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Eknath Shinde Announces New Framework For Mumbai's Pagdi Buildings
Eknath Shinde Thursday made a historic announcement in the Legislative Assembly, declaring that a separate regulatory framework will be created to free Mumbai from the pagdi system and to ensure fair and proper redevelopment of pagdi buildings.
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Why Is Jaisalmer Called The Golden City Of India
If you've ever wondered why Jaisalmer shines so bright on the map of Rajasthan, this is where you'll find the answer.
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Saudi Arabia Launches 2nd Edition Of 'Global Harmony' With 'India Week' At Riyadh Season
Indian Ambassador Dr Suhel Ajaz Khan commended the initiative, calling it "an excellent effort to build cultural bridges and reaffirm the close historical bonds between India and Saudi Arabia".
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Jeddah Travel Guide: From UNESCO Heritage To Seaside Cafes - What To See, Eat And Do
The general pace of life in Saudi Arabia is often less rushed than in many Western countries. It's the perfect place to plan a slow trip - full of fun, relaxation and indulgent meals.
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White House Tears Down Historic East Wing To Build Trump's Ballroom
The White House started tearing down part of the East Wing on Monday, the traditional base of operations for the first lady, to build President Donald Trump's $250 million ballroom.
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Manipur MLA Seeks Probe Into Who Ordered Demolition Of Iconic Building
Manipur BJP MLA Rajkumar Imo Singh has requested Governor AK Bhalla to look into who ordered the demolition of an iconic old building in Meghalaya's Shillong linked to Manipur's history.
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Iconic Shillong Building Linked To Manipur History Razed, Triggers Protests
The demolition of Shillong's iconic Redlands Building on Friday triggered widespread shock and outrage both in Manipur and Meghalaya. The Manipur Merger Agreement was signed on September 21, 1949.
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113-Year-Old Swedish Church Arrives At New Home After 2-day journey
A landmark Swedish church arrived Wednesday at its new home after a two-day move across the Arctic town of Kiruna, in a move to allow Europe's largest underground mine to expand.
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Mumbai's Historic 'Jimmy Boy' Cafe Shuts Months Before Its 100th Anniversary
Jimmy Boy has long been a culinary icon in South Mumbai, known for its Keema Pav, Berry Pulao, Dhansak, Mava Cakes, Brun Maska, and vintage Irani tea.
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'Shubhanshu Shukla Will Follow In Kalpana Chawla's Steps': Ex-Astronaut
Shubhanshu Shukla, India's second astronaut, is all set to lift off for the International Space Station tomorrow on the Axiom 4 mission. The historic journey will begin from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, United States.
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Why Is The Historic Egyptian City Of Alexandria Crumbling? Study Explains
Between 2014 and 2020 alone, 86 buildings completely crumbled, and 201 partially collapsed across the 2,300-year-old city.
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Why Donald Trump Cannot Build The Golden Dome Without Canada
Canada has a large airspace that offers the US an important line of sight for the US sensors to shoot down missiles from China and Russia. Moreover, historically, Canada has played a big role in air and missile defence for North America.
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Kanika House: Historic Delhi Bungalow Where BR Ambedkar Drafted Constitution
An iconic art deco bungalow in the heart of Delhi, which was originally made for the erstwhile princely state in Odisha, was the abode of Babasaheb B R Ambedkar when he served as India's first law minister and worked on drafting of the Constitution.
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Skull Found in Turkey Identified as 11-Year-Old Boy, Not Cleopatra's Sister Arsinoë IV
The skull discovered in 1929 at the Octagon building in Ephesus has been identified as that of an 11-year-old boy, debunking theories linking it to Cleopatra’s half-sister, Arsinoë IV. Published in Scientific Reports, the findings used DNA analysis and CT scans to confirm the boy’s age and gender, ruling out Arsinoë as a candidate. Anomalies ...
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Notre Dame Restoration Provides Insights for Scientists: Report
Five years after the Notre Dame fire, studies of salvaged materials reveal insights into medieval climate conditions, historic building techniques, and health risks. Scientists are using innovative methods to decode data from charred wood and stone to paint a clearer picture of France’s history.
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Eknath Shinde Announces New Framework For Mumbai's Pagdi Buildings
Eknath Shinde Thursday made a historic announcement in the Legislative Assembly, declaring that a separate regulatory framework will be created to free Mumbai from the pagdi system and to ensure fair and proper redevelopment of pagdi buildings.
-
Why Is Jaisalmer Called The Golden City Of India
If you've ever wondered why Jaisalmer shines so bright on the map of Rajasthan, this is where you'll find the answer.
-
Saudi Arabia Launches 2nd Edition Of 'Global Harmony' With 'India Week' At Riyadh Season
Indian Ambassador Dr Suhel Ajaz Khan commended the initiative, calling it "an excellent effort to build cultural bridges and reaffirm the close historical bonds between India and Saudi Arabia".
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Jeddah Travel Guide: From UNESCO Heritage To Seaside Cafes - What To See, Eat And Do
The general pace of life in Saudi Arabia is often less rushed than in many Western countries. It's the perfect place to plan a slow trip - full of fun, relaxation and indulgent meals.
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White House Tears Down Historic East Wing To Build Trump's Ballroom
The White House started tearing down part of the East Wing on Monday, the traditional base of operations for the first lady, to build President Donald Trump's $250 million ballroom.
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Manipur MLA Seeks Probe Into Who Ordered Demolition Of Iconic Building
Manipur BJP MLA Rajkumar Imo Singh has requested Governor AK Bhalla to look into who ordered the demolition of an iconic old building in Meghalaya's Shillong linked to Manipur's history.
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Iconic Shillong Building Linked To Manipur History Razed, Triggers Protests
The demolition of Shillong's iconic Redlands Building on Friday triggered widespread shock and outrage both in Manipur and Meghalaya. The Manipur Merger Agreement was signed on September 21, 1949.
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113-Year-Old Swedish Church Arrives At New Home After 2-day journey
A landmark Swedish church arrived Wednesday at its new home after a two-day move across the Arctic town of Kiruna, in a move to allow Europe's largest underground mine to expand.
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Mumbai's Historic 'Jimmy Boy' Cafe Shuts Months Before Its 100th Anniversary
Jimmy Boy has long been a culinary icon in South Mumbai, known for its Keema Pav, Berry Pulao, Dhansak, Mava Cakes, Brun Maska, and vintage Irani tea.
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'Shubhanshu Shukla Will Follow In Kalpana Chawla's Steps': Ex-Astronaut
Shubhanshu Shukla, India's second astronaut, is all set to lift off for the International Space Station tomorrow on the Axiom 4 mission. The historic journey will begin from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, United States.
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Why Is The Historic Egyptian City Of Alexandria Crumbling? Study Explains
Between 2014 and 2020 alone, 86 buildings completely crumbled, and 201 partially collapsed across the 2,300-year-old city.
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Why Donald Trump Cannot Build The Golden Dome Without Canada
Canada has a large airspace that offers the US an important line of sight for the US sensors to shoot down missiles from China and Russia. Moreover, historically, Canada has played a big role in air and missile defence for North America.
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Kanika House: Historic Delhi Bungalow Where BR Ambedkar Drafted Constitution
An iconic art deco bungalow in the heart of Delhi, which was originally made for the erstwhile princely state in Odisha, was the abode of Babasaheb B R Ambedkar when he served as India's first law minister and worked on drafting of the Constitution.
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Skull Found in Turkey Identified as 11-Year-Old Boy, Not Cleopatra's Sister Arsinoë IV
The skull discovered in 1929 at the Octagon building in Ephesus has been identified as that of an 11-year-old boy, debunking theories linking it to Cleopatra’s half-sister, Arsinoë IV. Published in Scientific Reports, the findings used DNA analysis and CT scans to confirm the boy’s age and gender, ruling out Arsinoë as a candidate. Anomalies ...
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Notre Dame Restoration Provides Insights for Scientists: Report
Five years after the Notre Dame fire, studies of salvaged materials reveal insights into medieval climate conditions, historic building techniques, and health risks. Scientists are using innovative methods to decode data from charred wood and stone to paint a clearer picture of France’s history.
