Sammya Mukhopadhyay

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Uddhav Thackeray, chief minister of Maharashtra and son of Hindutva icon Babasaheb Thackeray, said Wednesday that BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma’s comments have embarrassed India. The country has been “brought to its knees and was forced to apologise,” Thackeray said asking why should the country apologise on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party. “The Middle East and the Arab countries brought our country to its knees and forced to apologise. What led to this? India has to apologise. What has the country done? It is the BJP and its spokespersons that have committed the crime,” Thackeray said. He added that the words of a BJP spokesperson or BJP cannot be India’s stand on any issue. “The words BJP spokesperson (Nupur Sharma) used tarnished India’s image at the international level. It damaged the image of my country and not that of the BJP.”,Nupur Sharma, now-former spokesperson of the BJP, made certain comments about the Prophet Mohammed that drew criticism from Islamic nations around the world. Qatar and Saudi Arabia, among others, stridently criticised the remarks. Several Islamic nations called Indian Ambassadors to articulate their condemnation. People in some Gulf nations called for a ban on Indian products. ,India maintained that the stance put forward by Sharma was not India’s position and said that suitable action had been taken against her. Sharma, who was suspended, later withdrew her comments. ,Wednesday’s rally was Thackeray’s first outside Mumbai since he underwent a spine surgery in November. And there, the leader of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), slammed India’s ruling party for the country’s inflation pressures and for going to mosques in search of Shivlings. ,“Inflation is rising, rupee is declining, but our worry is Shivling lying beneath the mosque, what is under Taj Mahal, what is under Gyanvapi masjid,” Thackeray said. ,Thackeray also spoke on the recent killings in Kashmir. Putting the flight of Kashmiri Pandits in perspective with Maharashtra Navanirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray’s threat to recite the Hanuman Chalisa outside mosques, Uddhav said, “It makes one angry that Kashmiri Pandits are leaving the Valley and no one is ready to speak for them. Did any single spokesperson of BJP speak on this issue?”

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<ul>
  <li>Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray lashed out at BJP over Nupur Sharma’s remarks</li>
  <li>He asked why the country had to apologise for BJP’s doing</li>
  <li>Thackeray also slammed BJP on inflation and for looking for Shivlings in mosques</li>
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Last week, Google Street View turned 15 years old. Since its outset in 2007, Street View has managed to capture over 220 billion images and journeyed more than 10 million miles across 100 countries and territories. ,Google Street View is a compelling tool for taking virtual tours of locations. ,Google Street View disclosed the most frequently visited countries, cities, and monuments. According to the revelation, the Taj Mahal is one of the most visited monuments on Google Street View. Also Read| When Sean Connery and his wife spent Valentine's Day at Taj Mahal,As per times now, the 10 most visited countries on Google Street View are - ,1. The United States,2. The United Kingdom,Top 10 most visited cities- ,1. Jakarta (Indonesia),2. Tokyo (Japan),3. Mexico City (Mexico),4. Sao Paolo (Brazil),5. Buenos Aires (Argentina),6. New York (USA),7. Istanbul (Turkey),8. Taipei (Taiwan),9. Paris (France),10. Osaka (Japan),Also Read| Taj Mahal covered in dust, poisonous gases few months after Unlock,The 3 most visited monuments-,1. Burj Khalifa (Dubai),2. Eiffel Tower (Paris),3. Taj Mahal (India),Also Read| Taj Mahal reopens amid coronavirus woes, 5,000 visitors allowed per day,About Taj Mahal - ,Taj Mahal, also spelt Tadj Mahall, is a mausoleum complex in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, northern India. ,The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan (reigned 1628–58) to honour his wife Mumtaz Mahal (Chosen One of the Palace), who died in childbirth in 1631 after being the emperor's inseparable companion since their marriage in 1612. The Taj Mahal is recognised as the finest example of Mughal architecture, a blend of Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles, due to its harmonious proportions and fluid incorporation of decorative elements. ,Also Read| Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen on September 21, cap on number of tourists,Other attractions include twin mosque buildings (one on each side of the mausoleum), lovely gardens, and a museum. The Taj Mahal, one of the world's finest structural compositions, is also one of the world's most iconic monuments, visited by millions of tourists each year. ,In 1983, the structure was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Taj Mahal (<a>India</a>)\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"<b>Also Read|&nbsp;<a href=\\\"https://opoyi.com/india/taj-mahal-reopens-amid-coronavirus-woes-5000-visitors-allowed-per-day-591855/\\\">Taj Mahal reopens amid coronavirus woes, 5,000 visitors allowed per day</a></b>\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"<b>About Taj Mahal -&nbsp;</b>\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"Taj Mahal, also spelt Tadj Mahall, is a mausoleum complex in Agra, <a href=\\\"https://opoyi.com/india/election-results-2022-list-of-bjp-cm-face-in-uttar-pradesh-goa-uttarakhand-manipur-655750/\\\">Uttar Pradesh</a>, northern India.&nbsp;\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan (reigned 1628–58) to honour his wife Mumtaz Mahal (\\\"Chosen One of the Palace\\\"), who died in childbirth in 1631 after being the emperor's inseparable companion since their marriage in 1612.\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"The Taj Mahal is recognised as the finest example of Mughal architecture, a blend of Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles, due to its harmonious proportions and fluid incorporation of decorative elements.&nbsp;\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"<b>Also Read|&nbsp;<a href=\\\"https://opoyi.com/india/taj-mahal-agra-fort-to-reopen-on-september-21-cap-on-number-of-tourists-527682/\\\">Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen on September 21, cap on number of tourists</a></b>\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"Other attractions include twin mosque buildings (one on each side of the mausoleum), lovely gardens, and a museum.\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"The Taj Mahal, one of the world's finest structural compositions, is also one of the world's most iconic monuments, visited by millions of tourists each year.&nbsp;\"}},{\"type\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{\"text\":\"In 1983, the structure was designated a <a href=\\\"https://opoyi.com/world/liverpool-no-longer-on-unescos-world-heritage-list-389089/\\\">UNESCO World Heritage site</a>.\"}}]}

<ul>
  <li>The Taj Mahal is the most visited monument on Google Street View</li>
  <li>Google Street View is a compelling tool for taking virtual tours of locations</li>
  <li>The US was the most visited country and Jakarta the most visited city</li>
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India is home to a variety of cultures and striking monuments that each tell a story. The Taj Mahal, situated in the heart of Agra, is a historic structure built on the roots of love by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. ,While an old myth suggests that the ruler chopped off the hands of workers who built the monument in order to avoid any replication, several people across the world have used the Taj Mahal as an inspiration to construct look-alikes. ,1. Taj in China,Also known as the Window to the World, this Taj is located at a theme park in the city of Shenzhen. The theme park also features replicas of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Eiffel Tower. ,2. Taj Arabia In Dubai,Known for its glamour, Dubai took inspiration from the Taj Mahal and added its own sparkly twist to it. Situated in the Mughal Garden area, Taj Arabia is a luxurious 20-storeyed hotel comprising over 300 rooms, several restaurants and a gift shop. Also Read: When Sean Connery and his wife spent Valentine's Day at Taj Mahal,3. Taj In Bangladesh,Built by Bangladeshi director Ahsanullah Moni, this Taj Mahal replica is located in the capital city of Dhaka. Moni was struck by the idea of constructing the Taj Mahal in his home country after he visited the monument in India for the first time. Also Read: 4 gravity-defying places in India that you can visit,4. Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi,Built several years before the Taj Mahal, Humayun’s Tomb was the inspiration to construct the layout of Shah Jahan’s pearly white structure. While Humayun’s Tomb is built in red sandstone, its layout bears a resemblance to the Taj Mahal. Also Read: Seas the day: 5 beach locales for the solo traveler in you,5. Bibi ka Maqbara, Aurangabad,Built by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb’s son, Prince Azam Khan, this replica is also known as the poor man’s Taj Mahal. Bibi ka Maqbara was built by Khan as a tribute to Rabia-ud-Daurani, his mother.

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<ul>
  <li>Several people across the world have used the Taj Mahal as an inspiration to construct look-alikes</li>
  <li>Taj Arabia is a luxurious 20-storeyed hotel in Dubai that looks like the historic monument</li>
  <li>Taj Mahal's layout was inspired by Delhi's Humayun's Tomb</li>
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In view of the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the manual ticket counters of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Uttar Pradesh's Agra were closed on Monday, ANI said on Tuesday. Superintending Archaeologist Dr Raj Kumar Patel said, There was a huge gathering outside the ticket windows. Following this, the decision was taken to close the windows of the manual ticket counters. However, the monuments are not completely closed. Also read: Arvind Kejriwal's health history: Delhi CM tests positive for COVID-19,On Monday, Uttar Pradesh reported 514 new COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours. The state has reported eight cases of Omicron variant of coronavirus so far, said the ministry. A total of 1,892 cases of omicron variant of coronavirus have been detected across 23 states and Union Territories so far, out of which 766 have recovered or migrated, according to the Union health ministry's data updated on Tuesday. Also read: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal tests positive for COVID-19 with mild symptoms,Maharashtra has recorded the maximum number of 568 cases, followed by Delhi (382), Kerala (185), Rajasthan (174), Gujarat (152), and Tamil Nadu (121). Also read: From Humayun's tomb to Mirjan Fort, Indian monuments built by women,India's COVID-19 tally rose to 3,49,60,261 with 37,379 new cases, while the active cases increased to 1,71,830, according to the data updated at 8 am. Also read: From national highways to COVID hospital: PM Modi to launch 22 projects in Manipur today,The death toll climbed to 4,82,017 with 124 more fatalities, the data showed.

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<ul>
  <li>On Monday, Uttar Pradesh reported 514 new COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours</li>
  <li>Maharashtra has recorded the maximum number of 568 cases</li>
  <li>The state has reported eight cases of Omicron variant of coronavirus so far</li>
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Historical narratives do not exist in isolation. They tend to be heavily influenced by the societal structures that surround and constrict them. For a largely patriarchal society, this often translates into stories of women, especially their victories and accomplishments, being sidelined or erased. Our history textbooks have ensured we instinctively associate Shah Jahan with the Taj Mahal or Akbar with the Agra Fort, but when it comes to monuments commissioned, designed, or built by women, we find ourselves clueless. Also Read | Bear or ancient human? Fossil footprints puzzle scientists,It's time to rectify that. Here's a list of five iconic Indian monuments built by women, as put together by The Better India. 1. Humayun’s tomb, Delhi,This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. A lesser-known fact is that it was commissioned by Hamida Banu Begum after the death of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in 1556. The grand structure, part of the UNESCO World Heritage list, was designed by an architect named Mirak Mirza Ghiyas. It is also called the ‘dormitory of the Mughals’ as over 150 Mughal family members are buried in the cells. 2. Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal,Believed to be functioning uninterruptedly ever since its inception in the 7th century AD, Virupaksha temple is the oldest and the principal temple in Hampi. It was built by Queen Lokamahadevi in the 8th century to commemorate the victory of her husband Vikramaditya II over the Pallavas. ,Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is also often referred to as 'Lokeshwara Temple' after the queen. 3. Itmad Ud Daulah, Agra,The tomb is situated on the left bank of river Jamuna next to Chini-ka-Rauza. 'Itimad-ud-Daula' was the title given to Mirza Ghiyath Beg, father of Nur Jahan who served as the lord treasurer of Akbar. What is often missed, however, is that Nur Jahan is the one who completed the construction of the structure, casually referred to as 'Baby Taj Mahal, nearly seven years after her father's death. 4. Mirjan Fort, Kumta,Located around 22 kilometres from Gokarna, this 16-century fort boasts of cultural glory and distinguished history. The most popular version about its origin, traces it back to Chennai Bhariavi Devi, the Queen of Geroppa, also known as the ‘Queen of Pepper.’ It is believed that she used the Mirjan Fort as a location for shipping pepper and to take care of her business. Also Read | Large Roman fort used for the invasion of Britain discovered near Amsterdam,5. Lal Darwaza Masjid, Jaunpur,Also known as the Ruby Gate Mosque, the structure was built by Bibi Rajni, the queen of Sultan Mahmud Sharqi in 1447. It was dedicated to Maulana Sayyid Ali Dawood Kutubuddin, a Muslim saint of Jaunpur. The mosque was built especially for the Begum to serve as her private prayer hall. The queen has also been credited with establishing a religious school named Jamia Hussainia near the mosque, which still exists, according to a report by The Better India.

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<ul>
  <li>Historical stories of women and their accomplishments are often sidelined</li>
  <li>But many iconic monuments have been commissioned, designed, or built by women</li>
  <li>Take a look at five of them</li>
</ul>

From Humayun's tomb to Mirjan Fort, Indian monuments built by women

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Kavya Mishra

November 26, 2008, was a date when all Indians collectively felt the pain, our brothers and sisters in Mumbai went through. On this day, a spate of terror attacks rocked India's financial capital, killing at least 174 and injuring hundreds. ,Years after the brutal attacks, several films attempted to capture the valor of our security forces and the harsh reality of the fateful day. Here are a few films that made us see the gravity of the incident through some stellar lens work. Shahid (2012),An attack like 26/11, doesn’t go away in a day, it leaves behind several repercussions. ,Based on the life of Shahid Azmi, a lawyer and a Human Rights Activist, Raj Kumar Rao starrer ‘Shahid’ is a similar saga of a young Muslim boy who gets charged and tortured in jail for his identity. Once released, Shahid, grappling with the pain of religious bias, takes the plunge to study law and fight cases for the people who are booked under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA). Eventually, he ends up defending Faheem Ansari, an accused of 26/11 attacks. The Attacks of 26/11 (2013),One of the finest creations around the Mumbai attacks, Ram Gopal Verma’s ‘The Attacks Of 26/11’ is surely one of the only Bollywood movies that not only took stock of the incident but the ideology behind it from both the attackers' and victims' perspectives. With the entire cast doing brilliant work, Nana Patekar’s acting as Rakesh Maria, along with his monologue on ‘Jihad’ took the cake and made this movie one of its kind. The film portrays the entire attack from terrorists sailing to Mumbai to create havoc in the city, to showing plight of the victims of the attack, the movie does it all. The film also stars Atul Kulkarni, Ganesh Yadav, and Sadh Orhan among other. Taj Mahal (2015),Featuring Stacy Martin, Gina McKee, Louis-Do de Lencquesaing, Taj Mahal is an account of an 18-year-old French girl who came to Mumbai with her parents to visit the place. On the night of the attack she finds herself alone in th hotel as her parents had gone out for the night. This movie will bring you closest to the emotion of fear. Phantom (2015),Kabir Khan directed ‘Phantom’ features Saif Ali Khan and Katrina Kaif in the lead roles and one of the few commercial movies to address the deadly attacks of 26/11. The film which is reportedly an adaption of author Hassain Zaidi’s book, ‘Mumbai Avengers’ however, is not directly based on the Mumbai attacks but revolves around it in a significant manner. ,One less God (2017),While many movies successfully captured the agony of the locals, staff and soldiers deployed at the time of petrifying Taj attacks, 'One Less God' is one exceptional piece portrayed from the perspective of international travelers who were victimized at the hands of terrorists and ended up losing their lives. It amazingly unveiled the sentiments and fear of someone who leaves home for a vacation to never come back, the pain that is unimaginable and is put forward with the brilliant acting of Joseph Mahler Taylor, Sukhraj Deepak, Mihika Rao and Kabir Singh among others. Operation Black Tornado (2018),This Discovery created Documentary is divided into two parts and will give you the exact stock of India’s combat to beat one of the most ghastly assassinators the world had seen. This documentary focuses on the Operation Black Tornado, which was carried out on November 29, 2008 in Taj Mahal Hotel of Mumbai to bring down the remaining attackers. Operation Black Tornado gives a chilling account of how our brave heart India's National Security Guard’s commandos turned in the last attacker left and marked the conclusion of the brutal terror attack. The documentary is available to watch on YouTube. Hotel Mumbai (2019),With a brilliant star cast including veteran actor Anupam Kher, Amandeep Singh, Suhail Nayyar and ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ fame- Dev Patel, the film essentially displays the valor of staff at Taj Hotel who not only risked their lives but went to lengths to ensure their guest’s safety. The film also gives a painful yet commending account of what humans do when their loved ones are put in life-threatening situationc. While the film released in India in 2019, the world saw the masterpiece a year before in 2018. You can watch it today on Zee5.

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<ul>
  <li>Raj Kumar Rao starrer ‘Shahid’ is based on the life of Shahid Azmi, a lawyer and a human rights activist</li>
  <li>The 'Attcks of 26/11' portrayed the entire attack - from terrorists sailing to Mumbai to create havoc in the city</li>
  <li>'One Less God' is one exceptional piece portrayed from the perspective of international travelers</li>
</ul>

Movies that portray valour, sacrifice, mayhem of 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks

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Anand Prakash Chouksey, a resident of Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, has built a replica of the Taj Mahal and gifted it to his wife. Chouksey, an educationist, got the four-bedroom building constructed for his wife Manjusha Chouksey. NDTV reported that the couple went to Agra to visit the Taj Mahal for inspiration. They studied its architecture closely and asked the engineers to take note of the structural details. Also read: Thieves organise flash mob, steals at high-end Bay Area stores amid trend,Initially, Chouksey had allegedly urged his engineers to build a house 80 feet high. But, permission for such a structure was not granted. Following the rejection, he decided to build a Taj Mahal-like structure. It is reportedly said that Chouksey's unique house was built over a period of three years. The engineers built it on the basis of a 3D image of the Taj Mahal. Also read: Rohit Sharma dethrones Virat Kohli as player with most 50+ scores in T20Is,According to consulting engineer Praveen Chouksey, the house is spread across 90 square metres with minarets. The basic structure occupies 60 square metres. The dome is 29 feet high and consists of two bedrooms on two floors. The house also has a kitchen, a library and meditation room. The engineer had also visited the Taj Mahal to study it in detail. He also went to Bibi Ka Maqbara, a similar monument in Aurangabad.

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<ul>
  <li>The couple went to Agra to visit the Taj Mahal for inspiration</li>
  <li>They studied its architecture closely and asked the engineers to take note of the structural details</li>
  <li>Chouksey's unique house was built over a period of three years</li>
</ul>

Madhya Pradesh man gets Taj Mahal-like home built for wife

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Actor Vidyut Jammwal and fashion designer Nandita Mahtani are engaged to be married. According to various reports, the actor proposed to her in his signature Commando style. The duo can be seen rock-climbing in the photo from their engagement, which took place on September 1. Vidyut and Nandita visited the Taj Mahal in Agra to celebrate the special occasion. Who is Nandita Mahtani? ,Nandita Mahtani is a well known fashion designer. She is also known for designing and styling clothes of the Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. Mahtani was earlier married to Delhi-based businessman Sanjay Kapoor. However, their marriage was short-lived as the duo parted ways due to differences. Also read: Vidyut Jammwal, Nandita Mahtani officially confirm engagement,Nandita Mahtani was born on January 8, 1976, in Mumbai. Mahtani hails from a business background and always wanted to become a businesswoman. She also attained a degree in business from a college in London. Meanwhile, Nandita's father, Manu Mahtani, is a businessman and owns a seafood export business. Nandita was then in a relationship with Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor for a brief period. She also dated the model and actor Dino Morea for a long time before calling in off in 2016. Also read: Vidyut Jammwal pays emotional tribute to best friend Sidharth Shukla [Video],In 1998, Nandita started her career as a fashion designer. She then decided to join her family business. Later, in 2000, Anu, her sister, launched her fashion label Ananya in London. This sparked her interest and also joined her sister's venture. In 2019, Nandita collaborated with Cartoon Network to launch a clothing collection that Cartoon Network toons from the 1990s. It is reportedly said that the collection is inspired by characters such as The Powerpuff Girls, Johnny Bravo, Dexter's Laboratory , Courage the Cowardly Dog among others.

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<ul>
  <li>Vidyut Jammwal and Nandita Mahtani were seen rock-climbing in a photo</li>
  <li>Vidyut and Nandita visited the Taj Mahal in Agra</li>
  <li>Nandita Mahtani is a well known fashion designer</li>
</ul>

Who is Nandita Mahtani?

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Vidyut Jammwal, the protagonist of the Commando series and the new-age action hero of Bollywood, is known to keep his personal life private. So, when the actor was pictured with his girlfriend Nandita Mahatani, it triggered rumours that the actor had been engaged. What added fuel to the rumours was when fans spotted Nandita Mahatani wearing a ring. ,Further, actor Neha Dhupia shared the pictures on her Instagram stories with the caption, “Best news ever…Congratulations @mevidyutjamwal @nanditamahatani”. ,Vidyut Jammwal and Nandita Mahatani’s pictures in front of the Taj Mahal in Agra are now floating around the cloud. The pictures have generated a great deal of excitement among fans of the actor who has impressed all with his impressive physique and brave stunts. In the photos, Jammwal can be seen wearing a loose white shirt with white trousers while his girlfriend Nandita Mahatani sports a white T-shirt and a floral skirt. While the couple are yet to officially confirm the news of their engagement, a Times Of India report suggests that Vidyut Jammwal and Nandita Mahatani exchanged rings and were engaged to be married earlier this week. Jammwal and Mahatani recently grabbed eyeballs after the couple was spotted at Mumbai airport. Also Read | A long road ahead: Actors Vidyut Jammwal, Kunal Kemmu raise nepotism debate after their films get sidelined,Vidyut Jammwal and Nandita Mahatani have been dating for a while. Before Nandita, Vidyut Jammwal reportedly dated actress Mona Singh. Nandita Mahatani, on the other hand, was reportedly in an on-again off-again relationship with Dino Moreo. ,Vidyut Jammwal was last seen in “Khuda Haafiz Chapter 1” with Shivaleeka Oberoi. Jammwal is currently busy shooting for the sequel of the film titled “Khuda Hafeez Chapter II Agni Pariksha”. The films are directed by Faruk Kabir. ,“Khuda Hafeez Chapter 1” was a thriller drama revolving around Sameer Choudhary (played by Vidyut Jammwal) who is on a mission to save his wife Nargis (played by Shivaleeka Oberoi), who gets trapped in ‘flesh trade’ upon her arrival in a West Asian country. Shivaleeka will acting opposite Vidyut Jammwal in the sequel as well, according to news agency ANI.

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<ul>
  <li>Bollywood actor Vidyut Jammwal was recently spotted at Taj Mahal</li>
  <li>He was pictured with girlfriend Nandita Mahatani</li>
  <li>Vidyut Jammwal was last seen in "Khuda Hafeez Chapter 1"</li>
</ul>

Vidyut Jammwal, Nandita Mahatani hold hands outside Taj Mahal, spark engagement rumours

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All centrally protected monuments, museums and sites under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) have been closed with immediate effect till May 15 due to the surge in coronavirus cases in the country, the Union culture ministry said on Thursday.,<b>Also Read |&nbsp;</b><a href="https://opoyi.com/ram-temple-donations-about-15000-collected-bank-cheques-bounce">Ram temple donations: About 15,000 collected bank cheques bounce</a>,An order to this effect was issued by the ASI and it was tweeted by Culture Minister Prahlad Patel this evening.,"Due to the prevailing COVID situation, it has been decided to close all centrally protected monuments, sites and museums under the ASI with immediate effect and till May 15 or until further orders," the ASI said.,<b>Also Read |</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/up-issues-guidelines-for-home-bound-migrant-workers-check-details">UP issues guidelines for home-bound migrant workers. Check details</a>,Last year, too, all monuments and sites maintained by the ASI were closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Shubham Banerjee

<ul>
  <li>All centrally protected monuments, museums and sites will be closed till May 15</li>
  <li>An order to this effect was issued by the ASI and it was tweeted by Culture Minister Prahlad Patel</li>
  <li>Last year, too, all monuments and sites maintained by the ASI were closed due to the coronavirus pandemic</li>
</ul>

ASI monuments closed for visitors till May 15

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Anjaly Raj

Telugu actor Allu Arjun on Saturday celebrated his 10th wedding anniversary with his wife Sneha Reddy at Taj Mahal, as the former shared pictures on his social media.&nbsp;The '<a href="https://opoyi.com/where-can-i-watch-allu-arjuns-new-telugu-movie-ala-vaikunthapurramuloo-in-hindi-language">Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo' actor</a> took to Twitter the photos, as he wrote, "Happy 10th Anniversary to us Cutie . What a wonderful journey of ten years ... and many more to come.",Sneha also took to Instagram to wish his husband, as she wrote, "Happy Anniversary to us ❤️❤️never a dull moment around u. @alwaysramcharan told me 10 years ago that it’s gonna be a roller coaster ride and it has been just that with all its ups n downs and I wouldn’t want it any other way 😄 love u more than u can imagine . Thank you @deejasti for this.Thanks @storiesbyjosephradhik for clicking the best pics as usual.",See pics here:,Allu also thanked Agra Police for "their hospitality" as he said, "Thank you for making my day more special with your arrangements. What a wonderful experience today at Taj Mahal. Truly India’s Pride.",Allu married Sneha on March 6, 2011, and are parents of a girl and boy.,The <a href="https://opoyi.com/allu-arjun-sneha-reddy-love-story-how-did-the-power-couple-meet">two met when a wedding in the US</a>, where the&nbsp;

'<a target="_blank" href="https://opoyi.com/where-can-i-watch-allu-arjuns-new-telugu-movie-ala-vaikunthapurramuloo-in-hindi-language">Son Of Satyamurthy</a>' actor was attending the marriage ceremony of a friend. He saw Sneha for the first time there and was totally smitten by her.&nbsp;,The 37-year-old texted Sneha after his friends pressurised him;&nbsp;she responded amiably to his text. After chatting for a while, the two decided to meet and the rest is history.

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  <li>Allu Arjun on Saturday celebrated his 10th wedding anniversary with his wife Sneha Reddy at Taj Mahal</li>
  <li>Allu thanked Agra Police for "their hospitality"</li>
  <li>Allu married Sneha on March 6, 2011, and are parents of a girl and boy</li>
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Taj Mahal in Agra was evacuated on Thursday after bomb threat call on Thursday, reports PTI. Officials said that the call later turned out to be a hoax.&nbsp;,Officials said that a call arrived from an unidentified person on the emergency response number of the Uttar Pradesh police at 9am on Thursday. The caller claimed that a bomb was kept inside the Taj Mahal. The monument is conserved by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and protected by armed personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).,<b>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/taj-mahal-covered-in-dust-poisonous-gases-few-months-after-unlock">Taj Mahal covered in dust, poisonous gases few months after Unlock</a></b>,The Uttar Pradesh police immediately informed the CISF personnel, who asked the visitors to vacate the premises of the iconic 17th-century monument and launched anti-sabotage checks around 9.15 am.,"Nothing suspicious has been found and the checks are almost done," a senior CISF officer said in Delhi.,<b>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/when-sean-connery-and-his-wife-spent-valentines-day-at-taj-mahal">When Sean Connery and his wife spent Valentine's Day at Taj Mahal</a></b>,The hoax call has been traced to Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh, another officer said.

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<ul>
  <li>An unidentified caller claimed that a bomb was kept inside the Taj Mahal</li>
  <li>The call later turned out to be a hoax and has been traced to Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh</li>
  <li>Taj Mahal is protected by armed personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force</li>
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Actor Sara Ali Khan is again in the news for her candidness and this time she has been seen rhyming for her upcoming film co-star Akshay Kumar. Khan, on December 21, shared a video on her Instagram, where she can be seen introducing Kumar wearing a headgear. She further rhymed “While the Taj is wahan, Mr Kumar is yahan,” to which Kumar sadly said, he hasn’t heard this bad rhyme ever. However, he also appreciated Khan of trying her hands in rhyming by saying, people who try always win in the end. Look at her video:. Khan and Kumar along with Dhanush are shooting for their upcoming film 'Atrangi Re' at the Taj Mahal, Agra. Kumar’s picture has also been floating on social media in Shah Jahan’s costume indicating the film as a full-fledged period film. Khiladi actor was dressed in Mughal style clothes completing it with a headgear, while Kedarnath actor was seen in dark pink ghagra choli set. Also read: Atrangi Re: Sara Ali Khan shares Akshay Kumar’s look as he turns into Shah Jahan. On Monday, Kumar also shared a boomerang video of himself twirling in front of the Taj Mahal on his Instagram feed and captioned it “Wah Taj!”. The behind the scenes of Aanand L Rai directed film are often been shared by the actors and others which definitely treats their fans. This is the first time when all the three actors have come together for the first time for a film and is also the first time of director Rai to work with Kumar and Khan. He has previously worked with Dhanush in Raanjhanaa. Rai’s last film was Zero, which starred Katrina Kaif, Anushka Sharma and Shah Rukh Khan. #SaraAliKhan #AkshayKumar #Dhanush #TajMahal #Agra #Entertainment .

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<ul><li>On Monday, Akshay Kumar also shared a boomerang of himself twirling in front of Taj Mahal on his Instagram</li><li>Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan and Dhanush have come together for the first time for a film</li><li>Kumar's Shah Jahan’s costume indicated the film as a full-fledged period film</li></ul>

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Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan and Dhanush starrer 'Atrangi Re' has been making waves ever since the project was announced. While the shoot had been going on in the Delhi NCR region, recently, the crew apparently headed to the Taj Mahal to shoot. Actor Sara Ali Khan on Saturday teased her fans with a sneak peek of Akshay's 'Atrangi' look from the shoot at Taj Mahal. In costume, with a rose in his hand, Akshay can be seen posing like an emperor. “Because it can’t get more Atrangi than this. Not Shah Jahan- Mr Kumar it is akshaykumar,” Sara captioned the picture. On the other hand, Akshay too shared a video of him twirling with the Taj Mahal forming a picturesque background. Atrangi Re kicked off in Varanasi in March, but the shoot was halted abruptly following the pandemic. The team resumed shooting in Madurai in October. The film is a cross-cultural love story and revolves around funny characters played by Sara, Akshay and Dhanush. The love stories are set in two different timelines running parallel, emphasising how love is perceived differently in the Northern and Southern part of India. . #Bollywood #AkshayKumar #SaraAliKhan #Dhanush #AtrangiRe #Entertainment #TajMahal #Delhi-NCR #Agra .

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The team resumed shooting in Madurai in October.</p><p>The film is a cross-cultural love story and revolves around funny characters played by Sara, Akshay and Dhanush. The love stories are set in two different timelines running parallel, emphasising how love is perceived differently in the Northern and Southern part of India.&nbsp;</p><p><a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#Bollywood\\\" data-user-id=\\\"1aQY0lh5D5R9\\\" href=\\\"/topic/bollywood\\\">#Bollywood</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#AkshayKumar\\\" data-user-id=\\\"TtGEKLOmrt9V\\\" href=\\\"/topic/akshay-kumar\\\">#AkshayKumar</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#SaraAliKhan\\\" data-user-id=\\\"GNAQKodfPDwi\\\" href=\\\"/topic/sara-ali-khan\\\">#SaraAliKhan</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#Dhanush\\\" data-user-id=\\\"2iaHK9AJS9Xj\\\" href=\\\"/topic/dhanush\\\">#Dhanush</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#AtrangiRe\\\" data-user-id=\\\"FXFtVYuSEMDW\\\" href=\\\"/topic/atrangire\\\">#AtrangiRe</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#Entertainment\\\" data-user-id=\\\"BusA1tEI5BbZ\\\" href=\\\"/topic/entertainment\\\">#Entertainment</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#TajMahal\\\" data-user-id=\\\"UZKcwmNzkY0Q\\\" href=\\\"/topic/taj-mahal\\\">#TajMahal</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#Delhi-NCR\\\" data-user-id=\\\"jDDjLtIzAmYv\\\" href=\\\"/topic/delhi-ncr\\\">#Delhi-NCR</a> <a class=\\\"mention\\\" data-mention=\\\"#Agra\\\" data-user-id=\\\"rDzfa8ZViila\\\" href=\\\"/topic/agra\\\">#Agra</a>&nbsp;</p>\",\"time\":1608539859271,\"strCount\":1199,\"isLegacyPost\":false}

<ul><li>Akshay Kumar recently joined the team of ‘Atrangi Re’ in Agra</li><li>He took on Shah Jahan's get-up and twirled in front of the Taj</li><li>Sara will be seen playing the double role</li></ul>

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AtrangiRe

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26th November 2020, Daily 8 AM-12 PM #AmazonQuiz - This is the entry to which famous monument?. Options are:. A. City Palace, Jaipur. B. Mysore Palace. C. Mehrangarh Fort. D. Taj Mahal. The correct answer is- Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum on the bank of the river Yamuna in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. #TajMahal #Agra #India .

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Ayushi Goswami

<p>Amazon Quiz, Daily 8 AM-12 PM (26th November 2020), Check the answer to the question: This is the entry to which famous monument?</p>

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James Bond actor Sean Connery, who died on Friday at the age of 90, visited India&nbsp;in 2007 and spent his Valentine's Day with wife Micheline Roquebrune at the Taj Mahal.&nbsp;,The couple first visited Delhi and after a brief sojourn, Connery and Roquebrune left for Agra for a trip to Taj Mahal.,It was February 14, 2007, and Connery spent the day with his wife at one of the seven wonders of the world, which is often hailed as the symbol of love.,<b>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/sean-connery-the-actor-that-defined-james-bond">Sean Connery: The actor who defined James Bond</a></b>,"I shall never forget this day when I spent Valentine's Day in the company of my wife in the forecourt of Taj Mahal," the Scottish star told reporters later that day.,According to another report, an eager Connery, who was enamoured by the sheer beauty of the world-famous monument, kept questioning about it from the local guides.,Connery and Roquebrune had come to India as part of a batch of 39 tourists.,<b>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/twitterati-mourns-death-of-sean-connery-filmmakers-pay-tributes">Twitterati mourns death of Sean Connery, filmmakers pay tributes</a></b>,After the visit to the two cities, the couple left the country, leaving behind memories that are still fresh for Connery's fans.,Playing the original character, Connery charmed everyone with his charismatic depiction of author Ian Fleming's British spy and had a huge fan following in India as well.,His commercial potboilers like his seven James Bond films, including 'Dr. No', 'From Russia With Love' and 'Goldfinger' were massive successes.&nbsp;

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  <li>The couple first visited Delhi and then left for Agra</li>
  <li>They spent their Valentine's Day at the world-famous monument</li>
  <li>"I shall never forget this day," he told the reporters later that day</li>
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When Sean Connery and his wife spent Valentine's Day at Taj Mahal

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Taj Mahal in Agra is surrounded by clouds of dust and poisonous gases due to air pollution only a few days after ‘unlock’, reported ANI. The construction work being done in the nearby areas is also adding to the pollution.,“People are facing severe breathing issues and the city is in a terrible state due to rising air pollution. The administration is not paying any heed to the situation. There is growing dust in the air, which is spoiling the monument as well as human health,” Ashish Singh, local resident, told ANI.,Taj Mahal, which is among the Seven Wonders of the world, was closed since March after the outbreak of coronavirus. The monument was reopened for public last month with all the COVID-19 preventive measures.,“In India, Agra is among the top 10 most polluted cities. There is construction going on everywhere. We’re facing a lot of breathing issues because of the rising pollution,” said Gaurav Gupta, another resident.,Syeed Munnwar Ali, chairman of National Memorial Safety Committee,&nbsp; said, “We have initiated plantation drives across Agra to induce fresh oxygen in the air and lower the pollution level. We have instructed all construction sites so that they reduce dust and dirt emanating from those sites,” Ali told ANI.,He further added, “To protect the Taj Mahal, 100 electronic buses will soon be introduced, which will be driven in the 20 meters radius of the monument. These buses will not emit any harmful gases and protect the white marble from diminishing due to pollutants.”

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Chandandeep Kour

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  <li>Taj Mahal in Agra is surrounded by clouds of dust and poisonous gases</li>
  <li>The administration is not paying any heed to the situation: Locals</li>
  <li>Taj Mahal was reopened last month with all the COVID-19 preventive measures</li>
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Taj Mahal covered in dust, poisonous gases few months after Unlock

Pollution

Unlock4

The Taj Mahal reopened for public on Monday in a symbolic business-as-usual gesture amid increasing COVID-19 cases in the country. The monument was closed for tourists in March as a nationwide lockdown was imposed in the country to combat the coronavirus outbreak.

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In Pics: Taj Mahal reopens after six months

Lockdown

The Taj Mahal reopened to visitors on Monday in a symbolic business-as-usual gesture amid increasing COVID-19 cases in the country. The monument was closed to the tourists in March as India went under a strict lockdown to combat the coronavirus outbreak.,Taj Mahal is reopening as a part of Unlock 4, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi has eased the restrictions and allowed several business activities to resume.,In recent months, the government has started activities on many train routes, domestic flights, markets, restaurants, and now, visiting the Taj Mahal.,According to the Unlock 4 guidelines issued on August 30, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has permitted social, academic,&nbsp;<b><a href="https://opoyi.com/gyms-yoga-institutes-to-open-with-immediate-effect-in-delhi-in-compliance-to-sop">sports, entertainment functions</a>&nbsp;</b>and other congregations with up to 100 people from September 21. The guidelines have also permitted to partially re-open the schools, on a voluntary basis for Classes 9 to 12.,<b>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/schools-to-reopen-in-some-states-from-september-21-following-covid-19-guidelines">&nbsp;Schools to reopen in some states from September 21 following COVID-19 guidelines</a></b>,The officials at Agra are working hard in order to maintain social distancing and imposing COVID-19 guidelines. Only 5,000 visitors will be permitted daily and tickets can only be bought online.,"Circles are being marked, the mask would be a must and nobody would be able to enter without thermal screening," Vasant Swarnkar, a senior archaeologist in charge of Agra's monuments, told reporters.,The world-famous white marble mausoleum, Taj Mahal, is India's most popular tourist site. Nearly 7 million people visit the site every year that helps boosting the country's economy.

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<ul>
  <li>Taj Mahal reopened to visitors on Monday</li>
  <li>Only 5,000 visitors will be permitted daily and tickets can only be bought online</li>
  <li>The site draws nearly 7 million visitors every year</li>
</ul>

Taj Mahal reopens amid coronavirus woes, 5,000 visitors allowed per day

Tourism

More than six months after it was closed down for visitors, Taj Mahal and Agra Fort will be opened for tourists from September 21. The monuments were closed to the public since a nationwide lockdown was imposed in March to<b> <a href="https://opoyi.com/centre-issues-sops-ahead-of-reopening-of-educational-institutes">combat the coronavirus outbreak. </a></b>,Only 5,000 visitors will be permitted to enter Taj Mahal, while the number of visitors is limited to 2,500 in Agra Fort. Tourists will have to purchase tickets online as ticket counters won’t be open. They also have to adhere to all government norms, including physical distancing, sanitisation of hands, and face masks.,<b>ALSO READ ||&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/schools-to-reopen-in-some-states-from-september-21-following-covid-19-guidelines">Schools to reopen in some states from September 21 following COVID-19 guidelines</a></b>,Tickets can be purchased through the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) phone app. Taj Mahal will remain closed on Fridays and Sundays and Agra Fort will remain shut on Sundays. According to ASI data, around 70 lakh people visit the Taj Mahal each year, and 30 lakh visit the Agra Fort.,According to the Unlock 4 guidelines issued on August 30, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has permitted social, academic, <b><a href="https://opoyi.com/gyms-yoga-institutes-to-open-with-immediate-effect-in-delhi-in-compliance-to-sop">sports, entertainment functions</a> </b>and other congregations with up to 100 people from September 21. The guidelines have also permitted to partially re-open the schools, on a voluntary basis for Classes 9 to 12. 

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<ul>
  <li>Tourists will have to purchase tickets online</li>
  <li>Taj Mahal will remain closed on Fridays and Sundays</li>
  <li>70 lakh people visit the Taj Mahal each year</li>
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Taj Mahal, Agra Fort to reopen tomorrow, 5,000 visitors to be permitted

Joy Tirkey

The Taj Mahal and Agra Fort will reopen for tourists from September 21, the district magistrate,
Prabhu N Singh, said on Monday. According to media reports, all guidelines issued
by the Centre will have to be followed while visiting the mausoleum and the fort
which includes social distancing and sanitising of hands, Vasant Kumar
Swarnkar, superintending archaeologist of the Archaeological Survey of India
(Agra circle) said.,"Masks are mandatory to
enter the monuments and all tickets must be purchased online. Ticket counters
will not be open," NDTV quoted Swarnkar as saying.,While the Taj Mahal will allow
only 5,000 tourists a day, 2,500 tourists will be allowed to visit Agra Fort.
The Taj Mahal will allow 2,500 visitors before 2 pm and the rest post two.,The Taj Mahal has around 7
million visitors each year and the Agra Fort has 3 million visitors a year.,<b>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/centre-announces-guidelines-for-unlock-4-metro-to-operate-with-from-september-7">Centre announces guidelines for Unlock 4: Metro to operate from Sept 7 in a phased manner</a></b>,Both the tourist destinations were closed since March 17 due to the coronavirus pandemic.,This move comes after the
Centre announced Unlock 4 last week. According to a report in NDTV, Agra has
650 active cases with 110 deaths and around 2,700 recoveries.,According to the Union
Health Ministry’s tally on Monday, India recorded 90,802 new cases of COVID-19
on Sunday. With this, India has breached the 4.2 million mark. It has recorded
4,204,614 cases, till now.,<b>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://opoyi.com/india-records-over-90000-covid-19-cases-for-second-day-in-a-row">India records over 90,000 COVID-19 cases, surpasses Brazil to become second worst-hit</a></b>,According to the ministry,
1,016 fatalities were reported in the past 24 hours. 71,642 people have lost
their lives to the virus, till now.,There are 882,542 active
cases in the country. 3,250,429 have been cured/discharged/migrated.

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<ul>
  <li>Both the tourist destinations were closed since March 17 due to the coronavirus pandemic</li>
  <li>The Centre announced Unlock 4 last week</li>
  <li>India has breached the 4.2 million mark</li>
</ul>