Talk About India, From India, With You - Republic Day

 

*Janaganamana Adhinayaka, Jaya He, Bharatabhagyavidhata!

Republic Day, celebrated on January 26^th every year, is one of India’s most important national events. It was on January 26^th, 1950 that the constitution of India came into force and India became a truly Sovereign, Democratic and Republic state.

 

India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru signing the constitution on 24th Jan,1950.

A draft constitution was prepared by the committee and submitted to the Assembly on 4 November 1947. The Assembly met, in sessions open to public, for 166 days, spread over a period of 2 years, 11 months and 18 days before adopting the Constitution. After many deliberations and some modifications, the 308 members of the Assembly signed two hand-written copies of the document (one each in Hindi and English) on 24 January 1950. Two days later, it came into effect throughout the nation.

On this day, India finally enjoyed the freedom of spirit, rule of law and fundamental principle of governance. The patriotic fervor of the Indian people on this day brings the whole country together even in her embedded diversity. When regional identity takes a backseat and what matters most is the universal appeal of unity and brotherhood projected by all Indians.

 

PM Modi arrives at the Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, to mark his respects

Jammu & Kashmir tableaux at Rajpath

Meghalaya tableaux at Rajpath

                                                                  

Republic Day is celebrated most majestically in the capital, New Delhi. The grand parade on Rajpath in New Delhi on the 26th of January is the main event of the celebration of India's Republic Day which is a three-day celebration, culminating in the beating retreat ceremony on the evening of the 29th January.

India celebrates Republic Day

The dare devil stunts of motorbike riders of BSF

                                                                                                                        

The symbols of the great nation's military might and cultural wealth are displayed in what is the world's most impressive parade. All Government buildings are illuminated lending the city the atmosphere of a fairyland. This day is celebrated with much zeal and pride all across the nation.

Since 1950, India has been hosting head of state or government of another country as the state guest of honour for Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi. The chief guest at India's first Republic Day on January 26, 1950 was the President of Indonesia. This year, leaders from the 10 ASEAN nations - Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos and Brunei - will be the chief guests at Republic Day. For the first time in Indian Republic Day history, the Republic Day parade in 2018 will be attended by 10 heads of state from ASEAN or Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a regional grouping of 10 Southeast Asian countries.

JAY HIND!

* "Janaganamana....." is the National Song of India.


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Do You Know About Vitamin E?

‘Loss of muscle mass’, ‘muscle weakness’, ‘unsteady walking’, ‘abnormal eye movements’, ‘vision problems’ -  are you familiar with any of the issues? Do you or any of your family facing those problems? Well dear; it can be caused of vitamin E deficiency! Vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin, plays the role of antioxidant, which preventing free radical damage to specific fats in the body that are critical for your health.

Quickly have a look on top health benefits of vitamin E: 

1. Balances Cholesterol
2. Balances Hormones
3. May Lower Cancer Risk and Improve Effects of Medical Treatments
4. Repairs Damaged Skin
5. Helps PMS Symptoms
6. Improves Vision
7. Improves Physical Endurance and Muscle Strength
8. Important During Pregnancy for Growth and Development
9. Helps People with Alzheimer’s Disease

So,  consume more vitamin E-rich foods; it can treat and prevent diseases of the heart and blood vessels, such as chest pains, high blood pressure, and blocked or hardened arteries. Vitamin E is found only in plant foods, including certain oils, nuts, grains, fruits and wheat germ. It’s also available as a supplement.

Let’s find out some sources of vitamin E, which you can easily add to your daily foods.

• Sunflower seeds
• Almonds
• Spinach
• Beet greens
• Mango



Avocado

• Peanut butter

Wheat germ oil

Pumpkin

Red peppers

• Asparagus

I can suggest you an easy way to get enough vitamin E in your diet. Make a spinach salad, and toss in some almonds and roasted sunflower seeds to get a crunchy boost of vitamin E. Add a tablespoon of wheat germ oil to a recipe. Alternatively, you can snack on sunflower seeds.

If you have a busy lifestyle and can’t effort enough time in kitchen; you can buy Vitamin Supplements. I suggest you to switch to #Evion for "Evion Supplements".

So, don’t waste your time my friends! Start to take Vitamin E to start a good, healthy lifestyle!

To buy #Evion Supplements, go to: Evion.co.in/

Hello Ladies! Did You Take Iron Today?

Sometimes, a person can feel exhausted without any reason. A person, even though physically fit; can’t stairs up without taking pauses! It can be caused by lack of iron - especially if you're a woman.

Iron is a mineral which is essential to ensure healthy blood, normal growth and development. Iron is a vital component of hemoglobin, which is the protein molecular in red blood cells that carries oxygen from our lungs to the body's tissues and returns carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs. If you don't have enough iron, your body can't make enough healthy red blood cells; and without healthy red blood cells, your body can't get enough oxygen.

Women aged between 12 and 50 need more iron than men. Women and men metabolize iron from food at almost the same rate. However, while men need around 8 mg of iron in their daily diet, women need up to 18 mg (or 27 mg if pregnant). Women need more iron than men to make up for the amount of iron they lose in their menstrual period. Around 1 mg of iron is lost for every day of bleeding. Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in women. Insufficient iron can lead to anemia. Iron is especially important during pregnancy.

So, ladies; please be aware of your food-habits! Choose your foods wisely, so that you can get sufficient Iron. Ask yourself a question daily – Did You Take Iron Today? If the answer ‘Yes’; you are safe!

Let’s talk about the sources of Iron -

The body absorbs two to three times more iron from animal sources than from plants. Some of the best dietary sources of iron are - Lean beef, Turkey, Chicken, Lean pork, Fish.

Although fruit, vegetables, nuts and cereals absorb less of the iron animal sources; but adding a source of vitamin C to vegetarian sources of iron will enhance absorption. For example, if you are eating a vegetable dish, add two oranges or grapefruit juice. The vitamin C in the oranges or juice will help to promote the absorption of iron from the vegetables. Some of the best plant-sources of iron are – Beans (including pinto, kidney, soybeans) and lentils; dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach; fortified breakfast cereals; enriched rice; whole-grain and enriched breads.

I have already included these in my diet; and I request you all the ladies, to add these iron-rich foods to your daily meal. For a good start, I am now going to share with you a unique iron-rich recipe! It is healthy, good for any age; and it is delicious, too!

Green Chicken

Ingredients:

1. Chicken: -                                   500gm. 
2. Small Onion: -                             5-6
3. Onion Paste: -                             2 tablespoons
4. Garlic: -                                       10-12 cloves
5. Garlic Paste: -                             4 tablespoons
6. Fresh Coriander paste: -             1 cup
7. Green Chili paste (if you want): - to taste
8. Tomato:                                        1
9. Refined / Olive oil: -                     2 teaspoons
10. Turmeric Powder: -                       1/4 teaspoon
11. Salt: -                                            to taste
12. Sugar: -                                          1/4 teaspoon

Process:

• Marinate chicken with onion paste, garlic paste, coriander paste, green chili paste, turmeric powder, salt and sugar.
  

• Keep the marinated chicken in refrigerator at least for an hour.

• Heat the oil in a non-stick pan.
• Add the marinated chicken, small onion, garlic and tomatoes in the oil.

• Stir and cook for 1 minute. Then cover and simmer until the chicken is cooked well.

• Sprinkle fresh coriander on cooked chicken. Keep the pan covered for about 5 minutes before serving.

• Serve hot with Roti, Paratha or smoked rice.

*You can use Tamarind Pulp or Yogurt 1/3 cup in the place of tomato.

**If you use yogurt, whisk it with added pinch of salt.

That’s all for today. Ladies, don’t forget to add iron-rich foods to your daily diet. If you want more recipes of iron-rich foods, go to LIVOGEN You can find so many delicious recipes there. Also, they are running an iron rich recipe making contest for all. If you have a good recipe, go and participate there; you can win many exiting prizes!

Festivals of India

 Thalai Deepavali

Diwali or Deepavali is a very famous festival among the World. But, a few known about ‘Thalai Deepavali’; aunique custom native to Tamilnadu. It is the first Deepavali celebrated by a couple after their marriage. The Tamil word “Thala” or ‘Thalai”means “the Head or The First. It is the most revered custom in the Tamil communities.The tradition is the son-in-law would visit his wife's family during Deepavali with a handful of gifts. In return he also gets lots of gifts, along various sweets like laddu, Jangiri and snacks.

On the day of the Thala Deepavali, couple arise even before the sunrise and take Oil bath using the sandalwood paste and Segakai paste.After the bath, the bride and the bridegroom attend the pooja organized by the Bride’s parents.The bride’s parents along with bride and bridegroom prayer for the couple happy long life and present them new dresses and ornaments. After wearing the new dresses,the newly married couple seek the blessings by gently touching the feet of elders.

The newlyweds will then be pampered and showered by bride’s family members with gifts called “Seer varisai”, which is considered as a part of the dowry, according to the Tamil custom. The couples then visit the nearby temple, sometimes the groom’s parents, brothers and sisters also join them in the celebration. After couple return from the temple they will be given a great feast by the Bride’s. In the evening of the celebration, the couples burst crackers and enjoy the aerial fireworks along with their family members and decorated inside and outside the home with row of lighted diyas called “Agal vilakku” in Tamil.

The newly wedded couples of Tamil Nadu enjoy the Thala Deepavali with high level enthusiasm. It is considered as once in a lifetime event. The grooms spend their quality time with their in-laws on the occasion of the ThalaiDeepavali.This festival brings an opportunity for the bride’s parents to know his son-in-law better.

**This Deepavali, don’t forget to make your kitchen safe and cockroach-free with LALHIT!