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Sel Roti: Cook Nepal’s Iconic Dish a Yummy Way (सेल रोटी )

  As Nepal is diverse culturally, foods in this country have different tastes and flavours. Yet, there are some food items that are common to all and hence unify the country. Of them, sel roti (or, simply, sel) is one. Shape-wise, sel roti is a Nepali doughnut. It is a traditional Nepali ring-shaped sweet bread that is deep-fried in oil or ghee and made with granulated rice or rice flour. This authentic Nepali sweet is loved by most Nepalis and is considered mandatory during Hindu  festivals  and ceremonies like Dashain, Tihar, Teej, weddings, bratabandhas, and others. Not only in Nepal, but sel roti is also made and enjoyed by many Nepali-speaking communities in  Sikkim ,  Darjeeling , and of late, wherever Nepalis are there .   Additionally, this delicacy is also available in many local restaurants in Nepal. And, sel roti is also sent as a gift (koseli) or as a prasad to family members and friends living away from home during any puja or ceremony or festival.  Instead of buying s
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Shree krishna janmasthami katha (Story)

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Shree Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Krishnashtami or Gokulashtami, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, who is considered the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. The story of Krishna's birth is a significant part of Hindu mythology and is often recounted on this auspicious day. Here's a brief summary of the Krishna Janmashtami katha (story):

  1. The Birth of LordKrishna :The story of Lord Krishna's birth is primarily associated with Mathura and Vrindavan. It is believed that Lord Krishna was born in Mathura to King Vasudeva and Queen Devaki. However, his divine birth was surrounded by a seriesof miraculous events.
  2. The Prophecy: The Prior to Krishna's birth, a prophecy had foretold that the eighth child of Queen Devaki and King Vasudeva would be the cause of their wicked cousin, King Kansa's, downfall. Kansa was a cruel and tyrannical ruler of Mathura.
  3. Imprisonment: Kansa imprisoned Devaki and Vasudeva because he feared the prophecy. He decided to kill each of their children as soon as they were born.
  4. Divine Intervention: When Lord Krishna was born, there were several extraordinary occurrences. The prison doors flew open miraculously, and Vasudeva, guided by divine instructions, carried the newborn Krishna across the Yamuna River to Gokul, where he would be safe with his foster parents, Nanda and Yashoda.
  5. Exchange of Babies: In Gokul, Vasudeva exchanged baby Krishna with a baby girl, who was born to Nanda and Yashoda. When he returned to the prison, he placed the girl in Devaki's arms, and her cries masked Krishna's escape.
  6. Kansa's Failed Attempts: Kansa attempted to kill the baby girl but failed as she transformed into the goddess Mahakali and warned him about the impending doom he faced. Kansa then intensified his efforts to find and kill Krishna.
  7. Krishna's Childhood Adventures: Krishna grew up in Gokul and Vrindavan, where he performed many divine acts, including defeating demons and enchanting everyone with his divine personality.
  8. Kansa's Defeat: Ultimately, Krishna returned to Mathura, defeated Kansa in a wrestling match, and liberated his parents from prison, fulfilling the prophecy.

The story of Krishna's birth and his childhood adventures are an integral part of Janmashtami celebrations. Devotees fast, sing devotional songs, and visit temples to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna, often reenacting his childhood pranks and leelas (divine plays). It is a time of joy, devotion, and spiritual reflection for millions of Hindus around the world.

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