In Bihar, makhana not just a snack—it’s offered to guests, gifted during special occasions, and exchanged as a token of ...

Makhana, commonly known as foxnuts or lotus ... The seeds float for a few days before sinking to the bottom of the pond. Harvesting usually takes place between August and October, or sometimes ...

Patna: The effect of US President Donald Trump's 26% increased tariff may impact Bihar farmers, who produce 85% of the makhana (fox nuts) in the country. India exported approximately 600 tonnes of ...

Makhana are the seeds of the Euryale ferox plant, which are harvested from the bottom of ponds and dried to produce puffed, white, and crunchy nuts. They are commonly used in Indian cuisine ...