The last few years have been uncharacteristically good for the Indian sugar sector for a variety of reasons. While on the one hand, the weather supported good crop production; on the other hand, the programme to blend ethanol with petrol took off in a big way. The long-pending problem of burgeoning sugarcane arrears almost came down to nil and exports boomed to record highs.
Sangita Agrawal shares a simple drink to beat the October heat.
Just the drinks you need for a weekend brunch.
Nishita Suratkal explains how amla, methi and bhringaraj can help arrest hairfall and improve overall hair health.
Add a fun, vibrant twist to your weekend with a vegetarian mezze platter.
The perfect roast chicken for a gourmet weekend.
A vegan-friendly recipe for a light but filling dinner.
If you like pickled prawns, you'll love this simple recipe.
The 32-year-old Indian eased into the quarter-finals of the Olympics men's +91kg boxing in his debut Olympic Games, defeating Jamaica's Ricardo Brown in his opening bout, in Tokyo, on Thursday.
This spicy fried fry served with crunchy curry leaves and sliced lemon is a crowd-pleaser.
Chef Varun Inamdar's recipe for Chitranna is mildly spiced, nourishing and can be eaten over a few days.
Light, creamy Tricolour Panna Cotta to begin your Independence Day celebrations.
If you have never tasted Hyderbadi Mirchi Ka Salan you have missed something in life.
This paneer in a thick, silky, yoghurt-based gravy is food blogger Sangita Agrawal's favourite dish.
In the summer, we tend to eat less and drink more. Avoid large portions of food, as they will be difficult to digest and may cause you to feel tired and lazy. Instead, have frequent and small portions of meals, which will keep them fresh and light, suggests Dr Shoaib Sangatti, emergency physician, Ruby Hall clinic, Wanowire.
A delicious way to celebrate the monsoon favourite, bhutta or sweet corn.
An interesting, colourful, snack to serve guests.
Tasty bites and snacks for those planning to binge watch Netflix over the weekend. Or on a weekday :)
International Tea Day is a good occasion to brew a special pot of chai.
You can make fruits appealing by serving them in fancy shapes, says Nutritionist Komal Jethmalani.
Koli Saaru is usually served with Mangalorean style Kori Rottis, a crispy rice roti. But it can also be had with steamed rice or rotis.
Bored of working from home? Try making these refreshing summer coolers.
Dr Rohit Mistry suggests five dental hygiene habits young mothers should start their babies/kids.
This flavour-packed dish can be cooked at home even without a shawarma machine.
Bethica Das from Sharjah shares her special recipe.
The 58-year-old cricketer-turned-politician will perform the job from his barrack only because of security reasons, a jail official said.
Don't you love going on a holiday? Bollywood stars love it too!
Raje however, said that "Gehlot's 'praises' is a big conspiracy" against her.
Perfectly crisped kale leaves is a great snack or side.
Companies plan another round of price hike to offset high input cost.
Made with inspired ingredients, these salads are delicious and filling.
The monsoon calls for a bowl of simple, nourishing, soup.
This recipe will take you back to your childhood.
Loaded with ghee, sugar and walnuts, this dessert is as sinful as it gets.
A special, handed-down-through-the-generations recipe of Yakhni Pulao.
Two great reasons you'd want to get out of bed on a lazy weekend.
Chef Ajay Thakur's yummy Jalebi Baby brings together two hard to resist summer delights -- jalebi and aamrakhand or mango shrikhand.
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