'In culture, patriotism and modernity, the dream of a developed India, you see the pulsating energy of a New India.'
Soft, bite-sized baby idlis are layered with a spiced minced meat mixture as they steam and the result is a delightful north-South fusion teatime treat.
The idea that mixing fruits with milk causes acidity, toxins or skin issues is a traditional belief and not a medically proven fact, says rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani.
Gulveer Singh, the Asian champion and national record holder, will lead the Indian contingent at the TCS World 10K Run Bengaluru, a World Athletics Gold Label race.
If there's one print that refused to stay quiet this season at Lakme Fashion Week, it was checks.
Thirteen people were killed and 22 injured after a private bus collided with a tipper and caught fire in Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, with President Murmu and PM Modi expressing condolences and announcing ex-gratia payments.
Sunil Bharti Mittal, 68, will retire as chairman of Airtel Africa in July after the conclusion of this year's annual general meeting (AGM), the board of the African arm of India's second-largest telecom service provider Bharti Airtel said in a statement to the exchanges on Wednesday.
A woman was critically injured in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, after unidentified individuals allegedly opened fire on her car following a road rage incident triggered by her son honking at their vehicle.
Bengaluru FC has appointed Spaniard Pep Munoz as their new head coach, signing him until the end of the 2026-27 season. Munoz brings experience from FC Barcelona's youth setup and a successful stint in Cambodia.
India's compound archers, led by Rajat Chauhan and Chikitha Taniparthi, dominated the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament, while the recurve team faced disappointment.
'Ego is a part of the film industry, be it Bollywood or the South Indian movies.'
Kerala Police have registered a case against social media platform X and one of its handles for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly depicting the Prime Minister and the Election Commission of India in a misleading and defamatory manner.
The Indian government addressed opposition concerns regarding the West Asia crisis in an all-party meeting, outlining its strategy for ensuring the security of the Indian diaspora, fulfilling energy needs, and maintaining diplomatic relations with key partners. The government also dismissed Pakistan's reported mediation efforts.
Saumya Tandon, who plays Rehman Dakait's wife in Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is such a diva that we're not surprised she makes even the biggest gangster turn into a pookie.
'Our government is committed to addressing it firmly while protecting the rights of genuine citizens.'
The family of a 26-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh, who was killed in a suspected missile attack in Riyadh, has demanded compensation and a government job for his widow from the local administration.
The report said ships must submit full documentation, obtain clearance codes and accept IRGC-escorted passage through a designated corridor.
CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed that he will open the batting alongside new recruit Sanju Samson this season.
In the rush to complete tax-saving investments at the end of the financial year, many taxpayers choose instruments that do not match their long-term financial goals.
Kerala Police have registered a case against X and one of its handles for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly depicting the Prime Minister and the Election Commission of India in a misleading and defamatory manner.
Akshay Kumar is set to play the main villain, a bald baddie, opposite Ajay Devgan in Rohit Shetty's upcoming comedy, Golmaal 5, using prosthetics to achieve the look.
Nearly two-thirds (63.7 per cent) said they had, at some stage, found the profession discouraging.
US President Donald Trump will travel to China in May for a rescheduled summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, following a postponement due to the war in Iran. The White House has announced the new dates and indicated a reciprocal visit to Washington DC is planned.
Iran has placed anti-personnel and anti-armour mines around the island, where US troops could potentially stage an amphibious landing.
The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch in Kashmir conducted searches at multiple locations in Srinagar and Budgam districts concerning the alleged siphoning of government funds during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Iran's national football team is training in Turkey for upcoming friendlies as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup, facing heightened attention due to geopolitical tensions.
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya responds to criticism of his investment in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after the franchise was sold for nearly USD 2 billion.
A man has been arrested in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly making an inflammatory statement offering a reward for harming those responsible for vandalising a statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar.
'Much will depend on the position of the United States.' 'It will have to be seen to what extent the US will be more interested in achieving some form of a deal and to what extent Israel will be allowed to continue to carry out both airstrikes and the killing of Iranian officials.'
A 44-year-old Nigerian national has been arrested in North Goa for possession of drugs valued at Rs 2 lakh. The accused has a prior drug-related arrest in 2017.
We cannot simply have a 60-65 per cent import dependency in LPG, the bulk of which comes from just one volatile region -- West Asia, points out R Jagannathan.
Forest authorities in Thane, Maharashtra, are investigating two incidents of monkeys being shot with arrows in the Yeoor forest and are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of the culprits.
An eight-year-old girl, missing since March 24th, was found dead inside a flour container in a rented room in Agra. Police are searching for the tenant, who is the primary suspect.
A man has been arrested in Palghar, Maharashtra, for allegedly stabbing his friend to death following an argument that occurred while they were consuming alcohol.
Gurindervir Singh set a national record in the 60m sprint at the National Indoor Athletics Championships after Animesh Kujur's disqualification.
Since the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008, only four cricketers have played a match in all 18 IPL seasons.
Security forces in Manipur have dismantled six illegal bunkers constructed by armed groups in the Ukhrul district following recent gunfights in the Litan area.
A 40-year-old domestic help was found murdered in a flat in Thane district, Maharashtra, with police investigating the case as a possible homicide.
Counter Intelligence Wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at multiple locations in the valley as part of its investigations into a transnational terror module operated by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) from Pakistan and Bangladesh.
The Iran war has brought notice to the countries that are heavily invested in US Treasury bonds. Iran considers them US allies.
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