News for 'Tajness'

Taj Mahal may COLLAPSE in five years!

Taj Mahal may COLLAPSE in five years!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

The Taj Mahal will collapse within five years unless urgent action is taken to fix its rotting foundations, campaigners have warned.

Tatas to give new look to Taj hotels

Tatas to give new look to Taj hotels

Rediff.com26 Nov 2003

In a bid to grab the larger market share in the hospitality industry and strengthen its brand, Tatas-owned Taj Group of hotels has launched a major upgradation programme of its business hotels both in India and overseas.

Taj Mahal visit on NBA superstar Kevin Durant's bucket list

Taj Mahal visit on NBA superstar Kevin Durant's bucket list

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

NBA superstar Kevin Durant will be visiting India later this year, aiming to support Indian basketball and see the Taj Mahal, which has been on his bucket list.

Taj inks deal to manage ETA's Dubai property

Taj inks deal to manage ETA's Dubai property

Rediff.com6 Apr 2006

Taj will manage the hotel for 10 years after its commissioning in 2009.\n

Hillary meets Taj,Trident staff who survived 26/11

Hillary meets Taj,Trident staff who survived 26/11

Rediff.com18 Jul 2009

United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Saturday morning met the staff of Taj Hotel and Hotel Trident, which had been held under siege by terrorists, during the terror attack on Mumbai in November last year."I am pleased and touched to meet you," Hillary told them.She also signed a remembrance book for 26/11 victims at Hotel Taj.

Cong resolves to make INDIA an 'electoral success'

Cong resolves to make INDIA an 'electoral success'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

The Congress on Saturday resolved to make the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) an 'ideological and electoral success' to free the country from 'divisive politics' and ensure that people get a government that is sensitive and accountable.

Blow to Indian Hotels as SC okays e-auction of Taj Mansingh

Blow to Indian Hotels as SC okays e-auction of Taj Mansingh

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

The court, however, asked the civic body to grant six months "breathing time" to the company in vacating the hotel in case they lose out in the e-auction.

Review: Wah Taj is an amateur attempt at satire

Review: Wah Taj is an amateur attempt at satire

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The film's execution is too farcical to create an impact, says Raja Sen!

New CWC holds first meet, years later outside Delhi

New CWC holds first meet, years later outside Delhi

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Top Congress leaders held deliberations on Saturday at the first meeting of the new Congress Working Committee (CWC) focusing on preparing a comprehensive road map for ensuring the party's victory in the upcoming assembly polls in five states and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

AI offers free stay for customers' spouse at Taj

AI offers free stay for customers' spouse at Taj

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Earlier this month, the carrier had announced 'Spouse Plus Offer', wherein the spouse of a customer travelling on certain domestic routes in executive class could do so for free. The offer, which became effective on January 7, would be valid till February 28.

Taj, other monuments safe after Nepal quake: ASI

Taj, other monuments safe after Nepal quake: ASI

Rediff.com8 May 2015

The Archaeological Survey of India on Friday declared Taj Mahal and all other monuments under it "safe" after conducting a detailed assessment in the wake of the devastating quake that wrecked Nepal and reverberated through several states in northern and eastern India.

Heard of the Taj Mahal in Bhopal?

Heard of the Taj Mahal in Bhopal?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2006

"The ruins in Bhopal have no parallel in the world. The locals seem obsessed with the idea of razing old structures to make way for commercial complexes."

Cameron Diaz wants to see the Taj Mahal

Cameron Diaz wants to see the Taj Mahal

Rediff.com7 Oct 2009

The actress wants to see the universal symbol of love, and palaces of Jaipur in India.

A rare copy of Quran, saved by RSS-inspired body, on display at ISC

A rare copy of Quran, saved by RSS-inspired body, on display at ISC

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

An official of the organisation that has displayed the gold ink Quran on Tuesday said there are only four copies of this holy book in the world.

26/11 attackers called Taj steward a traitor

26/11 attackers called Taj steward a traitor

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

Adil said the terrorists asked him about his religion and when he told them that he was a Muslim, they said, "Ghanta Musalman hai, Jehad ke naam par kalank hai. Gaddar Musalman hai" (You are not a Muslim, youa a blot on Jehad. You are a Muslim traitor).

Taj stay was a 'message' to terrorists: Hillary

Taj stay was a 'message' to terrorists: Hillary

Rediff.com21 Jul 2009

United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said that by staying at the Taj Hotel in Mumbai, targeted during 26/11 attacks, she wanted to send the message that the US and India will work together to "stamp out" terrorism and are "not giving in" to terrorists.

ED probes land deals involving Priyanka Gandhi, Robert Vadra

ED probes land deals involving Priyanka Gandhi, Robert Vadra

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Purchase of three plots of land in Haryana in 2005-06 by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law Robert Vadra from a real estate agent is being probed along with a land deal made by his wife Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) claimed in a recently filed money laundering case charge sheet.

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'

Taj scam: Official retired on SC orders

Taj scam: Official retired on SC orders

Rediff.com25 Oct 2004

The Centre has recommended compulsory retirement of former Union environment secretary K C Mishra for his alleged involvement in the Taj Heritage Corridor scam.

Corporate biggies romancing the Taj

Corporate biggies romancing the Taj

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

Rs 70-crore advertising blitz to support the "Vote for Taj" campaign.

Stacy Martin in Mumbai terrorist attack-based film Taj Mahal

Stacy Martin in Mumbai terrorist attack-based film Taj Mahal

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Nymphomaniac star Stacy Martin will be starring in upcoming thriller Taj Mahal, which is based on the 2008 bombings in Mumbai, India.

Enhanced security around Taj Mahal

Enhanced security around Taj Mahal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2006

'Priyanka Chopra Was A Clear Winner'

'Priyanka Chopra Was A Clear Winner'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'Priyanka has done very well in Bollywood and Hollywood. But had she joined politics, it might have been a different story altogether. Given how ambitious she was, she would have made a good youth leader. She might even have launched her own party,' says Sathya Saran

It's A Big Night For Rakul, Sonakshi, Kartik

It's A Big Night For Rakul, Sonakshi, Kartik

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

The purple carpet was rolled out for the OTTplay Awards 2023.

ICICI, Kingfisher, Taj top brands in Asia-Pacific

ICICI, Kingfisher, Taj top brands in Asia-Pacific

Rediff.com5 Sep 2008

Three Indian brands -- ICICI, Kingfisher and Taj -- have emerged as the most admired consumer brands across Asia-Pacific alongside global majors like LG, Sony, Cadbury, HP and Nokia in their respective segments.

Taj staff's selfless service, a case study at Harvard

Taj staff's selfless service, a case study at Harvard

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

The heroic response by employees of Mumbai's landmark Taj Hotel during the 26/11 terror attacks is now a case study at Harvard Business School that focusses on the staff's selfless service for its customers and how they went beyond their call of duty to save lives.

Bush to miss date with the Taj

Bush to miss date with the Taj

Rediff.com24 Feb 2006

On what he will choose between cricket and a Bollywood movie, Bush said he was more a 'cricket match person.'

SC clarifies verdict on Mayawati relates to Taj corridor case

SC clarifies verdict on Mayawati relates to Taj corridor case

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

The Supreme Court on Thursday clarified that its judgement on former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati was only in Taj Corridor case and it did not go into other aspects including merits of allegation of disproportionate assets amassed by the Bahujan Samaj Party supremo.

No security lapses at the Taj:  SC

No security lapses at the Taj: SC

Rediff.com20 Jan 2005

The court said the Taj Mahal would remain open to public during moonlit nights as per schedule.

Another twist in Taj corridor case

Another twist in Taj corridor case

Rediff.com25 Feb 2010

The was a lot of drama on Thursday at the court of acting chief justice Amitabh Lala at the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad High Court. A battery of lawyers vehemently opposing an application for withdrawal of a Public Interest Litigation seeking prosecution of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati for her alleged involvement in the Rs 175 crore Taj Heritage Corridor scam.

Why Sahir Ludhianvi Is Relevant Today

Why Sahir Ludhianvi Is Relevant Today

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

While the country is gripped by Ram Mandir frenzy, Danish Husain -- without shouting from the rooftops -- silently staged his opinion with this play on one of India's best-known poets, observes Neeta Kolhatkar.

Taj is more beautiful than me: Aishwarya

Taj is more beautiful than me: Aishwarya

Rediff.com3 Dec 2004

"Taj is a beautiful piece of architecture, more beautiful than me. I've always regarded it with admiration as it embodies love," Rai said.

Tatas to open Taj resort in Mauritius

Tatas to open Taj resort in Mauritius

Rediff.com30 Jun 2004

Armed with Rs 650 crore (Rs 6.50 billion) fund for acquisitions, Tata Group firm Indian Hotels Company said on Wednesday that it would open one Taj exotica resort in Mauritius.

Karan Deol Gets Married

Karan Deol Gets Married

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Karan Deol and Drisha Acharya wed on Sunday, June 18.

Taj's global ambitions: Much room for improvement

Taj's global ambitions: Much room for improvement

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

Indian Hotels Company reported a 29 per cent increase in net loss in the first half of this year.

What Is This Bridgerton Star Doing In India?

What Is This Bridgerton Star Doing In India?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

While the cast of the popular Netflix series is filming their next season in the UK, Phoebe made a short trip to India.

World's TOP 10 hotels: Taj Lands End makes the cut!

World's TOP 10 hotels: Taj Lands End makes the cut!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2012

World's leading online travel agency has placed Taj Lands End at Mumbai on its list of world's best-reviewed hotels.