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‘Pocket-sized symbol of colonial loot’: how New York’s mayor revived Koh-i-noor diamond debate

Zohran Mamdani’s suggestion King Charles should return diamond to India has reopened old wounds

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A father, a beneficiary, ex-BLO: The SIR chaos queue in a Bengal district

Aftab Alam gave his primary school examination at Krishnanath School in Titagarh in 1976. He is 64 now. Today, he was back at the same school. It was not for any reunion, but to prove he has the right to vote.

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Here’s What Nefertiti And Other Historical Figures Would Look Like Today (24 New Pics)

If you’ve ever wondered what historical figures would look like if they were alive right here and now, then look no further—Becca Saladin has you covered.

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Creative sparks: how the Mughal empire made opulent art with power

The V&A’s Great Mughals shines a light on a cultured and enlightened reign over India and south Asia that still wields influence today. Take a close look at some of the remarkable artefacts of that era

The Guardian - UK

The Great Mughals at the V&A review: an extravagant, exuberant and quite marvellous show

4/5 The exhibition is punctuated with showstopper pieces, one of the finest being a magnificent gold-hilted dagger and scabbard with no fewer than 1,685 rubies

Evening Standard

The Great Mughals review – dazzling decorous delights waft you to paradise

Romance, bloodshed and religious curiosity is distilled in these lovely artefacts from the mighty military reign with a love of beauty and culture

The Guardian - UK

From Mumbai to Delhi: a first-timer's guide to doing India in style

Author Gina Jackson shares 10-day itinerary for a whistle-stop tour across northern India, including the glorious Golden Triangle, and the country’s most exciting metropolises

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Experience the Best of Asian Architecture: Our Top 10 Picks for Building Enthusiasts!

Asian architecture is a rich and diverse field that encompasses a wide range of styles, techniques, and cultural influences. From the ancient temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia to the modern marvels of Tokyo Skytree in Japan, Asian architecture offers a glimpse into the history, culture, and traditions of the…

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Everything you wanted to know about the Taj Mahotsav 2024

Taj Mahotsav 2024, one of the much-awaited cultural festivals, is all set to be organised on February 18th to 27th in the vicinity of the Taj Mahal at Shilpgram. Agra, renowned for its historical significance and vibrancy, serves as the host city for this celebration, dedicated to honoring the enduring…

The Times of India

Monument of love: Finally, poor man's love story gets social recognition

PATNA: He did what nobody expected and achieved the unbelievable—tearing apart a rocky mountain to carve a road to fill happiness in the lives of others!

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Micro review: 'The Mughal High Noon: The Ascent of Aurangzeb' by Srinivas Rao Adige

Former IAS officer-turned-author Srinivas Rao Adige's debut novel 'The Mughal High Noon: The Ascent of Aurangzeb' was published in 2015. As the title suggests, the book chronicles how Aurangzeb, emperor Shah Jahan's third son, became the next ruler of the Mughal empire.

The Times of India

Micro review: 'Misfortune's Favourite: The Tragic End of Dara Shukoh' by Srinivas Rao Adige

Former IAS officer and author Srinivas Rao Adige's book on the unlucky prince Dara Shukoh was published in September 2022. Aptly titled 'Misfortune's Favourite: The Tragic End of Dara Shukoh', the book is set in the 17th-century India and it traces the last year in Dara Shukoh's life.

The Times of India

Why the Koh-i-noor diamond won't make an appearance at King Charles III's coronation

The royal family has decided to leave the 105-carat gem out of this weekend's coronation ceremony. The Koh-i-noor has become a focus of anti-colonial anger. India wants it back.

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Supreme Court Junks ‘Publicity Interest Litigation’ On Taj Mahal Age

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a PIL seeking determination of the age of the Taj Mahal. Read on for details:

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Delhi’s historic mosques’ fountain connection

At the Fatehpuri Masjid, there is a six feet high fountain made of white marble which has helped in water circulation in the water tank dug inside the earth for centuries

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Indian court rejects demands to unlock sealed chambers of Taj Mahal

A court in India has dismissed a request to open locked rooms in the Taj Mahal in a search for Hindu idols in the 17th century wonder.

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ASI shares images of Taj Mahal’s ‘underground cells’

BJP MP Diya Kumari on May 11 claimed the land on which the Taj Mahal was built originally belonged to Jaipur's ruler Jai Singh

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Debunking an urban myth about Taj Mahal

There are no historical records to prove that Shah Jahan ordered the hands of workers to be chopped off

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Taj Mahal: Tourists to get free entry on these 3 days; can visit graves of Shah Jahan & Mumtaj as well

Good news for all those planning to visit the Taj Mahal in Agra in the coming days. As per the reports, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has decided to allow free entry to the monument for three days, starting February 27, 2022.

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