Monday, 18 July 2011
Sunday, 17 July 2011
Tuesday, 12 July 2011
KRK offers 2cr to Mallika Sherawat
A fan recently congratulated Mallika Sherawat on a networking website for the success of her item number "Jalebi Bai".
The actress was quick to respond with a " Thank you" and all would have been well if only Kamaal Rashid Khan hadn't interrupted.
The former "Bigg Boss" contestant wasted no time in offering Mallika a role in his upcoming film. His offer was that if she agreed, she would be paid `2 crore and that if the film failed to become a super hit, he would in turn pay her `5 crore as compensation. The actress hasn't bothered to reply to the (tempting) offer yet, but her fans were quick to repudiate Khan and his claims.
Kamaal also went as far as saying that he needed an actor who could play a good boyfriend on screen and an actress who had three boyfriends. He then suggest that John Abraham and Mallika Sherawat would be perfect for the role of the on-screen couple that he wants.
Mallika's fans have been calling KRK names like Badnaami Ka Daag and Film Drohi online. But through all this, wonder what Mallika Sherawat is thinking!
The actress was quick to respond with a " Thank you" and all would have been well if only Kamaal Rashid Khan hadn't interrupted.
The former "Bigg Boss" contestant wasted no time in offering Mallika a role in his upcoming film. His offer was that if she agreed, she would be paid `2 crore and that if the film failed to become a super hit, he would in turn pay her `5 crore as compensation. The actress hasn't bothered to reply to the (tempting) offer yet, but her fans were quick to repudiate Khan and his claims.
Kamaal also went as far as saying that he needed an actor who could play a good boyfriend on screen and an actress who had three boyfriends. He then suggest that John Abraham and Mallika Sherawat would be perfect for the role of the on-screen couple that he wants.
Mallika's fans have been calling KRK names like Badnaami Ka Daag and Film Drohi online. But through all this, wonder what Mallika Sherawat is thinking!
Tendulkar wants to enjoy England tour
Tendulkar insists that enjoying the game is the key to success. (TOI Photo)
LONDON: A billion-plus fans in India would be expecting a record 100th ton when Sachin Tendulkar walks out to bat against England in the first Test at Lord's but that is the last thing on the batting maestro's mind as he simply wants to enjoy during the tour.
Tendulkar, who is on a vacation in London with his family, insists that enjoying the game is the key to success.
"I am not thinking of records," Sachin was quoted as saying by The Daily Telegraph.
"I am just thinking of enjoying this tour. The secret to any performance is not in chasing records. I think about, 'What is the best way to enjoy the game, and how can I enhance that enjoyment factor?'
"If I enhance the enjoyment then, naturally, the standard of play becomes higher. To me, that is more important. If I am playing well, things can happen. I don't need to go around chasing them. It is a process. You construct a solid foundation and build on it."
Besides spending time with family, Tendulkar has been training here for the four-Test series while his team mates are set to join him soon from the West Indies.
Tendulkar said that being in England enables him to balance life by doing thing he will not be able to do in India due to the crazy fan-following.
"When I spend time in England, it is different. I get to do certain things that I wouldn't be able to do in India: to go into the park with my children, to do whatever they want to do, whether it be a game of soccer or cricket. I enjoy the best of both. The idea is to balance life in India with life away from India, to get the best of both and to be a happy man."
When asked about retiring from the game he has played for over 20 years, Tendulkar said: "I haven't. I am enjoying every moment. It has been fun. In fact, I am looking at how to enjoy the game more and how to improve the standard of play. It is about getting better. Nobody knows what is going to happen tomorrow. At least today I know that I want to enjoy cricket, to enjoy the moment."
Tendulkar, who is on a vacation in London with his family, insists that enjoying the game is the key to success.
"I am not thinking of records," Sachin was quoted as saying by The Daily Telegraph.
"I am just thinking of enjoying this tour. The secret to any performance is not in chasing records. I think about, 'What is the best way to enjoy the game, and how can I enhance that enjoyment factor?'
"If I enhance the enjoyment then, naturally, the standard of play becomes higher. To me, that is more important. If I am playing well, things can happen. I don't need to go around chasing them. It is a process. You construct a solid foundation and build on it."
Besides spending time with family, Tendulkar has been training here for the four-Test series while his team mates are set to join him soon from the West Indies.
Tendulkar said that being in England enables him to balance life by doing thing he will not be able to do in India due to the crazy fan-following.
"When I spend time in England, it is different. I get to do certain things that I wouldn't be able to do in India: to go into the park with my children, to do whatever they want to do, whether it be a game of soccer or cricket. I enjoy the best of both. The idea is to balance life in India with life away from India, to get the best of both and to be a happy man."
When asked about retiring from the game he has played for over 20 years, Tendulkar said: "I haven't. I am enjoying every moment. It has been fun. In fact, I am looking at how to enjoy the game more and how to improve the standard of play. It is about getting better. Nobody knows what is going to happen tomorrow. At least today I know that I want to enjoy cricket, to enjoy the moment."
Folk Songs of Kerala
Folk Songs
Kerala has a very rich folk song tradition. The farmers, the peasants, the boat men have all contributed to this tradition. They forgot the tedium of toil by singing songs. Even the happiness of the harvest season, the sacramental union of man and woman, and the advent of progeny also found expression in beautiful melodies. Irayimmam Tampy, wrote a lyric for the melody of the traditional lullaby which is one of the most beautiful songs of this kind in Malayalam. Another lullaby melody was chosen by Cherrusseri in the 15th century to retell the Krishna story from the Bhagavatha in mellifluous verse in a Kavya of classical dimensions with forty-seven cantos. The boat song melody was used by Ramapurath Warrier in the 18th century for a fine narrative poem on the story of 'Kuchela' and by Kumaran Asan, for another narrative poem on the great compassion of the Buddha and the disciples who were inspired by him.
Mappila Pattukal (Mopla Songs)
Mopla Songs also known as Mappila Pattukal reflect the Muslim arts forms. These songs represent a long tradition of a happy blending of Arab and local elements of music. The language used in these songs represents a mixture of Arab, Persian, Urdu, Hindi, Tamil, Sanskrit and Kannada. It is believed that the rich literature of Mopla songs has a long history going back to 700 years. These songs sung in rituals, household ceremonies like marriage and as a vocal accompaniment for dances. Love, heroism and devotion to God are the basic sentiments in these songs.
Christian Songs
Pattu literature has many Christian songs which were meant to propagate the Christian faith. One of the main songs deals with the life and deeds of St. Thomas. These songs blend the touch of western music and folk tunes of Kerala.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple asset not 'treasure trove': Minister
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Congress-led UDF Government said the huge wealth found from the cellars of Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple here was the asset of the shrine and could not be termed a 'treasure trove'.
The statement, by devaswom minister VS Sivakumar in the Assembly, came in the wake of some quarters arguing that the assets would come under the definition of 'trove' and the state should take over it under the Kerala Treasure Trove Act.
"You repeatedly describe it as 'nidhi' (treasure trove). It is the wealth of the temple," Sivakumar replied to a question by former home minister and CPI(M) leader Kodiyeri Balakrishnan.
He said foolproof security had been provided to the temple with personnel drawn from police, Rapid Action Force and State Commando Force. The government would bear all costs for the safety of the invaluable wealth in the cellars, he said in reply to a question from Palode Ravi of the Congress.
A total of 53 security personnel have been positioned inside the temple and another 74 outside the shrine. The entire security was under control of ADGP Venugoplan K Nair, the minister said.
Referring to reports on the value of assets found in the temple, Sivakumar said the temple was now the richest one in India. He also said that flow of devotees had increased significantly following the discovery of the valuables.
The invaluable articles found during an inventory included rare jewels, stone-studded crowns, heaps of gold and silver coins, idols and gold, silver and brass platters and lamps, whose value is estimated at nearly Rs one lakh crore.
The statement, by devaswom minister VS Sivakumar in the Assembly, came in the wake of some quarters arguing that the assets would come under the definition of 'trove' and the state should take over it under the Kerala Treasure Trove Act.
"You repeatedly describe it as 'nidhi' (treasure trove). It is the wealth of the temple," Sivakumar replied to a question by former home minister and CPI(M) leader Kodiyeri Balakrishnan.
He said foolproof security had been provided to the temple with personnel drawn from police, Rapid Action Force and State Commando Force. The government would bear all costs for the safety of the invaluable wealth in the cellars, he said in reply to a question from Palode Ravi of the Congress.
A total of 53 security personnel have been positioned inside the temple and another 74 outside the shrine. The entire security was under control of ADGP Venugoplan K Nair, the minister said.
Referring to reports on the value of assets found in the temple, Sivakumar said the temple was now the richest one in India. He also said that flow of devotees had increased significantly following the discovery of the valuables.
The invaluable articles found during an inventory included rare jewels, stone-studded crowns, heaps of gold and silver coins, idols and gold, silver and brass platters and lamps, whose value is estimated at nearly Rs one lakh crore.
Thursday, 7 July 2011
Kuttanadan Fish Curry- Meen curry
>> Thursday, May 14, 2009
This is the my most favorite meen curry in the entire world and i bet there is nothing to beat the taste of a fish curry made with a kuttanadan flavor. I love this at any time of the day , even with Puttu as breakfast. Fish curry and puttu , I am telling you is such a yummy combo...
Usually this is made in a claypot ,( manchatti )back home , and that when it tastes the best. N loves this with kuthari choru and Moru kachiyathu and a thoran . oh Heaven!!!!
This recipe for Kuttanadan style meen curry with kudampuli comes from my grandma and i can without any doubt say its the best i have ever had :).
Recipe for Ammachi's special Kuttanadan Meen curry
Ingredients:-
Fish - 1 kg
Shallots - 10 nos chopped
Garlic thinly sliced - 6-7 cloves
Ginger thinly sliced - a small piece
Green chilly - 3 chopped
Red chilly powder - 2.5 tsp
Coriander powder - 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp
Fenugreek Powder - 1/2 tsp or use fenugreek seeds after adding mustard seeds
Tamarind(Kudampuli) - 4 medium pieces
Salt to taste
oil
Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
Curry leaves
Clean and cut the fish into medium size pieces. Soak Kudampuli in a cup of warm water and keep it aside
In a small bowl mix all the powders with water to make a thick paste
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seed
When the mustard seeds start to splutter add shallots,green chillies,ginger ,garlic and curry
leaves.Saute it till they are soft
Add the prepared paste to the pan and fry on a low heat . ( grandma says when u cough you know the powders are done )
Add the soaked Kudampuli and water and if you want add 1/2 more cup water .Bring it to boil
Add the Fish pieces and cook on a medium heat till the fish is cooked .
Uncover and simmer till the gravy is thick
Before removing from the heat, add 1 tsp of oil to the curry
Delicious kuttanadan fish curry - meen curry is ready to be served.
Recipe courtesy: -My mom & Grandma
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