Traditionally fasting is associated with religious observance as followers of the world’s major religions practice some form of fasting. Medical research on fasting has shown benefits in areas of obesity, cancer, lupus, skin conditions, allergies, addictions, blood pressure, etc. There is now also increasing research on psychological benefits of fasting. Let’s first look at how […]
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Sriram Karri for Scroll.in When Aurangzeb undertook the conquest of the Deccan, while his army was busy conquering the lands and subduing the Qutb Shahis, it was a customised Arab dish that travelled out from the cantonments, won the hearts of the people of Hyderabad and lived on a living legacy. It was called Harisah, […]
Anaadha Vidyarthi Griha, an orphanage in Hyderabad, is operating with a difference as it encourages social entrepreneurship among students. It not only provides shelter, but also gives education to hundreds of needy children. Established in 1919 with few students, the orphanage is now a home for many students studying in various schools and colleges across the city. The orphanage’s has […]
Swaraj Abhiyan Telangana calls for cancellation of illegal and arbitrary auction-sale of Government Land scheduled for 19 May 2016 on the sale of 54 land parcels admeasuring about 196 acres in Shaikpet Mandal of Hyderabad District and Serilingampally, Rajendranagar and Shankarpally mandals of Ranga Reddy District. On 13th may 2016, a representation has been submitted […]
Education has always been important and it is crucial for the entire developmental process of a country, its welfare and progress. As we know that RTE act completed 6 years, social auditing of 12 states (Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Jharkhand) in the month of February […]
People get tired with mundane work, therefore need ways to relax. A prominent way to relax in Hyderabad is ‘Chai’, which cost anything between Rs.5 to Rs.10 at any local hotels. It sets your mood to get going in hectic city life. Chai or tea is a traditional Indian drink served multiple times a day […]
Ambedkar’s dream remains unfulfilled
By Mohammed Abdul Mumin B. R. Ambedkar was a pragmatic leader with a clear vision: of annihilating caste from Indian society. His ideas are not confined to Indian society alone, but touch a multitude of things that govern the socio-political fabric of the world. He was in the league of Budhdha, Kabir and Phule. Although each […]
Search engine giant Google, famous for recognizing genius human beings worldwide through featuring them on its country specific home page as Doodle, gave a complete miss to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on 125th birthday. But as an Indian, you owe to know Ambedkar! Google Recognizes Ambedkar Known as father of India’s Constitution in post independence era, […]
Baigan ka bharta may be famous in southeast Asia for its taste, but Hyderabadi ‘baigan’ is evergreen for its usage. Its green or blue shades never matter so far it kicks off many nouns, verbs, and adjectives in Deccani Urdu. I hope you remember versatile usage of “achcha” in Hindi, funnily expressed by actor Aamir […]
By Mohammed Sanaullah Farhan # Home is where a man feels the warmth of careness, love and affection, where he sees the nurturing of one’s heart by nature, where he hears the voice of tranquillity and where he smells the aroma of life’s journey. It is a place characterised by all the necessary ingredients to […]