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The Hindu
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
A 105-year legacy: Hyderabad's Jauzi Halwa which takes 16-hours to make
In Hyderabad's Old City, where biryani's aroma mixes with Moazzam Jahi Market's chaos, a small shop holds a 105-year-old secret. Hameedi Confectioners serves Jauzi Halwa, a Turkish sweet that once charmed the last Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan. This isn't just dessert—it's history in every bite. In a fast-moving world, this tiny shop clings to tradition, dishing out nostalgia with every sticky, sweet bite. Inside, trays of nutty, saffron-laced halwa gleam amid the market's bustle. Started by a young boy with big dreams, Hameedi Confectioners blends Ottoman richness with Deccani spice. Each spoonful tells of royal feasts and a legacy born from ambition. A nameless stall set up in 1913 Picture this: it's 1913, and a 15-year-old Turkish lad named Mohammed Hussain sets up a small, nameless stall in a then-remote corner of Hyderabad. With no proper roads or streetlights, he toils under flickering lamps, crafting sweets with recipes from his homeland. Among them is Jauzi Halwa, a decadent concoction made from sprouted wheat flour, milk, saffron, ghee, and a mysterious spice— nutmeg, or 'jouz' in Urdu, which gives the sweet its name. Word of its unique flavor spread like wildfire, reaching the ears of Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad. One taste, and the Nizam was smitten. He decreed the shop be named after his son's nickname, 'Hameedi,' and sent a letter with his royal seal — a framed treasure still displayed proudly in the shop today. What makes it so special? What makes Jauzi Halwa so special? It's not just the ingredients — though the nutmeg, saffron, and generous lashings of ghee — create a rich, granular texture that melts in your mouth. It's the labor of love behind it. Crafting a single batch takes 16 hours, with workers stirring in shifts to achieve its signature consistency. The halwa's vibrant red hue, topped with cashews and edible silver foil, is a feast for the eyes, while its subtle spice notes — nutmeg, mace, and cardamom — dance on the palate. Unlike overly sweet desserts, Jauzi Halwa strikes a balance, lighter on sugar but heavy on flavor, making it a filling indulgence. A quintal sold daily Hameedi Confectioners' legacy isn't just about one sweet. The shop, now a Hyderabad institution, offers other delights like Badam ki Jaali and Motichoor Ladoo, but Jauzi Halwa remains the star. It's a favorite at weddings and celebrations, with nearly a quintal sold daily. The shop's unassuming exterior belies its royal pedigree, and customers don't mind the modest ambiance when the reward is a bite of history. Mazhar, Mohammed Hussain's grandson, carries the torch today, ensuring the recipe remains unchanged. 'We serve it with love, just like my grandfather did,' he says, grinning. That love, coupled with a spice-laden legacy, keeps Hameedi thriving amidst modern competition. For Hyderabadis and visitors alike, a trip to Hameedi for Jauzi Halwa isn't just about satisfying a sweet tooth — it's about savoring a piece of the city's soul, one nutmeg-kissed bite at a time. (The student is interning with The Hindu Hyderabad)
The Print
30-04-2025
- General
- The Print
Hyderabad is neglecting its Art Deco buildings. Jeera colony to Bachelors' Quarters
However, one very neglected aspect, or rather part of the city's contours, is its Art Deco buildings, which were built mostly after the 1940s. There are so many of them, and almost all are slowly being demolished by owners to make way for modern structures. For that matter, even colonial buildings like the British Residency or the Rashtrapati Nilayam, completed in 1860, make some of us nostalgic—especially if you've grown up in the old cantonment areas of Secunderabad (founded in 1806 by the British). Whenever someone talks about architecture in Hyderabad, it is either about the foundational Indo-Persian Golconda period from the 16th to 17th century or the later Mughal-inspired Nizam-era structures. Given that it is so glaring, it is also understandable that monuments like the Charminar and the Chowmahalla Palace leave people awestruck. Hyderabad's overlooked heritage Art Deco is a form of architecture that comes from the 1925 'L'exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes' (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts), held in Paris. It highlighted new styles of art, architecture, decorative arts, and industrial designs coming up in Europe and across the world. The 100th anniversary of the Art Deco style architecture was marked on 29 April. The exhibition was held specifically to showcase only new and modern designs, and no historical designs or styles were allowed. Just a few years before that, the American newspaper Chicago Tribune held a competition among architects to design its then-new building. The competition also set the tone for America's foray into the design philosophy of Art Deco architecture. The word 'Art Deco' in fact was popularised much later in the 1960s, but it essentially has three forms of design: zigzag or jazz moderne, streamline moderne and classical moderne. Zigzag buildings were essentially more opulent (some included inspiration from ancient Egyptian and Mayan cultures), while classical Art Deco was more muted as the Great Depression in the 1930s made its impact in the US. The third one, streamline moderne, stuck to industrial designs, with buildings often designed to look like ships, or planes, or even automobiles. This is what we find in Hyderabad. Hyderabad has a layered history: It has ancient medieval architecture, followed by the later Nizam-era mix of post-Mughal buildings, which also includes a blend of European architecture. And between these monuments and public spaces, the Art Deco heritage of our city is completely overlooked. One of the best examples of this is the Bachelors' Quarters building in Abids, located across the Moazzam Jahi market (built in 1935 as a market in Indo-Saracenic architecture by the last Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan). Built in 1941, the Bachelors Quarters—-with its ocean-liner facade—-once housed progressive Urdu writers for years. Another building that has always caught my eye is the Arya Samaj Mandir on RP Road in Secunderabad. It is an absolutely stunning structure. Until a few years ago, the Jeera colony behind it was filled with lived-in Art Deco homes. While a few still stand, many have been torn down. Also read: What makes someone a Hyderabadi—Irani chai, biryani, Nizam nostalgia, or Dakhni? Design shaped by technology Unlike Mumbai, where the Art Deco buildings (like those in Marine Drive) are protected, nothing of that sort safeguards such structures in Hyderabad. Sooner or later, most of them will make way for new construction. In a way, I get it. Many of these homes belonged to joint families that have since split, and naturally, the properties get divided too. That said, the Art Deco era was influenced by a fascination with transportation technology in the 1940s and 1950s. Hyderabad's old airport in Begumpet, built by the last Nizam, is also a beautiful structure. Across the city, even in its busiest market areas of Abids and Secunderabad, you can still spot several Art Deco buildings. Many of these buildings have interesting typography on them. Give it a few decades, and our Art Deco heritage will stand as a century-old reminder of how the idea of technology once shaped design itself. It's always nice to look at old photos of things that don't exist anymore and reminisce. What's better is if they stand the test of time. That way, we can show the future generations what modernity once looked like. Art Deco can be that, and this applies to every Indian city where it exists. Yunus Lasania is a Hyderabad-based journalist whose work primarily focuses on politics, history and culture. He tweets @YunusLasania. Views are personal. (Edited by Ratan Priya)
Gulf Today
27-04-2025
- Health
- Gulf Today
First intestine transplant performed in Indian state of Telangana
Hyderabad: The first successful intestine transplant in Telangana has been done by doctors at state government-run Osmania General Hospital. A 40-year-old male patient with short gut syndrome and on Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) support was admitted to Osmania Hospital, and found to have repeated central line infections and major central vein thrombosis. According to doctors, he underwent massive small bowel and right colon resection for massive gangrene due to acute Superior Mesenteric Artery (SMA) occlusion. Only 30 cm of the proximal jejunum, starting from the duodenojejunal (DJ) flexure, had remained intact. Doctors at Osmania Hospital performed a cadaver small intestine transplant on April 19. Doctors said that the patient is now tolerating a soft diet orally, and his ileostomy is functioning well. A protocol endoscopy performed on the seventh postoperative day revealed a healthy, pink mucosa in the transplanted bowel. Biopsy results confirmed there were no signs of rejection, doctors said. This came a few days after doctors at Osmania Hospital achieved a breakthrough by successfully performing a liver transplantation on a 14-year-old patient suffering from Marfan's syndrome and very severe hepatopulmonary syndrome (HPS). Marfan's syndrome is a genetic disorder that makes body tissues fragile and increases the risk of heart problems, while HPS is a rare and serious condition where liver disease leads to low oxygen levels and widening of blood vessels in the lungs, making it hard to breathe. A team of hepatologists, pulmonologists, cardiologists, and transplant surgeons at the hospital spent months evaluating the patient's condition before taking a decision to perform the transplantation despite the risks involved. A team of 30 doctors performed the surgery that lasted for 20 hours. Doctors had termed it a global milestone. Osmania Hospital is the oldest and one of the major government-run healthcare facilities in the state. Conceived after the devastating Musi floods of 1908, the Osmania Hospital was built by Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of the princely state of Hyderabad, and named after him. Built in the Indo-Saracenic style, it was completed in 1919 and has been host to many prominent medical conferences and research initiatives over the last 100 years. Indo-Asian News Service
Hans India
27-04-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Telangana's first intestine transplant performed at Osmania Hospital
Hyderabad: The first successful intestine transplant in Telangana has been done by doctors at state government-run Osmania General Hospital here. A 40-year-old male patient with short gut syndrome and on Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) support was admitted to Osmania Hospital, and found to have repeated central line infections and major central vein thrombosis. According to doctors, he underwent massive small bowel and right colon resection for massive gangrene due to acute Superior Mesenteric Artery (SMA) occlusion. Only 30 cm of the proximal jejunum, starting from the duodenojejunal (DJ) flexure, had remained intact. Doctors at Osmania Hospital performed a cadaver small intestine transplant on April 19. Doctors said that the patient is now tolerating a soft diet orally, and his ileostomy is functioning well. A protocol endoscopy performed on the seventh postoperative day revealed a healthy, pink mucosa in the transplanted bowel. Biopsy results confirmed there were no signs of rejection, doctors said. This came a few days after doctors at Osmania Hospital achieved a breakthrough by successfully performing a liver transplantation on a 14-year-old patient suffering from Marfan's syndrome and very severe hepatopulmonary syndrome (HPS). Marfan's syndrome is a genetic disorder that makes body tissues fragile and increases the risk of heart problems, while HPS is a rare and serious condition where liver disease leads to low oxygen levels and widening of blood vessels in the lungs, making it hard to breathe. A team of hepatologists, pulmonologists, cardiologists, and transplant surgeons at the hospital spent months evaluating the patient's condition before taking a decision to perform the transplantation despite the risks involved. A team of 30 doctors performed the surgery that lasted for 20 hours. Doctors had termed it a global milestone. Osmania Hospital is the oldest and one of the major government-run healthcare facilities in the state. Conceived after the devastating Musi floods of 1908, the Osmania Hospital was built by Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of the princely state of Hyderabad, and named after him. Built in the Indo-Saracenic style, it was completed in 1919 and has been host to many prominent medical conferences and research initiatives over the last 100 years.
