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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.

The Complete Hotelier And Host Extraordinaire

The Complete Hotelier And Host Extraordinaire

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Shreekant Sambrani remembers P R S 'Biki' Oberoi, personal friend and hospitality icon, who passed into the ages this week.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Security Net Tightens Over Ayodhya

Security Net Tightens Over Ayodhya

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

No one wants to curb the enthusiasm being seen among the people, but at the same time officials feel nothing should be left to chance, as the flood of humanity thronging the temple area poses problems for security personnel.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Fighter's distressing lack of thrills and sizzle reduces the exercise to an excuse for tedious amounts of Pakistan bashing, observes Sukanya Verma.

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

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.

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.

E-mail threat to blow up Taj Hotel in Mumbai

E-mail threat to blow up Taj Hotel in Mumbai

Rediff.com1 Apr 2009

In an e-mail received by the Hotel Taj in Chennai two days back, an unidentified person has threatened to carry out an explosion at the premier hotel in Mumbai. The mail is currently being investigated by the cyber crime cell of the police, they said.

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.

Kal Penn's Rise of Taj sinks

Kal Penn's Rise of Taj sinks

Rediff.com4 Dec 2006

The sequel to the hit film is a damp squib.

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, whose velvet smooth voice gave expression to the many colours of love, longing and heartache in songs such as Chitthi Ayee Hai and Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, died in Mumbai on Monday, February 26, 2024, after a prolonged illness.

Taj in marketing pact with Raffles

Taj in marketing pact with Raffles

Rediff.com20 Aug 2004

PIX: Taj Mahal's love affair with the West

PIX: Taj Mahal's love affair with the West

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

The Terminator actor Arnold Schwarzenegger recently paid a visit to the historical monument during his visit to India.

Taj secures NY hotel on lease

Taj secures NY hotel on lease

Rediff.com27 Jun 2005

Indian Hotels Company Ltd has secured New York-based Pierre Hotel on lease.