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No Onion! No Garlic! 10 Recipes For Sawan

No Onion! No Garlic! 10 Recipes For Sawan

Rediff.com3 days ago

With Sawan just around the corner, many households are planning meals without onion and garlic. If you're looking to refresh your festive menu, we've got you covered.

The Director Sanjeev Kapoor Wants For His Biopic

The Director Sanjeev Kapoor Wants For His Biopic

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Sanjeev Kapoor, known for popularising Indian cuisine globally, has revealed that he will only allow his friend and acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta to direct his much-anticipated biopic.

Infection risk looms large as CJP protesters fall ill

Infection risk looms large as CJP protesters fall ill

Rediff.com6 days ago

Protesters at Jantar Mantar are facing significant health challenges due to scorching heat, high humidity, and overcrowding, leading to widespread viral infections, dehydration, and injuries. Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical care amidst these difficult conditions.

Assam Flood Leaves Village Buried in Mud

Assam Flood Leaves Village Buried in Mud

Rediff.com2 days ago

A single night of deadly floods wiped out an entire village in Assam, leaving families without homes, cattle or hope.

Lok Sabha to take up anti-paper leak bill today

Lok Sabha to take up anti-paper leak bill today

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian Parliament is scheduled for a significant legislative day, with the Lok Sabha set to consider and pass the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. Concurrently, the Rajya Sabha will introduce the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and pass the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, highlighting a busy agenda for both houses.

Restaurants, Multiplexes Eye World Cup Final Windfall

Restaurants, Multiplexes Eye World Cup Final Windfall

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Businesses across sectors are positioning themselves to capitalise on the expected surge in demand.

'Diabetes Is Not A Disease, It Is Only A Disorder. So, Don't Panic'

'Diabetes Is Not A Disease, It Is Only A Disorder. So, Don't Panic'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'Control your A, B, C and D.' 'A is A1C, keep your A1C below 7 per cent.' 'B is blood pressure, so keep your blood pressure at 130/ 80 or at least below 140/ 90.' 'C is cholesterol. The bad cholesterol is the LDL cholesterol, and it should be kept below 100, preferably below 70 or 50.' 'D is discipline like diet, exercise, sleep, no smoking, etc.' 'People with diabetes who follow A, B, C and D can live up to even 100 years of age without any complications.'

Monsoon Recipe: Citrus Basil Smash

Monsoon Recipe: Citrus Basil Smash

Rediff.com7 days ago

A garden-fresh punch, with a lovely kick, it contains cucumber, lime juice and a generous quantity of basil.

'Rats, flies': FDA suspends licence of Mumbai's iconic Rustom ice cream over hygiene

'Rats, flies': FDA suspends licence of Mumbai's iconic Rustom ice cream over hygiene

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Maharashtra FDA has suspended the license of Mumbai's renowned 'Rustom' ice cream outlet due to serious food safety and hygiene violations, including live rats, houseflies, and expired food items.

Meet The Chef Who Swapped Spices For Bowls At The Commonwealth Games

Meet The Chef Who Swapped Spices For Bowls At The Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mohammed Ayub Qureshi, a 67-year-old Pakistani chef from Glasgow, represented his country in lawn bowls at the Commonwealth Games, showcasing a unique blend of his culinary passion and sporting dedication. Known as "Chico" in the bowls community and running the popular Alishan Tandoori, Qureshi's story highlights the spirit of the Games and the diverse backgrounds of its athletes.

7 Diet, Exercise Tips From World Cup Stars

7 Diet, Exercise Tips From World Cup Stars

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

Peak performances in football begin years before kick-off. From Kylian Mbapp, Lionel Messi to Erling Haaland, the sport's biggest names follow ultra-disciplined routines to stay fit throughout the season.

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Bangkok is a fast, 24-hour megapolis, full of joie de vivre and buoyance that you will be instantly smitten, like I was.

Christopher Nolan's Odyssey Is 'Gimmicky', 'Abysmal'

Christopher Nolan's Odyssey Is 'Gimmicky', 'Abysmal'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'None of the characters has convincing motivation for their actions or words. There are no sex scenes, and all the food looks horrible.'

Bihar Recipe: Reenuka's Kala Chana Guguni

Bihar Recipe: Reenuka's Kala Chana Guguni

Rediff.com3 days ago

Kala Chana Guguni is a Bihar staple. It surfaces at family gatherings or festive celebrations. And is usually whipped up when guests come visiting and homes are filled with laughter and stories.

Government To Expand Digital Food Subsidy Programme

Government To Expand Digital Food Subsidy Programme

Rediff.com3 May 2026

The government plans to expand its central bank digital currency (CBDC)-based food subsidy programme to Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu by June, following its implementation on a pilot basis in Gujarat and Puducherry, official sources said.

Shweta Tiwari, Shalini Passi, Mallika Sherawat Join The Traitors 2

Shweta Tiwari, Shalini Passi, Mallika Sherawat Join The Traitors 2

Rediff.com3 hours ago

'I have seen many a traitor. I can identify them very easily.'

Bhumi Pednekkar: 'Assam Really Needs Our Support'

Bhumi Pednekkar: 'Assam Really Needs Our Support'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Entire villages have been washed away, animals have been washed away. Whatever they had, everything is finished.'

Six 5-Minute Healthy Meals

Six 5-Minute Healthy Meals

Rediff.com2 days ago

Who says wholesome eating has to be complicated?

Rats, flies found: FDA shuts Mumbai's iconic K Rustom ice cream parlour

Rats, flies found: FDA shuts Mumbai's iconic K Rustom ice cream parlour

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has suspended the licence of Mumbai's renowned K Rustom ice cream parlour due to severe hygiene and food safety violations. An inspection revealed live rats and flies, expired flavouring agents, and ice cream with insufficient milk fat, leading to the parlour's closure under the 'Safe Food, Safe Maharashtra' campaign.

Gujarat on high alert as extremely heavy rainfall likely in 2 days

Gujarat on high alert as extremely heavy rainfall likely in 2 days

Rediff.com18 hours ago

The administration has been put on high alert following the India meteorological department's (IMD) forecast of extremely heavy rainfall across several districts of Gujarat in the next two days.

Fitch projects 9% revenue growth for Indian corporates in FY27, maintaining stable credit metrics

Fitch projects 9% revenue growth for Indian corporates in FY27, maintaining stable credit metrics

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fitch Ratings forecasts a 9 per cent aggregate revenue increase for rated Indian corporates in the current fiscal year (FY27), a stronger outlook compared to the 5 per cent estimated for FY26, which is expected to keep credit metrics stable despite potential global and domestic challenges.

Monsoon's Must Try Recipe: Mayur's Ema Datshi

Monsoon's Must Try Recipe: Mayur's Ema Datshi

Rediff.com2 days ago

An easy, cheesy recipe you must try this monsoon.

Bengaluru hotels warn of Swiggy boycott from Aug 15 over payment dispute

Bengaluru hotels warn of Swiggy boycott from Aug 15 over payment dispute

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Bangalore Hotels Association (BHA) on Wednesday warned that hotels affiliated to it and other hospitality bodies in the city would suspend business with online food delivery platform Swiggy from August 15 if the company failed to resolve longstanding issues relating to payment transparency, unauthorised deductions and advertising charges.

Recipe: Lemon Rice

Recipe: Lemon Rice

Rediff.com3 days ago

Whip up this light Ugadi meal without much ado.

My Dear Friend Garry Sobers

My Dear Friend Garry Sobers

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sir Garfield Sobers, who passed into the ages on July 17, would have turned 90 today, July 28. Former Pakistan captain Intikhab Alam remembers a dear friend who he believes was 'undoubtedly the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen.'

Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation: First Crack In Modi's Fortress?

Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation: First Crack In Modi's Fortress?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is significant because it punctures, however slightly, the perception that the Modi government never retreats under pressure. Every long-serving government eventually reaches a point where every institutional failure is identified with the leader himself. Removing the minister may have prevented that political burden from falling directly on Modi. Whether it also resolves the underlying crisis is another matter, notes Ramesh Menon.

FSSAI issues notice to alcohol makers over misleading age claims, unauthorised flavours

FSSAI issues notice to alcohol makers over misleading age claims, unauthorised flavours

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

India's food safety regulator, FSSAI, has issued a notice to alcoholic beverage manufacturers for violating regulations concerning the unauthorised use of added flavours and misleading age-related claims, demanding compliance and explanations.

Recipe: Manisha's Akkhya Masoor Khichdi

Recipe: Manisha's Akkhya Masoor Khichdi

Rediff.com3 days ago

This rustic khichdi is the epitome of ghar ka khanna. Whole masoor dal is cooked with rice, spices and coconut milk and served with a generous blob of ghee.

'Won't leave Jantar Mantar until...': CJP protest continues

'Won't leave Jantar Mantar until...': CJP protest continues

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party has significantly escalated its sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.

Retail Inflation Rises to 4.38% in June, Exceeds RBI's 4% Median Target

Retail Inflation Rises to 4.38% in June, Exceeds RBI's 4% Median Target

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

India's retail inflation rose to 4.38 per cent in June, driven primarily by costlier food items, pushing it above the Reserve Bank of India's median target of 4 per cent for the first time under the new series.

India sees 4-fold surge in high-income earners over five years

India sees 4-fold surge in high-income earners over five years

Rediff.com3 days ago

The number of individuals reporting a gross total income of 100 crore or more in their income tax returns has quadrupled to 576 in Assessment Year 2025-26, up from 142 in AY 2021-22, according to data shared in Parliament.

AI surveillance, CCTV coverage: Kanwar Yatra goes hi-tech

AI surveillance, CCTV coverage: Kanwar Yatra goes hi-tech

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh authorities have implemented extensive security and logistical measures for the annual Kanwar Yatra, which began on Thursday and concludes on August 11. These include AI-enabled surveillance, additional security personnel, medical camps, dedicated control rooms, and traffic diversions, all aimed at ensuring a "zero incidents and zero accidents" pilgrimage for lakhs of devotees.

What People Munch On At Half-Time

What People Munch On At Half-Time

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

What do we eat when we watch football?

Students still throng Jantar Mantar protest site to click selfies

Students still throng Jantar Mantar protest site to click selfies

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two days after a 36-day student agitation concluded at Jantar Mantar, the iconic protest site in New Delhi is already witnessing new demonstrations, including calls for Gorkhaland and women's reservation, alongside curious visitors documenting the aftermath.

Domestic travel momentum drives Indian Hotels' robust Q1 performance

Domestic travel momentum drives Indian Hotels' robust Q1 performance

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) reported a healthy 14.6 per cent consolidated revenue growth in Q1 FY27, largely driven by a robust 17.6 per cent increase in domestic operations, offsetting geopolitical disruptions. Brokerages anticipate sustained growth, with Motilal Oswal Research projecting 12-14 per cent growth in FY27, supported by strong leisure demand and an asset-light expansion pipeline.

576 Indians Report Rs 100 Crore Income

576 Indians Report Rs 100 Crore Income

Rediff.com3 days ago

The number of individuals who declared a gross income of Rs 100 crore or more in their income-tax returns had risen to 301 in 2022-23, moderated slightly to 284 in 2023-24, then climbed to 415 in 2024-25.

CJP volunteer says family detained, harassed in UP

CJP volunteer says family detained, harassed in UP

Rediff.com6 days ago

Mohammad Junaid, a volunteer at a protest against alleged paper leaks in Delhi, claims that Uttar Pradesh Police detained his family members in Ghaziabad and harassed relatives in Meerut due to his involvement. Police in Meerut deny the allegations, while Ghaziabad police have not commented.

How CJI's cockroach remark led to youth movement that claimed a minister

How CJI's cockroach remark led to youth movement that claimed a minister

Rediff.com5 days ago

A derogatory 'cockroach' remark by Chief Justice Surya Kant during a Supreme Court hearing inadvertently sparked a nationwide student movement, transforming an insult into a powerful symbol of protest that led to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.

8 Of The Most Expensive Foods On The Planet

8 Of The Most Expensive Foods On The Planet

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

Saffron, primarily grown in India, in Kashmir, ranks among the expensive culinary items globally, valued higher per ounce than even gold. Let's look at a few of the costlier gourmet foods as per a report by BBC...

Train stopped for samosas? Railways clarifies

Train stopped for samosas? Railways clarifies

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Western Railway has debunked a viral video claiming a loco pilot stopped a train near Indore to buy samosas, clarifying that it was a freight train on an authorised operational halt due to engineering work, and the person buying food was a standby assistant loco pilot.