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Qatar Tribune
02-08-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
MoM announces ‘Best Date Basket' winners at 10th Local Dates Festival
QNA Doha The Ministry of Municipality (MoM), in collaboration with Souq Waqif Management, has announced the winners of the highly anticipated 'Best Date Basket' competition, a highlight of the 10th Local Dates Festival. This annual event, which continues to draw strong participation from Qatari farms, will run until August 7. In the competitive 'Khalas' dates category, first place was awarded to the farm of Abdulhadi Suleiman Haidar, whose quality and presentation earned top honours. The farm of the heirs of Khalil Mansour Al Hajri secured second place, while third place went to the heirs of Abdulhamid Al Ansari. Meanwhile, the 'Shishi' dates category saw Ali Ibrahim Al Malki's farm taking first place, followed by Yousef Ahmed Al Taher's farm in second, and the farm of Sheikh Nasser bin Jassim Al-Thani in third. Since the festival's opening, total sales of dates have exceeded an impressive 115,300 kilograms. This includes 49,045 kilograms of Khalas dates, 24,218 kilograms of Shishi dates, 22,859 kilograms of Khunaizi dates, 10,912 kilograms of Barhi dates, and 8,232 kilograms of other assorted varieties. Additionally, around 1,423 kilograms of fruit have been successfully marketed, reflecting the growing demand for local produce. Now in its 10th edition, the Local Date Festival has attracted approximately 58,400 visitors, demonstrating the strong public interest in locally grown dates and agricultural products. Held in the eastern square of Souq Waqif, the festival welcomes visitors daily, operating from 4 pm to 9 pm on weekdays and extending until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. As one of Qatar's premier summer events, the Local Date Festival plays a vital role in supporting the agricultural sector. It underscores the country's dedication to food security, while encouraging local farmers to continue producing high-quality crops and contributing to the national economy.
News18
15-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- News18
Monsoon Munchies: Healthy Yet Comforting Snacks For Rainy Days
Last Updated: These healthy snacks pair perfectly with a cup of tulsi tea, spiced kadha, or classic masala chai , giving you warmth, wellness, and satisfaction without the bloat. A plate of guilt-free snacks and a warm cup of chai are essential on rainy days. Although deep-fried pakoras will always be popular, it's time to switch up your rainy-day cravings with something healthier. Here are some brand-favorite snacks that are both comforting and nutritious, making monsoon snacking guilt-free! 1. SnackPure Roasted Makhanas 2. Farmley Trail Mixes and Dry Fruit Fusion Farmley's range of dry fruit combos includes a mix of almonds, cranberries, cashews, and seeds that give you energy and satisfy your snack cravings with natural sweetness and crunch. 3. MOM Instant Yet Wholesome Hot Meals MoM's instant poha and dal-chawal bowls are perfect when you're in the mood for something hearty and satisfying. It is ideal for warm monsoon evenings because it is made without preservatives and is ready in a matter of minutes. It tastes like homemade comfort in a cup. 4. SnackPure Beetroot Chips High in protein and packed with flavor, Beetroot chips from SnackPure hit the sweet spot between healthy and indulgent. They come in tangy masala blends that keep your taste buds happy without the heaviness of fried snacks. 5. Baked Bhakarwadi or Khakhra Chips With a twist, go desi! Select baked varieties of traditional snacks such as khakhra chips or bhakarwadi. These go well with green tea or spicy chai and are frequently offered by companies that specialize in healthy snacking. 6. Homemade Corn Chaat with a Nutty Twist Add roasted peanuts or seeds to your traditional corn chaat to increase its protein content. You have a fiery, tangy, monsoon masterpiece when you add lemon, chopped onions, and chaat masala. 7. Fruit & Nut Energy Bites top videos View all Look for no-added-sugar energy bites made with dates, figs, and nuts. You can make your own that focus on natural ingredients and clean energy. Rainy days don't have to derail your healthy eating goals. With smart choices and flavor-packed options from brands like Farmley, Mr. Makhana, MoM, and SnackPure, you can indulge without compromise. These healthy snacks pair perfectly with a cup of tulsi tea, spiced kadha, or classic masala chai , giving you warmth, wellness, and satisfaction without the bloat. About the Author Swati Chaturvedi Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she's a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 More The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 12, 2025, 11:00 IST News lifestyle » food Monsoon Munchies: Healthy Yet Comforting Snacks For Rainy Days Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Scientists unlock secrets of Martian weather systems
1 2 Bhubaneswar/Rourkela: Researchers from NIT Rourkela, in collaboration with scientists from UAE University and Sun Yat-sen University in China, provided new insights into the complex atmospheric phenomena of Mars through a comprehensive study spanning two decades with data collated from multiple Mars missions. The research, published in the journal New Astronomy Reviews, examines three crucial elements of Martian weather — dust devils, large-scale dust storms, and water-ice clouds. The study was co-authored by professor Jagabandhu Panda and research scholar Anirban Mandal from NIT Rourkela's Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, along with international collaborators. The team analysed data from various Mars missions, including India's Mars Orbiter Mission (MoM), to understand how dust and water-ice interact to influence the planet's climate and temperature. Their findings revealed that dust devils, which are small spinning columns of air, are more prevalent during summer in the northern hemisphere and play a vital role in keeping dust suspended in the atmosphere. "Advancing weather prediction on Mars is not just a scientific pursuit; it's crucial for ensuring the success of future missions and understanding the planet's habitability," said Panda. He emphasised the need for more ISRO missions to Mars and increased investment in university research to further advance scientific understanding. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 300만원 가상화폐 투자금 있다면 '이렇게'해라. 나우투자그룹 더 알아보기 Undo The research also sheds light on Mars' notorious dust storms, which can escalate to cover entire regions or even the whole planet. These storms operate in a feedback loop where sunlight heats the dust, warming the atmosphere and strengthening winds, which in turn lifts more dust into the air. The study's findings are particularly significant as they could help protect future spacecraft and support astronaut missions to Mars. "By tracking seasonal changes and their impact on dust and cloud formation, researchers refined our understanding of the Martian climate system, potentially enabling more accurate weather predictions on the Red Planet," Panda said. A significant focus of the study was on Mars' water-ice clouds, which form in two distinct types — the aphelion cloud belt during summers when Mars is farthest from the Sun, and the polar hood clouds that form during winter. These delicate, wispy formations are particularly visible near the equator, around massive volcanoes like Olympus Mons, and in polar regions.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
NIT research to improve weather prediction on Mars for better robotic, human mission planning
Researchers from NIT Rourkela and Sun Yat-sen University analysed over 20 years of Mars mission data to study how dust storms, dust devils, and water ice clouds shape the Martian climate. Their findings, published in New Astronomy Reviews, are expected to aid future human missions and deepen understanding of Mars' atmospheric dynamics. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Researchers from National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela and Sun Yat-sen University in China have examined how spinning dust devils, powerful dust storms and widespread water ice clouds can influence the atmosphere on examining information from more than 20 years of data collected by multiple Mars missions, including India's Mars Orbiter Mission (MoM), the team has studied how dust and water ice interact to shape the planet's climate and findings of this research have been published in the prestigious journal, New Astronomy to Jagabandhu Panda, professor, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, NIT Rourkela, understanding these processes will also help in preparing for human exploration missions."Mars, also known as the red planet, is home to some of the most dramatic weather systems in the solar system. Dust raised by local and regional storms can travel far and disturb wind patterns resulting in change of temperatures, and in some cases, reshape the Martian atmosphere in dramatic ways," he said."Knowing how Martian weather works can help protect spacecraft, support future astronauts, and improve our understanding of whether Mars may once have supported life," he explained that advancing the weather prediction on Mars is not just a scientific pursuit, it is the cornerstone of ensuring that future missions can sustain there and realise the past and future habitability of the red imaging data of more than 20 years, the researchers have traced how changing season on Mars evolve the dust and clouds formation and movement."These findings refine the human knowledge and understanding of Mars' climate system and may be useful for predicting future weather on the planet. As more missions head to the Red Planet, long-term studies like this one offer essential clues about its ever-changing skies," he said.
The Print
30-06-2025
- Science
- The Print
NIT research to improve weather prediction on Mars for better robotic, human mission planning
The findings of this research have been published in the prestigious journal, New Astronomy Reviews. By examining information from more than 20 years of data collected by multiple Mars missions, including India's Mars Orbiter Mission (MoM), the team has studied how dust and water ice interact to shape the planet's climate and temperature. New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) Researchers from National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela and Sun Yat-sen University in China have examined how spinning dust devils, powerful dust storms and widespread water ice clouds can influence the atmosphere on Mars. According to Jagabandhu Panda, professor, Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, NIT Rourkela, understanding these processes will also help in preparing for human exploration missions. 'Mars, also known as the red planet, is home to some of the most dramatic weather systems in the solar system. Dust raised by local and regional storms can travel far and disturb wind patterns resulting in change of temperatures, and in some cases, reshape the Martian atmosphere in dramatic ways,' he said. 'Knowing how Martian weather works can help protect spacecraft, support future astronauts, and improve our understanding of whether Mars may once have supported life,' he added. Panda explained that advancing the weather prediction on Mars is not just a scientific pursuit, it is the cornerstone of ensuring that future missions can sustain there and realise the past and future habitability of the red planet. Using imaging data of more than 20 years, the researchers have traced how changing season on Mars evolve the dust and clouds formation and movement. 'These findings refine the human knowledge and understanding of Mars' climate system and may be useful for predicting future weather on the planet. As more missions head to the Red Planet, long-term studies like this one offer essential clues about its ever-changing skies,' he said. PTI GJS GJS MNK MNK This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
