I recently had a friend visit my beachy apartment in California from New York City — also known as “The Concrete Jungle.” She was mesmerized by the amount of plants I had in my home, calling them lively and elegant. I was a bit surprised by her confusion. I grew up with a garden, plants perfectly placed to ignite life throughout the home, and as an adult, surrounded by quite […]
Rescue teams were working through the night to try to find survivors under the rubble that remained of central Italian towns flattened by an earthquake that hit in the early hours of Wednesday, killing at least 159 people. One hotel that collapsed in the small town of Amatrice probably had about 70 guests, and only seven bodies had so far been recovered, said the mayor of the town that was […]
Biryani is an evergreen classic that really needs no introduction. India offers so much on its culinary platter but the one dish Indians unanimously love indulging in is the mouth-watering biryani. With local and hyperlocal variations having evolved into distinctive styles of biryanis, one is spoilt for options when it comes to experiencing this melting pot of flavours. The deliciously complex blend of flavours, spices, and aromas in biryani have […]
Controversy is brewing at the Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram after an audit report revealed that gold worth Rs 186 crore has gone missing from the temple. In the report submitted to the Supreme Court in March, former CAG Vinod Rai recommended a committee be formed to probe the irregularities. According to the report, the temple did not have a system of ascertaining the weight and purity of gold and […]
A footage of a Jesus statue opening its eyes has left some believers dumbfounded with some claiming it a miracle. As the news spread, paranormal investigators scoured over the video which appears to show the figure quickly open its eyes at a church in Mexico.
Leading South Asian entertainment and lifestyle media company, ANOKHI MEDIA has released its second group of special guest attendance for its 13th Anniversary Awards-Fashion-Entertainment Show taking place on Thursday August 25th , 2016, at Toronto’s hottest new entertainment complex, 11 Polson Street, Toronto, overlooking the Toronto skyline and lake. Raj Girn launched ANOKHI MEDIA in 2002 to create a one stop multimedia resource to communicate and engage with the South Asian community, from both eastern […]
Toronto is one of the best places you can choose to go on a trip. This faultlessly excellent spot makes for an incredible holiday trip. This article discusses the main 5 visitor hotspots inside the city. One of the top urban cities on the planet, the unrestrained city of Toronto is one place that will promise you have a great trip. Refined and cosmopolitan, the city is easygoing, endurable, and […]
Take it with a pinch of salt!”, is what historian Anita Rane-Kothare, head of the department of Ancient Indian Culture and Archaeology at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, told us, when we asked about whether Ashutosh Gowariker’s Mohenjo Daro would do justice to the historical story of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation. From showing jumping crocodiles to women wearing feathery headgear, Gowariker is facing flak for showing distorted facts about the […]
Surendera Kumar and his sister Rajeshwari, 25, wander into the jungle They play with monkeys and other animals in the Chhattisgarh region They never fear the wild animals that roam the area and love to play freely But their mother is concerned after their father was killed by local militia A pair of Indian siblings who have a close bond with wild animals have been compared to Mowgli from The […]
Vietnam has emerged as one of the most affordable beach holiday destinations globally, offering travelers a diverse range of experiences from vibrant cities to serene coastal landscapes. Phu Quoc, renowned for its pristine beaches and vibrant culture, exemplifies this affordability, with options ranging from budget-friendly accommodations to upscale resorts and enticing beach restaurant phu quoc. Conversely, French Polynesia stands out as one of the most expensive destinations, reflecting its luxurious […]
