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  Indian Street Food contains some of the most mouth-watering and finger-licking delicacies, with a large variety available on the go, to give you the same experience. We organised a blog writing competition on Indian Street Food. Here we present in front of you the most incredible winning pieces.  Title - Indian Street Food.  A wonderful and flavorful writeup by Poornima Sivaraman.   India has a variety of Street Foods in each State. The taste varies according to that state's tongues and needs. The doctor may say, “ Try not to eat the food from the streets, Golgappas, Chat's, and Dosas. They may not be prepared hygienically, and your health may take a toll.” Who cares? The enjoyment one gets from street food and having it with friends or relatives. “ Baad mhe jho hoga, deka jayega.” At times, it is difficult to decide which street food to enjoy and where to go. Let us look at the different states ' street food available. South Indian Street Idlis This white sof...

  Poornima Sivaraman. I am 75, a retired teacher. Now relaxing and enjoying my passion to write blogs, sing, and cook. Enjoy life as it comes. I am an Awareness Ambassador in the Spectrum Group. A storyteller. An author of a children's book.  Title - Need to Change the Mindset.  We are proud to be in the 21st Century with a lot of development taking place in many fields, Science and Technology, the Digital world, Smart blackboards in the classrooms, and in the farming sector. Many new things are happening in all three services. Many girls are more educated than before. Many girls are doing great in many fields. In the field of education, the girls are topping the list; in sports, they are shining. They are no less than the boys. But have you noticed the sad part of life? We are still lacking in the field of changing the’ Mind Set’ of some percentage of men towards girls and women. They celebrate Durga Pooja and Kalipooja, and Saraswati Pooja very lavishly. Once the Pooja ...

 Enjoy your cozy winters with these wonderful poems.  Poetry Competition Winners' Poetry: Making Your Winters Cozy! The theme of this competition was "Cozy Winters."  1st Poetry.  Title - A Winter Day.  By - Reubenna Dutta.  A warm silk blanket covers me from toe to chin, Its pink fabric brushes against my skin, Just like melting soft butter on a piece of bread. The soft cloth, comforting me, was woven in silk thread. My maid will arrive with a cup of coffee, smoking hot, I will find my warm breakfast ready in a pot. My mother would be busy in the kitchen, Maybe she would be cooking my favourite chicken. But then I will have the whole world for me, From the warmth of my house, I would flee. I would run to the fields afar, Where the blue sky meets the horizon, Under the sun's glare. My woollen cap would sway in the breeze, The chilly wind is making me freeze. But I would still stand the whole day, Till the cold tries to drive me away. While returning, the ho...

  Thought Lantern recently organized a letter-writing competition theme was to write a letter to your inner child, and once again they have nailed it. Here are some winning pieces by the winners.  1st Winner - Poornima Sivaraman A message to my inner child Dear me,                 Why do I feel at my last phase of life at 75, that I am still a child of eight years old. I love to jump and dance when I look out of my window daily in the morning, the beautiful greenery, the trees swaying in the wind, the butterflies hopping from one branch to the other with their beautiful multicoloured wings, and looking at the early birds flying all over the sky. I enjoy my cup of tea now, as I used to enjoy my Chocolate milk in my childhood years..What pleasant and good feelings to lift up my day. “ They say, as you age, you go back to your childhood years. Is this true?” The raindrops falling on my hands when I put my hands out is it not a wonderful kic...

Dr. Arwa Saifi has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Literature.  She is a Career Writer with an experience of more than 20 years and an Amazon #1 Bestselling Author. She has worked with Education Times, A supplement of India’s leading newspaper, "The Times Of India". She has also been the editor of various school and college magazines in Mumbai and has authored 12 books to date. She is the co-author of more than 50 anthologies.  She has received the "Bhartiya Sahitya Ratna Award" for Best Career Writer & Author. She has also received one of the highest honours in the field of literature - "The Rabindranath Tagore Literature Award." Acid Attacks against women have been on the rise, and to create awareness about this topic, Thought Lantern organized an article writing competition recently, and Arwa ma'am once again wowed us with her correct approach towards the topic, and the proper selection of these words added a heartfelt message for everyone...

  Priyanka Bhandarkar is a trailblazing author and poet with an eye for creative expression. As a prolific writer,  Priyanka has co-authored over 120 Anthologies and penned Ten Solo Books on poetry, each a testament to her poetic prowess. Her works are widely available on Amazon, a reflection of her dedication to sharing her art with a global audience. Priyanka’s mantra for success is simple: hard work and perseverance. She believes that there is no substitute for diligent effort and is driven to excel in her craft. Priyanka continues to push the boundaries of her creativity, inspiring countless readers and writers along the path.  INSTAGRAM---@poet_and_poems BOOK NAME----BEST OF AESOP'S FABLES AUTHOR----Priyanka Bhandarkar  Genre---Fables Language---English Publisher----Ukiyoto Publishing This book holds a special place in my heart because these stories are reimagined and form an integral part of my childhood memories, a reflection of how I came to fall in love with...

  Bhawana Sethi: Author, Educator, and Home Chef. Bhawana Sethi is a compelling literary voice who seamlessly blends her two decades of experience in education with a profound creative passion. Following a long career in Delhi, she continues to nurture young minds by teaching phonics from her apartment in Bangalore, embodying a lifelong commitment to learning and development. Literary & Creative Achievements. Children's Fiction Debut: Bhawana Sethi makes her foray into children's literature with the delightful book, The Adventures of Dabba and Jalebi: Dabba and the Disappearing Dosas . The story introduces the curious girl Jalebi and her mischievous best friend, the orange tiffin box Dabba. Poetry Collection: She has also debuted her poetry collection, Tapestry of Soulful Stanzas , a heartfelt exploration of devotion, nostalgia, love, and everyday reflections. A gifted and versatile author, Bhawana actively participates in writing community challenges while conceptualizing ...