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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
How the Pemmican War prefigured the protein obsessions of today
The news that Canada's Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) was closing its last stores had echoes of another age. HBC was one of 'the corporations that built British colonialism', as Philip J Stern describes in his book Empire, Incorporated . We are most familiar with the East India Company (founded 1600), but HBC (1670) was one of many, like the Muscovy Company (1555), Royal African Company (1660) and Levant Company (1592), which carved the world for commercial interests, often then leading to colonial domination. HBC lasted longer because it ran stores across North America, originally outposts which sold supplies for survival in the harsh terrain. They later became regular department stores, which are now closing their doors. HBC was founded for fur. The far north was full of animals with luxurious pelts, particularly beavers whose thick, waterproof fur was in great demand for making hats. HBC started trading with native American tribes for pelts, but soon Europeans arrived to make their fortunes as fur trappers. But winters were freezing and summers worse, with large parts of the land turning into swamp and mosquito swarms, severely limiting activities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Paolla Oliveira: O carro que deixou o mundo de boca aberta, veja as fotos! 33 Bridges Undo Foraging or hunting food in these conditions was hard, so some form of sustenance had to be carried. But the standard travel foods of that time, like salted meats or hard biscuit, proved to be too cumbersome or impractical for conditions when even basic cooking could be hard. This is when Europeans turned to a product that native tribes prepared that was called pemmican. This was the lean meat from animals like bison or caribou, which was carefully dried to make it lighter and less likely to spoil. This was pounded into shreds and melted fat from the same animals was poured over, helping preserve it further. Fat also made it highly calorific, providing energy from even small amounts. Dried berries pounded in made it taste better and improved its nutritional profile. Pemmican could be fried or boiled into a stew, but also eaten raw, a big advantage in bad weather. It became essential fuel for the fur trade and a major industry grew, with native tribes hunting animals and preparing pemmican to sell to trappers. Vilhjalmur Stefansson, an Arctic explorer who studied tribal diets and writes extensively on pemmican in his book Not By Bread Alone , writes that HBC, which was still controlled from Britain, was initially disdainful of this native food. This changed with the formation of the North West Company (NWC) in Montreal in 1779. As a Canadian enterprise, it knew the value of pemmican and soon was bringing in more fur from regions that HBC considered under its control. This came to a head in what is now Manitoba, where HBC tried to stop sale of pemmican outside its control. Corporate battles today happen in stock markets and courts, but the Pemmican War , as the conflict was called, involved real guns and violence. The NWC enlisted the tribes who made pemmican, and from 1812-1821 a deadly series of skirmishes took place. Finally, the bosses ended the war by agreeing to merge the companies under the HBC name, but making it a Canadian controlled company. Stefansson writes that British attitudes to pemmican also changed completely. It was now seen as a wonder food, imperative for polar expeditions and even tried as army rations. It was an early example of the protein bars that are hot products today. It helps that Stefansson's book was eagerly cited by the meat industry and has become the basis of the hugely popular keto and paleo diets today. This is a bit of a distortion, since he was careful to place pemmican, and the high protein diet in the specific context of the climate and communities it came from. But the allure of pemmican has outlasted HBC and the fur trade. Doomsday preppers now stock it, piling up the protein against an apocalypse someday.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India-Central Asia bonding: From security partnership to inclusive connectivity initiatives
External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar will host the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and the Uzbekistan for the 4th meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi on Friday eyeing to expand counter-terror and security partnership . The 3rd meeting of the Dialogue was hosted by India in New Delhi in December 2021. India and Central Asia, in each other's 'Extended Neighbourhood', enjoy close and cordial contemporary diplomatic relations underpinned by millennia old cultural and people-to-people exchanges. The first India-Central Summit held virtually in January 2022 and the mechanism of India-Central Asia Dialogue, at the level of Foreign Ministers, have taken this relationship substantially forward. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like O carro de Paolla Oliveira choca o mundo inteiro, a prova em fotos! 33 Bridges Undo At the 4th Dialogue, on 6 June 2025, the Ministers will discuss further strengthening of relations between India and Central Asian countries with particular focus on trade, connectivity, technology, and development cooperation. They will also share perspectives on challenges to regional security and other regional and global issues of mutual interest, officials informed. The Foreign Ministers will also participate in the India-Central Asia Business Council meeting being held on 5 June 2025 by MEA in collaboration with FICCI. Live Events India-Central Asia Summit, at leaders level, is the highest level of engagement between India and Central Asia. The inaugural Summit was held virtually in January 2022. It marked a pivotal step in strengthening India's ties with the region. It was chaired by PM Narendra Modi and attended by the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. The Summit adopted the 'Delhi Declaration,' institutionalizing biennial summits and regular ministerial dialogues. The India-Central Asia Dialogue, launched in January 2019 in Samarkand, is a meeting of Foreign Ministers. It serves as a key platform for strengthening ties between India and Central Asia. The second meeting took place virtually in October 2020 and focussed on regional security, counter-terrorism , and infrastructure development. The third meeting was held in New Delhi in December 2021 and emphasised connectivity to further deepen the ties between India and Central Asia. The 4th edition of the Dialogue is taking place in New Delhi on 5-6 June 2025. The India-Central Asia NSA's meetings, inaugurated in December 2022 in New Delhi and followed by a second meeting in October 2023 in Astana, serves as a vital platform for regional cooperation on security, counter-terrorism, cybersquatting, and connectivity. It also proposed capacity building programme forCentral Asian officials on various aspects such as Drug Law Enforcement, preventing Terror Financing etc. Defence cooperation is an important pillar of India's strategic partnership with the CACs. India has annual military exercises 'KazInd' with Kazakhstan, 'Khanjar' with Kyrgyz Republic and 'Dustlik' with Uzbekistan. Training of defence personnel of CACs in Indian premier defence training institutes and deployment of Indian Military training teams in some countries is another important aspect of India'sdefence cooperation.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Yes Bank secures board approval to raise Rs 15,000 crore in equity and debt capital
Mumbai: Yes Bank announced late Tuesday its board has approved raising up to ₹7,500 crore in equity capital and ₹8,500 crore through debt instruments during FY26. The fundraising will be executed in multiple tranches, both in domestic and international markets. In a regulatory filing, the private sector lender stated that the equity capital will be raised through various permissible instruments, ensuring that the total dilution does not exceed 10%. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like O carro de Paolla Oliveira choca o mundo inteiro, a prova em fotos! 33 Bridges Undo The board has also cleared a resolution to raise debt capital via instruments denominated in Indian or foreign currency, totaling ₹8,500 crore. To support its strategic agreement with Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), the bank will amend its Articles of Association. An approval to raise fresh equity will enable SMBC to infuse new capital in the bank and raise its stake. SMBC signed a definitive agreement on May 9 to acquire a 20% stake in Yes Bank for ₹13,483 crore through a secondary market transaction. As part of the agreement, SMBC will receive pro-rata pre-emptive rights to subscribe to future equity issuances by Yes Bank to maintain its stake. It will also be entitled to nominate two non-executive and non-independent directors to the board. State Bank of India (SBI), a key stakeholder, will retain the right to appoint one nominee director. Live Events Yes Bank last raised ₹15,000 crore in July 2020 through a follow-on public offer. In March 2022, the bank secured ₹8,887 crore from global private equity firms Carlyle and Advent International by issuing shares on a preferential basis. Both investors acquired a 9.99% stake in the bank. At the end of March 2025, Yes Bank had a common equity tier 1 (CET1) ratio of 13.5% while its capital adequacy ratio stood at 15.6%.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Panchang for Today - 23rd May 2025: Tithi, Vrat, Muhurat, Nakshatra & More
Welcome to your May 23, 2025, Daily Panchang. This concise Panchang is specially curated to guide you through the day's energies with ease. Venus is the planet in control of the day, and actions require grace, diplomacy, and a heart-centered approach. The day is emotionally rich and spiritually nourishing from the Moon in Pisces. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Mute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Boite A Scoop Undo Important Details Live Events Tithi : Krishna Ekadashi Tithi Nakshatra : Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Yoga : Priti Yoga Abhijit Muhurat: (11:51 AM - 12:45 PM) is a favorable day to make important decisions. Rahu Kalam (10:35 AM - 12:18 PM) should be avoided when embarking on new ventures. The above combinations characterize the day, lending a spiritually charged vibration to the day's actions and decisions. With the energies of Venus encouraging love, harmony, and artistic beauty this Friday (Shukrawara) and the Moon in Pisces (Meen Rashi), gentleness, surrender, and emotional healing are the order of the day. Additional Information Sun Rise 05:26 AM Sun Sign Vrishabha Sun Set 07:10 PM Moon Sign Meen Moon Rise 02:57 AM, May 24 Paksha Krishna Moon Set 01:59 PM Auspicious Time Period Abhijit: 11:51 AM to 12:45 PM Inauspicious Time Period Gulikai Kalam: 07:09 AM to 08:52 AM Yamaganda: 03:44 PM to 05:27 PM Rahu Kalam: 10:35 AM to 12:18 PM Explaining the Panchang What is Tithi? Tithi literally means the day of the Moon, and its location at any given time. It provides indications regarding the mood of the individual and decision-making ability. Tithi specifies certain spiritual influences in particular. All Tithis are significant in one way or another, so to indicate certain times which will be appropriate for significant things or activities is needed. Tithi for today : Ekadashi upto 10:29 PM What is a Nakshatra? Nakshatras refer to moon constellations and a way to discover one's personality and line of life. Each Nakshatra has characteristics that determine the personality, traits, and deficits of an individual. Discovering one's Nakshatra would tell a person a great deal about his nature, emotional realm, spiritual unfolding, and global relationship. Nakshatra for today - Uttara Bhadrapada upto 04:02 PM What is Yoga? Yog is a celestial alignment that has an effect on the cosmic energy of the day. Every Yog has some qualities to direct the potential for prosperity, success, and spiritual progress. Understanding the 'Yog' at birth aligns an individual with favorable energy for life advancement. Yoga for today : Priti upto 06:37 PM What is Karana? One Karan depicts half of a Tithi and is impacting specific actions and energies. Every Karan impacts timing, choice-making, and self-growth. This helps to understand which timings will be more appropriate for initiating new work, self-study, or spiritual practice. Karana for today: Bava upto 11:54 AM, Balava upto 10:29 PM Vaar or Day of the week: Vaar refers to days of the week ruled by a planet and the planet thereby ruling the day's energy. Individuals say that your birth Vaar determines your nature, your sensitivity in emotions, and your approach to life. Knowing your birth Vaar helps in harmonizing your behavior according to the nature of planetary influence ruling the specific day. Day of the Week : Friday ____________________________________________________________________________ Today's Fast/Festival The first Ekadashi of the Jyeshtha month, i.e., Apara Ekadashi, will be observed on 23rd May 2025. Observing the fast of Apara Ekadashi absolves one of sins as grave as Brahma-hatya (killing a Brahmin) and brings happiness and prosperity in life. This Ekadashi, falling on 23rd May 2025, is the first Ekadashi of the Jyeshtha month. Legend of Apara Ekadashi In ancient times, there was a righteous king named Mahidhwaj. His younger brother Vajradhwaj harbored jealousy in his heart. Out of greed, he murdered his own brother. As a result of this sin, Vajradhwaj was reborn as a restless spirit after death and wandered for many years. One day, Sage Dhaumya arrived at that place and, using his spiritual powers, understood the entire situation. He observed the Apara Ekadashi fast, pleased Lord Vishnu, and dedicated the merit of the fast to Vajradhwaj. Due to the power of the earned merit, Vajradhwaj was liberated, attained a divine body, and ascended to the heavenly realm. Ritual Method of Worship on Apara Ekadashi Clean the place of worship and sprinkle it with Ganga water. Spread a clean cloth and place an idol or image of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Apply sandalwood paste to the deity, offer flowers, light a ghee lamp, and perform Aarti. Chant Vishnu mantras and recite the Vishnu Chalisa. Thereafter, listen to or read the story of Apara Ekadashi with devotion. Offer fruits, sweets, and Tulsi leaves as Bhog (sacred offering). After the Puja, donate food, clothes, or money to the needy. —---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This daily Panchang has been brought to you by For Feedback, please write to hello@ . Also Read: Daily Horoscope Today - 23rd May 2025 Tarot Horoscope Today - 23rd May 2025 Numerology Horoscope Today - 23 May 2025
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
San Francisco-based entrepreneur takes a trip on India's worst-rated airline, his reaction will surprise you
IndiGo , ranked among the world's worst airlines in a global ranking, got an unexpectedly positive review from a San Francisco-based entrepreneur who recently flew on one of its flights. Despite the reputation, the entrepreneur shared his experience online and called it 'the best budget airline experience so far.' Global ranking puts IndiGo near the bottom IndiGo, India's largest airline by market share, was ranked 103rd out of 109 airlines in the 2024 AirHelp Score report . The report evaluates airlines based on on-time performance, service quality, and claims processing. Sphinx, a San Francisco-based entrepreneur and travel vlogger, took an IndiGo flight during a recent visit to India. Posting on his account on X (formerly Twitter), he shared a video reviewing his journey. 'India's worst-rated airline is not that bad but Indian passengers are unforgiving,' he wrote. — protosphinx (@protosphinx) Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like O carro de Paolla Oliveira choca o mundo inteiro, a prova em fotos! Boite A Scoop Undo The tweet quickly gained attention, especially because his reaction differed from the general public sentiment. "A good start for the worst rated airline in India" Sphinx started his review with low expectations. 'Here we go, final call and the good news is the flight is on time so it's a good start for the worst rated airline in India,' he said in the video. Live Events He appreciated the boarding process, noting that there was no need to walk on the tarmac. 'Also usually with these cheap airlines you need to go on the tarmac and then go up the stairs to the plane but there's a tunnel straight in so another thumbs up for IndiGo.' The flight took off only seven minutes after the scheduled time. 'Only seven minutes after the estimated departure time we have takeoff. Impressive,' he added. Review of IndiGo's in-flight meal: "Seven out of ten, does the job" Sphinx also tried IndiGo's chicken junglee sandwich mid-flight and gave a detailed review. 'Right here we go with the chicken junglee sandwich, no idea why it's called junglee but we've got like brown and white on the bread. Pretty interesting with chicken mayonnaise in the middle. Let's give it a go.' He continued, 'It's bread, it's very fresh, fluffy and inside that chicken it's very moist with the mayonnaise... Seven out of ten, does the job.' Flight staff and service earn praise He also praised the flight crew. 'Staff are lovely, all speak English. So far this has been the best budget airline experience,' he concluded in the clip.
