Composite Illustration by Samiah Bilal
Amritsar was born in Lahore. It was born inside the walled city, in a small house, in its narrow winding streets. It was the month of Assu, a month that corresponds with the months of September and October. It was a month when the monsoon rains, having unleashed their fury, had finally taken mercy and receded. The demons of the summer had been defeated, while the tyrant winter was still imprisoned. It was the time of the year of perfect harmony, when nights were balanced by the day, the heat by the cold. It was the time of the year so uncharacteristic of the extremities of Punjab that it seemed out of sync, an anomaly, to its vagaries.
Lahore and Amritsar: Two cities joined at birth are dying together
Lahore and Amritsar: Two cities joined at birth are dying together
A border drawn across the map severed centuries of bonds forged between the two cities. But memories of the past linger in the air.
Amritsar was born in Lahore. It was born inside the walled city, in a small house in its narrow and winding streets. It was the month of Assu, corresponding to the months of September and October in the Gregorian calendar. It was a month when the monsoon rains, having unleashed their fury, had finally taken mercy and receded. The demons of the summer had been defeated, while the tyrant winter was still imprisoned. It was that time of the year when there was perfect harmony, when nights were balanced by day, heat by cold. It was the time of the year so uncharacteristic of the extremities of Punjab that it seemed out of sync, an anomaly, to its vagaries.
Reader s Choice: 9 Of The Best Chhole Bhature Places In India
Reader s Choice: 9 Of The Best Chhole Bhature Places In India
Reader s Choice: We asked NDTV Food s readers for their favourite places for Chhole Bhature across India, and the responses made us drool.
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There are a number of eateries which are known for their unique recipes
These are the best outlets for Chhole Bhature our Reader s chose
The street food of India is replete with culinary marvels. The moment we mention street food, there are a few dishes that instantly pop to mind. Mumbai s Vada Pav, Varanasi s Tamatar Chaat or Kolkata s Puchka are just a few of them. Chhole Bhature is also one such widely popular and evergreen street food item which is relished across the country. Soft, fluffy Bhaturas paired with a spicy, tangy Chhole gravy and pickled onions is a dish that has a fan following all over the world. Delhi is truly the undisputed king when it comes to Chhole Bhature, and a trip to the city i
Punjab to Hire 12 Principals For Govt Colleges
The Higher Education Department (HED), Punjab is recruiting Principals for 12 posts in public sector colleges.
Six of these colleges, three for males and three for female are located in Lahore. These include Government Fatima Jinnah College for Women, Chuna Mandi, Government Degree College for Women, Manga Mandi, Government Degree College for Women, Mustafa Abad, Government College of Commerce, Allama Iqbal Town, Government College of Commerce, Kot Lakhpat, and Government College of Commerce, Baghbanpura.
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