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Dining With The Kapoors Review: Eat, Troll, Love

Dining With The Kapoors Review: Eat, Troll, Love

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Dining With The Kapoors offers a perfectly edited, heart-warming family reunion, but it stops just short of showing the messy nok-jhoks and real moments that could have made it more immersive, notes Divya Nair.

What Moving Out Of Home Really Feels Like

What Moving Out Of Home Really Feels Like

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

World Adult Day is a reminder that adulthood isn't a milestone you hit at 18 or 21, it's the everyday reality of managing life on your own, taking responsibility, making decisions and figuring things out without a parental safety net. Today, 27-year-old Krushant opens up about how living alone has taught him what 'grown-up' life is really like.

Saudi clerics to attend TMC rebel Kabir's Murshidabad 'Babri' mosque event

Saudi clerics to attend TMC rebel Kabir's Murshidabad 'Babri' mosque event

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Kabir told reporters that "nearly 3 lakh people will gather across 25 bighas near Moradighi on Saturday", adding that religious leaders from several states had confirmed their presence.

Bengaluru-born is Apple's new boss of AI

Bengaluru-born is Apple's new boss of AI

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Amar Subramanya's appointment comes as John Giannandrea, Apple's senior vice-president for machine learning and AI Strategy, prepares to step down, transitioning to an advisory role before retiring in spring 2026.

Whatever party decides: Siddaramaiah on leadership row

Whatever party decides: Siddaramaiah on leadership row

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday reiterated that he will abide by the Congress high command's decision on the leadership change issue in the state.

Nitish Kumar Prays For Victory

Nitish Kumar Prays For Victory

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

As Bihar gears up for the assembly election results on Friday, preparations are in full swing with workers making sweets to celebrate, security personnel guarding strong rooms, and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar offering prayers at the Patna Sahib gurdwara.

Vijay praises BJP-partnered Puducherry government

Vijay praises BJP-partnered Puducherry government

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Actor-politician Vijay held his first public meeting in Puducherry, criticising the central government for neglecting the union territory's demand for statehood and praising the local government's impartiality. He also targeted the DMK government in Tamil Nadu, suggesting they could learn from Puducherry.

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

How A Silk Sari Started A Fashion Revolution

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

'Women weavers are hardworking, open to learning, resilient.' 'They finish their cooking, housework, puja, then they come to weave.' 'They care about design. They care about beauty.'

Apple clinches all-time revenue record in India during September quarter

Apple clinches all-time revenue record in India during September quarter

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

iPhone maker Apple hit an all-time revenue record in India during September quarter, marking a strong growth streak in the world's second largest smartphone market where the tech titan has been deepening retail footprint and local manufacturing.

Recipes: Mangalore Clams, Bengal Prawns

Recipes: Mangalore Clams, Bengal Prawns

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Try your hand at yummy dry fry Mangaluru clams. Or attempt this delicious Bengali preparation of prawns with taro leaves.

25 killed as Goa club blaze turns weekend bash into horror

25 killed as Goa club blaze turns weekend bash into horror

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

A jampacked nightclub in North Goa turned into a death trap around midnight as a massive fire tore through it, claiming 25 lives and bringing to the fore illegalities along with the laxity of government officials in enforcing rules.

'Your Body Only Needs 4 Tsp Oil Per Day'

'Your Body Only Needs 4 Tsp Oil Per Day'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

"If you are eliminating rice, oil, nuts or any food items which give you good nutrients, it becomes very difficult to manage the other nutrients which were supposed to come from that food item," explains Dr Rajeshwari Panda.

Ashes: 'Australia must put Stokes under pressure'

Ashes: 'Australia must put Stokes under pressure'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

England's Ashes hopes rest largely on the all-round performance of talismanic captain Ben Stokes, who took 17 wickets against India in the recent home series.

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.

Fire at Mumbai's Dharavi disrupts local train services

Fire at Mumbai's Dharavi disrupts local train services

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

A fire broke out in huts near the Harbour line tracks in Mumbai's Dharavi area, leading to temporary suspension of train services. No injuries were reported.

Root Inches Close To Sachin's Test Record

Root Inches Close To Sachin's Test Record

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Joe Root looks on course not only to break Sachin Tendulkar's century record in Tests but could also overtake his record run-scoring tally.

Fearless England Seek to Rewrite 13 Years of Ashes Misery

Fearless England Seek to Rewrite 13 Years of Ashes Misery

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'But I think that the manner in which they play is part of the reason why I think they've got their best chance in 15 years of regaining the Ashes Down Under, because in 2010-11 when we went down there and won, we pushed back against Australia.'

World's 9 Best Chicken Dishes Includes Butter Chicken

World's 9 Best Chicken Dishes Includes Butter Chicken

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

TasteAtlas has unveiled its global line-up of top chicken dishes. It's no surprise that Butter Chicken is No 5.

Who's The Lady With Donald Trump Jr?

Who's The Lady With Donald Trump Jr?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

That's Bettina Anderson, who has been Don Jr's partner for over a year.

'Top order holds key to England's Ashes chances'

'Top order holds key to England's Ashes chances'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

England have not won an Ashes Test match in Australia for nearly 15 years but their batting firepower could prove decisive in the series starting in Perth next month, according to former captain Alastair Cook.

PIX: Foden double gets Manchester City back on track

PIX: Foden double gets Manchester City back on track

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Midfielder Phil Foden delivered in dramatic fashion, scoring in the first and 91st minutes, to seal Manchester City's 3-2 victory over Leeds United.

Why Cook prefers Pope over Bethell for India series

Why Cook prefers Pope over Bethell for India series

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Former England skipper Alastair Cook backed Ollie Pope to retain the No. 3 spot in the batting line-up ahead of Jacob Bethell during the upcoming five-match Test series against India.

9 Countries That Cook The Most

9 Countries That Cook The Most

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The World Cooking Index, which has 2022 figures, says folks, worldwide, prepared an average of 6.4 home-cooked meals per week, slightly, significantly down from 6.7 in 2021.

'Food Has Been A Passion For Us, Kapoors'

'Food Has Been A Passion For Us, Kapoors'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'They are most authentic when it comes to being with each over food.'

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Traditionally carved from top-quality willow, famous bat-makers, source the bulk of their willow wood from Kashmir.

'Am I Harmanpreet?' Bangla Captain Hits Out

'Am I Harmanpreet?' Bangla Captain Hits Out

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

In a row that has rocked Bangladesh women's cricket, captain Nigar Sultana Joty has denied claims that she beat junior players, responding with a fiery defence that included a dig at India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur.

'Stop playing musical chairs with batting order'

'Stop playing musical chairs with batting order'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Ramesh didn't mince words when criticising the decision to send Harshit Rana ahead of Shivam Dube, arguing that the management must respect each player's primary role.

Tere Ishk Mein Review: Raanjhanaa Redux

Tere Ishk Mein Review: Raanjhanaa Redux

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Tere Ishk Mein is a disservice to brilliant actors like Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, who have poured their heart and soul into their performances in a story that fails to honour its characters, notes Divya Nair.

12 Foods You Should Never Refrigerate

12 Foods You Should Never Refrigerate

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Dr Aarti Ullal, physician and diabetologist at the Gleneagles Hospital, explains why refrigerating certain foods can do more harm than good.

Recipe: Bethica's Makhana Millet Tikkis

Recipe: Bethica's Makhana Millet Tikkis

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Why can't tikkis be made with millets and makhana?

'Pronouncements On Paper Don't Feed Babies'

'Pronouncements On Paper Don't Feed Babies'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'These children possess catastrophically low birth weights -- often 1.4 kgs or less. Such extremely low birth weight results in profoundly compromised neo-natal immunity.' 'The escalation to 97 deaths in three months precipitated contemporary attention precisely because this magnitude concentrates the humanitarian emergency, rendering it impossible for the administrative machinery to ignore.'

First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure: Official

First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure: Official

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The first phase of the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement (BTA) is 'nearing closure' and would address the hefty 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Indian goods, in addition to resolving America's market access issues, a government official said on Monday.

The Best Airlines And Airports in 2025

The Best Airlines And Airports in 2025

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Forbes Travel Guide's second annual Verified Air Travel Awards once again spotlight the aviation stars that turn every journey into something truly remarkable.

'All I Want Is A Roof Of My Own'

'All I Want Is A Roof Of My Own'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Hardworking people who toil from dawn to dusk and beyond speak about their everyday lives and what they want from the sarkar as Bihar prepares to vote.

44 Indians now in Russian army; India seeks their release

44 Indians now in Russian army; India seeks their release

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

India has expressed concern over the increasing number of Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army and has urged Moscow to halt the recruitment of Indians into its military.

26/11 Hero Bajrang Singh's Downfall And Capture

26/11 Hero Bajrang Singh's Downfall And Capture

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

How a Legendary Commando's Downfall Began with a Simple Meal: The Tale of Bajrang Singh's Capture.

Recipe: Bijitha's Thalissery Biryani

Recipe: Bijitha's Thalissery Biryani

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Making biryani the Kerala way.

Recipe: Slow-Cooked Mushroom Soup

Recipe: Slow-Cooked Mushroom Soup

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Dried mushrooms are gently simmered for an hour with garlic, herbs in this recipe. Fresh mushrooms, wine, cream, added before serving, further elevate the soup.

De De Pyaar De 2 Review: Fun Watch

De De Pyaar De 2 Review: Fun Watch

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

It's been a while since Hindi cinema had a zany, well-written comedy, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'Poverty eradication is a continuous process. There is no full stop to it.'