Tag: Agra
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Seer detained in Agra, wanted to offer prayers at Taj Mahal
The seer was earlier denied entry on April 26 at the Taj Mahal for trying to enter the premises with a 'brahmdanda' (a wooden stick carried by Hindu seers).
May 3, 2022 -
Two dozen injured as bus falls into ditch in Agra
According to the police, the driver of the bus, which was coming to Agra from Jalesar, apparently lost control of the vehicle, leading to the accident on Saturday evening.
March 20, 2022 -
8 peacocks found dead in a field in Agra
Preliminary investigations indicate that pesticides, sprayed by farmers in the field, could be the cause of peacock deaths.
November 12, 2021 -
Priyanka Gandhi detained on way to Agra
Chaotic visuals from the scene went viral on social media showing Priyanka Gandhi surrounded by a number of people, including policemen, as she tried to make her way past the blockade.
October 20, 2021 -
Rare Egyptian vulture rescued by NGO in Agra
The Egyptian vulture is the smallest among all vultures. It is being increasingly threatened by a rapid decline in prey base, poisoning by veterinary drugs and electrocution.
August 28, 2021 -
Rare Egyptian vulture rescued by NGO in Agra
The vulture is currently under observation at the NGO's transit facility.
August 28, 2021 -
11 cops suspended for hooch tragedy in Agra
A team led by ADG zone Rajiv Krishan visited the villages and interacted with the family members of the deceased.
August 26, 2021 -
Black fungus re-infection reported in Agra
Over the past two months, 83 patients of black fungus surfaced in Agra district. Out of these, 41 have been cured of the infection. All these patients are called for check-ups after every 15 days.
July 20, 2021 -
Black fungus re-infection reported in Agra
At least nine cases of Mucormycosis or black fungus, have been confirmed at the Sarojini Naidu Medical College (SNMC) in Agra.
July 20, 2021 -
Agra admin under fire for COVID-19 death figures
The video allegedly showed the director of the hospital Dr Ajinkya Jain, telling someone about a mock drill to assess Oxygen need for patients.
June 20, 2021 -
After remaining closed for 2 months, Taj & other Agra monuments to reopen from June 16
All Archaeological Survey Of India (ASI) protected central monuments and museums which had been closed down owing to the coronavirus pandemic will reopen from June 16 as per the latest order by the Union Ministry of Tourism. All these historic sites were closed since April 16.
June 15, 2021 -
Akshay Kumar, Sara, Dhanush shoot in Agra for Atrangi Re
Agra has emerged as a favoured shooting locale for a number of filmmakers in the past couple of years.
December 23, 2020 -
‘Improved infrastructure boosts local tourism’: PM Modi inaugurates Agra Metro project
The Agra Metro project comprises 2 corridors with a total length of 29.4 km and connects major tourist attractions like Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Sikandra with railway stations and bus stands.
December 7, 2020 -
3-ft long monitor lizard, 5-ft long cobra rescued in Agra
The monitor lizard was rescued from Moolchand Medicity in Artoni while the Indian Rock Python was rescued from Shivalik Public School in Bichpuri Road and cobra from Gyan Digital Graphics.
September 22, 2020 -
Wah Taj! Agra’s petha and tourism industry can’t keep calm
Initially only 5,000 tourists a day, in two slots, will be allowed to enter the Mughal era architectural marvel, keeping social distancing norms in mind.
September 9, 2020 -
Real story behind Uttar Pradesh bus hijack not EMI non-payment
The Agra SSP said that Pradeep Gupta was identified by the CCTV footage at the toll plaza on Wednesday as he led the hijacking of the bus.
August 21, 2020 -
Agra: Bus with 34 passengers on board hijacked by members of finance company
The bus, which was travelling from Haryana's Gurugram to Madhya Pradesh's Panna, was overtaken and seized by members of a finance company, that apparently financed the bus.
August 19, 2020