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The Print
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
Modi, Rajnath greet Adityanath on his birthday
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also took to X to send his greetings and praised the chief minister for taking Uttar Pradesh to new heights of development. 'Heartfelt birthday greetings to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ji. He has made tireless efforts to transform the state across various sectors, significantly improving the quality of life for its citizens. May God bless him with a long and healthy life,' Modi said in a post on X. Lucknow, Jun 5 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati, and several other political leaders on Thursday extended greetings to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on the occasion of his 53rd birthday. 'He continues to work relentlessly for public welfare and progress. May he be blessed with good health and a long life,' he posted. Union ministers Amit Shah and Nitin Gadkari also extended their greetings to Adityanath, who responded on X expressing his gratitude to the leaders. BSP president Mayawati also extended her wishes saying, 'Heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes for a long life to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Yogi Adityanath ji on his birthday today.' Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak also joined the nation's leaders in wishing Adityanath. Several other chief ministers also greeted the chief minister on his birthday, including Pushkar Singh Dhami, (Uttarakhand), Devendra Fadnavis (Maharashtra), Bhajanlal Sharma (Rajasthan), Nayab Singh Saini (Haryana), Mohan Yadav (Madhya Pradesh), Prem Singh Tamang (Sikkim). Meanwhile, on Thursday, also being observed as World Environment Day, Adityanath planted a Bilva (Bael) tree at his official residence in Lucknow. The chief minister emphasised the need for collective commitment towards protecting nature and preserving ecological balance, an official statement said. Minister of State for Forest and Environment (Independent Charge) Dr Arun Kumar Saxena and Minister of State for Forests KP Malik extended their birthday wishes to Adityanath and presented him with a memento. The chief minister extended his greetings on World Environment Day and called on the people to commit to protecting the environment. 'Mata Bhumi: Putroham Prithivya (My mother is the Earth and I am her son). Heartfelt greetings to all on the sacred occasion of World Environment Day! Come, let us pledge to protect the environment on the auspicious occasion of World Environment Day,' he said in a post on X. PTI KIS MPL MPL MPL This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Moringa, jackfruit or bael? Why you need fibre-rich foods to manage gut health in summer
As digestion tends to slow down in summer months, we experience gastrointestinal discomfort, be it in the form of bloating or erratic bowel movements. A time-tested yet often overlooked solution lies in dietary fibre, a powerful nutrient that not only regulates digestion but also supports hydration, blood sugar balance and satiety. While fibre-rich foods like oats are commonly recognised, India's summer bounty offers some surprising, traditional sources of this gut-friendly nutrient — jackfruit, drumsticks, ridge gourd and wood apple. Fibre acts as a buffer against many heat-induced digestive issues. It absorbs and retains water in the colon, ensuring easier bowel movements. It feeds beneficial gut microbes, promotes fullness, reducing unnecessary snacking on oily or sugary foods. Jackfruit (Kathal): With roughly 1.5 to 2 grams of dietary fibre per 100 grams, jackfruit aids in easing constipation, improving satiety and supporting gut motility. Rich in antioxidants like vitamin C and flavonoids, jackfruit also helps counteract cell damage brought on by intense heat exposure. Use raw jackfruit in stir-fries, curries or make cutlets for a hearty, plant-based dish. Ripe jackfruit works for smoothies and traditional desserts. Drumsticks (Moringa pods): These slender green pods from the moringa tree are the perfect gut cleanser in summer. Offering around 3 grams of dietary fibre per 100 grams, they are rich in both soluble and insoluble fibre, helping soothe the intestinal lining and relieve constipation. Additionally, drumsticks are packed with calcium, iron, and vitamin C — nutrients essential for immunity and energy levels during hot months. Add them to sambhar, rasam or vegetable stews. For maximum fibre, consume the inner pulp after cooking. Ridge Gourd (Turai): Low in calories yet high in soluble fibre, ridge gourd is one of the most cooling vegetables in Indian summers. Each cooked cup provides about three grams of fibre, and its high water content supports hydration and softens stools. It's ideal for those seeking light, easy-to-digest meals that also help regulate blood sugar levels. Lightly sauté ridge gourd with minimal oil and spices or cook it with moong dal for a nourishing summer meal. Wood Apple (Bael): This fruit is a summer staple known for managing diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome and other digestive woes. The sticky pulp is abundant in soluble fibre and tannins, which help firm up stools and protect the intestinal lining. It also has antimicrobial qualities, making it a trusted remedy during seasonal gastrointestinal upsets. Blend bael pulp with chilled water and jaggery to make sharbat. Hydrate adequately. Fibre needs water to work effectively. Aim for at least 8-10 glasses a day. Pair with probiotics because curd and buttermilk complement fibre intake by supporting good gut bacteria. Cook smart. Light steaming or sautéing preserves fibre content better than prolonged boiling. (Narang is nutritionist, Apollo Hospitals, Delhi)
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Tangy touch: Now, students of govt schools in U.P. to learn skills of making pickles, jam and candy
Changes have been made in the syllabus of Agriculture Science subject for students of classes 6 to 8 studying in government-run upper primary and composite (classes 1 to 8) schools across Uttar Pradesh. In the agriculture science textbook of class 6, under fruit preservation, topics like making stuffed pickles of amla, red chilies and mixed vegetables have been added. Likewise, for students of class 7, topics like making Bael fruit jam and candy besides 'petha' have been added. Experts of Prayagraj-based State Institute of Science Education (SISE) have made amendments in the syllabus to give students an early start on vocational topics according to the current needs and provisions of the new National Education Policy (NEP)-2020 under Samagra Shiksha Yojana, said officials of the state basic education department. Confirming the move, director of State Institute of Science Education-Prayagraj Anil Bhushan Chaturvedi said, 'Workshops of subject experts were organised in four phases from October 21, 2024 to February 21, 2025 by us to review and revise the textbooks of the agricultural science subject for classes 6 to 8. The revised books have been sent to the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) of Uttar Pradesh for approval. The revised books are expected to be introduced from the next academic session (2026-27).' Also, modern popular means of irrigation like tubewells, solar pumps, windmill as well as information about commercial production of seeds and 'Shri Anna' (Millets) crops like Mandua (ragi) cultivation with information related to NADEP composting— a method of organic waste decomposition developed in India that utilises a brick tank to convert biomass wastes into a high-quality compost fertiliser— under manure fertiliser topic have also been included in class 6 syllabus. In the class 7 textbook, information regarding walking rotary tiller, rotavator, subsoiler, chisel plow has been added under land refinement topic. Under general crop, information related to natural pest management like Jeevamrit, Neemastra, Brahmastra, Agnastra (all natural inputs used for crop protection and soil health) and natural farming besides beekeeping under horticulture have been included in the syllabus. In the class 8 textbook, under animal husbandry, information related to different types of grains for animals, livestock management which includes open cattle shed, tail-to-tail system (wherein cattle are arranged in rows with their tails facing each other, and their heads facing a central feeding area), face-to-face system (wherein cattle are arranged in a barn with stalls facing each other allowing them to stand head to head) have been included, even as under agricultural machinery, information about crop harvesting equipment like reaper, tractor driven reaper, combine harvester thresher, paddy thresher, table corner roller, duster, seed drill and under horticulture, essential topics like model of vegetable garden, crop cycle, chrysanthemum and rose cultivation etc. have been added in syllabus.
