>> welcome to "my india here go -- "my india." we give you a taste of some of india's lipsmacking delicacies t

story of the week. the northwestern state of punjab is one of the most prosperous in india. modern influences have impacted age-old traditions. an ancient martial art form has been catalyzed in this state. we will take a look at this aspect of punjabi culture. ♪ ♪ click spoon job, the northwestern state of india, has a rich culture, which the people have preserved over centuries. the age-old martial art form is an example of this vibrant culture. ♪ ♪ it is a complete martial system

that uses mental and physical skills. it exists among the six who have passed on their techniques since the sixth guru formed the schools. [speaking a foreign language] ♪ ♪ >> shrines, educational institutions, and clubs, each keep alive the ancient art form.

contests are held occasionally. the spectacular art form is performed extensively during festivals. and other religious occasions. training is provided in an area dating back to ancient times. common understanding of physical limitations and a feeling of humility. >>[speaking a foreign language]

>> in modern times, it is rarely used in combat, and has evolved into sport. the children practice daily for three to four hours. after a year of training, they compete in regional and national level competitions. the training gives them confidence and a positive attitude. >> [speaking a foreign language]

♪ ♪ >> the history of the tradition is so rich that even films and the editors are showcasing this integral part of the job culture -- and theaters are showcasing this integral part of the punjab culture. india is a country where people from different communities have been living in harmony for centuries. this week, we take you to boot

our product -- to uttar pradesh, a place which symbolizes religious tolerance and in our country. the state is known not only as a center for manufacturing furniture and trading cottonseed and sugar, but also for harmony with the people of different communities who live there. the mausoleum provides a perfect example of this culture. people come from far and near to pay all marsh- - pay homage, regardless of their religion or caste. >> [speaking a foreign language]

>> it received blessings from many saints of the sufi order. he preached love, brotherhood, and peace to mankind. >> [speaking a foreign language]

>> [speaking a foreign language] >> they believe their wishes are fulfilled i paying a visit. -- i paying a visit. >> [speaking a foreign language]

>> accepting defenses and respecting local villages is an integral part of life in india. a quick glance at news from the business world. the indian telecom sector has registered phenomenal growth. during the last few years, it has become the second largest telephone network in the world. active participation by the private sector paid an important role. with implementation of national

telecom policy in 2012, the number of connections rose exponentially. it was 893.14 million, having increased by nearly 10 million in the last year. it increased 70% as of january 2013. ♪ ♪ several steel producers in india have recorded production figures which indicated that the steel industry has gained momentum. according to a report, the steel authority of india limited has reported a 36% increase to 90 million a year between 2009 and 2012 will stop the demand for steel is growing eight percent to 10% annually.

demand for infrastructure is prompting much of the growth. the world bank sees india's economic growth rising by 2.7% in 2014. growth is projected to accelerate to 6.5% in 2014-2015. the report said the global economy would expand to 22% in 2013. online book retailing is growing rapidly. according to a survey, the $14 million online book retail

market in india is projected to grow $1.20 billion by 2013. business watch gives you more. >> this is a bookshop in one of the busiest markets in delhi. the entrepreneur is not restricted to the confines of a bookshop, but sales through the internet. she has started a website where customers can order or lend books. online rental provides monthly packages for monthly lending, and delivers books. in a way, this is joined the league of online book retailers spreading their wings in the country. >> we were seeing the internet almost as a threat, what with e- books and text available online.

a lot of readers said, we do not need to order books. we can read it off the net. we thought we should use the internet to our advantage, starting a website and catering to people who cannot physically visit. >> compared to the bookstores, the online retailing market includes advantages like potential he infinite shelf space, no real estate cost, and easy scalability. there are several benefits to customers -- quick home delivery and 24/seven availability of catalogs. >> there is no single recipe for us. this starts from a single, a sick idea of customer service. we want our customers to have a

very good customer experience. we want them, at every touch point during the journey, to have a good experience. from the time you log into the website to the time you make any payment on the website. when it ships from the warehouse, you get regular updates. once you get the item in hand, on time, that is the experience we are trying to build. >> although there are few players in the online business, many predict a promising future for the industry. online book retailing is a small part of the e-commerce industry, which is growing rapidly in india.

>> india is a nation known for its religious tolerance and acceptance of differences, and this has helped in the growth and prosperity of society. this week, we show you artisans of different faiths, working together in complete harmony in a gems manufacturing unit. jaipur, located in the northwestern part of india, is known throughout the world for its magnificent foods, monuments, and more. it is also known for a gemstone jewelry industry. it is famous for its highly stylized designs and motives, and provides an example of religious amity.

gemstone accessories are sold in booths. >> [speaking a foreign language] these century-old gemstone manufacturing units of jaipur have created their own nation in the indian market. artisans are involved in making a variety of jewelry, accessories, and gemstones. >> [speaking a foreign language]

>> there are a large number of artisans in these units, and religion has no -- has never come between good relations with them. >> [speaking a foreign language]

>> these gemstone jewelry's and accessory making process has managed to retain its individuality and versatility over time, and the reason for its success is good relationships between hindus and muslims. >> [speaking a foreign language] >> [speaking a foreign language] >> this colorful industry not only symbolizes the rich indian culture, that also presents yet

another example of harmony between the communities as a way of life in india. india's aim for achieving a high growth trajectory is possible with the use of better and innovative technology. our series focuses on the need for advanced technology in india, and how japanese technology can help in achieving this goal. let us take a look. >> a safe and efficient transportation system is one of the highlights of the airport. the credit goes to a japanese signal maker, which introduced the automated electric sky trains. the trains, equipped with rubber tires, are eco-friendly, and help passengers moved from one terminal to another. they have provided the technology for eco-friendly trains at 10 airports, including

dubai and atlanta. >> this is fully integrated. it provides connection to all the major facilities, such as the city train system, our blessing exchange, and other major facilities. it pays a very important role in connecting passengers, especially finding a flight from one terminal to another. it is important to ensure that no one misses a connect in- flight. if you look at our system on the north system as well as the south systems, we have connection. the passenger has the option to take the sky train or the moving walkways to move from one part of the terminal to another terminal, which can be across a

road. >> japan has set an example with environment friendly measures. a door-to-door parcel and delivery service has a protection campaign for ecology. it uses low pollution such as mpg vans for parcel delivery. to deliver door-to-door parcels, it uses icicles. this helps reduce carbon emissions. -- it uses bicycles. this helps reduce carbon emissions. >> [speaking a foreign-language]

>> yamato transport is providing service in singapore, malaysia, hong kong, and china. it aims to expand door to door delivery services as they have been doing in japan. >> india is a progressing nation, and there are many programs, projects, and schemes which contribute to its innermost success story. we take a look at some stories that deserve special mention.

>> authorities in uttar pradesh recently opened an all-women post office, the first in the city and the fourth in the city after delhi and mumbai. the government is taking various initiatives to power -- to empower women. it announced the setting up. the provincial government, along with the forest department, has provided homes to the poor and landless in far- flung areas. [indiscernible] integrated action plan. 70% to 80% of work in the first

phase of project has been completed. the second phase of work will start soon. in a bid to raise awareness of farming techniques and processes, the agriculture department of a northern state has started organizing in border areas. recently, a class was held in a district to disseminate information about agricultural tools, and to help farmers purchase equipment. fares are helping and solving problems related to seeds related to vegetable production. a large number of farmers swarmed the fair to learn about new technologies that would help with agriculture production and equality. the department is emphasizing

irrigation potential, maintaining soil fertility, and -- and farm mechanization. >> delightful masala premier -- panir is mostly eaten in northern india as a side dish with a main course. we look at how to make masala panir. >> masala panir. you need the following ingredients. cottage cheese, or tenure, half kilogram. sliced onions, sliced capsicum, julian ginger -- julienned

ginger, powder of whole red chilies, cloves, black and red pepper, salt to taste. chopped curry. heat a pan. pour some oil in it. add sliced onions and cumin seeds. sauté. add julienned ginger. after two minutes, add the tomato and whole spices. then add salt to taste. next, add sliced tomatoes,

followed with sliced cottage cheese. mix well, and cook further for some time. then add sliced capsicum and stir for some time. after five minutes, take this out and serve in a bowl, garnished with chopped curry and leaks. -- leeks. recipe recap. heat a pan and pour oil in it. add sliced onions and cumin seeds. add ginger. after two minutes, add tomato purée and bottle of spices. add salt to taste, and mix well.

next, add sliced tomatoes, followed with sliced cheese. mix well, and cook for some time. add sliced capsicum and stir for some time. after five minutes, take out in a serving bowl and garnish with chopped curry. you can enjoy this with indian bread. with that, we come to the end of this week's episode of "my india." i am sure you enjoy the show as much as we did ringing it to you. your comments and suggestions help make the show more interesting, so please keep writing to us. goodbye and thank you. captioned by the national captioning institute

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