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The Hindu
14-07-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Onattukara Vikasana Agency plans tablet form of Kerala's GI-tagged Onattukara sesame
The Onattukara Vikasana Agency (OVA), the registered owner of the geographical indication (GI)-tagged Onattukara sesame, is planning to introduce it in tablet form so that it can be used as a nutritional supplement and health food. As part of the initiative, Onattukara sesame will undergo further studies at the Jubilee Centre for Medical Research. 'Since the 18th century, Onattukara sesame has been used in Ayurvedic treatments. Later, due to its recognised medicinal properties, it began to be used in various forms. The OVA is now working to make it available in tablet form. The agency has entrusted the research centre with conducting the study and submitting a report. The entire cost will be borne by the agency,' said an official of the OVA. The study will look into whether Onattukara sesame oil causes any toxicity when used, and determine the quantity that is safe for human consumption. Dr. Dileep Vijayan, who is leading the study at Jubilee Centre for Medical Research, said that the research would first be conducted on human body cells in the laboratory, followed by three phases of testing on rats. Onattukara sesame received the GI tag in 2023. It is cultivated on around 600 hectares across 43 local bodies in the districts of Alappuzha, Kollam and Pathanamthitta. The OVA, with Agriculture Minister P. Prasad as its chairperson, plans to increase the area under sesame cultivation in the region to 2,000 hectares. Medicinal value An earlier analysis by Kerala Agricultural University revealed that the oilseeds possess enhanced medicinal value. Compared to sesame grown elsewhere, those from this region contain high levels of vitamin E and antioxidants. It also contains oleic acid, linoleic acid, palmitoleic acid and other beneficial compounds that help maintain good health. Besides the traditional Ayali variety, farmers in the region cultivate Kayamkulam-1, Thilak, Thilathara and Thilarani varieties — all developed by the Onattukara Regional Agricultural Research Station.
NDTV
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Post Shows Various Wrong Spellings Of "Bisi Bele Bath" On Restaurant Menus. Foodies React
Bisi Bele Bath is a wholesome traditional dish from Karnataka. This lentil rice has a distinctive taste and flavour derived from the use of specific spices. Bisi Bele Bath is a unique mix of tanginess and spiciness with a hint of sweetness. It is a beloved one-pot meal that is also enjoyed in other parts of the country. However, it turns out that people don't always get the spelling of this popular dish right. Recently, a post about the same grabbed many eyeballs on X (formerly Twitter) and sparked a discussion about misspelt foods in general. Also Read: Comedian's Hilarious Take On Korean Flavoured Snacks Leaves Internet In Splits A woman currently based in Hyderabad took to X to share screenshots of different variations on the name " Bisi Bele Bath" she came across on restaurant menus (as listed on a food delivery app). Based on these images, it is clear that multiple Hyderabad establishments have misspelt the dish in various ways. Their menus feature names like "Bissbila Bath," "Bisi Bela Bhath," "Bismilla Bath," "Bisi Belle Bath," "Bissi Belle Bath," "Bisibele Bhat," "Bise Bile Bath," and "Bisibillebath." In the caption, the X user wrote, "Hyderabad's way of ruining a Bangalorean's day. Breaks my heart every time I see a new spelling." Hyderabad's way of ruining a Bangalorean's day. Breaks my heart every time I see a new spelling 💔😭😭 Bisi Bele Bath anta bariyodu yeshTu kashTa? Thuu — V (@Dhichkyaaon) July 2, 2025 In the comments below the post, foodies had a lot to say about these misspellings. Some people found certain examples rather funny. Some were angry about the restaurants' mistakes. A few X users made other suggestions. Read selected reactions below: I personally hate it but this is unacceptable. Hyderabad restaurants has no clue what they've done here🤣😂, whereas here in Bengaluru we've kept exact names of other's cuisines.— Thilak (@thilak_tweetz) July 3, 2025 Bissi belle bath is spicier version of bisi bele bath.— rajesh (@RajSjshetty) July 3, 2025 Should be named as BB Bath to avoid confusion..— Madhu 🇮🇳 (@iMadhu_) July 3, 2025 taking bath with bile juice... 😂— Eristic (@motleyIND) July 2, 2025 As someone from Udupi, when I hear Udipi, MY EARS BLEED!— Anubha (@artbyahbuna) July 2, 2025 Looking at the price I am sure it's not Bisi Bele Bath..— Draco (@Joh_Times) July 3, 2025 And what's special with these which is so pricy! Are they adding some secret ingredients?— Sumanth ಸುಮಂತ್ (@sumanthchandar) July 2, 2025 Before this, a viral post about a 'misspelt' Bisleri bottle led to people sharing the funny variations they had come across. Read the complete story here.
