BY ADAM JAMES POLLOCK But what if God himself can be simulated, that is to say can be reduced to signs that constitute faith? Then the whole system becomes weightless, it is no longer anything but a gigantic simulacrum – not unreal, but simulacrum, that is to say never exchanged for the real, but exchanged for itself, in an uninterrupted circuit without reference or circumference. … Continue reading On Simulation and the Metaverse
BY NICK PEARCE Kurisumala Ashram is at the heart of the Sahya Mountains, which run parallel to India’s south west coast. It is a place sanctified by the breeze which blows softly across the valleys and by the overwhelming beauty of the creation, and the mediative thoughts which arise from the depth of silence. Even today people move to the mountains in search of peace … Continue reading Kurisumala
BY VIRESH RAY Nestled amidst Nilgiri hills, Ooty, also known as Udagamandalam, is a hill station in Tamil Nadu which serves as a top-rated tourist destination. Once regarded as the summer headquarters of the East India Company, the Queen of the hills is a picturesque getaway. Dotted with tea gardens, serene waterfalls, winding country lanes, and charming colonial architecture, Ooty is the perfect respite everyone. … Continue reading Delightful Ooty
Ingredients 1 large or 2 small watermelons 250ml lemon juice (from a bottle or squeeze your own) 100g golden caster sugar 1l bottle soda water 1 lime , cut into slices small handful mint crushed ice Method STEP 1Cut the top off the watermelon and hollow it out using a large spoon, fishing out any pips along the way. Mash the flesh through a sieve into a bowl. Put the flesh in a blender (or … Continue reading Watermelon Lemonade Mocktail
CSMI STAFF WRITER When Boris Johnson signed off on a memorable India trip he sounded positive about a trade agreement: The UK and India share a deep relationship and we are working as closely as ever. I am filled with optimism about the years ahead, and the security and prosperity that our partnership can deliver for generations to come. 🇬🇧🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/ME6SW6kFWq — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) … Continue reading UK-India Trade Deal Imminent?
The mantra is: Om Shrim Maha Lakshmiyei Namaha Phonetically, you say it: Om shreem mah-hah lahk-shmee-yay nah-mah-hah It means: “Om and salutations to she who manifests every kind of abundance.” Here’s a video on how to chant the Lakshimi mantra (including pronounciation): Continue reading The Money Mantra
BY GARETH PETERSON Snakes and ladders originated as part of a family of Indian dice board games that included gyan chauper and pachisi (known in English as Ludo and Parcheesi). It made its way to England and was sold as “Snakes and Ladders”, then the basic concept was introduced in the United States as “Chutes and Ladders”. The game was popular in ancient India by … Continue reading Snakes & Ladders
BY CSMI STAFF WRITER British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce a number of commercial agreements as part of a ‘new era’ in bilateral trade and investment ties during his visit to India, news agency PTI reported the UK High Commission as saying Thursday shortly before he landed in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad. The High Commission said UK and Indian businesses would confirm 1 billion GBP in … Continue reading Boris Lands in India
Ingredients 3 tbsp sunflower oil 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds 1 red onion, finely sliced 1 red chilli, finely sliced 15g/½oz fresh ginger, finely grated 3 garlic cloves, finely grated 1 tsp garam masala ½ tsp ground turmeric 2 tsp tomato purée ½ tsp caster sugar ½ tsp flaked sea salt ½ x 400ml tin coconut milk 510g/1lb 2oz tinned banana blossom, jackfruit or artichoke hearts, well drained and sliced in half 10g/⅓oz bunch fresh coriander, leaves … Continue reading Banana Blossom Curry
BY RASHMI PATANI Goa is without doubt India’s West Coast paradise. From the glorious sands of Anjuna beach to the electric nightlife of Tito’s Road, there are many well-loved places to visit in Goa that has long been popular with holiday goers. There’s so much to experience in this special part of India that it can be hard to know where to begin. Whether you’re … Continue reading Goa’s Beautiful Beaches
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