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Best places to visit in November 2018 in India (Part 2)SHAHI TUKRA (INDIAN BREAD PUDDING)

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India, Indonesia launch their maiden naval exercise.GSAT-29 launch successfully, ISRO takes another step closer to country’s first manned mission.IIT Kharagpur's research to boost LPG distribution.38th India International trade fair begins in New Delhi.IIT-Madras develops portable cold storage device.

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Embassy of IndiaJakarta

12 - 18 November 2018

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The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully launched its latest communication satellite

GSAT-29, which was put in its orbit by India’s heavy-lift rocket Geosynchronous Satellite Launch

Vehicle (GSLV-Mk III). The GSLV Mk III is the designated rocket for India’s first human spaceflight

proposed for 2022. This launch was a key test to the GSLV Mk III as it carried the GSAT-29 weighing

3,423 kg and placed it into Geo Transfer Orbit (GTO) just over 16 minutes into its flight. The GSLV

Mk III has so far undergone one experimental and one developmental flight and this flight was the

second developmental flight for the rocket. GSLV-Mk III -- which is three-stage vehicle with two

solid motor strap-ons, a liquid propellant core stage and a cryogenic stage -- is capable of launching 4

ton class of satellite to Geosynchronous Transfer orbit (GTO). GSAT-29 carries Ka/Ku-band high

throughput communication transponders which will bridge the digital divide of users in remote

places of India, including those in Jammu and Kashmir and North Eastern regions. The ISRO-make

also carries Q/V-band payload, configured for technology demonstration at higher frequency bands

and Geo-stationary High Resolution Camera.

Source - The Indian Express and India Today

GSAT-29 LAUNCH SUCCESSFULLY, ISRO TAKES ANOTHER STEP CLOSER TO COUNTRY’S FIRST MANNED MISSION

INDIA, INDONESIA LAUNCH THEIR MAIDEN NAVAL EXERCISEThe first bilateral naval exercise named “Samudra Shakti” between the Indian and the Indonesian

Navies was inaugurated on 13 November in Surabaya, Indonesia giving further momentum to

bilateral strategic partnership. These bilateral naval exercises were conducted in Java Sea until 18

November. The commencement of this bilateral naval exercise marks a significant forward step in

the operational engagement between the two navies following the Ind-Indo Corpat which have

been ongoing since 2002. INS Rana (a destroyer class vessel) commanded by Capt Arun Deswal,

participated from the Indian Navy and from the Indonesian Navy the units participated was

included KRI Sultan Iskandar Muda and Maritime Patrol Aircrafts.

The exercise was held in two phases: the harbour phase and followed by the sea phase. During

the harbour phase there were course deck visits, and discussions between experts in areas of

mutual interest including communication inter-operability. During the sea phase, the ships

conducted various activities pertaining to maritime safety and security, including Search and

Rescue as well as procedures of investigating and engaging various types of hostile platforms at

sea.

Source - The Economic Times


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IIT KHARAGPUR'S RESEARCH TO BOOST LPG DISTRIBUTIONIIT Kharagpur researchers have devised a decision support system to help maximise the LPG

connections in BPL (below poverty line) households. It is a first of its kind for analysis of a

national level energy policy. "A team of researchers, led by Manoj Kumar Tiwari of the

Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, has devised a decision support

system focusing on the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana for maximising the number of LPG

connections, particularly in BPL households. A decision support system (DSS) is a computer

programme that helps in making sound rational decisions using mathematical programming and

operation research techniques. "The DSS for such policies can provide us the exact values of

important parameters over the prescribed policy time period, which in turn will help us to take

important measures to ascertain the proper functioning (monitoring) of the policy towards the

desired goal. PMUY, launched in May 2016, aimed to provide five crore LPG connections by 2019

to BPL families with the support of Rs 1,600 to each family. The government has recently revised

the target to eight crore LPG connections by 2020.

Source - Business Standard

38TH INDIA INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR BEGINS IN NEW DELHIThe 38th edition of India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2018 was inaugurated by the Minister of

State for Commerce & Industry, C.R. Chaudharyat Pragati Maidan. The flagship event of India Trade

Promotion Organization (ITPO) held from 14th to 27thNovember 2018. The partner country is the

Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the focus country is the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal.

The focus state is Jharkhand. Around 800 participants from States, government departments,

domestic and international companies are taking part with considerable participation of rural

artisans, craftsmen and SME entrepreneurs. The Fair has registered foreign participation from

Afghanistan, China, Hong Kong, Kyrgyzstan, Iran, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, South Africa,

South Korea, Thailand, Turkey, Tunisia, Vietnam and UAE.

Source - The Financial Express



IIT-MADRAS DEVELOPS PORTABLE COLD STORAGE DEVICEThe Indian Institute of Technology-Madras has developed a portable solar-powered cold storage

device with a 500 kg capacity for storing vegetables, and fruits, among other items. The device will

help farmers store their produce for sufficient time so that it does not get spoilt before it is sold,

thereby preventing wastage of agricultural produce. The first unit of the device, which provides

storage facility with temperature ranging between four and 10 degree celsius, was deployed at a

farm in Madurantakam in Kancheepuram district, around 80 km from Chennai, recently.

Vegetables, leaves, flowers and fruits can be stored for 24 hours in the device. Each device would be

enough for 5 or 6 acres of land or for a group of three to four farmers,” Each unit would cost between

Rs 5.5 to Rs 6 lakh and storage capacity could be scaled down based on requirement.

Source - Business Line

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MISSION'S ACTIVITIES



First bilateral naval exercise “Samudra Shakti” between Indian and Indonesian Navy

was inaugurated in Surabaya on 13 November 2018. INS Rana participated from

Indian Navy and KRI Sultan Iskandar Muda & Maritime Patrol Aircrafts participated

from Indonesian Navy.

Indian participation at 51st Charity Bazaar of Women's International Club (WIC) in

Jakarta on 14-15 November 2018.

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Ingredients :

1 quart oil for deep frying

8 slices white bread, crusts

removed and cut into 4 squares

1/4 cup cashews

1/4 cup sliced almonds

2 tablespoons pistachio nuts

1 1/4 cups whole milk

5 tablespoons evaporated milk

3/4 cup white sugar

1 teaspoon ground cardamom

1 pinch saffron

SHAHI TUKRA (INDIAN BREAD PUDDING)FLAVOR'S OF INDIA

How to make: Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry the bread slices in the hot oil until deep, golden brown; drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Fry the cashews, almonds, and pistachio nuts in the hot oil until golden brown; remove from oil and set aside to cool. Chop roughly.Bring the milk to a gentle boil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-low heat; continue boiling until the volume of milk reduces by about half. Pour the evaporated milk into the pan and add the sugar, cardamom, and saffron; simmer together 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.Arrange the fried bread pieces in a shallow dish large enough to allow them to be laid in a single layer. Evenly pour the milk mixture over the bread. Scatter the chopped nuts over the bread. Chill in refrigerator until completely cold, 1 to 2 hours. Source: allrecipes



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\ BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN NOVEMBER 2018

IN INDIA (PART 2)

5. Kutch, Gujarat – Lose yourself in “Khushbu Gujarat ki” in Rann Utsav

6. Ganpatipule, Maharashtra – Relax on the beachside

Among the finest places to visit in winter in India, the desert-scape of Kutch opens a wide window for photo ops,

as the bright colors of Gujarat come popping. The Rann Utsav (a festival that lasts for 2 to 3 months from Nov to

Feb) is where khushbu Gujarat ki (aroma of Gujarat) is most captivating. This is the time when you have a

chance to witness the essence of Gujarat. Right from the white desert in the full moon, historical marvels to

shopping for handicrafts, this event is nothing less than a much-awaited extravaganza.

There are many activities that one can choose to indulge in during the Rann Utsav, like paramotoring,

meditation, rifle shooting, stargazing, jungle safari, bird watching, and sightseeing, along with others.

As soon as monsoon gets going from the exit

door, Ganpatipule evolves into that

paradisiacal tropical getaway and that’s why

we have it on the list of places to visit in

November in India. Nestled in the beloved

Konkan region of Maharashtra, Ganpatipule is

praised for its gold-sand beaches, spiritual

legends and culture.

Hindu folklore says Lord Ganpati moved to

this place from his erstwhile adobe, Gule.

Pilgrims come from different regions to seek

blessings from 400-year-old Ganpati idol

placed at the foot of a hillock.



DISCLAIMER: The Embassy of India, Jakarta, has acquired information from the various sources indicated in the newsletter. Though due diligence has been performed, the Embassy

is not responsible for correctness and accuracy of reports.

Embassy of India

Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. S-1

Kuningan, Jakarta 12950

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7. Tarkarli, Maharashtra – It’s time for the beaches

About 550 km from Mumbai and 8 km

south of Malvan, lies a quaint beach

village called Tarkarli. A fast growing

tourist destination, Tarkarli attracts

thousands of national and international

tourists in November for its extremely

comfortable climate. Blessed with

serene beaches, gorgeous backwaters,

and beautiful blue waters.

If you are dying to jump into the salty

and cool waters of the Arabian Sea,

November is the right time to pack

your bags for a happening weekend

with friends. You can also sail on

houseboats on the emerald green

waters of Karli Beach.

8. Bundi, Rajasthan – Experience the charm of Bundi Utsav

Aravali Hills and shimmery lakes

accentuate the charm of Bundi, a

little-touristy hideout in Rajasthan,

decorated with the architecture of

the bygone era. In November-

December, the city hosts the

popular Bundi Festival (fair

organized by Rajasthan State

Tourism Department) that well-

exhibits Rajasthan’s grandeur and

craftsmanship. It is one of India’s

best tourist destinations in

november.

Source : traveltriangle

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