Celebrate India’s Rich Heritage on the World Heritage Day World Heritage is the shared wealth of humankind. Protecting and preserving this valuable asset demands the collective efforts of the international community. This special day offers an opportunity to raise the public’s awareness about the diversity of cultural heritage and the efforts that are required to...Read More

Devastating thunderstorm damaged some parts of Taj Mahal A devastating storm of 135 km per hour damaged the pillars of the royal and southern gates of the Taj Mahal. A north-west pillar on top of the royal gate and a flower vase in stone and a brass filial were brought down in the thunderstorm, said conservation...Read More

Taj Mahal entrance ticket valid only for three hours After restricting the number of visitors per day now the Archaeological Survey of India has decided that the entry ticket to the world heritage monument would be valid for only three hours. The move was necessitated by the surge in the number of visitors. Taj Mahal...Read More