Taj Hotel on Friday said rescue and recovery operations by security forces are continuing at its landmark property in Mumbai.

"Rescue and recovery operations by the security forces are continuing at the Taj Mahal [Images] Palace and Tower, Mumbai. The hotel management and staff are working closely with the relevant authorities and providing full cooperation to them for the safety and security of all our guests and staff," the company said in a statement.

Condoling the loss of lives in the terrorist attack, it said: "Everyone at the Taj Hotels is greatly saddened by the recent act of terrorism. Our deepest condolences go out to the families of those who have lost their lives across the city of Mumbai."

The firm said it has set up a 24x7 helpline to provide updates to the families of its guests who have checked into the hotel since November 26 onwards.

The helpline numbers are +9122664322/66574372 for India and +1800111825 for international calls.

It said, guests from the hotel have been moved to other properties of the firm -- Taj President, Taj Wellington Mews and Taj Lands End, where help desks have been established.