News for 'Taj'

Taj Hotel memorial mourns terror victims

Taj Hotel memorial mourns terror victims

Rediff.com21 Dec 2008

The Taj Mahal Tower hotel, when it reopened on Sunday evening, unveiled a poignant memorial to the victims of the terror attack in its lobby atrium among lit Christmas trees, candles for the victims, reindeers and fairy lights.

Taj set to enter new Seven Wonders' list

Taj set to enter new Seven Wonders' list

Rediff.com1 Feb 2007

The new wonders of the world will be announced at a official declaration ceremony at Lisbon in Portugal on July seven.

CBI submits report on Taj case

CBI submits report on Taj case

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

Complying with the Supreme Court's directions, the CBI submitted the material -- including the report of its Superintendent of Police under whose supervision the case was investigated -- before the Lucknow court.

Naren wins MRF Taj Challenge

Naren wins MRF Taj Challenge

Rediff.com9 Jun 2003

In the process, the Coimbatore driver chalked up his sixth straight INRC victory.

6 years on, cop at Taj issues guns and booze licences

6 years on, cop at Taj issues guns and booze licences

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

For him going into the Taj was his duty just as it was controlling angry rioters at Azad Maidan in August 2012.

HC reserves order in Taj corridor case

HC reserves order in Taj corridor case

Rediff.com20 Dec 2010

The Allahabad High Court reserved its order on three PILs, challenging dropping of proceedings against Chief Minister Mayawati and her cabinet colleague Naseemuddin Siddiqui in the Taj Corridor case.

Taj hotel bustles with activity for Dec 21 opening

Taj hotel bustles with activity for Dec 21 opening

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

The Taj Palace, which stands as a grim reminder to the worst terror attack in Mumbai, is now witnessing a lot of activity with employees working tirelessly to prepare a portion of the hotel for receiving guests from December 21.

Terrorists had no to blow up Taj: NSG DG

Terrorists had no to blow up Taj: NSG DG

Rediff.com30 Nov 2008

The National Security Guard chief denied that the terrorists made any move to enter into negotiations by sending demands to the raiding commando units. "We did not received any demand from any of the terrorists," NSG Director General Jyoti Kishan Dutt said.

Anarkali Padar Rahen Hain!

Anarkali Padar Rahen Hain!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Taj: Divided by Blood, directed by Ron Scalpello, has some interesting actors playing key roles -- in his OTT debut, Dharmendra Shaikh plays Salim Chishti while Naseeruddin Shah plays Akbar.

TR Prasad's 6th resignation; this time it's Taj

TR Prasad's 6th resignation; this time it's Taj

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

On Thursday, Prasad resigned as an independent director from the board of Suven Life Sciences. Earlier this week, Prasad had resigned from the boards of GMR Infrastructure, Delhi International Airport Ltd, TVS Motor Company and castings firm Nelcast Ltd.

Sena's <i>puja</i> at Taj Mahal creats stir

Sena's puja at Taj Mahal creats stir

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

A group of Shiv Sena activists on Thursday claimed to have performed a puja at the Taj Mahal, the 17th century monument of love, creating a commotion but authorities denied that any worship took place.

What the heel! Miss Universe in trouble for shoot at Taj Mahal

What the heel! Miss Universe in trouble for shoot at Taj Mahal

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

The local Archeological Survey of India authorities are looking into a complaint that the party accompanying Miss Universe Olivia Culpo during her visit to Taj Mahal allegedly violated rules at the historic monument by advertising a brand of footwear during a photo session.

Attack may leave Rs 500 cr bill for Taj

Attack may leave Rs 500 cr bill for Taj

Rediff.com30 Nov 2008

Restoration of colonial woodwork could take almost an year.

Taj Mahal to get mudpack treatment

Taj Mahal to get mudpack treatment

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

The Times, London, reports that the 17th century monument to love is scheduled to benefit from the sort of beauty treatment prescribed in Ayurvedic tracts, and much in favor with the haute set -- namely, the mudpack.

Fate of airport near Taj hangs in limbo

Fate of airport near Taj hangs in limbo

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

What has come in the way were the rich heritage monuments - Taj Mahal to top it all, together with the Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri.

Microsoft Taj event under SC scanner

Microsoft Taj event under SC scanner

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

The US corporation organised this dance on January 30 this year at a function to roll out the retail version of Windows Vista, its new computer operating system.

Taj Residency wins award for high forex earnings

Taj Residency wins award for high forex earnings

Rediff.com28 Jan 2005

The union ministry of tourism has recognised Taj Residency, a Taj business hotel, as the 'best 5-star hotel in India' for the year 2003-04 for highest forex earnings.

You can now see Taj by moonlight

You can now see Taj by moonlight

Rediff.com7 Oct 2004

The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed the Uttar Pradesh government to open Taj Mahal for public viewing on full-moon nights.

Why Obama skipped Taj Mahal, Golden Temple

Why Obama skipped Taj Mahal, Golden Temple

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

United States President Barack Obama would have loved to spend more time in India during his November visit but time constraint is preventing him from visiting Agra's Taj Mahal and the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the White House has said.

Photo: Michael Clarke and wife at Taj Mahal

Photo: Michael Clarke and wife at Taj Mahal

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

Australian captain Michael Clarke enjoyed an off-day in Agra visiting the Taj Mahal along with his wife Kyly.

VIDEO: Saifeena's grand reception at Taj Mahal Palace

VIDEO: Saifeena's grand reception at Taj Mahal Palace

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

Tinsel town's most high-profile couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, who officially registered their marriage earlier today, became a married couple. A grand reception was hosted at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Mumbai, celebrating the grand wedding.

VIDEO: Saifeena's grand reception at Taj Mahal Palace

VIDEO: Saifeena's grand reception at Taj Mahal Palace

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

Tinsel towns most high-profile couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor, who officially registered their marriage earlier today, became a married couple. A grand reception was hosted at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Mumbai, celebrating the grand wedding.

Taj Corridor case: SC issues notice to Mayawati

Taj Corridor case: SC issues notice to Mayawati

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

The Supreme Court on Monday sought the response of former UP Chief Minister Mayawati on a plea seeking her prosecution in the Rs 17 crore Taj corridor scam case without the sanction of the Governor.

White House staff to take over Taj for 2 days

White House staff to take over Taj for 2 days

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

The iconic Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai will be off limits not only for outsiders, but also for most of the hotel's employees during US President Barack Obama's visit.

Braveheart Taj hotel guard misses playing cricket

Braveheart Taj hotel guard misses playing cricket

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

A day after terrorists besieged Mumbai on November 26, 2008, Rakesh Chawan had reported to work as private security guard of MPI at his posting at the Taj Mahal Hotel, one of the sites of the horrific attacks. Little did he know that a few hours later he would come face-to-face with one of the terrorists holed up inside the hotel.

Taj Mahal to get 'mud-pack treatment' soon

Taj Mahal to get 'mud-pack treatment' soon

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

The iconic Taj Mahal, which finds its place among the seven wonders of the world, is set to receive a 'mud-pack treatment' to restore the natural sheen of the white marble which is yellowing due to high pollution level.

Experts study tilt in Taj's minarets

Experts study tilt in Taj's minarets

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

The team studied for two days till Thursday the inclination of the four minarets of the 17th century monument of love that was voted earlier this month as one of the new seven wonders of the world.

Box Office: Banjo, Wah Taj, Parched flop

Box Office: Banjo, Wah Taj, Parched flop

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives us the weekly box office verdict.

Taj corridor: Mulayam's clean chit to chief secy

Taj corridor: Mulayam's clean chit to chief secy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2003

"We have thoroughly examined whatever papers we have received. The chief secretary was found innocent in the inquiry conducted by the government in the disproportionate assets case," the UP chief minister told reporters in New Delhi.

Taj case deferred till June 5

Taj case deferred till June 5

Rediff.com1 Jun 2007

The hearing before the special CBI court was put off after one of the six accused sought more time to file some documents to a CBI plea in connection with the case.

See Parineeti-Raghav's Wedding Reception Invite

See Parineeti-Raghav's Wedding Reception Invite

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Wedding preparations for Parineeti Chopra and AAP leader Raghav Chadha are in full swing.

Modi tells IPL fans not to stay at Taj Hotels

Modi tells IPL fans not to stay at Taj Hotels

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

Indian Premier League (IPL) has a rather surprising request for fans -- stay in hotels other than Taj Hotels run by top corporate house Tata, saying even the teams are not staying there. Arguably the most controversial cricket administrator IPL commissioner Lalit Modi, said in a post on micro-blogging social networking website Twitter that IPL is "not using Taj Hotels in any city."

Taj Krishna decked for Sania-Shoaib reception

Taj Krishna decked for Sania-Shoaib reception

Rediff.com15 Apr 2010

Hyderabad's Taj Krishna hotel is fully decked for the grand reception of Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza and Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik, which is being hosted by the Mirzas, three days after India's tennis sensation Sania Mirza married popular Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik.

Tata Nano may ferry Taj hotel guests

Tata Nano may ferry Taj hotel guests

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

Tata-promoted Taj Hotels may decide to add the Nano to their line of chauffeur-driven cars used for guest transfers.

'After Taj hotel, Headley visited Trident too'

'After Taj hotel, Headley visited Trident too'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

American terror suspect David Headley had also stayed at Oberoi Trident besides the Taj -- the two hotels attacked on 26/11 -- before the Mumbai carnage, reinforcing suspicion of his link with the audacious strike, according to investigators on Friday.

CCTVs to installed in Taj Mahal

CCTVs to installed in Taj Mahal

Rediff.com10 Aug 2005

The decision was taken at a meeting between Archeological Survey of India Director General C Babu Rajeev\nand Central Industrial Security Force Inspector General Radhakrishnan Kinne yesterday

Recipe: The JRD Club Sandwich

Recipe: The JRD Club Sandwich

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Treat yourself to two of Chef Satish Arora's signature five-star dishes.

Taj, Oberoi under pressure from foreign hotel chains

Taj, Oberoi under pressure from foreign hotel chains

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

The influx of such international hotels chains into India over the last two years has led to a sharp correction in room rates, not just in Pune but also in other hot spots like Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi and Goa.