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A look into the culinary diversity of bamboo shoot in India

A look into the culinary diversity of bamboo shoot in India

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Ubiquitous but Unique Every state has its own signature methods for preserving fermented bamboo shoot. In Assam, this preparation is called Khorisa or Bah Gaj, made by fermenting shoots in pits or earthen pots. The resulting ferment has a sharp, tangy aroma. A popular Assamese recipe for fish involves wrapping pounded fish and bamboo shoot with bamboo leaves, then steaming it to perfection. In Manipur, it is called soibum and is a much sought-after ingredient in local cuisine. Here, bamboo shoots are pounded and then fermented over months, but is also used both fresh, and dried. Manipuris also have Soidon, a fermented dish made from bamboo shoot juice and mustard seeds. The region’s most popular dish is Soibum Eromba, which is fermented bamboo served with mashed potatoes, and fermented fish. It is also paired with pork and chicken and veg stews. In Nagaland, it is called bastenga. With a pungent aroma, it is used to flavor pork and axone dishes. The Mising Community uses two major categories of bamboo shoots. Ikung is the fresh bamboo …

Bamboo and North-East Indian Identity

Bamboo and North-East Indian Identity

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Ubiquitous but Unique Every state has its own signature methods for preserving fermented bamboo shoot. In Assam, this preparation is called Khorisa or Bah Gaj, made by fermenting shoots in pits or earthen pots. The resulting ferment has a sharp, tangy aroma. A popular Assamese recipe for fish involves wrapping pounded fish and bamboo shoot within bamboo leaves, then steaming to perfection. In Manipur, it is called soibum and is a much sought-after ingredient in local cuisine. Here, bamboo shoots are pounded and then fermented over months. They are also used both fresh, and dried. Manipuris also have Soidon, a fermented dish made from bamboo shoot juice and mustard seeds. The region’s most popular dish is Soibum Eromba, which is fermented bamboo served with mashed potatoes and fermented fish. It is occasionally paired with pork and chicken, in vegetable stews. In Nagaland, it is called bastenga. With a pungent aroma, it is used to flavour pork and axone dishes. The Mising Community uses two major categories of bamboo shoots. Ikung is the fresh bamboo shoot …

From bamboo training to national medals, Babulal Hembrom rises through adversity

From bamboo training to national medals, Babulal Hembrom rises through adversity

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When a former Army coach, Gurvinder Singh, suggested that Babulal Hembrom stop playing other sports and take up weightlifting given his body structure, the biggest challenge for the teenager from Keribanda village in Ramgarh District of Jharkhand was to find funds to pursue the sport. But instead of giving up, Babulal began training by using bamboo sticks and iron rods at construction sites before joining the Jharkhand State Sports Promotion Society coaching centre, which meant commuting 60 km daily to train under Gurvinder. “It was a tough period for me when I took up the sport in 2018. Financially, we couldn’t afford the equipment and the kit to train and hence I would make do with bamboo sticks and iron rods. Then I got coaching support from JSPS and my coach and here I am,” said Babulal, who won the silver medal in the men’s 60kg category at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 here. “My mother works as a cook in a local school and my father works odd jobs and we always struggled …

Bamboo Barriers, Real Risks: What News18 Found At Unfenced Bengal-Bangladesh Border | India News

Bamboo Barriers, Real Risks: What News18 Found At Unfenced Bengal-Bangladesh Border | India News

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Last Updated:February 01, 2026, 05:21 IST News18 visited unfenced border areas in Nadia district, specifically the Ranaghat-Duttaphulia region, located a little over two hours from Kolkata Beyond the bamboo barriers lies the no-man’s land, followed by Bangladesh, making the vulnerability even more apparent. Image/News18 The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to hand over land in specific areas to the Border Security Force (BSF) by March 31 to enable the construction of fencing along the international border. West Bengal shares an approximately 2,217-km border with Bangladesh, of which more than 500 km remains unfenced. For years, there have been allegations that criminal activities and infiltration take place through these unfenced stretches. The BJP has repeatedly raised this issue, claiming that the state government is not providing land for fencing, despite it being a security necessity. To understand the ground reality, News18 visited unfenced border areas in Nadia district, specifically the Ranaghat–Duttaphulia region, located a little over two hours from Kolkata. A strong BSF presence was visible along the border. However, when News18 …

Bamboo shoots: A historical perspective in Bombay, Poona

Bamboo shoots: A historical perspective in Bombay, Poona

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At the Bombay Natural History Society’s quarterly meeting on October 4, 1887, an exhibition displayed the season’s fruits and vegetables in Bombay, featuring 175 varieties, many sourced from private gardens. The very young shoots of some species of bamboo, if boiled in water with a little salt, resembled an inferior quality of asparagus. (HT) Dr Kanhoba Ranchhoddas Kirtikar, an army surgeon and amateur botanist, presented a list of vegetables obtained from Crawford Market and briefly described the uses of several items. He highlighted a rare vegetable from the largely unfamiliar grass family: the tender shoots of bamboo (Bambusa arundinacea), known to Hindus as “vasota,” which were prized for making a pickle with sour lime juice and salt. Freed from the sheaths and hairs, they were cut up into small pieces and eaten in curries. They were also made into preserves. The very young shoots of some species of bamboo, if boiled in water with a little salt, resembled an inferior quality of asparagus. According to “The Cyclopaedia of India” by Edward Balfour, the Chinese candied …

KFRI signs MoU with Odisha Bamboo Development Agency

KFRI signs MoU with Odisha Bamboo Development Agency

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The Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) has singed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Odisha Bamboo Development Agency (OBDA). Kannan C.S. Warrier, Director, KFRI, said here on Thursday (November 27, 2025) that the MoU marks the beginning of a long-term partnership built on scientific collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a shared vision for transforming the bamboo sector. “Odisha has immense natural potential and the KFRI brings decades of specialised research and technical expertise. Together, we can create an impact far greater than what any institution could achieve alone,” he said. Under the MoU, the first area of cooperation is scientific support for species selection, propagation, and quality planting material production. The KFRI will work with the OBDA to introduce improved nursery practices, micropropagation techniques, and protocols for high-value bamboo species suited to Odisha’s diverse landscapes. Boosting livelihoods Secondly, the MoU focusses on capacity building and skill development. The KFRI will conduct training programmes for artisans, self-help groups, tribal communities, and technical staff on bamboo treatment, craft and furniture production, product design, and modern processing methods. …

Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde visits bamboo processing centre in Tripura

Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde visits bamboo processing centre in Tripura

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Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde on Tuesday visited the Bamboo Processing Centre at the Bamboo and Cane Development Institute (BCDI) in Tripura`s Agartala, reported news agency ANI. During her visit, she interacted with artisans who have undergone expert training and are now building sustainable careers through their craft. Pankaja Gopinath Munde commended the advancements in Tripura`s bamboo industry and acknowledged the challenges faced by artisans. “Bamboo has a bright future. Currently, there are many technologies available both in the country and abroad, and we will face some struggles for that. I have seen the development of the bamboo-related industry here, and despite all the challenges, we are working hard and moving forward with many projects. I hope for progress. I would like to thank everyone and wish them all the best for doing great work in the future,” Maharashtra Minister Pankaja Munde told ANI. Dr Abhinav Kant, in charge of BCDI, highlighted the institute`s ongoing efforts in promoting bamboo-based craftsmanship. He underscored the importance of specialised training programs, particularly in bamboo jewellery making. “A training program …

Resorts Go Eco-Friendly With Bamboo Cottages As Accommodation

Resorts Go Eco-Friendly With Bamboo Cottages As Accommodation

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Prayagraj: As Prayagraj gears up to welcome thousands of devotees, seers and sages for the Maha Kumbh Mela, the local resorts have decided to focus on the eco-friendly aspects by opting Bamboo Cottages for accommodations. Alarkpuri Resort is one such standout attraction which has introduced bamboo cottages crafted from Assam’s Murli bamboo, blending tradition with modern amenities. The resort’s operational manager, Aditya Singh, emphasized the importance of sustainability, urging guests to support the “Zero Waste” and “Green Kumbh” initiatives by avoiding the use of plastics. Speaking about this initiative with ANI, Aditya Singh highlighted the need to create bamboo accommodation because of the flooding issue in Prayagraj. “All the structures in Prayagraj get flooded every year and collapses. Because of this reason, we thought about building a permanent structure, so we went back to Assam for a permanent structure and saw the concept of Bamboo from Assam. Then it took six to seven months to make the structure and it was ready today,” Singh said. The Bamboo used to build the cottages was brought from …

Kung Fu Panda 4 movie review: Not the franchise’s best, but a bonus dumpling in the bamboo steamer | Hollywood

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Kung Fu Panda 4 movie review: It took eight years for the makers to come up with the fourth installment. The long haul begs the question: Is the new movie worth the wait? I’d say, just about. It’s far from the best of the franchise (that would be 1, or 2), but is nonetheless a worthy addition to the franchise, a bonus dumpling in the bamboo steamer. (Also Read – Jack Black Kung Fu Panda 4 interview: ‘We’re definitely going to do 5,6,7,8, and 9 but who knows about 10’) Kung Fu Panda 4 movie review: A worthy addiction to the franchise Kung Fu Panda 4: What’s new? Co-directed by Mike Mitchell and Stephanie Ma Stine, and co-written by Jonathan Aibel, Glenn Berger, and Darren Lemke, Kung Fu Panda 4 sets the tone for the next step in Po’s spiritual journey: Barely three parts after he gained confidence as the Dragon Warrior, he must relinquish the Staff of Wisdom to the next best successor and graduate into the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. …

Shilpa Shetty’s daughter Samisha joins her as she burns bamboo on Holika Dahan | Bollywood

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Shilpa Shetty has shared a video from her Holika Dahan ceremony at home which had her two kids Vivaan and Samisha, husband Raj Kundra and other family members also join in the celebrations. The festival celebrated a day before the festival of colours was celebrated on Monday in parts of India and will be celebrated on Tuesday in the remaining parts. Shilpa also talked about a ritual they follow on the day in order to get rid of any negativity in their lives. Also read: Shilpa Shetty serves Monday motivation with workout to Baazigar O Baazigar. Watch The video shows Shilpa in a pink ethnic suit, praying in front of the Holika with folded hands, throwing grains in it as part of a ritual and taking a parikrama around it. Her mom and Raj Kundra are also seen standing beside her. While her son Vivaan is seen in a white kurta pyjama with a blue jacket, Samisha is seen in a navy blue kurta and white pyjama. Sharing the video, Shilpa wrote, “Holika Dahan. We …