#khumb

[masalavegan]

Hello mushroom lovers 🍄 ❤️ Have you tried the famous Mushroom Masala A.K.A. Khumb Masala? Quickly made with sautéed minced onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies & diced tomatoes. No oil needed, cooks beautiful in the moisture from the vegetables. Warming spices like Turmeric, Cumin Seeds, Coriander Seeds & salt to taste completes this dish. Ready in under 30 minutes including mincing the onions, garlic, tomatoes & ginger! Perfect with steamed rice or Roti (Indian Flatbread) #mushroom #khumb # masalavegan #vegan #plantbased #indianfood #lunch #tasty #onion #desikhana #punjabi #mushroomlovers #dinner #mushroomsofinstagram #mushroommasala #delicious #eatspal #crueltyfree #wfpb #nooil #eatplants #gharkakhana #vegansofinstagram #vegansofig (at Sydney, Australia) https://www.instagram.com/p/COFx1fAp8O4/?igshid=1sbdlhekzynd8

[redreachhimalaya]

Everest 3 passes trek is done by few people only.Kongma La is beautiful pass, views from pass is dramatic Mt.Thamserku, Mt Amadablam, Mt. Kongtega numerous mountains and glacial Lakes in front of yours eye with in few kilometers distance. There are several lakes just below the pass with surrounding meadow. If you are coming in late November to end of February required ropes, ice-axe and crampon. Other time of the year, no need to put any rope while descending or ascending. Cho La Pass is common one but difficulty is similar as Kongma La. Renjo La Pass from Gokyo to top is easy ascending, it is much easier compared to Cho La and Kongma La but descending from pass for about 100m is challenging when snow covers the trail. Same with crossing Lungden but very fascinating.More details on: https://redreachhimalaya.com/trip/everest-three-passes-trek

[burpthefoodchannel]

#burpthefoodchannel #mushrooms #curry #khumb #homemaderecipe #homecooking #foodforlife #tastyrecipes https://www.instagram.com/p/B_ZfjVQgATI/?igshid=1pd724ye9qu14

[lavenderscars]

Welcome to a world where politicians only care about votes.

While the dead bodies pile up.

Investing in statues, architecture, a new parliament, the Central Vista. #CentralVistaProject

Hiding the official figures, stopping labs from taking tests, shielding cremation grouds with tin sheets.

There's death in his hands, its out for all to see.

Delhi govt imposes a 14 day quarantine period for the khumb mela attendees. But how do we track them?

What if they flee?

The government waste resources to no avail.

People die asking for help.

More people die from lack of beds, oxygen, ICUs, Ventilators.

[zvaigzdelasas]

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The revamp of the road linking Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Oblast (GBAO) with China and the rest of Tajikistan will be overseen by the China Road and Bridge Corporation (China Road), according to the Tajik Transportation Ministry, whose head Azim Ibrohim joined representatives of the Chinese company at a June 23 ceremony to mark the beginning of the project. [...]

The ministry has given no estimate for a finish date for the first section of the road linking the towns of Kalai-Khumb and Vanj in GBAO’s two westernmost districts.

But a ministry representative told the private news agency Asia-Plus on June 23 that it expects a Chinese grant of $230 million to cover this section, which will include two new tunnels, cutting the road from 109 to 90 kilometers. [...]

Tajik leader Emomali Rahmon has made no secret of his desire to bring GBAO to heel, invariably pinning the region’s ills on the men [of the IRPT] whose on-off resistance dates back to the civil war of the 1990s. [...]

“Providing security for citizens is the function of the state and the head of state – nobody else,” Rahmon said, clearly indicating that the days of power-sharing, a product of the civil war peace deal, were long over. [...]

But the importance Beijing places on security in GBAO is well-documented.

The Chinese military operates an outpost in the southeastern tip of the province and, according to Tajikistan, is building a base for local special forces police.

The role of the military outpost, according to press reports, is to keep watch over Uyghur militants wishing to travel from Afghanistan into Xinjiang

29 Jun 22

[wanderlust555]

Uttarakhand formerly known as Uttaranchal is a northern state in India often referred to as Devabhumi (Land of Gods). This region is known for the natural environment habituating the Majestic Himalayas where the mountains mark the northern border of this state, accompanied by the Bhabhar which is the alluvial apron of sediments washed down by the rivers along the Himalayan and Shivalik hills. The lower lying land called the Terai with the lush green ground and small grassy hills. These all are the Wikipedia data about Devabhoomi, but the place looks like a heaven with the human-created litter all around.

This land blends with culture the maximum tourist from all around the world come here to seek salvation and to wash away their sins in Ganga. Ganga is said to be the purest river, it is considered that a dip in this holy water can wash away your lifetime sins. These all might be myths, but the stubborn fact behind it is Ganga at its origin i.e. at the Gangotri Glacier and Satopanth Glacier is crystal clear water which flows down as Alaknanda and Bhagirathi together conjoined at Devprayag.  This river flows 2525km before meeting the Bay of Bengal. It flows 250km through the mighty Himalayas at Rishikesh then debouches at Haridwar the pilgrimage town of India to join the Gangetic plains. The heavy pollution of the river has not only threatened the humans but also more than 140 fish species and 90 amphibian species along with the endangered Ganges Dolphins are affected. Yes, it’s true, these freshwater river Dolphins are quite rare and are found in South Asian rivers Ganga and Indus.

Trekking in Uttarakhand is one of the famous adventure sports awaiting the trekking enthusiast in Uttarakhand. In the vast amphitheatre of the Uttarakhand Himalayas and Karakorams, there are limitless possibilities for Trekking Tours, Mountaineering, Skiing, and River Rafting tours. Within this alluring arena, the Garhwal and Kumaon regions, occupy the central place, with special points of interest for the trekker. The picturesque Garhwali region in the Himalaya offers many wonderful trekking opportunities. The Tungnath temple, Chopta in the above picture marks a wonderful base camp for several treks. The winter treks even get more exciting with the winter sports activities at Auli, Chamoli District. Auli has everything that an ideal tourist dreams of, it is considered as a perfect European village in Asia, with the snow-covered peaks, skiing slopes and those wooden huts which are at an altitude of 2500m and above with a magnificent view of the crescent Himalayas marks glory to the whole trekking experience. Even the summer treks are more exciting at Valley of Flowers National Park it is at 3352 to 3658 meters above sea level, the gentle landscape of the Valley of Flowers National Park complements the rugged mountain wilderness of Nanda Devi National Park to the east. Together, they encompass a unique transition zone between the mountain ranges of the Zanskar and Great Himalaya.

Religion or faith can be defined as a belief in a supernatural power that protects us, punishes us and provides us with whatever we need. It sometimes has a face and sometimes it doesn’t but the faith prompts people to worship this power. Uttarakhand has a major chunk of the population believing in Hinduism but it still is a multi-faith society with other religions like Sikhism, Islam, Christianity and nature worshippers. Religion is big business in Uttarakhand, not just because it’s one of the important attractions for domestic tourists, but also because it’s a vital part of daily life for the people of these hills.

A large segment of the people in Uttarakhand, especially in the upper reaches, are heterodox Buddhists and Hindus. This is the area which has been known as `Dev Bhoomi’- the land of the gods. Many of Hinduism’s most important shrines lie within Uttarakhand, tucked away in the mountains and along the rivers of the state. Amongst these, the most sacred is the `Char Dham’- the four shrines of Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath, a pilgrimage of which is supposed to ensure instant salvation.

The people in Uttarakhand are very warm and welcoming in nature the way how the land is diversified similarly their eating habits are also very weird. There you might find people who vegan, vegetarian, eggetarian and non-vegetarian. Some people don’t even consume cow milk whereas some are completely meat consuming people and even there are some tribes whom we call agoras those who eat dead human bodies and drink their own urine waste. They are completely away from human societies and are more away from all the worldly pleasures, they consider themselves to have attained moksha (salvation).

These people are more seen during a big festival called Khumb Mela. It’s a mass Hindu pilgrimage of faith where Hindus gather to bathe in the holy river. Traditionally, four fairs are widely recognized as the Kumbh Melas: the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, Haridwar Kumbh Mela, the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha, and Ujjain Simhastha. These four fairs are held periodically at one of the following places by rotation and are held every 12years i.e. 3years gap between every four places. These places are basically located at the banks of river Ganga.

Uttarakhand is also famous for its variety of foods and desserts, the Kullad tea at Mussoorie is quite famous during winters, and Raita after a heavy spicy lunch is a must. Lemon rice with a spicy masala paneer lababdaar or even maharaja’s chicken would make your day.

The most essential part of any travel journey is the food you consume, and Uttarakhand is famous for its mouth-watering delicious food.  The explicit thalli’s blended with a variety of salads and curries are more satisfactory than the modern day MacDonald’s and KFC’s.

These all mark a beautiful phase of Uttarakhand but the darker side need to get exposed the young generation should have an idea of how to act and how to handle the upcoming crises which the country has yet to face.

The river Ganga is being heavily polluted by the heavy rush of tourism as well as the spiritual activities. There is a common saying in Devabhumi that when a human being is born it starts walking in the world with four legs and later he leaves the world in four shoulders. Human bodies are illegally cremated near the Ganga Ghats and their residues are thrown away in the water making it further polluted.

The mindset of the people haven’t changed a bit even in the 21st century they still consider in order to get heaven they should be burned near Ganga Ghats. The ashes and the skeletal remains are left in the Ghats where thousands of tourist visit daily, the government has taken many serious laws to avoid these actions but all in vain. This country has been spiritually blinded by the humans around. How much ever education is provided by the end of the day they spoil the Mother Nature which they worship blindly. But nature has always a different way to respond back to the atrocity it phases.

To be continued…..

DEVABHUMI Uttarakhand formerly known as Uttaranchal is a northern state in India often referred to as Devabhumi (Land of Gods).

[carminavulcana]

I had guests over and a ton of cooking to do. I have had no time all evening to even breathe. But here is a small slice of this evening's spread.

From the top- Khumb Yakhni Pulav with classic Punjabi butter chicken, Chili Paneer, and Watermelon murabba.

[adhvantahospitality-blog]

Adhvanta Hospitality is Campaign Group which is set up to provide Kumbh Mela Tour packages to all the devotees. Our Campsite is located close to Khumb Mela Ground and expertise in the successful hosting of 5 Kumbh Melas.

[wonderyogainfo]

３月１０日（日）午後　Hiroshi 久宝寺ヨガ　大阪八尾

Hiroshi : Sunday Afternoon Yoga on 10th Mar. at Kyuho-ji, Osaka

クンブメーラのある朝、サラスワティの日の沐浴  (Feburary 2019, India) Royal bath of Saraswati day, a morning of Khumb Mela at Prayagraj

３月１０日（日）１３：３０ ～ １５：３０


大阪 八尾市 久宝寺 「Studio Noah Tsunagari」 ヨガ・メディテーション・クラス

場所：ヨガスタジオ「Studio Noah Tsunagari」（旧 CHiTTA（チッタ））（JR大和路線・久宝寺駅より徒歩10分）

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開場：13時15分 クラス：１３時３０分 ～ １５時３０分 内容：ヨガ・メディテーション 主催：Stidio Noah Tsunagari

梅の花も咲き、春の香りが感じられる頃となりました。講師の Kusuhara Hiroshi もインドの聖地巡礼より無事戻りまして、最初のクラスとなります。フレッシュで神聖なインドの風をシェアしましょう。

講師：Kusuhara Hiroshi 参加費：2,000円 持ち物：ヨガマット（レンタルもあります）、タオル。必要に応じてブロックやブランケットなどもお持ちください。 ＊初心者の方もご参加いただけますが、ほどほどに運動量がありますので、けして無理をされないでください。

ヨガ・メディテーションについて
　ー　ハタヨガと瞑想をつなげるレッ��ン 
Yoga Meditation - Connecting Hatha Asana and sitting meditation

ヨガの瞑想への導入となるクラスです。ハタヨガのアーサナ（いろいろなポーズをとるヨガ）とプラーナヤーマ（呼吸法）で瞑想に適した快適に座れるカラダを整えます。瞑想に適した快適に座れる身体は、日常をリラックスして快活に過ごせるカラダとも言えます。また、瞑想は研ぎ澄まされたココロを培います。座禅や瞑想に興味がある、けど、どうしたらいいの？という方にオススメしたい内容となっております。 　クラスのレベルは、参加者の皆さんの様子やさまざまな状況に従って柔軟に対応いたします。アーサナはマルチレベルで行うので、初心者の方でもご参加いただけます。多少キツいポーズもあるかもしれませんが、無理に行わなくても大丈夫です。自分のカラダを丁寧に扱うことと柔らかい気づきを大事にします。最後の30〜40分は座って行うプラーナヤーマと瞑想です（足が痛くなったら動いても大丈夫。我慢は不要です！）。

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[thefeelingscorner-blog]

Prayagraj Khumb 2019 Siberian birds at the Sangam in Allahabad

[elven-cook-apprentice]

Shiva’s Fire finishes with another feast - we had my parents over to enjoy it! Prawn curry, Malabar fish curry, fragrant vegetables, scented rice, pickles, steaming breads, soups, sauces...

Prawn Curry: https://myfoodstory.com/goan-prawn-curry-recipe/

Malabar fish curry: https://www.yummytummyaarthi.com/2014/07/malabar-fish-curry-recipe.html

Fragrant vegetables: stir fried onions, carrots, turnips,green beans, coconut, swiss chard, zucchini, asparagus, garlic seasoned with cinnamon stick, mustard seeds, cardamom, turmeric, red pepper, cayenne, cumin

Scented rice: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/fragrant-basmati-rice

Steaming breads: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/20034/indian-sweet-bread https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/7021/indian-naan-ii

Pickles: white lime and ginger, store-bought

Soups: Khumb Nimbu Ka Ras from https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/5-healthy-Indian-soups-for-winter https://www.tarladalal.com/Lemon-and-Coriander-Soup-(-Vitamin-C-Rich)-4622r

Sauces: Mango chutney (store-bought) Raita: https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/traditional-indian-raita-242185

[mahesh2904]

Exploring Haridwar: The Holy City

Situated on the banks of the river Ganges, in the state of Uttarakhand considered one of the seven holy cities of India, it makes an important pilgrimage site for Hindus Famous for its Temples and Ghats. This place is filled with many things to see and enjoy. 

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Here are a few things to do in The Gateway of Gods Haridwar. 

Let's start with a list of Religious sites to visit in Haridwar.

Hari ki Pauri

The sacred ghats on the banks of the Holy Ganga rivers were constructed by the king Vikramaditya in the memories of his brother Bharthari. Ghats have many attractive things to do as during the morning and evening you can attend the prayer which is offered to Goddess Ganges at ghats. Hari Pauri is also famous for hosting Khumb Mela and Ardha Kumbh Mela. According to Hindu Belief, Hari ki Pauri means the Steps of Vishnu (god), get your peace and harmony by visiting this place. 

2. Chandi Devi Temple

Temple dedicated to the goddess Chandi is located at the top of Neel Parvat. According to the legends, Chanda-Munda, the Army Chief of the local Demon Kings Shumbha and Nishumbha were killed by goddess Chandi. You can trek or take the ropeway to the Temple as the temple is located on the mountain. 

3. Mansa Devi Temple

The temple of Goddess Mansa Devi is located on top of Bilva Parvat, which means 'God who fulfills desires. Mansa Devi temple is a tourist destination, mainly because of the cable cars that offer a view of the city. The main temple has two idols of the goddess, one with three mouths and five arms, while the other has eight arms.

4. Maya Devi Temple

Haridwar was once known as Mayapuri, which is because of Goddess Maya Devi. Dated to the 11th century AD, this ancient temple of Maya Devi, Goddess Adhishthatri Devi (Patron Goddess) of Haridwar is believed to be one of the Siddhapiths and is said to be where the heart and navel of Goddess Sati fell. It is one of the few ancient temples still standing in Haridwar, along with Narayani Shila Temple and Bhairav ​​Temple​​​​.

5. Bharat Mata Mandir

Bharat Mata Mandir is a famous multi-storied temple of mother India built to honour the devotion of all patriots and freedom fighters inaugurated in 1983 by late Prime Minister Indra Gandhi and has a total of 8 storied buildings built by Swami Satyamitran and Giri Temple. it truly reflects the true essence of our great nation.

6. Daksha Mahadev Mandir

Daksha Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in the town of Kankhal, about 4 km from Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. It is named after the Daksha king Prajapati, the father of Sati. Daksha is one of the fourteen Prajapatis, creator gods who preside over childbirth and are protectors of life in Hindu mythology. The present temple was built by Queen Dhankaur in 1810 and rebuilt in 1962. It is a place of pilgrimage for Shaivaite devotees on Maha Shivaratri.

Few other Temples & Ashram to visit

Piran Kaliyar, Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar, Dudhadhari Barfani Temple, Sapt Rishi Ashram, Harihar Ashram, The Shri Chintamani Parshwnath, 

Some adventurous things to do in Haridwar

Kayaking

Love Kayaking then there is no better place than Rishikesh, a small town near Haridwar, one can take Auto or Bus service to reach Rishikesh interested in thrilling adventures. When you are a beginner or experienced it will give you an adrenaline boost to one.  However, some unfavourable conditions develop sometimes due to bad weather and you might not be able to do the rafting then.

Other adventures to do are as follow, Bungee Jumping, Giant Swing, Flying Fox, 

River Rafting. are some of the other adventurous things the on can do during its visit to Haridwar, 

Having a spiritual trip gives you inner peace of mind and soul. A short getaway to such a place can be the biggest stress buster. to make your travel more comfortable with HOURLYROOMS. a platform where users can book rooms hourly based Travelling can be tiring and hence, we have a solution for you. To find out more about Hourlyrooms, visit the website at hourlyrooms.co.in/ and don’t forget to download the Hourlyrooms app which is available on android and iOS. Happy Travelling.

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Russia’s Ukraine War Weighs Heavily on Tajikistan  | Analysis

By Barmak Pazhwak | U.S. Institute of Peace | 5/5/2022

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has left the five republics of Central Asia in a bind, but none more so than Tajikistan, a fragile country that depends on Russian troops and remittances for stability.

As former Soviet republics, Central Asian states all enjoy special relations with Moscow and are considered traditional allies of the Russian Federation. The invasion of Ukraine — another former Soviet republic — raises urgent questions for Tajikistan about how to meet Russian expectations of support from Dushanbe in the face of global outrage and condemnation.

Photo 1:  Karakul lake, impact crater filled with water in Tajik National Park in the Pamir Mountains.  |  © Caroline Gutman

Photo 2:  Cattle along the highway between Kalai-Khumb and Dushanbe in Tajikistan, Oct. 3, 2019.  |  © Tony Cenicola/NYT 

Photo 3:  The residents’ houses of the mountainous village of Shohon in the Hisor district, Tajikistan.  |  © Shuhrat Sadizade

Read in full on U.S. Institute of Peace ▶️  https://www.usip.org/publications/2022/05/russias-ukraine-war-weighs-heavily-tajikistan 

[zaafaroon]

Khumb Biriyani

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CdKmSUDgEAe/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

Mushroom Biriyani

[carminavulcana]

Rice and Shine - Because there is a rice for every occasion

These are some of the rice preparations from both my kitchens; New Delhi and New York. Clockwise from the top- Tangy Mango Rice (Tamil recipe, also popular in Sri Lanka), Spicy Coconut Puliodarai (Telugu Recipe), Khumb-Jimikand ki Tehri (A Kashmiri and Mughalai pilaf with mushrooms and yam), Kathal Biriyani Moradabadi (Jackfruit biriyani in the style of Western UP's famous city Moradabad), Hyderabadi Fish Biriyani using fresh Bhetki (I am a vegetarian but since my family eats meat, I sometimes cook it), Kolkata Chingri Biriyani (Spicy shrimp biriyani, Kolkata style), Tomato Rice (Tamil style), Red Ratatouille Risotto (For the veggie and cheesy goodness), Amritsari Phirni (traditional Punjabi dessert made by my grandma), and Chawal ki Kheer (Desi rice pudding; my mom's family recipe).

I love cooking so much that sometimes I wish I had gone to culinary school. But hey, Gordon Ramsey never went to culinary school either. Maybe, destiny will work its magic in a different manner.

Also, I am looking for a spouse (ahem, can someone find me Amarendra Baahubali, please?) and I am doing some shameless marketing here-- if you marry me, I will treat you to good food every day of your life. Think long and think hard. This is a good offer, especially if you are *you know who.*

Meanwhile, I am off to soak chickpeas for my next batch of hummus.

XOXO

[roflwithradhika]

Lost and found - Twin'talising Tales, Ep 6

Lost and found – Twin’talising Tales, Ep 6

Why were twins even introduced into our Bollywood movies of the past? No real reason, in my opinion, except to get separated at the Khumb ka mela when small, meet again years later, and wonder of wonders, recognise each other through identical birth marks. Oooooh. How much more dramatic can it get? Hey all. welcome to yet another episode of my fun anecdotes in my Twin’talising Tales. In these…