'Appalling': Indologist Dalrymple slams 17th century Mubarak Manzil demolition
Saturday, 4 January 2025 William Dalrymple criticizes the demolition of Agra's historic Mubarak Manzil, attributing such actions to India's struggles in attracting international tourists despite its rich cultural heritage. Former politicians and local historians have also protested against the demolition, citing broader neglect of heritage sites.
Agra police have apprehended Manoj Chaudhary, who claimed to be a 'gau rakshak' and member of Kshatriya Gau Raksha Dal, for allegedly murdering a biryani seller... IndiaTimes
Tires were thrown at Samajwadi Party MP Ramjilal Suman's convoy near Aligarh, allegedly by Karni Sena activists, leading to vehicle collisions. The incident.. IndiaTimes
Following the murder of restaurant worker Gulfam Ali in Agra, Manoj Chaudhary, claiming affiliation with 'Kshatriya Gau Raksha Dal,' asserted responsibility,.. IndiaTimes
US Vice President JD Vance is in Jaipur with his wife Usha Vance and children, visiting iconic landmarks like Amber Fort. The family is staying at the luxurious Rambagh Palace, once a royal residence. Security has been heightened across the city. Vance is also scheduled to address a gathering at the Rajasthan International Center, discussing India-US relations under the Trump administration. Usha’s ancestral village in Andhra Pradesh awaits a possible visit. The Vances will travel to Agra on April 23 to visit the Taj Mahal before returning to Jaipur the same day.
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US Vice President JD Vance landed in Delhi on Monday for his first official visit to India, accompanied by his wife Usha Vance and their three children. The highlight of their arrival was the Vance kids—Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel—dressed in vibrant traditional Indian attire. The family was greeted with a ceremonial dance and a Guard of Honour at Palam Airport. Vance’s four-day visit includes stops in Jaipur and Agra, with key meetings aimed at reviewing progress on bilateral trade, which recently touched $190 billion.
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