Strong winds from a storm cause two of the Taj Mahal's minarets to collapse. No injuries are reported

Thunderstorm destroys Taj Mahal minarets © BBC

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Strong winds from a storm cause two of the Taj Mahal's minarets to collapse. No injuries are reported

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