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Chor Minar (Delhi)

Das Chor Minar ist ein Rundturm mit unbekannter Funktion im Süden der indischen Hauptstadt Delhi. Lage Das Chor Minar befindet sich in der Hauz-Khas-Area nahe der Aurobindo Marg im Süden Delhis ca. 5 km (Luftlinie) südlich des Safdarjung-Mausoleums. Nahe gelegene historische Bauten sind der Qutb-Komplex mit dem Qutb Minar, die Begumpur-Moschee und die Khirki-Moschee. Geschichte Trotz des Fehlens schriftlicher Quellen gilt als Auftraggeber des Bauwerks gemeinhin Ala ud-Din Khalji (reg. 1297–1316), der zweite Sultan der Khalji-Dynastie des Sultanats von Delhi. Ob der Turm jemals vollendet war, ist ungewiss. Architektur Der sich auf einer quadratischen Plattform erhebende Rundturm ist zur Gänze aus unbehauenen Natursteinen errichtet; ob seine Außenwände jemals verkleidet waren, ist unbekannt. Der spitzbogige Eingang wird von einem Alfiz gerahmt; im Innern des Turmes verläuft eine Wendeltreppe nach oben. Im oberen Teil des Turmschafts befinden sich mehr als 200 Löcher, über deren Funktion nur spekuliert werden kann – gemäß der volkstümlichen Überlieferung sollen in ihnen Stangen befestigt worden sein, auf denen die Köpfe von Dieben oder von besiegten Feinden aufgespießt und öffentlich zur Schau gestellt wurden. Weblinks Chor Minar – Foto + Kurzinfos (englisch) Chor Minar – Fotos
Chor Minar

Chor Minar or 'Tower of Thieves' is a 13th-century minaret with 225 holes, situated just off Aurobindo Marg in the Hauz Khas area, in New Delhi. The Chor Minar is nearly 700 to 800 years old. it's also situated in narnaul Haryana near dhosi hills 120 km away from Delhi History It was built under the rule of Alauddin Khalji, of the Khalji dynasty (1290–1320) in the thirteenth century. Historians suggests that the Khalji king slaughtered a settlement of Mongol people, nearby, to stop them from joining with their brethren in another Mongol settlement in Delhi, the present day locality of 'Mongolpuri'. During the raid of Ali Beg, Tartaq and Targhi (1305), 8,000 Mongol prisoners were executed and their heads displayed is the towers around Siri Purpose According to local legends, it was a 'tower of beheading', where the severed heads of thieves were displayed on spear through its 225 holes, to act as a deterrent to thieves. In case the heads exceeded the number of holes, the less important heads were piled in a pyramid outside the tower. References External links Image of Chor Minar
Chor Minar

O Chor Minar, também conhecida como Torre dos Ladrões, é uma torre construída no final do século XIII em Nova Deli, Índia, situado junto à Aurobindo Marg, na área de Hauz Khas. Foi construído durante o reinado de Alauddin Khalji (r. 1296–1316), o sultão de Deli da Dinastia Khalji. É uma torre ligeiramente cónica, com seis metros de altura, construída em pedra, que assenta sobre uma plataforma e tem uma escada interna. Segundo a lenda, era uma "torre de decapitação", onde eram expostas as cabeças dos ladrões decapitados em espetos enfiados num das seus 225 fendas, para dissuadir os criminosos. A lenda poderá ter origem no facto de Alauddin ter massacrado um assentamento de mongóis próximo da torre para os impedir de se juntarem a outro assentamento mongol em Deli, a atual localidade de Mongolpuri. Há também registo de, na sequência dum raide mongol derrotado por Alauddin em 1305, terem sido decapitados cerca de 8 000 mongóis, cujas cabeças foram expostas nas torres do Forte Siri, situado nas proximidades e contemporâneo do Chor Minar. Notas e referências
Chumik Glacier

Chumik Glacier in Pakistan is located on the west of Saltoro ridge, it is a 4-mile-long offshoot of the Bilafond Glacier. History In military terminology, Chumik is a minor sub sector of Bilafond Sub Sector, near Gyong La. In March 1989, Indian Army launched the Operation Ibex to seize the Pakistani post overlooking the Chumik Glacier. The operation was unsuccessful at dislodging Pakistani troops from their positions. The Indian Army under Brig. R. K. Nanavatty then launched an artillery attack on Kauser Base, the Pakistani logistical node on Chumik Glacier. The destruction of Kauser Base induced Pakistani troops to vacate their Chumik posts just west of Gyong La, and Operation Ibex concluded. Chumik Glacier to this day is under the control of Pakistani forces, the Pakistani forces are stationed on a post called "Sher Post" which is perched on a ridge at the head of the Chumik Glacier at 19,000 feet. See also Near the AGPL (Actual Ground Position Line) NJ9842, LoC ends and AGPL begins Gyong La Saltoro Mountains Saltoro Kangri Ghent Kangri Bilafond La Sia La Indira Col, AGPL ends at LAC Chumik Kangri Borders Actual Ground Position Line (AGPL) India–Pakistan International Border {IB) Line of Control {LoC) Line of Actual Control (LAC) Sir Creek (SC) Borders of China Borders of India Borders of Pakistan Conflicts Kashmir conflict Siachen conflict Sino-Indian conflict List of disputed territories of China List of disputed territories of India List of disputed territories of Pakistan Gilgit Baltistan Trans-Karakoram Tract Operations Operation Meghdoot, by India Operation Rajiv, by India Operation Safed Sagar, by India Other related topics Awards and decorations of the Indian Armed Forces Bana Singh, after whom Quaid Post was renamed to Bana Top Dafdar, westernmost town in Trans-Karakoram Tract India-China Border Roads Sino-Pakistan Agreement for transfer of Trans-Karakoram Tract to China References
Churdhar Sanctuary

Churdhar Sanctuary is located in the Sirmaur district of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The total covered area of this sanctuary is 56.16 square kilometers, as notified on 15 November 1985. The fauna includes Himalayan black bear, Barking deer, Musk deer, Langur and Leopards. The work of administration at Churdhar is taken care by Chureshwar Sewa Samiti. The sanctuary is named after Churdhar Peak. Churdhar (elevation of 3,647 metres; 11,965 feet) is the highest peak in Sirmour district and is also the highest peak in the outer Himalayas. The peak has a great religious significance for the people of Sirmour, Shimla, Chaupal and Solan of Himachal Pradesh and Dehradun of Uttarakhand. Churdhar is a holy place related to Shri Shirgul Maharaj (Chureshwar Maharaj), a deity widely worshipped in Sirmour and Chaupal. The main routes for arrival are from Nohradhar to 18 km, (Sirmour) and Sarain, Chaupal of 8 km. The Churdhar Peak is mentioned in the book, The Great Arc, by John Keay but is referred to as The Chur. It is from this peak that George Everest made many astronomical readings and sightings of the Himalaya mountains around 1834. He was the Surveyor General of India and did the initial survey of the full length of India as well as some very accurate measurements of the earth's curvature. Access Airways: Jubbarhatti airport (23 km from Shimla) Nearest railhead: Shimla to Kalka narrow-gauge railway line Nearest city: Chaupal, Himachal Pradesh The sanctuary has a well connected road network. References External links himachaltourism.nic.in hptdc.gov.in Maa Bhangayani Temple, Haripurdhar sirmour.co.in Instagram.Com/Churdhar_ https://hpsirmaur.nic.in/tourist-place/churdhar/
Chutak Hydroelectric Plant

The Chutak Hydroelectric Plant is a run-of-the-river power project on the Suru River (a tributary of Indus) in Kargil district in the Indian union territory of Ladakh. The barrage of the project is at Sarze village and the powerhouse is located on the right bank of the Suru near Chutak village. The project construction began on 23 September 2006, and the first three generators were commissioned in November 2012. The fourth was commissioned in January 2013. The project included construction of a 47.5-metre-long (156 ft) barrage, having 15 m height above the crest level, an underground powerhouse, and 3.3 m dia and 10.02 km long head race tunnel and installation of four nos. of vertical Francis turbine of 11 MW each. The project utilises a gross head of 63.4 m (208 ft) to generate 216.41 GWh in a 90% dependable year with an installed capacity of 44 MW. Each 11 MW underground generating unit was designed to operate under a rated head of 52 m and a rated discharge of 24.05 cubic metres per second. The barrage diverts water from the river and involves a flooding of only 0.135 km2 (0.052 sq mi). Thus the power density is 44 MW per 0.135 km2, i.e. very high 326 W/m2, compared to dam-based hydroelectric projects. The project will be connected to the Northern Grid by the 220 kV Leh-Srinagar transmission line, which is to be scheduled for commissioning along with project’s commissioning. The project was developed by M/s National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Ltd. The generating equipment was supplied, erected and commissioned by M/s Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited. The generator/turbine was manufactured by BHEL's Bhopal unit whereas the controls were supplied by BHEL's Bangalore unit. The erection and commissioning was done by BHEL's Power Sector. As of date all four generating units of this project are running successfully. The project, along with the Nimoo Bazgo Hydroelectric Plant, was certified as compliant with the Indus Waters Treaty by the Indian Central Water Commission, with the project information passed over to Pakistan. References
Controller General of Defence Accounts

The Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) heads the Defence Accounts Department. SHRI ANUGRAHA NARAYANA DAS, IDAS is the present CGDA. The office functions under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India and is the cadre controlling authority of the Indian Defence Accounts Service, an organised Group 'A' Civil Service of Government of India. As the Principal Accounting Officer for Ministry of Defence, the CGDA furnishes necessary information for the Appropriation Accounts to the Ministry of Defence. CGDA also prepares the Annual Consolidated Accounts of Defence Services Receipts & Charges and acts as the Principal Accounts Officer for Civil Estimates of the Ministry of Defence. DAD is also responsible for rendering the Annual Accounts for the various units and formations operating under the Ministry of Defence. In addition, the Annual Audit Certificate for the Defence Services, rendered by the CGDA to the C&AG through Ministry of Defence, is tabled in the Indian Parliament. Office of the CGDA Office of the CGDA is situated at Delhi. Current address is Ulan Batar Road, Palam, Delhi Cantt - 110010. List of CGDAs The following is the list of officers of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS) who have held the post of CGDA since 1947: References External links Official website
Convent of Jesus and Mary

The Convent of Jesus and Mary ("CJM") is a network of Roman Catholic schools founded by the Congregation of the Religious of Jesus and Mary. The school network originating in east-central France in the 19th century has since its inception expanded to several countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America. Countries There are schools in Ireland, Spain, Italy, England, and Germany, the United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, and Bolivia, Lebanon, Syria, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, India, Pakistan, and the Philippines. History Claudine Thévenet (1774–1837) (known as Mary of St. Ignatius) founded the religious institute of the Religious of Jesus and Mary, a Roman Catholic religious congregation of women dedicated to the education and service of the poor in Lyon, France, on 5 October 1818. School Network Some of the CJM schools include: India: St. Patrick’s Junior College, Convent of Jesus and Mary, Agra (1842) St. Anthony's Junior College, Agra (1945) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Ambala (1909) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Dehradun (1901) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Delhi (1919) Mount Mary Convent High School (1913) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Mumbai; Fort Convent, Mumbai (1855) St. Anne’s High School, Fort, Mumbai (1929) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Mussoorie (1845) St. Anne’s School, Camp, Pune (1860) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Ranaghat (1996) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Chelsea, Shimla (1864) Convent of Jesus and Mary School, Vadodara (1946) Colleges: Jesus and Mary College, New Delhi (1968) St. Bede's College, Shimla (1904) Ireland: Convent of Jesus and Mary, Gortnor Abbey, Co. Mayo (1912) Pakistan: Convent of Jesus and Mary, Sialkot (1856) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Murree (1876) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Lahore (1876) Convent of Jesus and Mary, Karachi (1957) United Kingdom: Convent of Jesus and Mary, Thornton College, Thornton, Buckingham Convent of Jesus and Mary Language College, London References
Cromā

Infiniti Retail Limited, doing business as Cromā, is an Indian retail chain of consumer electronics and durable goods. It is a subsidiary of Tata Digital. Croma has more than 550 stores in over 200 cities in India, in addition to its online presence. History Infiniti Retail Ltd was incorporated in October 2006 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons, with the first Cromā store opening in Juhu, Mumbai, the same month. In 2008, Infiniti Retail Ltd started its private label consumer electronics and durables brand, also called Croma, in partnership with supplier Woolworths Wholesale. In 2012, Infiniti Retail Ltd acquired the Indian business of Woolworths Wholesale for A$35 million or ₹200 crore. In 2021, Tata Sons announced that it would transfer its 100% ownership in Infiniti Retail Ltd (Cromā) to Tata Digital. References
DAV College, Chandigarh

DAV College is a co-educational college in Sector 10, Chandigarh, India. It was established in 1958 and is affiliated to the Panjab University, Chandigarh. The college is awarded 'A' Grade by NAAC. It is managed by the D.A.V. College Managing Committee. The college various faculties - Arts, Science, Commerce, Diploma in Management, etc. - that offers several courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. History The college was founded in 1958, when the city of Chandigarh was in its infancy. The college belongs to the family of DAV institutions, founded by Mahatma Hansraj. Accreditation The college has been awarded 'A' Grade by NAAC. It is ranked - Commerce 45, BCA 21, Arts 35 and Science 33, as per a survey by India Today, June 2020. The National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) has declared the college a "Model College". It has launched postgraduate programmes in IT, Commerce, English, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Maths, Zoology, Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, Business economics; and postgraduate diplomas. Notable alumni Vikram Batra Rajiv Pratap Rudy Kaiku Rajkumar Ayushmann Khurrana Rochak Kohli Amit Rawal Narender Singh Ahlawat Lawrence Bishnoi Kapil Dev Yuvraj Singh Yograj Singh Wamiqa Gabbi Dinesh Mongia Neeraj Chopra Anjum Moudgil Jeev Milkha Singh Manu Bhaker See also Arya Samaj References External links Official website
Daranghati Sanctuary

The Daranghati Sanctuary is located in Rampur Bushahr, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. It has undisturbed forest areas. Monal, Tragopan, Koklas and Kalij are the pheasants found here. Some of the common animals found here are Musk deer, Goral and Thar. Forest staff posted at Dofda and Sarahan is there for advice and guidance. Visiting As per the Wildlife Laws in India, permission of Chief Wildlife Warden (CWW) of the State or the concerned Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) under whom the sanctuary falls administratively, is required to enter/stay inside the sanctuary. Daranghati Sanctuary is administered by Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Wildlife who sits at Sarahan. Following are the prominent places falling along the route while one is travelling from Chandigarh towards the Sanctuary on National Highway 05. Chandigarh- Shimla (115km); Shimla – Narkanda (65 km); Narkanda – Rampur (60km); Rampur – Mashnoo (30km, State Highway); Mashnoo – Daran Village (10km, link-road). The sanctuary receives snow in winters. The best time to visit the sanctuary is from April to June. References External links himachaltourism.nic.in hptdc.gov.in
Dastgeer Sahib

The Dastgeer Sahib is a Sufi shrine and mosque located in the Khanyar area of Srinagar, in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. The shrine houses the relics of Abdul Qadir Jeelani (1077-1166), a Sufi saint of Mohammed's progeny who earned deep reverence across the subcontinent, despite never having set foot in the region. The shrine has played a significant role in the socio-political landscape of Kashmir. One notable incident occurred on 8 May 1991, when paramilitary forces opened fire on civilians at the shrine, resulting in 18 deaths and 44 injuries. The shrine has been administered by the Central Waqf Council since 2003. Architecture The shrine is notable for its impressive interior spaces, which accommodate worshippers. The ceiling is crafted in the traditional 'khatamband' style and features numerous crystal chandeliers. The walls are adorned with elaborate Papier-mâché work, making the shrine's decorative elements distinctive in modern architecture. The shrine spans an area of approximately 740 square metres (8,000 sq ft), although modifications over the years have affected its original layout. History The Dastgeer Sahib is a 200-year-old shrine situated in Khanyar. It is associated with Abdul Qadir Gilani, whose hair strand, a relic locally known as Mouia Pāk, is believed to be housed here which was reportedly brought to Kashmir by a merchant from Kandahar in 1806. It also contains an old Quran believed to be written by Ali Ibn Abi Talib in 6th-century Kufi script. The shrine was reportedly constructed between 1845 and 1854 under the patronage of Mir Husain Qadri, a philanthropist who contributed significantly to religious structures in the region. The Kashmir Encyclopedia, published by the state's cultural academy, suggests that the structure was initially established during the governance of Noor Khan Bamzai in 1767 by Syed Ghulam-ud-Din Azad, a descendant of Shah Sakhi Muhammad Fazil, who introduced the Qadri order to Kashmir. The shrine underwent repairs and expansions in 1879 after a fire caused significant damage, during which the spire's pointed ball was plated with gold. It is the centre of the activity hub of the Khanyar and is surrounded by a large market. On the Urs or birth date of the Abdul Qadir Gilani, thousands of people from all over Kashmir go there to pray to Allah and watch the ziyarat. There are five graves situated inside it. It is said that it is of one of the students of the Qadiri silsila of Sheikh Syed Abdul Qadir Jelani. Fire The shrine was badly damaged in a fire on 25 June 2012. The relics of the saint that were located inside a fireproof vault were not damaged. The shrine was restored to its original state. See also Islam in India List of mosques in India References External links Media related to Dastgeer Sahib at Wikimedia Commons Video showcasing the structure and interiors of the shrine on YouTube 360° interior view of Dastgeer Sahib - ContemporaryNomad.com (by Tony and Thomas)
Daulat Ram College

Daulat Ram College is a constituent college of the DU. Founded by educationist and philanthropist Shri Daulat Ram Gupta in 1960, it is located in the North Campus. The college provides education at Bachelor's as well as Master's levels. Daulat Ram College is an all-women’s college. Rankings The college is ranked 72nd among colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2024. Notable alumni Aishe Ghosh, Communist leader, Student activist, Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union President. Anjana Om Kashyap, Senior Journalist, Aaj Tak Rekha Gupta, 9th Chief Minister of Delhi References External links Official website
Deeg Palace

Deeg Palace is a historical monument in Deeg district in the Indian state of Rajasthan built in the 18th century as a luxurious summer resort by the rulers of the Bharatpur State. It was strategically positioned near Agra and served as a refuge during invasions. It is the only Hindu-style palace in North India and it is a perfect blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. The palace was in use until the early 1970s and currently it is preserved as a monument by the Government of Rajasthan. History Deeg Palace was built around the early 18th century by Maharaja Badan Singh, a Hindu Jat ruler and founder of the Bharatpur State. It was later renovated and expanded by his son, Maharaja Suraj Mal. The palace served as a fortified summer retreat and administrative centre. Key structures within the palace include Gopal Bhavan, a two-story residence with arches and frescoes; Suraj Bhavan, a marble pavilion with carved inlays; and Keshav Bhavan, an open pavilion with a water system simulating rain. The complex has charbagh-style gardens, over 500 fountains, and a hydraulic system using terracotta pipes fed by nearby reservoirs like Gopal Sagar. The palace was fortified with high walls, bastions, and a moat. It withstood several sieges but declined after Suraj Mal's death in 1763, later partially restored by the Archaeological Survey of India. The palace was in use up to the 1970s and has since been preserved as a monument. Gallery See also Deeg Bharatpur, Rajasthan References
Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Station

Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant is located at Yamuna Nagar in Haryana. The power plant is one of the coal based power plants of HPGCL. It was jointly constructed by Reliance Energy Limited and Shanghai Electric (China) in a collaboration. This plant is named after Sir Chhotu Ram. History The project was first conceived in 1981-82 but it remained in suspended animation for more than two decades. The previous governments tried to implement the project, first through the private sector, then through the National Thermal Power Corporation, and thereafter attempts were also made to get it executed through foreign investments. But the project remained only on paper because governments were not serious about setting up this project. Former Indian prime minister, P V Narasimha Rao even laid the foundation stone of this project through remote control from Faridabad in March 1993. At that time, the project was planned to be executed by NTPC, but that too could not go beyond construction of a few residential and non-residential buildings. In year 2004 then chief minister of Haryana Om Prakash Chautala again laid the stone of this thermal plant but again the project remained on papers only. But in year 2005 the new chief minister of Haryana Bhupinder Singh Hooda gave nod to the project and the plant was finally developed in 2005-2008. Power plant Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Station has an installed capacity of 600 MW. The First unit was commissioned in April 2008. This is the first project in the state to award to private developer. The total available land of the project is 1107 acres. First unit was commissioned in a record period of 27 months which is the lowest for any coal based green field project in the country. The plant gets coal from Central coal fields. Installed capacity Future expansions HPGCL has announced the expansion of this plant. A 800 MW capacity additional super critical thermal unit at Yamuna Nagar will be operational by 2027. HPGCL has issued an order to Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited for EPC contract of 800 MW unit which is likely to completed within 48-57 months. See also References