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Odia Recipe: Pratibha's Santula

Odia Recipe: Pratibha's Santula

Rediff.com4 days ago

Santula is a wholesome Odia vegetable dish, known for its subtle flavours. Unlike heavily-spiced curries, Santula relies on the natural taste of fresh vegetables enhanced only by minimal spices.

Odisha Recipe: Pratibha's Ghanta Tarkari

Odisha Recipe: Pratibha's Ghanta Tarkari

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Ghanta Tarkari is a classic Odia dish prepared using a mix of seasonal vegetables, often cooked in large batches and shared with family and neighbours.

10 Recipes Celebrating March

10 Recipes Celebrating March

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Spring calls for newly-harvested glossy vegetables and fruits, fresh flavours, light bites and colourful plates that match the cheerful mood of the season.

7 Recipes Of Must-Try Bihari Dishes

7 Recipes Of Must-Try Bihari Dishes

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Election results may be shifting the political landscape in Bihar. But the state's culinary legacy stands firm. As the new government prepares to take charge, let's look at the timeless flavours and a few recipes that define Bihar.

Ex-bus conductor, paediatrician among 45 Padma Shri 'unsung heroes'

Ex-bus conductor, paediatrician among 45 Padma Shri 'unsung heroes'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

India announces Padma Shri awards for 45 individuals, recognizing 'unsung heroes' like a former bus conductor who created the world's largest free library and a pediatrician who established Asia's first human milk bank.

Bottle gourd is safe, please eat it: Traders

Bottle gourd is safe, please eat it: Traders

Rediff.com26 Jul 2010

Vegetable traders in Bhopal are a worried lot. The recent death of a scientist in Delhi after consuming lauki (bottle gourd) juice has left residents of the Madhya Pradesh capital paranoid.

Recipe: Chef Neha's Vegetable Dhansak

Recipe: Chef Neha's Vegetable Dhansak

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Try a delightful meat-free version of this well-loved Parsi dish, that gets its dhamaka from a pungent spice paste.

8 Indian Dishes And Their Global Cousins

8 Indian Dishes And Their Global Cousins

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Across continents and cultures, people unknowingly cook similar dishes -- same idea, different ingredients or different method of preparation. Many Indian favourites have surprising global twins that nearly mirror our flavours, techniques or eating style.

How Onam Is Making Kerala's Women Prosperous

How Onam Is Making Kerala's Women Prosperous

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Kudumbashree's new initiatives like onasadya, Onam kits and gift hampers are a huge hit.

Parisa's Village Adventure: Bunnies, Fields And...

Parisa's Village Adventure: Bunnies, Fields And...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

"Do you want to see real bunnies?" Parisa gasped in surprise. "Real ones?! Yes please!" So off they went, giggling, to the pet shelter behind one of the homes.

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Lauki Jaabar

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Lauki Jaabar

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Lauki's high-water content makes it the perfect summer vegetable.

My Pet's Pix: Nifty And Her Many Moods

My Pet's Pix: Nifty And Her Many Moods

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

This diva doesn't go anywhere without her comfort blanket.

Recipe: Bethica's Andhra-Style Vegetable Curry

Recipe: Bethica's Andhra-Style Vegetable Curry

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

A piquant curry to jazz up steamed rice. Have it with papad.

Tomato prices soar to Rs 100 per kg in Delhi as rains hit supplies

Tomato prices soar to Rs 100 per kg in Delhi as rains hit supplies

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Tomato prices soared to Rs 100 per kg in retail markets of the national capital on Saturday as adverse weather conditions in various parts of the country continue to affect supplies of the essential kitchen staple. Tomatoes are available at Rs 100 per kg at Mother Dairy's retail outlets, Safal, in the national capital.

Is There A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes?

Is There A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Chandrakant Lahariya tells you how to lower your blood sugar levels and manage your diabetes.

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Delicious Food The Mughal Emperors Ate

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The range of food at banquets at the Mughal court consisted of delicacies that commoners could not ever dream of.

Recipe: Milanese Risotto

Recipe: Milanese Risotto

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Your dinner is sorted. It's exotic.

Recipe: Jayanti's Lauki Chana Dal

Recipe: Jayanti's Lauki Chana Dal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

A dish is meant for those who would like something light, healthy that goes well with parathas or rotis.

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Vada Pav

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Vada Pav

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Will you try the actor's version of the popular Mumbai street-side snack?

Recipe: Lauki Raita

Recipe: Lauki Raita

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

A creamy raita made with grated bottle gourd, hung curd and spices.

Recipe: Lauki Walnut Halwa

Recipe: Lauki Walnut Halwa

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

You can't go wrong with this recipe for a winter favourite.

Budget: Nirmalaji's Huge Rural Sector Challenge

Budget: Nirmalaji's Huge Rural Sector Challenge

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Alloting more funds for MNREGA and PM-KISAN could wipe out the entire additional money that the Centre may have for FY25.

Recipe: Gujarati-Style Turai Sabzi

Recipe: Gujarati-Style Turai Sabzi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Do try making this gourd, Gujarati-style -- it's far tastier than expected.

This is the sexiest way to burn calories!

This is the sexiest way to burn calories!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2017

Want to shed the calories you gained during the festive season? One glass of bottle gourd juice is all you need!

VIDEO: How to make delicious lauki ke kofte

VIDEO: How to make delicious lauki ke kofte

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Try this quick and easy recipe at home and let us know how the dish turned out.

4 Recipes For Wonderful Green Tomatoes

4 Recipes For Wonderful Green Tomatoes

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Green Tomato Days are here. Make the most of them.

Can You Resist These Diwali Treats?

Can You Resist These Diwali Treats?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

The celeb chefs show us fun ways to incorporate fruits and veggies into your Diwali menu.

Diwali recipe: How to make Zucchini Coconut Dumplings

Diwali recipe: How to make Zucchini Coconut Dumplings

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

You'll love its mild taste and crumbling texture, insists Shipra Dudeja.

Recipe: Neera's Yakhni Pulao

Recipe: Neera's Yakhni Pulao

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

A special, handed-down-through-the-generations recipe of Yakhni Pulao.

Recipe: Chef Ajay Chopra's Berry Pulao

Recipe: Chef Ajay Chopra's Berry Pulao

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

A sumptuous pulao waiting to be made.

Recipe: Jayanti's Doodhi Ke Gatte And Dahi Kadhi

Recipe: Jayanti's Doodhi Ke Gatte And Dahi Kadhi

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Bottle gourd is far more tasty than you realise especially when had in steamed dumplings along with Dahi Kadhi.

Sushil Modi seeks law to fix uniform age of marriage for all women

Sushil Modi seeks law to fix uniform age of marriage for all women

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Modi said different laws related to Hindus, Christians and Parsis and the Special Marriage Act 1954 has determined minimum marriage age of 18 years for a woman and 21 years for man but the Muslim Personal Law holds marriage of a girl legal after she has attained puberty.

Special Diwali recipes from India's FIRST MasterChef

Special Diwali recipes from India's FIRST MasterChef

Rediff.com24 Oct 2011

Pankaj Bhadouria, winner of Masterchef India shares with us these special Diwali recipes. Read on!

Recipe: Rava Vegetable Handvo

Recipe: Rava Vegetable Handvo

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

A traditional recipe from Gujarat, this savoury cake makes a great breakfast or an addition to a light dinner.

Recipe: How to make Lauki ke Kofte

Recipe: How to make Lauki ke Kofte

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Hitesh Harisinghani tells us how to give an interesting spin to the regular bottle gourd.

In Photos! Mouth-watering seafood thalis, bread pancakes and more

In Photos! Mouth-watering seafood thalis, bread pancakes and more

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Presenting the best of food pics we saw this week. Have you shared yours yet?

Does your child eat healthy?

Does your child eat healthy?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2006

Natural remedies for great hair

Natural remedies for great hair

Rediff.com28 Dec 2005

Recipe: How to make Doodhi Halwa

Recipe: How to make Doodhi Halwa

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

It is hard to resist this mouthwatering sweet dish.

WELLNESS GURU: Can Yoga Keep Us Cool?

WELLNESS GURU: Can Yoga Keep Us Cool?

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.