said the vision document should be prepared taking into account pollution in the Taj Trapezium Zone.
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Centre identifies officers responsible for maintaining Taj Trapezium Zone
Supreme Court told that joint secretary of environment ministry and commissioner of Agra Division will be responsible for maintenance.
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Supreme Court asks Centre, UP government to identify one authority to maintain Taj Mahal
Justice Madan Lokur criticised the state for preparing a vision document on protecting the monument without consulting the Archaeological Survey of India.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Archaeological Survey of India lifts ban on photography at protected monuments
But it will continue to banned at the Taj Mahal, the Ajanta caves and Leh Palace in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Only Agra residents allowed to offer namaz inside Taj Mahal complex, rules Supreme Court
The court said the 16th Century monument was one of the seven wonders of the world, and should be preserved.
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Indian History Congress perturbed by Centre’s decision to let private firm adopt Red Fort
The organisation said the government should put the deal on hold until it is reviewed by a recognised body of experts.
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The Reel
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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In Cannes-bound ‘In Retreat’, a Ladakh that has rarely been seen before
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‘The monument has not been handed over,’ says Centre after row over private firm adopting Red Fort
The Ministry of Tourism said the MoU signed with the Dalmia Bharat group was only meant for the development and operations of the site.
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Photos: In Gujarat, Junagadh's stunningly beautiful monuments are crumbling with neglect
Tip: go and visit it before it’s gone.
Shoaib Daniyal
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Archaeological Survey of India suggests limiting visiting hours at Taj Mahal to 3-4 hours
It also proposed issuing tickets in a number of colours – one for a particular duration or session that would be invalid beyond the specified time.
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The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller
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Boxing: Preeti to headline India’s 50-member squad for Asian U-22 & Youth Boxing Championship
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Odisha FC beat Mohun Bagan Super Giant in first leg of semi-final