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10 surprising benefits of ghee-roasted dry fruits

<keyword id="6446946" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Ghee" source="Orion">Ghee</keyword>, a quintessential ingredient in Indian cuisine, is more than just clarified butter; it’s a symbol of tradition, taste, and health. This golden elixir has transcended culinary boundaries, captivating taste buds globally. Known for its rich flavor, aromatic essence, and therapeutic properties, ghee holds a revered position in both kitchens and Ayurveda. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="What is Ghee?" comment="subhead" text="What is Ghee?">What is Ghee?</cmsannotation> Ghee, derived from simmering butter to remove milk solids, is a concentrated form of butterfat. This process renders it free from lactose and casein, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance. Its nutty, caramelized taste and high smoke point make it a versatile cooking medium. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Nutritional Value:" comment="subhead" text="Nutritional Value:">Nutritional Value:</cmsannotation> Rich in fat-soluble vitamins like A, E, and K, ghee aids in boosting immunity, improving vision, and maintaining healthy skin. Additionally, it contains butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid known for its anti-inflammatory properties and gut health benefits. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Health Benefits:" comment="subhead" text="Health Benefits:">Health Benefits:</cmsannotation> The benefits of ghee extend beyond taste. It’s believed to promote digestion, support weight loss, enhance brain function, and nourish the body from within. Its unique composition and fatty acids may assist in reducing inflammation and aiding in nutrient absorption. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Indian Household Use:" comment="subhead" text="Indian Household Use:">Indian Household Use:</cmsannotation> In Indian households, ghee is more than a culinary ingredient; it’s a cultural emblem. Used in religious rituals, traditional medicine (Ayurveda), and daily cooking, it adds depth and richness to a plethora of dishes, from aromatic curries to delectable sweets. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Culinary Uses:" comment="subhead" text="Culinary Uses:">Culinary Uses:</cmsannotation> Ghee’s versatility shines in various cuisines worldwide. Its high smoke point makes it ideal for sautéing, frying, and baking. Its distinct flavor enhances the taste of dishes, be it drizzled over steamed rice or used as a base for flavorful sauces. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Ways to Store Ghee:" comment="subhead" text="Ways to Store Ghee:">Ways to Store Ghee:</cmsannotation> To preserve its freshness, store ghee in an airtight container away from direct sunlight. Its low moisture content allows it to be stored at room temperature for an extended period without spoilage. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Precautions and Potential Side Effects:" comment="subhead" text="Precautions and Potential Side Effects:">Precautions and Potential Side Effects:</cmsannotation> While ghee is considered healthy in moderation, excessive consumption may lead to weight gain due to its high calorie and fat content. Individuals with high cholesterol or heart conditions should consume it in moderation. Furthermore, some people may be allergic to milk proteins still present in traces in ghee, so caution is advised for those with severe dairy allergies. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Five Frequently Asked Questions:" comment="subhead" text="Five Frequently Asked Questions:">Five Frequently Asked Questions:</cmsannotation> 1. Is ghee suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals? Yes, ghee is lactose-free as the milk solids are removed during the clarification process, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals. 2. Can ghee be used for frying? Absolutely! Ghee's high smoke point makes it an excellent choice for frying and sautéing without burning or emitting harmful compounds. 3. What distinguishes ghee from butter? Ghee is clarified butter where the milk solids and water content have been removed, resulting in a pure, golden-colored fat with a nutty flavor and a higher smoke point than butter. 4. How can one identify good quality ghee? High-quality ghee is golden-yellow in color, has a rich aroma, and a slightly nutty taste. It should be free from any impurities or off smells. 5. Can ghee be consumed by individuals on a weight-loss diet? Moderation is key. While ghee is calorie-dense, its healthy fats may aid in weight loss when consumed in controlled portions as part of a balanced diet. Ghee, an ancient culinary treasure, continues to enchant palates while offering a myriad of health benefits. Its legacy as a sacred, flavorful, and nourishing ingredient persists, transcending borders and centuries. Remember, moderation is essential when incorporating ghee into your diet, allowing you to savor its richness without compromising on health. Note: The article is based on content generated by AI models like Bard and Chatgpt. 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Unveiling the golden elixir: The many facets of Ghee

The Income Tax department on Wednesday conducted search operations at around 40 premises belonging to <keyword id="14506298" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="madhusudan-ghee" source="Orion">Madhusudan Ghee</keyword> in <keyword id="6358070" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="mumbai" source="Orion">Mumbai</keyword> and other places in <keyword id="13126" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="maharashtra" source="Orion">Maharashtra</keyword> in connection with alleged tax evasion, sources said. According to information, the firm recently invested in the power and dairy industries in <keyword id="6357713" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="uttar-pradesh" source="Orion">Uttar Pradesh</keyword>. The income tax department hasn't given any official quote in this respect. Sources said that the I-T officials were scanning the last three-year transactions of the firm. They were also recording the testimonies of the employees of the firm. In coming months, the I-T department may summon the <keyword id="22871" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="chartered-accountants" source="Orion">Chartered Accountants</keyword> of the firm, if their statements are required in the case, sources said. The sources said that a few documents and incriminating materials were also seized. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/singapore-to-to-act-tough-on-crypto-platforms-in-the-coming-months/articleshow/92994010.cms">Singapore to act tough on crypto platforms in the coming months</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/news/food-items-when-sold-loose-wont-attract-any-gst-says-nirmala-sitharaman/articleshow/92993947.cms">Food items when sold loose won't attract any GST, says Nirmala Sitharaman</a>

I-T officials raid 40 locations linked to Madhusudan Ghee in Mumbai

<ul><li>The <keyword id="6354321" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="bengaluru" source="Orion">Bengaluru</keyword> based popular <keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword>n consumer brand has forayed into the ₹10,000 crore ghee market of India.</li><li><keyword id="6358070" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="mumbai" source="Orion">Mumbai</keyword> has the largest market of packaged ghee in India followed by Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune and Hyderabad.</li><li>Founded in 2005, <keyword id="2577790" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="id-fresh-food" source="Orion">iD Fresh Food</keyword>, is known for its idli and dosa batters and it reported a 47% growth in the quarter ending June 2022. </li></ul>ID <keyword id="132468" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="fresh-food" source="Orion">Fresh Food</keyword>, an Indian consumer fresh food brand, announced its foray into the ₹10,000-crore ghee, or clarified butter, market with the launch of iD Ghee in Mumbai on Wednesday. The company is aiming to mop up an additional revenue of ₹100 crore from selling packaged ghee. Currently, Mumbai is the largest packaged ghee market in India followed by Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune and Hyderabad, accounting for more than half of packaged ghee sales in the country, the company said in a statement. “We believe that the packaged ghee market in India is ripe for disruption. Our product team has successfully extracted cream from milk and made ghee, without any freezing, keeping it fresh – sans any added colours, flavours, or additives,” said P.C. Musthafa, co-founder and CEO of iD Fresh Food. Ghee, also known as clarified butter, is made from milk cream and non-preserved butter. iD Fresh Food owns its entire supply chain, which it says, enables it to exercise strict quality control and faster speed to market. Founded in 2005, iD Fresh Food, is known for its idli and dosa batters. The company reported a 47% growth in the quarter ending June 2022. In an <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/id-fresh-food-is-looking-at-better-growth-with-batter-chapatis-and-tavas/articleshow/92854342.cms">interview</a> with Business <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/id-fresh-food-is-looking-at-better-growth-with-batter-chapatis-and-tavas/articleshow/92854342.cms">Insider last month</a>, Musthafa had said iD Fresh Food was looking to expand its product portfolio. ID Fresh Food was also targeting revenue of ₹700 crore this year and ₹1000 crore next year as it leveraged its expanded portfolio and expanded in new markets, Musthafa had told Business Insider. The Bengaluru-based consumer brand caters to over 45 cities, through its 30,000 retail stores in India, UAE, US and UK. The iD ghee would be available in one kg pouch ( ₹689), 500gm pouch with spout ( ₹350) and 500gm pet jar ( ₹375), it said on Wednesday. “As preservatives-laden and processed foods increasingly become the way of life, consumers today are keen to make conscious food choices. Pure ghee – is considered to be one of the most nutritionally beneficial products due to its medium-chain fatty acid content,” said <keyword id="5268" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="rahul-gandhi" source="Orion">Rahul Gandhi</keyword>, chief marketing officer, iD Fresh Food. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/this-adani-group-stock-has-doubled-in-12-months-and-has-surpassed-market-cap-of-itc-maruti-and-lt/articleshow/93322976.cms">This Adani group stock has doubled in 12 months and has surpassed market cap of ITC, Maruti and L&amp;T</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/swiggy-allows-employees-to-work-outside-company-to-make-more-money/articleshow/93322275.cms">Swiggy allows employees to work outside company to make more money</a>

ID Fresh enters the ghee market, eyes ₹100 crore revenue from the business

<ul><li>Nutrition expert Dr. <keyword id="4449519" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="nandita-iyer">Nandita Iyer</keyword> shares her views on what the term ‘<keyword id="1695225" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Superfood">superfood</keyword>’ actually means, and whether we need to indulge in the trend or not. </li><li>Any food that has a high proportion of one or more of these nutrients — such as vitamins, minerals or antioxidants — qualifies to be known as a superfood</li><li>"If you look at Indian superfoods, something like <keyword id="6400986" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="amla">amla</keyword> clearly tops the list because if blueberries are topping every international listicle on superfoods, amla has fifty times the antioxidant capacity of blueberries." - Dr. Nandita Iyer </li></ul> From <keyword id="55635" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="Turmeric">turmeric</keyword> to <keyword id="6446946" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="ghee">ghee</keyword>, Indians often tend to undervalue their historic possessions, but the moment it starts making waves abroad, we are more than willing to embrace something that was available to us all along. And strangely enough, some also resort to splurging copious amounts of money on imported fruits, vegetables, seeds, oils and whatnot while ignoring the real gems our land provides us. Business Insider spoke to nutrition expert Dr. Nandita Iyer who, after her first book — The Everyday Healthy Vegetarian — is set to launch her next book Everyday Superfoods in March, this year. She shares her views on what the term ‘superfood’ actually means, and whether we need to indulge in the trend or not. <div type="Video" msid="81211869" hostid="261" title="Dr. Nandita Iyer weighs in on how Indian cuisine is and always has been packed with 'superfoods'" dataSource="BUSINESSINSIDER" thumbUrl="https://denmark.timesinternet.in/cmslite/api/app/images.jpg?msid=81211869"></div> In her book, she has a section on 'Superfood Compendium' in which she lists out 39 of the most potent superfoods grown in India. These include: <div type="image" title="Superfoods" msid="81242013" hostid="261"></div> <div type="image" title="Indian superfoods" msid="81241421" hostid="261"></div> Edited excerpts of the conversation with Dr. Nandita Iyer follow: What is your definition of a superfood? When I was researching my book Everyday Superfoods, the first question that came to my mind is, how did this word come into being? And what I discovered was quite funny. The first-ever recorded usage of this word was in a Jamaican newspaper, and it was actually a reference to a wine brand — they just got creative. And the second known instance was in 1949, where another Canadian newspaper was advertising a muffin using the word superfood. So I think that the whole thing of using this term for marketing is definitely not a new thing because even before the term started being used in its true sense of the word, it was actually being used by brands. The definition of a superfood is pretty simple — it is any food that is nutrient-dense. Any food that has a high proportion of one or more of these nutrients — such as vitamins, minerals or antioxidants — qualifies to be known as a superfood, which is the well-accepted definition in the scientific community. Some believe it is just a marketing gimmick. Would you say otherwise? A true superfood will definitely have health benefits that are good for general health and boosting immunity. But to loosely use this term for processed goods, packaged foods, is definitely, I would say, a marketing gimmick. In the pre-Covid times, I used to love walking around supermarkets and see what new products were there. And invariably, there would be a whole bunch of new products that called themselves superfood, which is pretty misleading. It is the worst possible way to mislead people who may not be aware of nutrition and who may not be having a scientific bent of mind, so they may believe what is written on the packet. It is just a way to jack up the price of any product — if a regular food item costs X, by calling it a superfood, you can easily charge 5X. Considering the environmental cost, what are your thoughts on imported food items like avocados, <keyword id="573117" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Quinoa">quinoa</keyword> etc. In my book Everyday Superfoods, I have a whole chapter on sustainability. Anything that gets the label of a superfood does benefit the farmers who are growing that particular superfood. However, it also leads to a whole bunch of other unpleasant side effects. Instead of focusing on what is local, instead of focusing on what is in season, everybody starts rushing towards buying that one thing because it is in trend, it is popular, and it is getting a lot of attention and likes on Instagram, and that is not a good way to eat at all. If a lot of farmers start growing turmeric alone because it is the next big thing it will lead to monocropping - where farmers, instead of growing a variety of foods, grow one kind of food in one place. And that means the soil gets depleted, so they are adding extra fertilisers, further polluting groundwater. So it is like a vicious cycle. When it comes to quinoa, I think it started getting popular in the 1980s in the US because it began getting imported from Central America etc. Then the United Nations (UN) declared 2013 "The International Year of Quinoa." That just led to prices going up, and every farmer in South America was growing quinoa, and they did not even want to eat it themselves because they said, 'I could sell it for so much more so why should I eat into my own earnings, right?' The locals themselves stopped eating their ancient grains, something they were so used to, and they started eating wheat and other grains. It just destroys the balance of things in nature. This is why the emphasis is on - what is local, what is in season, and what have your ancestors been eating? Michael Pollan is someone I really consider a guru, and he says, "Don't eat anything your great-great-grandmother wouldn't recognise as food." And did my great, great grandmother know about quinoa? That said, this is a complex issue. Quinoa is now well grown in Karnataka. That is why the prices have fallen from what used to be like Rs 1500 or kilo to now it is literally Rs 200 a kilo. The good thing is that the crop does not consume as much water as rice because it is a pseudo-grain and grows in slightly harsher conditions. So it is okay for me to buy quinoa, which is locally-grown and it has not travelled 10,000 miles to reach me. So there is no binary in this aspect, which is why this whole subject is so complex and so tough for people to decide what to eat, what not to eat. It takes a few extra seconds to see the back of the pack and see where it is grown because it will definitely be mentioned. <div type="image" title="Amla" msid="81241745" hostid="261"></div> Can you give us a bit of a primer on Indian superfoods? Since we talked about how it is not really a label that matters, the questions we need to ask are, is this a nutrient-dense food? Is this locally available? Is it readily available? Because anything you label as a superfood is usually costly, it is not available round the year and is often imported from far away. These will be very difficult to include in your daily diet, and like we already discussed, no superfood is a miracle pill that you eat once a year, and your life will be sorted. So, whatever it is, it needs to be consumed in a fairly regular way. It needs to be part of your lifestyle, and for that purpose, these can only be readily available and affordable foods. If you look at Indian superfoods, something like amla clearly tops the list because if blueberries are topping every international listicle on superfoods, amla has fifty times the antioxidant capacity of blueberries. And it is so cheap, local, and though it is seasonal, the beauty in Indian food and Indian cuisine is that there are at least five different ways in which amla is preserved - it is dried, it is made into a supari, it is preserved in honey, it is preserved as a sharbat, and of course, pickled. So while amla is available possibly for three months in a year, we can actually eat it round the year by just using our traditional preservation techniques. We do not need any factory or industry to be preserving it, these are all home-based preservation techniques. Fermented drinks like kombucha seem to be all the rage. What are the Indian alternatives to the same? So, we have our chaach, and there is a kaanji made in the North using mustard seeds and carrots fermented over two to three days. In the South, you have kanji, which is nothing but rice that is overcooked and soft and some buttermilk is added to that, and it is actually kept overnight to ferment. Sometimes it is also hard because when there was rice leftover the previous night and there was no refrigeration in the earlier days, so people would just add water to the rice and leave it outside on the counter. Next morning, it will be slightly fermented, and they will have it with some chopped onion or pickle. In Odisha, you have the pakhala bhata, which is again a similar thing where it is an overnight fermented rice gruel. This is a double dose of probiotics from fermenting the rice itself, and you are adding buttermilk, which is also a fermented drink. Do you believe that those who are not buying into this trend are destined for doom? I definitely think they are not doomed. But the superfoods I have mentioned in my book are so every day that invariably, people living in India are eating many of them in their standard diet. Like dark green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, lobia (black-eyed peas), green moong, these are all everyday ingredients but poor things — they do not come with this crown or this fancy label, but they are superfoods. Whether you buy into the trend or not, if you are eating Indian cuisine, you are already eating many of these things. We eat turmeric every single day, and black pepper is there in our masalas, plus our chai masala has so many ingredients. So Indian cuisine is so rich in superfoods by itself that even if someone is a non-believer in this trend, they are already eating it. I am sorry to disappoint them. However, it is definitely not true that they are doomed if they do not buy into the trend because, anything that we adapt, it has to be a gradual change in lifestyle itself, and that is what we need to believe and invest in it rather than just flipping from trend to trend because a trend is very temporary and a lifestyle is forever. In life, health and nutrition, there are absolutely no binaries. People want binary answers because it saves them from analysing their own life and health problems. They need to think for themselves and find out, 'Am I able to do this? Is this sustainable for me?' This is why I get quite frustrated when I see a YouTube video saying, 'drink this pink tea and you will lose 20 kilos'. Which is one of the reasons I wrote this book. It is not fancy, it is not clickbait, and it is not anything shocking. It is pretty much everyday knowledge, but definitely, that common knowledge and moderation seem to be somewhere lurking in the background. It is not convincing enough for people to follow a more moderate path. Also, our health is heavily dependent on our genetic lottery. I may abuse my health in every possible way, and I may still live to 100 with absolutely no problems. And someone who is so careful about their health does everything right and suffers a cardiac problem in their 40s. I am not saying follow the trend and go after every superfood you see, but try to take some baby steps towards a good lifestyle that you sustain for life. Not something you do because it is in the news today. 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Whether we like it or not, Indians are already partaking in the superfood ‘trend’

<ul class="summary-list"><li>NFL star <keyword id="12026044" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="aaron-rodgers" source="Orion">Aaron Rodgers</keyword> said he recently completed a 12-day Panchakarma <keyword id="13262460" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="cleanse" source="Orion">cleanse</keyword> for detoxification.</li><li>The Ayurvedic treatment includes laxatives, strict <keyword id="11892706" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="diet" source="Orion">diet</keyword>, and abstaining from exercise, sex, and sugar.</li></ul>Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the NFL's reigning MVP, says he recently finished a 12-day cleanse involving butter, laxatives, and abstaining from sugar, sex, and alcohol. Rodgers said on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RgrKWDYdho">Pat McAfee Show</a> that he completed a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RgrKWDYdho">Panchakarma</a>, a period of reflection meant for cleansing the mind and body. The Panchakarma is rooted in a traditional healing practice from India called Ayurvedic medicine, which promotes <keyword id="11894571" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="health" source="Orion">health</keyword> and wellbeing by balancing the elements or energies with lifestyle, diet, and meditation. It is intended to "lubricate" and cleanse the digestive system, and should be done only with a trained practitioner, according to the <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/introduction-to-panchakarma/#">Ayurvedic Institute</a>. Rodgers said he felt a sense of gratitude after the cleanse and it helped him relieve stress. <h2>The cleanse typically includes a strict diet and avoidance of vigorous activity</h2>The exact process of the Panchakarma can vary, since different people are likely to have different needs based on their unique energy balance, according to the <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/introduction-to-panchakarma/#">Ayurvedic Institute</a>. However, the basic recommendations for the cleanse include drinking two ounces of warm ghee (clarified butter) in the morning and herbal laxatives at night. Practitioners eat mainly mixture of rice, mung beans, and vegetables known as kichari, cooked with more ghee and seasonings like ginger, turmeric, and coriander. Foods to avoid during the cleanse include sugar, alcohol, caffeine, drugs, dairy, and cold food or beverages, according to the <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/introduction-to-panchakarma/#">Ayurvedic Institute</a>. During the cleanse, practitioners should avoid any stimulating activities like exercise, music, television, or sex, and spend time resting and reflecting in a warm, quiet place. In some cases, the process may involve "therapeutic vomiting," enemas, and bloodletting.<h2>There's no evidence you can remove toxins with a cleanse, and risks include dehydration and digestive upset</h2>While there may be a spiritual side to the Panchakarma, there's no evidence-based health benefit to undertaking a cleanse diet, according to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bonnietaubdix/">Bonnie Taub-Dix</a>, <a href="https://bonnietaubdix.com">registered dietitian</a> and the author of "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Read-Before-You-Eat-Taking/dp/1979739722/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1511824854&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=read+it+before+you+eat+it">Read It Before You Eat It - Taking You from Label to Table</a>." "We were given livers and kidneys to help with <keyword id="12549378" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="detox" source="Orion">detox</keyword>, we don't need to do something like this to make yourself healthier," she told Insider. One <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/labs/pmc/articles/mid/NIHMS116241/">2009 study</a> found that, while there was no evidence of major health benefits of Panchakarma itself, the cleanse may make people feel healthier. However, Taub-Dix said there's a risk of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance from consistent use of laxatives and ghee, which also has a laxative effect as a concentrated form of saturated fat. Instead of undertaking a rigorous detox process, Taub-Dix would recommend most people to try small, consistent changes that balance their diet."Cleanses are short term practices that bring unrealistic results. The focus is to lubricate your system and push foods out, when you should be focusing on what you're putting into your body," she said.

Aaron Rodgers said he did a 12-day Panchakarma cleanse, which involves drinking warm ghee in the morning and a laxative at night

<ul><li><keyword id="6359432" type="DOMAIN" weightage="20" keywordseo="britannia">Britannia</keyword>'s essentials products such as biscuits, cakes, rusk, croissants, milkshakes, wafers, ghee and dairy whitener will be sourced by <keyword id="3275685" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="dunzo">Dunzo</keyword> from its distribution centers.</li><li>Earlier two FMCG makers - ITC Foods and Marico - had announced such partnerships to get their products delivered at consumer's doorsteps by using the service of app-based aggregators.</li></ul>FMCG major <keyword id="146218" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Britannia-Industries">Britannia Industries</keyword> on Tuesday said it has partnered with Dunzo, an on-demand e-commerce platform, to deliver its range of products during the nationwide lockdown. Customers can get Britannia products at their doorsteps through the Dunzo app in less than an hour of ordering from the 'Britannia Essentials' store. The first store in Bengaluru will be operational from Tuesday onwards and would be extended to other cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Gurgaon, Jaipur, Hyderabad and Chennai, a joint statement said. "During this unprecedented time, it is critical for us to maintain a continuous supply of our products which are daily staples in millions of Indian households. With a significant rise in demand for at-home delivery, we are happy to leverage Dunzo's innovative and most advanced technology platform, to enable seamless delivery of products every day," Britannia Industries Managing Director <keyword id="459296" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Varun-Berry">Varun Berry</keyword> said. Britannia's essentials products such as biscuits, cakes, rusk, croissants, milkshakes, wafers, ghee and dairy whitener will be sourced by Dunzo from its distribution centers. "Across the country, there is a demand for essentials and in these extraordinary times, companies need to rise to the occasion. We at Dunzo are committed to helping our cities fight the COVID-19 pandemic," Dunzo CEO and Co-Founder Kabeer Biswas said. Earlier two FMCG makers - ITC Foods and Marico - had announced such partnerships to get their products delivered at consumer's doorsteps by using the service of app-based aggregators. ITC Foods has announced partnership with Dominio's Pizaa and launched "Domino's Essentials" to deliver groceries and packaged foods to customers during the lockdown period. Marico has partnered online food ordering platform Swiggy and <keyword id="830092" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Zomato">Zomato</keyword> to deliver essential food items to consumers. Under this partnership, Swiggy and Zomato would deliver essential food items under the Marico portfolio which includes Saffola Oils, Saffola Plain Oats, Saffola Masala Oats and Coco Soul Virgin coconut oil, from their homes. India is presently going through an unprecedented complete lockdown of three weeks, ending on April 14, to prevent the spread of <keyword id="1754604" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="coronavirus">coronavirus</keyword>. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/zomato-and-swiggy-both-get-raise-funds-but-swiggy-leads-with-a-higher-valuation/articleshow/75008445.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Zomato and Swiggy both raise funds – but Swiggy leads with a higher valuation</a>

Britannia started home delivery of biscuits, cakes, rusk, croissants, milkshakes, wafers, ghee and dairy products

His story is like many others. Weighing 92 kilos and ridiculed by friends for being <keyword id="21091" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="overweight">overweight</keyword> is not a story to be frowned at. This happens almost every day. But it depends on you, whether you the stones thrown at you to build a wall or a bridge. 
 
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A major controversy has erupted surrounding the renowned <keyword id="23237741" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Tirupati-laddu" source="keywords">Tirupati laddu</keyword>, a sacred offering from the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Andhra Pradesh, after allegations surfaced about the use of animal fat in its preparation. The ruling Telugu Desam Party (<keyword id="19910623" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="TDP" source="keywords">TDP</keyword>) has accused the previous <keyword id="19973324" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="YSR-Congress-Party" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="YSR Congress Party" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="YSR Congress Party">YSR Congress Party</keyword> (YSRCP)-led government of adulterating the prasadam, a claim that has sent shockwaves through the Hindu community. <h2>The allegations</h2>The controversy began when TDP leader Nara Lokesh, son of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. <keyword id="19926151" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Chandrababu-Naidu" source="keywords">Chandrababu Naidu</keyword>, raised accusations against the former YSRCP government, led by Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy. Lokesh alleged that during YSRCP's tenure (2019–2024), the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) used adulterated ingredients, including animal fat, in the preparation of the sacred Tirupati laddu. He stated, "The previous government maintained Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) solely for their own and their partners' welfare. We exposed substandard Tirumala laddu production using animal fat, supported by lab reports." Lokesh further emphasised that the TDP government has since taken corrective steps by appointing a new Executive Officer (EO) to manage TTD, ensuring that quality standards are upheld. "CM Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to maintain the quality of prasadam. The NDA government will bring new reforms to TTD and restore its past glory," he added. <h2>Lab report confirms presence of animal fat</h2>TDP spokesperson Anam Venkata Ramana Reddy shared findings from a Gujarat-based lab, NDDB CALF Ltd, which allegedly confirmed the use of <keyword id="23237743" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="beef-tallow" source="keywords">beef tallow</keyword>, lard (pig fat), and fish oil in the ghee samples provided by TTD during the YSRCP regime. The samples, collected in July 2024, were reportedly found to contain these animal-derived fats instead of pure cow ghee, sparking outrage among devotees. "The lab reports certify that beef tallow, animal fat, lard, and fish oil were used in the preparation of ghee, which was supplied to Tirumala. This is an affront to the Hindu religion," Reddy stated. <h2>Political reactions and condemnations</h2>The allegations have stirred strong reactions across political lines. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu described the alleged adulteration as a grave insult to the religious sentiments of millions of Hindus. "Even Tirumala laddu was made with substandard ingredients... they used animal fat instead of ghee," he said while addressing the NDA legislature party meeting. Naidu’s son, Nara Lokesh, also took to social media to express his shock and condemnation, tweeting, "The Lord Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Tirumala is our most sacred temple. I am shocked to learn that the YSJagan administration used animal fat instead of ghee in the Tirupati Prasadam." On the other hand, Bhanuprakash Reddy, a former TTD Board Member and BJP leader, strongly condemned the use of animal fat in the revered prasadam and said that they would file a formal complaint against Jagan Mohan Reddy and other officials involved. "During Jagan Mohan Reddy's tenure, TTD used pure cow ghee to prepare laddu. Unfortunately, that was adulterated with vegetable oil and animal fat. This is a very bad thing that happened in the history of Tirumala. We are very sad, and we condemn the issue," Bhanuprakash told ANI. The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has also demanded swift action against those responsible, with its national spokesperson, Vinod Bansal, calling the allegations a "serious issue" and asserting, "Punish those who used animal fat in Tirupati laddu prasadam." <h2>YSR Congress Party denies allegations</h2>Despite the lab reports and mounting political pressure, the YSRCP has vehemently denied the allegations. Senior party leader and former TTD chairman Y.V. Subba Reddy termed the claims "malicious" and accused the TDP of fabricating the issue for political gains. "TDP supremo Chandrababu Naidu will stoop to any level for political gains. These allegations are nothing but an attempt to tarnish the previous government's image," Reddy said. While the TDP continues to push for accountability, the YSRCP remains firm in its stance, dismissing the claims as baseless. Amid the escalating controversy, K. Laxman, President of BJP OBC Morcha, has called for legal action, stating that the Hindu community’s sentiments have been deeply hurt. "The entire Hindu community all over the world condemns the action of the then government. We demand the present Chandrababu-led NDA government take firm legal action against the officials and persons concerned," Laxman asserted. As the scandal unfolds, devotees and political leaders alike await further clarity on the veracity of the lab reports and the actions that will be taken against those involved. For now, the TDP government has reassured devotees that pure cow ghee is once again being used in the preparation of the Tirupati laddu, a move aimed at restoring trust in the <keyword id="23244487" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="sacred-prasadam" source="keywords">sacred prasadam</keyword>. (With inputs from agencies)

Tirupati laddu controversy: Gujarat lab confirms presence of various animal fats in the sacred prasadam — here’s all we know

No matter how many exotic dishes you taste, "Maa ke haath ka khaana" is something that can never be forgotten. Almost every Indian mom has that one special dish that makes the entire family want to eat to their heart's content. On the occasion of <keyword id="23565163" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="World-Food-Day" source="keywords">World Food Day</keyword> today, we connected with a few Indian moms and asked them their special yet nutritious dish that gets their families' attention. Read on to know some healthy yet tasty recipes and try them out yourself! <h2>Archana Singh recommends Rava potato bites</h2> Archana Singh, a homemaker hailing from New Delhi, recommends <keyword id="23570396" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rava-bites" source="keywords">Rava bites</keyword> for a quick, healthy and delicious snack. All you need is 500 grams rava (a type of flour made from durum wheat), 50 grams cheese and 50 grams mashed potato. You also need some salt, oregano and chilly flakes, as per taste. Now, to make the potato bites, boil some water and put oregano, salt and chilli flakes. Now, lower the flame and start adding rava to this boiled water mixture. Add the rava gradually and keep mixing till it gets thicker and you get a dough. Now, remove this from the flame and let it cool. Once the dough cools down, make small bite-sized balls and add grated cheese and mashed potatoes to them. Take these bites and deep fry them. For a healthier recipe, you can opt for the air fryer. <h2>Meenakshi Sharma recommends home-made uttapam</h2> Who doesn't love the Indian version of pancakes, Uttapam? And they are really easy to make. Meenakshi Sharma, a teacher by profession, rarely gets time in the kitchen but when she does, her favourite go-to healthy snack is uttapam. You’ll need some idli batter prepared the previous day, along with a cup of chopped onions, tomatoes, spinach, and cilantro. You’ll also require half a cup of grated carrots and two tablespoons of vegetable oil. These simple ingredients will come together to create a nutritious and flavourful dish Start by combining the idli batter with the chopped vegetables in a bowl. Then, heat a non-stick pan with a little vegetable oil. Pour a ladle of the batter onto the pan, ensuring it remains thicker than a dosa. You will know that the batter is cooked when you notice little circles appear on it. Once you spot them, flip the uttapam and cook from the other side. Allow the uttapam to cook for about five minutes until the vegetables are slightly crisp. Serve hot, pairing it with coconut or groundnut chutney, or sambar for added flavour. <h2>Sumeeta Bindra recommends this <keyword id="23570397" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Veggie-rice-bowl" source="keywords">veggie rice bowl</keyword></h2> Sumeeta Bindra, another teacher hailing from New Delhi, swears by this veggie rice bowl recipe to satiate your hunger pangs in a quick and healthy way. For this Veggie Rice Bowl recipe, you’ll need one tablespoon of oil, about 6-7 garlic cloves, a bowl of your preferred vegetables, salt, oregano, a tablespoon each of chilli flakes and pizza pasta sauce, 1.5 cups of milk, and a slice of cheese. For the rice, gather another tablespoon of oil, 5-6 garlic cloves, some coriander leaves, and a bowl of boiled rice. Start by sautéing the vegetables with garlic, adding salt, chilli flakes, and cooking for a minute. Then, stir in the pizza pasta sauce, milk, and cheese, letting everything simmer until well combined. Set this aside. For the rice, sauté the chopped garlic and coriander leaves, seasoning with salt and pepper before mixing in the boiled rice. Finally, serve the sautéed veggies and rice together in a bowl for a hearty meal. <h2>Archana Kumar recommends roasted makhana </h2>Archana Kumar, a homemaker from New Delhi, feels nothing is better than some makhanas for those hunger cravings. To prepare roasted makhana, you’ll need two cups of makhana (fox nuts) and one tablespoon of cow ghee. Begin by heating a pan and adding the makhana along with the ghee. Roast them on a medium flame for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they become crispy and evenly roasted. Once done, sprinkle one teaspoon of Himalayan pink salt over the roasted makhana, and they’re ready to be served as a crunchy, healthy snack.

World Food Day 2024: Healthy yet tasty recipes from Indian moms’ kitchens because home is where the health is

There is no denying the fact that <keyword id="12724312" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="quick-commerce" source="Orion">quick commerce</keyword> platforms like <keyword id="19939135" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Swiggy-Instamart" source="keywords">Swiggy Instamart</keyword>, <keyword id="20069203" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Blinkit" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Blinkit" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Blinkit">Blinkit</keyword> and <keyword id="19939134" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Zepto" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Zepto" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Zepto">Zepto</keyword> have made life easier for us all. Be it planning a last-minute party or restocking your kitchen with regular <keyword id="20191825" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="groceries" source="keywords">groceries</keyword>, you can get almost anything on these platforms within minutes. The three platforms offer similar items but there is a slight difference in prices. So, if you are a regular shopper from any of these platforms and use them for buying groceries, here is some news for you. We compared the prices of a few grocery items on all three platforms and found out which one is offering items for a relatively cheaper price. Curious to know more? Well, read on! <h2>The grocery list </h2> First thing’s first, here is the full list of items that were used to compare prices across all three platforms: 1.Onion – 1 kg 2.Tomato – 1 kg 3.Potato – 1 kg 4.Milk – 1 litre 5.Butter – 500 grams 6.Eggs – Pack of 10 7.Bread – 1 packet 8.Cheese slices – Pack of 10 9.Ghee – 1 litre 10.Whole-wheat flour – 5 kg Also, it is to be noted that the location where these items were beingordered from is Rohini, New Delhi at 7:00 pm on August 27. Hence, the price of the items might vary depending on the region that you are living in. <h2>Swiggy, Zepto or Blinkit: A price comparison </h2> Now, coming to comparing the final bill of all three platforms. In Swiggy Instamart, the final bill (with Swiggy One membership) amounted to Rs 1,761 whereas on Zepto, the amount turned out to be Rs 1748. Blinkit, turned out to be the cheapest choice with bill amounting to Rs 1,740. <div type="image" title="Zepto (1)" msid="112862904" hostid="261"></div> We found out that the price of veggies was very similar in all three platforms and milk and bread costs exactly the same in all scenarios. Overall, there is not a lot of difference in prices but Blinkit stands the cheapest option out of all three. <h2>Here is a detailed look at what costs what on the three platforms: </h2> <table style="border-collapse:collapse;border:none;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-yfti-tbllook:1184;mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt" class="redcator-table-advance"> <tbody><tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> S.No </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left:none;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Item name and quantity </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left:none;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Zepto </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left:none;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Swiggy Instamart </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left:none;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Blinkit </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 1 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Onion – 1 kg </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 59 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 58 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 59 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 2 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Tomato – 1 kg </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 64 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 64 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 64 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 3 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Potato – 1 kg </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 46 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 46 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 45 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; 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mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 68 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 5 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Butter – 500 grams </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 262 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; 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mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 114 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 107 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 107 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 7 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Bread – 1 packet </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 50 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 50 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 50 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 8 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Cheese slices – Pack of 10 </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 141 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 159 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 136 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 9 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Ghee – 1 litre </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 626 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 619 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 618 </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width:42.3pt;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top:none;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> 10 </td> <td style="width:138.0pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Whole-wheat flour – 5 kg </td> <td style="width:90.15pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 308 </td> <td style="width:104.95pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 298 </td> <td style="width:75.4pt;border-top:none;border-left: none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;border-right:solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-left-alt:solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt"> Rs 287 </td> </tr> </tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody></table> So, the next time you go grocery shopping on any of these platforms, you have an idea of how to plan things in a smarter way. 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Devotees undertake various spiritual practices, including fasting, offering prayers, and performing rituals to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. The observance of Shravan Somwar, or fasting on Mondays, holds special significance as Mondays are considered sacred to Lord Shiva. <h2><keyword id="22484805" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Sawan-Somwar" source="keywords">Sawan Somwar</keyword> Calendar 2024</h2>In 2024, the Sawan month will feature five Mondays, each marking a special occasion for devotees to observe fasts and participate in rituals. Here is the detailed Sawan Somwar calendar: July 22, 2024 - Sawan Begins (First Shravan Somwar vrat) July 29, 2024 - Second Shravan Somwar vrat August 5, 2024 - Third Shravan Somwar vrat August 12, 2024 - Fourth Shravan Somwar vrat August 19, 2024 - Sawan Ends (Last or Fifth Shravan Somwar vrat) <h2>Historical and Mythological Significance of Sawan</h2>The month of Shravan is steeped in mythology and historical significance. According to Hindu scriptures, several important events are believed to have occurred during this month: Samudra Manthan: One of the most famous legends associated with Shravan is the churning of the ocean, or Samudra Manthan, by the Devas and Asuras to obtain Amrit (the nectar of immortality). During this process, a deadly poison called Halahala emerged, which had the potential to destroy the universe. Lord Shiva consumed the poison to save the world, and it turned his throat blue, earning him the name Neelkanth. This act of selflessness is commemorated during the month of Shravan. Marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati: Another significant event celebrated during Shravan is the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. According to mythology, Goddess Parvati undertook severe penance during Shravan to win the love and affection of Lord Shiva. Pleased with her devotion, Lord Shiva accepted her as his consort, and devotees celebrate their union this month. That’s why it is considered very auspicious to undertake fasting every Monday of the month. Kanwar Yatra: The Kanwar Yatra is a significant pilgrimage undertaken by devotees, known as Kanwariyas, who carry water from the holy Ganges River to offer it to Shiva temples. This ritual is performed as an act of devotion and penance. <h2>Rituals practised during Sawan</h2>Devotees observe various rituals and practices during the month of Shravan to seek blessings from Lord Shiva: Fasting: Observing fasts on Sawan Somwars is a common practice. Devotees often consume only water or fruits and avoid consuming grains and cereals. Abhishekam: Performing Abhishekam, or the ceremonial bathing of Shiva Lingam with water, milk, honey, and other sacred substances, is a significant ritual. It is believed that offering Abhishekam pleases Lord Shiva and grants his blessings. Chanting and Prayers: Devotees chant mantras and prayers dedicated to Lord Shiva, such as the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra and the Shiva Chalisa. Participating in Shiva Aarti (devotional song) is also common. Visiting Shiva Temples: Visiting Shiva temples and offering prayers is an integral part of Shravan observance. Many devotees undertake pilgrimages to prominent Shiva temples during this month. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="104016440" title="Discover the 7 most famous Shiva temples in India you must visit once" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div><h2> </h2><h2>Puja Vidhi</h2>Devotees who are fasting on Sawan Somwar (Sawan Monday) should wake up early, take a bath, and put on clean, new clothes. Afterwards, they should clean their home and the temple or puja room. The worship of the Shivlinga can be done either by visiting a temple or performing the ritual at home. This involves performing Abhishekam (ritual bathing) of the Shivlinga, applying white sandalwood to Lord Shiva, and offering bhang, dhatura, and bilvapatra (leaves). They should then light a ghee lamp or diya, listen to the story about the Sawan Somwar fast, and perform aarti (a devotional song) for Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati. It is important to perform the puja both in the morning and in the evening. <h2>Mantras you chant during Sawan</h2>1. Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat 2. Om Namah Shivay 3. Om Namah Parvati Pataye Har Har Mahadev The month of Shravan, or Sawan, holds immense significance in Hinduism as a period of intense devotion and spiritual practices dedicated to Lord Shiva. The observance of Sawan Somwars, fasting, and performing rituals are ways through which devotees seek the divine blessings of Lord Shiva. In 2024, with Sawan beginning on July 22 and ending on August 19, devotees have a special opportunity to deepen their spiritual connection and experience the divine grace of Lord Shiva. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/india/article/top-temples-to-visit-in-india-you-must-visit-atleast-once-in-a-lifetime/articleshow/109857477.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Top temples to visit in India you must visit atleast once in a lifetime</a>

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