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Born in 1725, when women stayed in confines of their home/palaces, Ahilyabai Holkar was the first to become educated and further a ruler of Malwa plateau. Honouring her memory and contribution on Ahilya Jayanti, Indore which was developed by her remembered her fondly. Unlike every year, people could not gather for the grand procession and mass celebrations. However, the celebrations continued in a different way this year. Family members gathered to retell the stories of the Queen and her rule. The history of Indore from a small town to a prosperous city and business centre of MP inevitable a major highlight. College heads, airport director and other people visited the statue of Ahilyabai built in DAVV (Devi Ahilya Vishwa Vidhyalaya), Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Rajwada and other places. Statues were adorned with garlands and respect was paid by various authorities. Dr. Ashok Sharma, Anil Sharma, Prajjwal Khare, Chan Singh Yadav and others headed the ceremony in DAVV.

Pacing and running in their homes on Sunday, about 4,000 people revised the ill-effects of having tobacco and joined the campaign ‘Say No To Tobacco’ in Lockdown Marathon 4.0. The marathon organised by Indori Subah was a free and open run for everyone on World No Tobacco Day. World No Tobacco Day is observed around the world every year on May 31. ‘Protecting youth from industry manipulation and preventing them from tobacco and nicotine use’ was the theme for World Tobacco Day 2020. Staying in confines of their homes, runners chose their comfortable time and ran/walked for 30 minutes, 60 minutes or 120 minutes. Participants from various Indian states/cities including, Punjab, Mumbai, New Delhi, Rajasthan, Coimbatore, Punjab, Jammu Kashmir, Nagpur Himachal, Indore, Kota and Jaipur have registered. Some international participants supporting the cause from Bangladesh and USA will joined the home run, as shared by organiser Nitin Chaturvedi. “Our aim was to make the world tobacco...

Mahesh Navami that is annually celebrated by Maheshwari community with grand procession in the city was celebrated in individual homes and an online discourse on Sunday. Mahesh Navami is an auspicious Hindu festival that is celebrated by the devotees of Lord Shiva-- also known as Lord ‘Mahesh’. The festival is primarily celebrated by people of Maheshwari community, which is believed to be formed on Mahesh Navami. “We celebrate the day on the ninth day of Shukla Paksha (Waxing moon) in the month of Jyeshta according to the Hindu calendar and this year, the day was on Sunday,” chairman of Maheshwari Mahasabha Shyam Soni said. Under the aegis of the All India Maheshwari Mahasabha, Women's Organisation and National Youth Organisation, religious speaker Vijay Shankar Mehta spoke about Lord Shiva on Sunday evening. The discourse was attended by Maheshwari community, which was broadcasted live on Sanskar TV. National President of Maheshwari Youth organisation Rajkumar Kalia sai...

All the Churches in India offered prayers for India with Prayer of Hope on Pentecost for healing the world from Coronavirus Pandemic. Christians all over India came together in churches, at homes and from where ever they were during these unprecedented times, to pray unitedly, believing for a better tomorrow, believing for a Coronavirus Free India. Christian holiday of Pentecost is celebrated the 49th day after Easter Sunday, commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit. Every church and every denomination in India joined hands to pray for India abiding by the law of the land on Sunday at noon. They prayed together, sang together and rang the bells to resonate the sound of hope to every corner of our nation, as per the directives in place. During this time, Christian community in Indore especially prayed to God, for all the unsung heroes of our day namely: doctors, nurses, medical professionals, police and other law and order enforcing personals, grocers, truckers, farmers, bank ...

In week-long celebrations of Environment week on Bio-Diversity for Sustainable Development organised by Jimmy McGilligan Centre for Sustainable Development, eminent Speakers with lifelong knowledge and hands-on experience of Biodiversity will address challenges of climatic change and advise solutions. Padma Bhushan Dr Anil Joshi from Uttarakhand, will be chief guest for on World Environment Day on at 6 pm June 5 discussing ‘Our Might Earth and Bio Diversity’. “Our week-long seminar will be inaugurated via FB Live on May 31, 2020 at 5 pm by the global biodiversity advocate Dr Vandana Shiva as the Chief Guest,” Padma Shri Janak Palta McGilligan said. She added that due to lockdown, her annual environment week seminar has gone online for the first time. “Ever since I attended Earth Summit in Rio De Janeiro in 1992, I have never missed organising the World Environment Day with the objective to save the Environment seeking participation of larger numbers of people of all ages to ...

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cautioned students, parents and schools against some immoral persons posing as board officials and asking for money in return for increasing marks. In the advisory to parents and students, CBSE said, “It has come to the notice of CBSE that some unscrupulous persons impersonating themselves as officers/ officials of CBSE are contacting the general public claiming to have access to student marks data and asking for money in lieu of increasing marks.” “All the students/parents/schools are advised to remain alert and vigilant and prevent themselves from being cheated and share details with local police authorities for stringent action under the law,” the advisory added. The Board has also asked people to make others aware of such fraudulent acts. Further, CBSE added that the board will not be responsible for any such fraudulent transactions and/or consequences arising out of it.

Lockdown has been a new experience for everyone and this time can be utilised positively or negatively. With a motive to support people in utilising the time to quit tobacco and take a positive step, Indori Subah has organised a free run on May 31. Lockdown Marathon 4.0 is a home-based in which participants will run and walk for 30 minutes, 60 minutes or 120 minutes as per their stamina. The home run will be organises from 5 am to 11:59 pm. Signing up for the run is free for all. About 4,000 participants have already confirmed their registrations. Participants from various Indian states/cities including, Punjab, Mumbai, New Delhi, Rajasthan, Coimbatore, Punjab, Jammu Kashmir, Nagpur Himachal, Indore, Kota and Jaipur have registered. Some international participants supporting the cause from Bangladesh and USA will also join the home run, as shared by organiser Nitin Chaturvedi. “May 31 is a {World No Tobacco Day} tobacco-free day with fitness awareness at the time of lockdown...

As lockdown 4.0 is about to end, Shri Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology and Science is gearing up for the upcoming academic session and bringing everything in place for their passing out batch. With the lockdown 4.0, for the first time ever a senior professor is retiring from his services. Prof Siddharth Soni after serving SGSITS for almost 43 years retired from his services. He started his career in August 1977 as Research Associate in the Projects sponsored by ISRO and reached to the post of Professor in 1989. He served the institute as: ·         Director (In absence of Permanent Director) ·         Senior Most Professor of the institute (Since Nov 2019) ·         Dean Research & Development. ·         Head, department of Civil Engineering & Applied Mechanics ·         Coordi...

Due to lockdown, 11 specially-abled people from Uttar Pradesh were stuck in Indore away from their families. Out of these 11, three were visually impaired and 11 were hearing impaired. Difficulty to communicate and commute was a major issue for these people, who were working in various fields and completing their education in Indore. With no way to earn their bread, they wanted to return home but were facing difficulty in communicating and finding requisite support. With the help of special educators Monika and Gyanendra Purohit, the persons came together and communicated their issues. “The basic problem was arranging vehicle for them to go home, which on understanding the pain of these disabled persons Suresh Singh Bhadoria helped with,” Purohit said. Director Social Justice Govt of India K V S Rao ensured safe transport of persons. Joint Director Social Justice Suchitra Tirkey provided local transportation for persons. Until now about 250 persons have been to reach home ...

Animals residing in Kamla Nehru Prani Sangrahalaya, Indore might not have any visitors since last two months, at least they are relaxing and enjoying their special summer diet with coconut water, de-stress supplements, mood enhancing fruits, glucose powered feeds and electrolytes. As Nautapa peeks, heat waves affect health and wellness of animals especially snakes in the recently built snake house at city zoo. City zoo is taking extra measures to ensure wellness of animals as high temperatures can often result in fatalities. With the snake house hosting about 30 reptiles in over a dozen enclosures, it is a new challenge for city zoo. “The major issue faced by animals much like humans in Indore is due to hot and dry weather,” Dr Uttam Yadav, city zoo in-charge, said. He explained that humidity plays an essential role in wellness of most animals. “Handling high temperature is a major issue only in case of birds, but dry weather troubles most animals in city zoo,” Yadav said. T...

Are you a fan of south Indian simple and light dishes? A lot of Indoris cannot resist the classic dosa or the modified fusion Chinese idli in the city. However, due to high rice content, these delicacies are not diabetic friendly and low in fibre content. Here is an interesting way to enjoy a healthier, tastier and better Green Idli this summer. This recipe will help you in braving summers and staying strong. Health Benefits The recipe is rich in B-complex vitamins and moong dal helps your body break carbohydrates down to glucose, and produce usable energy for your body. The folic acid present in it also helps maintain healthy brain function and in the production of DNA. Giving your body enough nutrition, the recipe has some amount of vitamin E, C and K. Further, it is good source of antioxidants, which may reduce your risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and certain cancer How to make Green Idli? ·         C...

Prior to Pentecost, Christian community is following the lessons taught by Jesus Christ and helping those in need. In their drive to help underprivileged families, Christian volunteers forming a group are providing ration packets to them. Christian holiday of Pentecost, which is celebrated the 49th day (the seventh Sunday) after Easter Sunday, will be celebrated on May 31 this year. The holiday commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ. Under the drive, ration packets are given to 200 to 250 people on a regular basis. “Christ was the ultimate social worker. Not only could he find housing for people, or give them free food,” Ashutosh Joseph, a volunteer said. He cited that in the Bible, God's call to His followers to care for other human beings is clear (Philippians 2:4; 1 John 3:17-18; Proverbs 19:17 New International Version). “In fact, Jesus states that one of the most important commandments is ‘love your neighbour...

As district administration restarts the delivery of fish to homes, many people wonder whether it is safe to have fish and poultry meats and whether it can increase the likelihood of covid-19 infection. Solving their queries, veterinarians from all over the country discussed difference in pathogenesis of human and animal corona viruses in three-day webinar. The webinar concluding on Thursday was organised by Veterinary and Animal Husbandry College, Mhow, and Nanaji Deshmukh Veterinary Science University, Jabalpur. The organising committee of veterinary doctors from Indore coordinated the webinar. “SARS- CoV-2 virus is usually transmitted through direct contact with an infected person’s body fluids like from coughing or sneezing or indirectly through contact with surfaces. Coronaviruses need a host and cannot grow in food,” veterinarian Dr Jawaharlal Vegad, scientist at Emeritus Department of Animal Pathology, said. He cited reports of World Organization for Animal Health, Food ...

Anxious about the future of your child and studies? Don’t be! With every challenge comes an innovative solution. Indore Sahodaya Complex of CBSE schools has decided to cut down the syllabus by 20 percent for this academic session and modify the learning process to become more interactive. Further, another major announcement made by the complex is limiting online classes to 2 to 2.5 hours maximum in a day. However, we cannot deny that the reformed education system with online classes would require parents to play a major role in helping and teaching the child. Discussing how CBSE schools are planning the academic session 2020-21, chairman of Indore Sahodaya UK Jha said, “Until now, in the online learning sessions, it has become clear that senior students can cope up and understand studying online in time.” However, pre-primary, primary and middle school students are having trouble in even communicating via screen to their teachers. “In case of junior students, the communication a...

Following the dilemma of boarding students, Central Board of Secondary Education followed in the footsteps of Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) and announced that students will be allowed to give examination in their hometowns and need not travel to their examination centres. Official notification in this regards would be issued in June first week, as per CBSE’s announcement. “It has come to the notice that due to closure of schools and because of spread of Covid-19 and lockdown, some students are now not present at the station from where they were appearing in examinations, prior to postponement of the examination and it would be difficult for them to appear in the scheduled examination from their existing examination centre,” the board said. Keeping in view, the situation, CBSE secretary Anurag Tripathi announced that students who went back to their home states/districts can inform their schools of their location and will be permitted to write exams in the di...

National Council for Hotel Management Joint Entrance Examination (NCHM JEE) 2020 will be conducted on June 22 from 3 pm to 6 pm, as per official notification released by National Testing Agency on Wednesday. NTA rescheduled NCHM JEE 2020 examination which was earlier scheduled to be conducted on 25 May, as noted in the official notification released by NCHM JEE director general Dr Vineet Joshi. The examination dates have been rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation across the country and the subsequent lockdown which has been further extended by the central government till 31 May. With regard to the NCHM JEE 2020 admit card, the notification clarifies that the dates for downloading the Admit card for NCHM JEE 2020 will be displayed 15 days prior to the examination, candidates will be able to download the admit card for the examination through the link which will be provided on the official website. NCHM JEE is conducted for the admission to the Hotel Management ...

A song of unity composed and produced by classical singer Gautam Kale, which was released by Pallavi Ashutosh Sharma, wife of martyr Col Ashutosh Sharma is now trending on social media and has received over 5,000 views in just a couple of hours. The song has several young singers and senior artists from Indore. Overall, there are about 85 total singers in the song. The song has been composed during lockdown with videos of singers singing the same song at home. Featuring collages of singers represents the unity we have even while staying at social distance to control the spread of coronavirus. “The song has been composed using names of god in all the different languages to revive our unity, which has essentially been a part of our lives forever,” Dr Kishore Kale, the composer of song, said. The song prays to god seeking forgiveness for all the mistakes by human beings especially towards harming environment with careless actions. Dr Kale is also senior most singer in the vid...

Locusts have been attacking crops in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and will enter Chhattisgarh in a day or two, as per warning issued by Central Integrated Pest Management Centre (CIPMC) on Wednesday. Farmers have been advised to use pesticides like malathion, fenvalerate and quinalphos, to save their crops from locust attack. Further, use of chlorpyrifos, deltamethrin, diflubenzuron, fipronil and lambda-cyhalothrin pesticides for protecting their crops and trees is being done as per public relation officer of CIPMC. In Indore where we have a wide category of organic farmers, who steer their farms clear of pesticides, use of neem concentrates, leaves and water was seen. Focusing further on how neem can prevent crops and trees from locusts without the use of strong pesticides, Dr Nirrmala Kotharii, general secretary of World Neem Organisation, shared some researches with Free Press quoting the importance of using Neem as pesticides to beat locusts. “Recent laboratory research ...

Italian food has become an essential part of our life. Even if not the variety of pasta and lasaniya on a regular basis, most of us are accustomed to having pizza as an easy substitute for lunch/dinner. Due to lockdown, while many miss the pizza and would love to quickly order one, it might not be the wisest choice. Here is a fun way to enjoy the flavour of pizza in a healthier and tastier way at home. Calzone paratha is a version of Italian calzone that can be easily prepared in any Indian home with minimal ingredients. Health Benefits This recipe uses whole wheat chapatti, which is a powerhouse of nutrients. It is rich in Vitamin B, E & minerals such as copper, zinc, iodine, manganese, silicon, potassium, calcium and other mineral salts. Further, a lot of chronic diseases need a diet with foods like chapatti in them. This helps in preparing your body and immune system to deal with various types of diseases. How to make Calzone Paratha? ·    ...

As Nautapa continues, monsoon is not far and then neither are the basic problems of water logging, overflowing chambers and large water filled potholes in the city. With monsoon coming, several waterborne infections like Malaria, Dengue, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, etc. are bound to rise as usual. With covid-19 already challenging our daily lives, Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) should beware about the possible risks and take necessary precautions. Talking to our readers, we found what they think are basic essential steps to keep infections and problems of monsoon at bay amid coronavirus pandemic.                                                         “Health challenges will multiply with monsoon. Though we need...

With temperature rising to over 42.5 degree Celsius in Nautapa, even corona warriors including cops and healthcare workers missed ‘chabeel’ on Tuesday, a chilled sweetened drink served by gurudwaras in the city on death anniversary of Guru Arjun Dev. As the nation-wide lockdown to curtail the spread of COVID-19 continued in Indore, where the number of infected patients is rising unabated, Sikh community paid respect to the Guru at home and small gathering in gurudwara for path and kirtan. Serving chhabeel along the roadside during summers is an age-old tradition associated with the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan Dev. This year, the guru’s martrydom day will be observed on May 26, but it is for the first time that neither gurdwaras nor social workers could set up chabeel stalls, courtesy the fear of spread of coronavirus. A healthcare worker Naresh Shringi said, “During this time, when the heat rises, we get a relief from chabeel prepared in Gurudwara, but this year, everything lo...

After Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced pending board examination date-sheet, students are worried about finding their way back to Indore, which is a hotspot for coronavirus. While the only way of local transport that is open for people is through flights, many students come from nearby districts and villages to study in the education hub of Madhya Pradesh Indore. With the only option of getting a pass and driving in their personal vehicle, many students will face a major challenge in commuting to Indore. “We rent a tractor here and own some two-wheelers, as it is more convenient to drive a two-wheeler than a car in my village Alanpur in Harda district,” Sonali Patoria, a student attempting CBSE class XII board examination, said. She added that this was the normal way of life for most villagers even in nearby villages. “Now, that we have to come back to Indore for attempting our pending examination, our parents are more worried about life than ever,” Hira J...

From Irish cuisine, this is a different way to have a complete meal with vegetables for fibre, beans for protein and pie crust for basic carbohydrates. Hand Pie are a fun and delicious way to spice up your cuisine during lockdown. How to make Irish Hand Pie? ·         In a bowl, whisk 1 cup whole wheat flour and 1 cup refine flour with salt and ½ cup coconut oil. Drizzle the ice-cold water into the flour, a little at a time, while mixing with a fork, until the dough comes together. ·         Pat the dough into a disc, wrap tightly with cling wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. ·         Heat oil and cook garlic, potatoes followed by the cabbage. Cook the mixture for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently. ·         Add herbs, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar and tamari/soy sauce. ·       ...

All the churches in India are taking action to raise a Prayer of Hope on May 31 at noon to help in fighting corona virus pandemic, as shared in the press release issued by Reverent Chacko Thottumarickal, Bishop of Indore, on Monday. This has been planned on the Day of Pentecost, which will be celebrated on May 31, 2020. Day of Pentecost is an important day when all the Churches celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit of God on the 50th Day of the Day of Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is the day that the Church was formed and is hence a very solemn and important day for the community. This year, all the Churches in India would also dedicate this Day to a time of Prayer for the Country as we come united in these very difficult and trying circumstances. “As we struggle through these unprecedented times, we come united as one, believing for a better tomorrow, believing for a COVID-FREE India,” Bishop said. Every church and every denomination in India have decided...

Eid Ul-Fitr commonly known as ‘Meethi Eid’ was celebrated in Indore with fervour and protocols of lockdown to prevent coronavirus on Monday. To greet Shahar Qazi Dr Isharat Ali, Indore collector Manish Singh and DIG Harinarayanachari Mishra visited his home and wished Eid Mubarak following social distancing. In his message to the city, Ali appealed to Muslims to offer the Eid namaaz at their homes and avoid going out. “I have also urged people to avoid shaking hands and to also avoid the traditional embrace for the safety of themselves and others,” Ali said. Despite the protocols, families found their own way to celebrate the day with their family members. Accepting the request of the religious gurus and administration, Muslims recited Eid prayers at their home and greeted each other. Though children are missing the traditional Eid get together, even they understand the importance of lockdown. Switching to virtual greetings, Eid wishes and congratulatory posts were trend...

During the lockdown when online time and users have pumped up, a 12-year-old girl has not used any online or offline entertainment services for the last 10-days and has continuously been praying for the city and world to heal from corona virus infection. Zainab Shaikh, a school student, was pained by the trauma of the world as over 50 lakh fight coronavirus. “Though it is possible that humans deserve to be lockdown and learn to respect nature, but such a suffering of human kind pains my heart,” she said. Residing at Maharani road, this little girl could not helplessly see the city and world suffer through corona. “If there is a will, there is a way, and I saw my way in prayers to Allah for saving the world,” Zainab said. On 20 th day of Ramzan that was May 14, she isolated herself in a room to concentrate on prayers. “We must devote ourselves entirely in ‘ibadah’ and impossible can happen,” Zainab said. She spent the following 10 days, i.e. known as last Ashrah of Ramzan in...

  On Eid Ul-Fitr, it is impossible for any Indian not to crave sweets, especially Sheer Kurma. Indore stands as another example of India where there is unity in diversity. It is common for every Indori to taste and enjoy Sheer Kurma brought to their homes and offices on Eid. To add a new twist to Eid this year, we have a heathy and must-try recipe for our readers. This recipe will help you stay cool as Navtapa, the nine hottest day of the year, begin from May 25, i.e. today. Presenting Thandai flavoured Sheer Kurma. Health Benefits ·         It is an excellent energy booster especially during the summer season in India. ·         It aids in digestion and immensely help in cooling down the body during the season change. ·         It often works as a mild natural anti-depressant and helps in improving the mood swings. How to make Thandai flavoured Sheer Kurm...

Students attempting Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) examination need not travel back to the city for attempting the board examinations. Allowing students to attempt the examination in different districts than their school, the board announced this decision on Sunday. As per information, students attempting higher secondary board examination including higher secondary examination for science, commerce and specially-abled students can avail this facility. Anil Suchari, secretary MPBSE, said, “Due to coronavirus, the entire state is facing lockdown and many students from villages have returned home.” For completing their higher education, most students from villages travel to their nearest town. Over 5,000 students were probably attempting board examination in Indore from other districts. These students had moved to city after completing their middle school education. However, due to lockdown, all the students returned home as board examinations were postpo...

  Life is precious and learning that lesson soon, this mini-town has stocked up on essentials prevention kits for lockdown and ensuring necessary precautions. Treasure Town situated in Bijalpur is home to 1,200 families. To secure the lives of residents from corona virus attack, the township has its own rules for residents. Residents are now confined to their homes, but safe and helping in controlling the outspread of covid-19, said Deepam Shewani, head of the township while sharing the details about preventive measures. No Outsiders Allowed Like many other townships, Treasure Town has adopted the practise of not allowing any outside vehicles inside. All the delivery personnel are required to drop off the deliveries at the gate. The person ordering the grocery or any other item is required to pick up the delivered packet from the gate. At the gate, security guard and other staff is instructed to keep social distance. Sanitising every incoming vehicle Ensuring tha...

Celebrating ‘Meethi Eid’, Dawoodi Bohras offered the Eid-ul-Fitr namaz in their homes on Saturday because of the ongoing restrictions on gatherings at places of worship among others. Similarly, rest of the Muslim community too has been advised by clerics to offer the Eid namaz and hold its sermon at home just like they have been doing for Friday prayers in the wake of lockdown since March. Muslims too won’t be able to offer namaz at eidgahs (open spaces) for Eid which they are likely to celebrate either on Sunday or Monday. Since meeting other community members to celebrate Eid was not possible in person, the community used technology to wish each other. Using messages, voice and video calls, community members wished each other on Eid. Dawoodi Bohra community was ordained by their spiritual head, the Syedna, to not to step out of home for any religious activity amid the pandemic. Burhanuddin Shakruwala, an office bearer of Dawood Bohra community, said that strict day-to-...

Last day to apply for Joint Entrance Examination mains 2020 second attempt is on May 24, i.e. today. The applications for JEE mains 2020 exams were re-opened due to lockdown and change in dates. Extended till May 24, JEE special window was another chance for students whose plans to study abroad were held back to corona pandemic. JEE Mains conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) is the primary entrance examination for students hoping to study in mainly Indian Institute Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIITs) and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Online application can be submitted until 5 pm on May 24, while the fee can be paid online until 11:50 pm. “In view of the representations received from various Indian students who were scheduled to join colleges abroad, but are now keen to pursue their studies in the country due to the changed circumstances arising out of COVID-19 and would thus li...

Period does not stop during pandemic and not even for those who are returning home while travelling for over 1,200 kilometres. Women including teenagers and middle-aged women travelling from Maharashtra to their village in Uttar Pradesh are no different and hence, facing the same menstrual cramps, weakness and even at a lack of sanitary pads. Among thousands of migrant workers, many women are crossing Indore and other districts in Madhya Pradesh. After photos of their cracked feet went viral, district administration and social workers have started offering them food packets and slippers. However, a pain that cannot be depicted by photographs and yet faced by every woman is another trouble for women travelling among the troops. Handling period pains is not easy for most women even on an ordinary day. These women are not only fighting the pain but also travelling most of the day burning up the last inch of strength in their bodies. “You cannot say and even expect an entire tro...

A fun sweet that is light on your stomach while keeping it cool during summers is Vattayappam. Vattayappam is a typical Kerala Christian recipe and it seemed pretty simple and armed with the potent yeast (yeast is to be used in absence of Palm wine also known as toddy). This recipe can be modified: Idli steamers can be used to get idli-shaped vattayappams. You can reduce the sugar and serve these as breads to accompany any Kerala style curry such as stew. Health Benefits The recipe is high in minerals such as calcium and iron; it is also rich in vitamins, such as niacin, vitamin D, thiamine and riboflavin. Rice does not contain gluten and therefore, it can be easily included in the diet of people suffering from celiac disease and those who are allergic to proteins such as those found in wheat, barley, rye and oats. Rice is a highly nutritious food item that is essential to boost one's health. How to prepare? ·         To prepare vattay...