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As winter blankets the world in its chilly embrace, Indian households turn to age-old delicacies that not only tantalize the taste buds but also offer a burst of warmth and nutrition. Among these culinary treasures is the revered <keyword id="15677020" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Gond-laddu" source="Orion">Gond Laddu</keyword>, a traditional sweet known for its rich flavors and health-boosting properties. Gond Laddu, also referred to as "Dinkache Ladoo" in some regions, is a delectable winter treat deeply rooted in Indian culture. Its key ingredient, "gond" or edible gum, is derived from the sap of the acacia tree. This delicacy is not only relished for its taste but also for its believed health benefits, especially during the colder months. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Preparation:" comment="subhead" text="Preparation:">Preparation:</cmsannotation> Crafting Gond Laddu is an art passed down through generations. The process typically involves roasting edible gum crystals in clarified butter (ghee) until they puff up, transforming into a light, spongy texture. This toasted gond is then combined with various nuts like almonds, cashews, and raisins, along with aromatic spices such as cardamom and nutmeg. Jaggery or sugar is used as a sweetener, binding all ingredients together into small, round laddus. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Health Benefits:" comment="subhead" text="Health Benefits:">Health Benefits:</cmsannotation> The consumption of Gond Laddu offers a multitude of health advantages: Energy Booster: Gond, being a rich source of carbohydrates, provides an instant energy boost, making it an ideal snack during winters when the body craves warmth and vitality. Nourishing Properties: Laden with nuts and spices, these laddus are packed with essential nutrients like proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Almonds and cashews add healthy fats while enhancing the laddu's nutritional profile. Aids Digestion: The inclusion of spices like cardamom and nutmeg aids in digestion and alleviates stomach discomfort, which can be particularly helpful during the colder months when digestion tends to slow down. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Benefits of Eating in Winters:" comment="subhead" text="Benefits of Eating in Winters:">Benefits of Eating in Winters:</cmsannotation> Gond Laddu holds a special significance during winters: Warmth Provider: The ingredients in Gond Laddu are believed to generate heat within the body, helping to keep individuals warm in chilly weather conditions. Immunity Booster: The nutrient-dense composition of these laddus assists in strengthening the immune system, crucial during the flu-prone winter months. Gond Laddu stands not just as a sweet indulgence but as a holistic winter elixir, blending taste, tradition, and health benefits into a single bite-sized delight. As families gather around during the cold season, these laddus serve not just as a treat for the palate but also as a symbol of heritage and well-being. Note: The article is based on content generated by AI models like Bard and Chatgpt. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/health/food/article/benefits-of-consuming-ragi-in-winter/articleshow/105756089.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Embrace winter wellness with Ragi: A nutrient-packed grain</a>

Exploring the nutritional marvel of Gond laddu: A winter delight

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Last month, we brought you <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/8-Super-ExpresswaysIn-North-India-That-Fulfil-Your-Need-For-Speed/articleshow/29486214.cms">8 super expressways</a> in North India that fulfil your need for speed. And this time, we move to the West and the North-west of the country where some more picturesque drives await us. However, the <keyword id="52840" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="sea-links">sea links</keyword> and the <keyword id="2053055" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Coastal-expressways">coastal expressways</keyword> will come up in our next article. So grab a coffee, get a map and read on. By the time you are through, you could be checking the map and picking out the spots where you want to go first. As the Turkish playwright <keyword id="1981629" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="Mehmet-Murat">Mehmet Murat</keyword> ildan has said: Some roads are so beautiful that you know not whether you travel on the road or the road travels in you! 
 
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The Indian Institute of Technology in Kanpur is now making its presence felt in the dessert business by giving a healthy twist to our quintessential sweet - laddoos. These organic laddoos are being prepared by 150 farmer families and are now sold in 22 cities - including Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Indore, and others. IIT-K is involved in the quality control, packaging, and distribution of these laddoos. Besides the sweet, the <keyword id="221522" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="premier-institute" source="Orion">premier institute</keyword> also helps the farmer families sell nutritious 'hareera' (a nourishing beverage) in different states under its "<keyword id="238889" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="unnati" source="Orion">Unnati</keyword>" project. <keyword id="525604" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="rita-singh" source="Orion">Rita Singh</keyword>, a convener of this project, said, "The delicacies first became popular among the students in the institute. As the demand grew, we started selling laddoos -- made from alsi (flax seeds), til (white and black sesame seeds), and gond (edible gum) -- in several cities. Now, we are seeking the help of our former students who have settled abroad to expand the business in overseas markets." The Unnati project was launched eight years ago in five villages of Kanpur's Bithoor region to encourage scientific agriculture and impart quality education to village children through smart classes. In the last year, some 150 farmer families from 10 nearby districts have joined the initiative. Scientists of the institute have also been promoting organic farming and creating awareness among the farmers. "Our idea was to teach the farmers about natural farming, small processors, buyers, and technology. Of course, we want to preserve our traditional recipes as well," said Rita. The institute has big plans for the organic produce business to provide the farmers with the maximum possible benefits. IIT-K is also leveraging blockchain technology to help the business flourish. "With the help of blockchain technology, buyers will get to see the field or house where the food product was prepared. We started with selling organic products through WhatsApp but are moving to the next level. The entire process is being streamlined. Our products will be available under the brand name Unnati. This will help the farmers immensely," Rita said. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/entertainment/news/without-hbo-and-ipl-15-million-subscribers-could-flee-disney-hotstar-in-2023/articleshow/98517377.cms">Without HBO and IPL, 15 million subscribers could flee Disney+ Hotstar in 2023</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-to-launch-galaxy-a34-a54-5g-smartphones-in-india-next-week/articleshow/98517232.cms">Samsung to launch Galaxy A34, A54 5G smartphones in India next week</a>

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<keyword id="6357713" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Uttar-Pradesh" source="Orion">Uttar Pradesh</keyword> Chief Minister <keyword id="43254" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="yogi-adityanath" source="Orion">Yogi Adityanath</keyword> on Sunday expanded his cabinet by inducting seven new <keyword id="6364618" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ministers" source="Orion">ministers</keyword>. All the new ministers were administered oath of office and secrecy by Governor Anandiben Patel at a hurriedly convened ceremony at the <keyword id="138" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Raj-Bhavan" source="Orion">Raj Bhavan</keyword>, in the presence of the Chief Minister and his cabinet colleagues. Among those who were sworn in are one cabinet minister and six ministers of state. The much-awaited expansion comes barely months before the state is preparing for assembly elections in early 2022. Through this expansion, the BJP has made it clear that it will focus on OBCs and SC/ST categories to ensure its return to power in next year's assembly elections. While Jitin Prasada, who has been sworn in as cabinet minister, is the lone Brahmin leader to get a place in Sunday's expansion, the remaining six belong to OBC (three) and Scheduled Caste (two) and Scheduled Tribe (one). The six ministers of state who were sworn in are -- Sanjeev Gond (ST-Sonbhadra), Dharamvir Prajapati (OBC-Agra), Chhatrapal Gangwar (OBC-Bareilly), Sangita Balwant Bind (OBC-Ghazipur), Paltu Ram (SC- Balrampur) and Dinesh Khatik (SC-Meerut). Apart from ensuring a caste balance, the party has also made sure to provide representation to all parts of the state. A surprise omission in Sunday's list is the name of Arvind Kumar Sharma, a former bureaucrat in the PMO who had taken voluntary retirement in January this year to join politics. He came to Lucknow and was immediately made member of the UP legislative council. It was believed that he would soon be inducted into the ministry and given an important portfolio, however that did not happen. There are 53 ministers in the UP cabinet at present, and seven more could be inducted as per the constitutional limit. This is the third time the Yogi cabinet has been expanded since the Chief Minister was first sworn in on March 19, 2017. As many as 23 new ministers were inducted into the cabinet on August 21, 2019. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/highlights-of-prime-minister-narendra-modis-speech-at-the-unga-today/articleshow/86510462.cms">Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes his points on China, Afghanistan and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/personalities/freshworks-ceo-girish-mathrubootham-shares-someone-said-i-will-be-nothing-but-a-rickshaw-puller/articleshow/86507840.cms">WATCH: "Someone said I am good enough to be a rickshaw puller," shares Freshworks CEO Girish Mathrubootham in a candid chat</a>

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<ul><li>The park has over 150 <keyword id="43977" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="tigers">tigers</keyword>, but the star attraction here is the hard ground swamp deer or <keyword id="1324309" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="barasingha">Barasingha</keyword> — successfully brought back from near extinction by forest officials. </li><li>In 1967, the Barasingha numbers had dwindled to an abysmal 67 mainly because of loss of habitat, diseases and hunting.</li><li> The forest is also home to leopards, Indian fox, sloth bear, wolves, wild boars, hyenas, jackals, macaques, langurs and Indian wild dogs (dhole). </li></ul><keyword id="483322" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Kanha-National-Park">Kanha National Park</keyword>, one of the nine national parks in <keyword id="6355554" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Madhya-Pradesh">Madhya Pradesh</keyword> (MP), is arguably one of the best known, and not without any reason. Spread across a total area of 1945 square kilometres, including the buffer and core zone, <keyword id="270154" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Kanha">Kanha</keyword> is the largest in MP. The National Park was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1933 and was later upgraded to a National Park in 1955. The park has over 150 tigers, but the star attraction here is the hard ground swamp deer or Barasingha — successfully brought back from near extinction by forest officials. The Barasingha is also the state animal of Madhya Pradesh. After 50 years of hardcore conservation work, the count is now close to <a href="https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/wildlife-biodiversity/near-extinct-hard-ground-swamp-deer-see-revival-in-kanha-69603">800</a>. In 1967, the numbers had dwindled to an abysmal 67 mainly because of loss of habitat, diseases and hunting. <div type="image" title="Swamp deer, Kanha" msid="81721685" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Swamp deer, Kanha &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> The population of Barasinghas was successfully rekindled by the authorities by constructing a large enclosure at the heart of the jungle. In 2015, the population of Barasinghas had grown to around 600, after which the enclosure was no longer used. They are now being reintroduced to the nearby jungles of Satpura. Aniruddha Mookerjee, who spent over two decades in conservation with organisations like the <keyword id="94109" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Wildlife-Trust-of-India">Wildlife Trust of India</keyword>, World Animal Protection and the University of Oxford, among others firmly believes, “Kanha is perhaps the best-managed tiger reserve in India and can be counted among those across the world that provide a superlative wildlife experience to the visitor. It can boast of a conservation success in the early 1960s of bringing back the hard ground Barasingha in its last refuge from the brink of extinction.” <div type="image" title="Female Cub of Dhawajandhi, Kanha" msid="81721757" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Female Cub of Dhawajandhi, Kanha &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Mookerjee adds, “While forest departments across India sent rescued tiger cubs to the zoo, Kanha was the first to successfully experiment with their rehabilitation in the wild.” <div type="image" title="Cheetal alarmed by jackal, Kanha" msid="81721770" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Cheetal alarmed by jackal, Kanha &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Set amidst thick sal and bamboo forest, Kanha today supports over 300 bird species and at least a thousand flowering shrubs and trees making it truly a gem among the world’s wildscapes, according to Mookerjee. The forest is also home to leopards, Indian fox, sloth bear, wolves, wild boars, hyenas, jackals, macaques, langurs and Indian wild dogs (dhole). The Indian roller, owlets, scarlet minivet, Indian pitta and black hooded oriole are some of the birds that call the forest home. The River Banjaar runs through Kanha and is the key source of water for flora and fauna here. The Park was originally inhabited by two indigenous tribes — the Gonds and the Baigas — thus, it was called the Gondwanas (“land of the Gonds''). These tribes still live in the forest. <div type="image" title="Link 7, Kanha" msid="81721718" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Link 7, Kanha&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Unfortunately, four of the most legendary tigers that trawled the jungles have passed on. Munna (aka Langda), the tiger with a distinctive CAT spelt on its forehead died of old age and Link 7 (Munna’s son), Kingfisher (aka Rajaram), and Bheema too have died of natural causes. Safaris: Kanha can be accessed via three gates — the Khatia Gate, Mukki, and Sarhi. Of these, Khatia is the most popular and therefore the busiest. There are two primary safari timings — sunrise to 11:00 AM and 02:00 PM to sunset. However, the morning safaris usually reap the most amount of sightings. “The safari experience itself is one of the best since you get an exclusive Gypsy (a vehicle) along with a local guide and driver who have a keen sense of ownership and provide visitors with an intimate glimpse into the lives of the Park’s wild denizens. It is perhaps the only national park in India with a large number of trained women guides recruited from the nearby villages,” Sheema Mookerjee, former publisher at Lonely Planet India, who now runs ‘Salban’ homestay in Kanha, tells Business Insider. <div type="image" title="L7, Kanha" msid="81721818" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;L7, Kanha&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Best time to visit and timings: The Park remains closed from 30th June to 30th September, and winter is the best time to visit. Please note that the afternoon shift of jeep safaris remains closed for visitors every Wednesday. It is always a good idea to check the nitty-gritty with your accommodation before arrival. Getting there: Jabalpur, Umaria, Gondia and Bilaspur are major rail junctions close to Kanha. Alternatively, you can fly down to Jabalpur (133 kilometres from Kanha) and Nagpur (261 kilometres from Kanha). <div type="image" title="Salban — the Kanha Homestay" msid="81721856" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Salban &amp;#8212; the Kanha Homestay&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Places to Stay: Popular as it is, Kanha has plenty of accommodation options available, from MPSTDC guest houses like <a href="http://www.mpstdc.com/properties/?type=Resorts">MPT Baghira Jungle Resort, Mocha</a> to charming resorts like <a href="https://www.infinityresorts.com/infinity-resorts-kanha/">Infinity Resorts</a>, where you can book large villas or tents. <a href="https://www.chitvan.com/">Chitvan Jungle Lodge</a> offers a variety of suites, a pool and a spa, and a range of tours with trained naturalists. But if you want an exceptional intimate experience, the <a href="https://www.salbankanha.com/">Salban — the Kanha Homestay</a> in the village Baherakhar (7 kilometres from the Mukki gate) is an excellent option that offers four rooms — two within the main house and two independent cottages. Please note that there are hardly any options to eat outside, so most resorts and hotels include all meals in their tariff.

Madhya Pradesh’s Kanha National Park hosts a special guest. And, no, it’s not the tiger

<ul><li>The UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve hosts over 50 mammal species, 254 bird species, 30 reptile species and 50 butterfly species, among a plethora of others.</li><li>The <keyword id="10677348" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="satpura-biosphere-reserve">Satpura Biosphere Reserve</keyword> composes three wildlife regions - the Bori range, Satpura and the <keyword id="488513" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Pachmarhi">Pachmarhi</keyword> range.</li><li>The Son and Denwa rivers weave through this 1427 sq kilometre expanse frequented by a large variety of exotic birds.</li></ul> When Shyamla Nayyar, an executive search professional, was told she would be travelling to Pachmarhi in Madhya Pradesh for a family vacation, she was less than thrilled. However, after visiting the place she says, “it turned out to be one of the best trips we had in our lives.” Often referred to as the queen of the <keyword id="5934375" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="satpura-range">Satpura Range</keyword> in central India, the hill station of Pachmarhi lodged at the height of 1100 m is a part of Satpura Biosphere Reserve. The Satpura Biosphere Reserve composes three wildlife regions - the Bori range, Satpura and the Pachmarhi range. <div type="image" title="Satpura Biosphere Reserve" msid="80598818" hostid="261"></div> The <a href="http://www.unesco.org/new/en/natural-sciences/environment/ecological-sciences/biosphere-reserves/asia-and-the-pacific/india/pachmarhi">UNESCO-listed Biosphere Reserve</a> hosts over 150 species of flora that is used for medicinal purposes and over 50 mammal species, 254 bird species, 30 reptile species and 50 butterfly species, among a plethora of other species found here. The verdant teak and sal forest is also home to rare and endangered animals like the gaur, bears, tigers, leopards, giant squirrels and crested serpent eagle. Linking two biodiversity hotspots — Eastern Himalaya and the Western Ghats — the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve is frequently recognised as a ‘Genetic Express Highway’. The Reserve is also home to two major tribes - the Gond tribes and Korkus tribe whereas the most primitive tribe, <a href="http://www.epco.in/epco_biosphere_pachmarhi.php">Bhariya</a>, reside in the Patalkot region, which is a completely isolated valley in the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh. According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that the five Pandava brothers from Mahabharata built five caves that are located here - thus the place was named Panch (five) Marhi (caves). These caves were first discovered by Captain J. Forsyth in 1862 and feature rock paintings up to 2,500 years old. <div type="image" title="Satpura Biosphere Reserve" msid="80598840" hostid="261"></div> In and around Satpura National Park: Without a doubt, one of the biggest highlights of visiting Pachmarhi is exploring the treasures in this UNESCO-listed Biosphere Reserve. The Son and Denwa rivers weave through this 1427 sq kilometre expanse frequented by a large variety of exotic birds including the Crested Serpent Eagle, Spotted Owlet and the Common Kingfisher. "I fondly remember our drives around the hill station which boasts of great wildlife and a vast forest cover. The mixed terrain of Panchmarhi is what makes this region truly unique." - Shubh Mukherji, a final year student at the School of Communication, Manipal University, tells us. <div type="image" title="Satpura Biosphere Reserve" msid="80599027" hostid="261"></div> You can explore the jungle either by jeep safari, elephant safari, boat, walking (Satpura is one of the few Indian jungles that visitors can experience on foot) and canoe ride. Locals suggest a visit to the Denwa backwaters, a 2-hour road journey from Pachmarhi, for wildlife and bird sightings. There is also an excellent boat safari into the jungle. <div type="image" title="Satpura Biosphere Reserve" msid="80598914" hostid="261"></div> Local guides often recommend 'special' places they have come across while living there and one such find was the vulture point. A short trek from the WelcomHeritage Golf View hotel is a spot from where vultures, that are sadly at the verge of extinction, can be viewed with a binocular. "It turned out to be one of the best experiences of the trip, at least for me," Shyamla tells us. The region is also home to some spectacular waterfalls and the famous Irene Pool that was discovered by Irene Bose, wife of Justice Vivian Bose. The best part is that the place is relatively quiet and not teeming with tourists. Shubh gleefully tells us that "While December is usually peak season for most destinations, we were surprised to see a relatively small number of tourists at the time." Getting there: “We took a train from Nizamuddin Railway Station in Delhi to Itarsi, which was an overnight journey. We reached Itarsi early morning and a pickup was arranged by our hotel. It was a one-and-a-half-hour journey and the roads were pretty decent," says Shyamla. If, however, you don't fancy a train journey, you can always fly down to Bhopal, which is where the closest airport is, and drive down from there.

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