around the Taj Mahal have consistently remained above permissible limits, contributing to the discolouration of the 17th century Mughal-era monument, an RTI response accessed by TOI has revealed.

There have been reports that smoke from vehicles and industries is turning the Taj's white-marble surface yellow and green. The heavily polluted Yamuna river flows beside the Taj Mahal.

This grand structure covers 17 hectares and has ... Taj Mahal’s legacy will inspire future generations. It will keep showing ...