News for 'Taj'

Goodbye Bappa, Says India

Goodbye Bappa, Says India

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Across the nation, Lord Ganeshas large and small make their way to the sea, to lakes, ponds or man-made water bodies where the Visarjan ceremony takes place.

Desperate Housewives' Eva Longoria visits Taj Mahal

Desperate Housewives' Eva Longoria visits Taj Mahal

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

A look at Eva Longoria's visit to India in pictures!

Remembering Dr Singh, Finance Minister

Remembering Dr Singh, Finance Minister

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'The critical event signalling a new era for India was Dr Singh's 1991 Budget in which he quoted Victor Hugo to say that no power on earth could stop an idea whose time has come,' recalls T N Ninan.

Unapologetically Chic: Amyra, Karishma, Shibani...

Unapologetically Chic: Amyra, Karishma, Shibani...

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Take tips for these celebs on how to give a stylish spin to head-to-toe black outfits.

No 'namaz' by non-locals at Taj Mahal mosque: SC

No 'namaz' by non-locals at Taj Mahal mosque: SC

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

A bench of Justices A K Sikri and Ashok Bhushan observed that there were several other mosques in Agra and the non-residents could offer the customary prayers there.

Taj Mahal moonlight viewing extended

Taj Mahal moonlight viewing extended

Rediff.com21 Nov 2005

A yearlong extension of the night viewing of the white marble structure, housing the tombs of Mughal emperor Shah Jehan and his love Mumtaj Mahal, was to expire on November 25.

Yogi visits Taj Mahal, calls it a gem, sweeps road outside

Yogi visits Taj Mahal, calls it a gem, sweeps road outside

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

Over 14,000 policemen were deployed across the city for the security of Adityanath.

How Ratan Tata reacted when govt picked BMW bullet-proof cars over TaMo

How Ratan Tata reacted when govt picked BMW bullet-proof cars over TaMo

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

On another occasion, he recalled, as part of the SPG, he was tasked with the security of the then prime minister Manmohan Singh and assigned the responsibility of escorting Tata from Taj Mansingh Hotel in New Delhi.

Strays of south Mumbai lose their best friend Ratan Tata

Strays of south Mumbai lose their best friend Ratan Tata

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Bombay House is different from any other conglomerate's headquarters. While every visitor is frisked at the entrance of the colonial-era building, one should not be surprised to see a street dog stroll in nonchalantly. For decades, specific instructions have been issued to the staff to allow a free entry and exit for the strays who may want to come in.

UP govt files 'vision document' before SC to save Taj

UP govt files 'vision document' before SC to save Taj

Rediff.com24 Jul 2018

The vision document was submitted after an angry apex court on July 11 lashed out the state government for its apathy towards the 17th century Mughal era monument

Recipe: Devraj's Bittersweet Chocolate Pave With A Hazelnut Crust

Recipe: Devraj's Bittersweet Chocolate Pave With A Hazelnut Crust

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Nuts, whiskey, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, cream... Can anything be more wicked?

Recipe: Lajjaya's Kullu Soybean Kachoris

Recipe: Lajjaya's Kullu Soybean Kachoris

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

An age-old recipe for a savoury dish from Himachal Pradesh.

Delhi's Taj Mansingh Hotel now COVID-19 facility

Delhi's Taj Mansingh Hotel now COVID-19 facility

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

Delhi government authorities on Tuesday issued an order asking luxury Taj Mansingh Hotel to have its rooms and premises be placed at the disposal of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for using it as an attached COVID-19 facility.

Taj to debut in Bhutan soon

Taj to debut in Bhutan soon

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Taj Leisure Hotels will open its first property in Bhutan soon. Called Taj Tashi, the hotel will be set up in Thimphu at an investment of Rs 50 crore.

Macrons visit Taj Mahal, tour to Varanasi tomorrow

Macrons visit Taj Mahal, tour to Varanasi tomorrow

Rediff.com11 Mar 2018

Macron and Modi will participate in several programmes in Varanasi, including a boat ride on river Ganga.

Mumbai's Taj Hotel, airport receive terror threat

Mumbai's Taj Hotel, airport receive terror threat

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

Mumbai's famous Taj Mahal Hotel and the domestic and international airport terminals are on high alert after receiving a terror threat.

Wah Taj! 5 things you HAVE to do in Agra

Wah Taj! 5 things you HAVE to do in Agra

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

There is much more than Taj Mahal to see and experience in this historical Indian city.

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'Ratan had the quality that JRD and Russi Mody had -- they could walk with kings and never lose the common touch.'

Hearing on Taj Mahal hotel postponed

Hearing on Taj Mahal hotel postponed

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

The lease extension for the property expires in October.

Meet Fashion Darlings: Disha, Isha, Ridhima...

Meet Fashion Darlings: Disha, Isha, Ridhima...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

They continue to outdo themselves on the red carpet!

Now it's the Obamas' turn to say 'Wah Taj'

Now it's the Obamas' turn to say 'Wah Taj'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

Unable to visit the monument during his first visit to India, US President Barack Obama made enquiries about it with ASI guide. Kavita Chowdhury reports.

Share your BEST photograph of the Taj Mahal!

Share your BEST photograph of the Taj Mahal!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2013

Tell us about your visit to this Wonder of the World along with a picture. We'll publish the best ones here.

Tata Group stocks rise up to 10%

Tata Group stocks rise up to 10%

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Shares of Tata Group companies on Thursday rose up to 10 per cent, with Tata Chemicals and Tata Teleservices among the major gainers. Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata, who played a key role in transforming the group into a global conglomerate, passed away late on Wednesday. He was 86. "Investors can pay tribute to Ratan Tata and the great corporate empire he built by buying stocks like TCS, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Tata Consumer and Indian Hotels.

Taj heads for Seychelles

Taj heads for Seychelles

Rediff.com5 Nov 2004

Taj Mahotsav hits roadblock

Taj Mahotsav hits roadblock

Rediff.com27 Sep 2004

The court said the permission of the Archaeological Society of India and Union Home Ministry is necessary for the event.

Taj's Vivanta enters Gurgaon

Taj's Vivanta enters Gurgaon

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

Joins Leela Kempinski, Oberoi and Crowne Plaza in the city.

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'The security guards at the stadium did not recognise him. He kept saying he was Zakir Hussain but they did not permit him to enter.' 'Zakir bhai was calm and told me it is not their fault. They were doing their job.'

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Vidya Balan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary by recreating some of her iconic looks.

E-ticketing for Taj Mahal to begin soon

E-ticketing for Taj Mahal to begin soon

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

E-ticketing for Taj Mahal to begin soon.

Taj Mahal was Shiva temple, Tejo Mahal, says BJP MP

Taj Mahal was Shiva temple, Tejo Mahal, says BJP MP

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

BJP leader Vinay Katiyar said like a Shiva temple, water drips from the ceiling in the Taj Mahal.

Taj Mansingh might get another lease extension

Taj Mansingh might get another lease extension

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

The city's landmark five-star Taj Mahal hotel, popularly called the Taj Mansingh after the road it's situated on, is likely to get yet another lease extension.

Myriad art at Taj

Myriad art at Taj

Rediff.com15 Mar 2003

Was Taj Mahal a Shiv temple?

Was Taj Mahal a Shiv temple?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2005

His statement came close on the heels of claims of ownership of the Taj by the Shia community and Uttar Pradesh Sunni Waqf board with the support of Azam Khan, UP minister for parliamentary affairs.

Islamic State warns of attack on Taj Mahal, security beefed up

Islamic State warns of attack on Taj Mahal, security beefed up

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

The security was jacked up after a website showed graphics of the Taj Mahal with a terrorist standing alongside holding what looked like a weapon.

Review: Taj Mahal

Review: Taj Mahal

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

Taj Mahal blends pure romance with a right portion of sentiment and a bit of humour. And it is ably complimented by its excellent music and brilliant cinematography. The film also underlines the importance of parents' contribution to the future of their children, and how such an important factor is missed out by today's youngsters.

Taj Group enters Dubai with 296-room luxury hotel

Taj Group enters Dubai with 296-room luxury hotel

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Taj Group enters Dubai with 296-room luxury hotel.

Taj to develop two hotels in China

Taj to develop two hotels in China

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

The Indian Hotels Company Ltd, operator of the Taj brands of hotels, on Monday formed a joint venture with Yunnan Tourism Co Ltd to develop and manage two hotels in China's Yunnan province.

Corporate honchos trapped in Taj safe?

Corporate honchos trapped in Taj safe?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

Top executives from Hindustan Unilever (HUL) including chairman Harish Manwani and Nitin Paranjpe, managing director are in the Taj Hotel. Top officials from Ispat Industries are in The Trident, according to media reports. The Ispat office at Nariman point is closed today.

Bengal's tea industry seeks a new flavour

Bengal's tea industry seeks a new flavour

Rediff.com1 May 2024

The alpona (artwork) on the steep, winding road leading to Makaibari bears testimony to the visit of G20 delegates for the second tourism working group meeting in April last year. The lush tea bushes, the delegates joining in for the moonlight plucking of Silver Tips Imperial first flush, a favourite of late Queen Elizabeth II, cut a picture of mystical magic. But it's not the Kurseong tea garden's only shining moment - the last few years have been busy for the estate and its bungalow.

Taj Exotica rolls out the red carpet for BRICS summit

Taj Exotica rolls out the red carpet for BRICS summit

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

The hotel has currently turned into a high security zone with guests living there moved out to other facilities of the Taj group.