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On the beautiful islands of the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean grows a legendary palm. Lodoicea maldivica, also known as the double coconut, or coco-de-mer, is renowned for producing the largest and heaviest seeds in the world. With their rather suggestive shape and weighing up to an impressive 25kg, while measuring up to half a […]
In nature, there are many ways to protect yourself from potential predators: armour, poison, noxious smell, size or speed, etc. But perhaps no form of protection is as cunning as a disguise. Insects, whose body form has allowed for an impressive array of biological mimicry and deception, make particularly good use of camouflage. Some of […]
Churma Laddoo mainly hails from the Gujarati Cuisine but has spread all over Indian cuisine, particularly in Western India including Punjabi and Maharasthra Cuisine. INGREDIENTS 3 cup wheat flour, coarse ¾ cup ghee Water, for kneading oil or ghee, for frying 3 tbsp almonds, chopped 3 tbsp cashew, chopped 3 tbsp raisins 2 cup jaggery ½ tsp cardamom powder 2 tbsp poppy seeds INSTRUCTIONS Firstly, in a large bowl take 3 cup wheat flour and ½ […]
You could travel the entire world for the rest of your life and you are unlikely to find anywhere as fascinating as the Amazon Rainforest, home to the Victoria Water Lily. Shrouded in mystery and steeped in history, the Amazon is a never-ending source of fascination for scientists and adventurers alike. The Amazon Rainforest is most famed […]
This Eggless Vanilla Cake is simple to bake and uses readily available ingredients. The taste and texture makes it perfect for any occasion. INGREDIENTS: 2 and 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour 2 teaspoons Baking Powder 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1/4 teaspoon Salt 2 tablespoons Sugar 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk (I used a 300ml can) 1 cup Water 2 tablespoons Vinegar 2 tablespoons Vanilla […]
Janmashtami is a popular festival celebrated by Hindus all across the globe. Also known as Shri Krishna Janmashtami and Gokulashtami, this day is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna. According to the legends, the eighth son of Devki, Lord Shri Krishna was born on the 8th day of the dark fortnight of the […]
Who is Saint Teresa? Saint Teresa of Calcutta (known as Mother Teresa) was an Albanian-born Indian Roman Catholic missionary and nun who devoted her life to helping those most in need. She founded the Missionaries of Charity in India in 1950, and for over 45 years, she ministered to the poor, sick, orphaned and dying. […]
International Day of Charity is celebrated on 5 September to commemorate the death anniversary of Mother Teresa. International Day of Charity is celebrated every year on 5 September. The day has been established by the United Nations with the intention to promote and encourage charity and philanthropy across the globe. It also commemorates the death […]
Makhan Mishri is an all-time favourite bhog of Lord Krishna. It is specially prepared for the bhog of Lord Krishna at the festival of Janamashtmi. Ingredients 1 bowl of Malai or cream 3-4 cups of water 2-3 tsp Mishri (candied sugar) Leaves Holi Basil As needed Rose flowers & petals for garnishing Steps Firstly take malai or cream and beat with […]
These record-breaking beards are so strong they can pull cars, trains and have people dangled from them. The incredible feats of strength prove that facial hair is much more than just a fashion statement for these men. Kapil Gehlot (India) set the record for heaviest vehicle pulled by beard when he shifted a car weighing 2,205 kg […]
