Agra, Nov 18: Entry for tourists will be free at all Archaeological Survey of India-protected monuments here on Saturday to mark the commencement of the World Heritage Week.

The World Heritage Week is celebrated every year from November 19 to 25.

"Tourists -- Indian and foreign nationals -- will get free entry at Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and other ASI-protected monuments on November 19," ASI's Superintending Archaeologist (Agra circle) Raj Kumar Patel said.

"The entrance to the Taj Mahal is free, but tourists would have to buy a ticket of Rs 200 to visit the main mausoleum inside the monument," he said.

"Throughout the World Heritage Week, general cultural activities and awareness programmes will be organised at the monuments," Patel said.

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Kuala Lumpur: Dr. U. T. Ifthikar Fareed, Chairman of the Karnataka State Allied and Healthcare Council inaugurated the ‘Global Health Connect – 2026’ international conference on Global Healthcare and Medical Sciences on Friday, April 3 at the MAHSA University, Malaysia. The inauguration ceremony was also led by Prof. Tan Sri Datuk Dr. HJ. Mohamed Haniffa Bin HJ. Abdullah, Pro-Chancellor and Executive Chairman of MAHSA University.

The event was graced by Chief Patrons, including Dr. M. R. Hulinaykar, Founder, Chairman & Managing Trustee of Sri Shridevi Charitable Trust (R.), Tumakuru; Dr. Raman M. Hulinaykar, Director & Trustee; and M. S. Patil, Director – HR & IT.

Guests of Honour at the inauguration included Dr. Lavanya Raman, Trustee; Ambika M. Hulinaykar, Trustee; Dr. Krishna M. C., Principal, SIAHS; and Dr. C. P. Chandrappa, Vice Principal, SIAHS.

The ‘Global Health Connect – 2026,’ brought together eminent leaders, academicians, and healthcare professionals from around the world.

The conference aims to serve as a dynamic platform for collaboration, fostering the exchange of innovative ideas, exploring emerging trends in healthcare and medical sciences, strengthening international partnerships, and advancing quality patient care.