News for '-spice'

Recipe: Supriya's Fish Pulao

Recipe: Supriya's Fish Pulao

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

A simple, one-pot dish of fragrant basmati rice, spices and fresh fish.

US tariff on Indian shrimp may go up from 8pc to 45 pc

US tariff on Indian shrimp may go up from 8pc to 45 pc

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Seafood is one of India's largest agricultural exports after basmati rice and buffalo meat.

'Unapologetically Indian' In New York

'Unapologetically Indian' In New York

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'I always cook from my heart,' says New York Chef Vijaya Kumar who won his third Michelin Star recently.

Red hot chillies spice up poll battle in Guntur

Red hot chillies spice up poll battle in Guntur

Rediff.com13 May 2024

'It is a fiercely fought battle, like our fiery chillies in Guntur.'

BFI president elections to witness four-cornered fight

BFI president elections to witness four-cornered fight

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Boxing Federation of India (BFI) chief Ajay Singh will be up against secretary general Hemanta Kalita, vice-president Rajesh Bhandari, and Kerala State Amateur Boxing Association secretary D Chandralal when the BFI holds its long-awaited elections on March 28.

SpiceJet hives off cargo & logistics biz

SpiceJet hives off cargo & logistics biz

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

SpiceJet Ltd on Monday said it has hived off its cargo and logistics business SpiceXpress into a separate entity -- SpiceXpress and Logistics Pvt Ltd, from April 1. The move results in a one-time gain of Rs 2,555.77 crore for SpiceJet, substantially reducing its negative net worth, the company said. It also paves the way for SpiceXpress to raise funds independently, SpiceJet said.

Retail inflation dips to nearly 6-year low of 3.34% in Mar

Retail inflation dips to nearly 6-year low of 3.34% in Mar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Retail inflation dipped marginally to a nearly six-year low of 3.34 per cent in March due to a decline in prices of vegetables and protein-rich items. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) based inflation was 3.61 per cent in February and 4.85 per cent in March last year.

SpiceJet flier gets stuck in loo mid-air, crew advises not to panic

SpiceJet flier gets stuck in loo mid-air, crew advises not to panic

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

SpiceJet apologised for the inconvenience caused to the passenger and will also provide a full refund. As the passenger kept waiting in the lavatory, a cabin crew slipped in a note asking the passenger not to panic and that despite trying their best, the door could not be opened.

US tariffs: India not in a hurry, to follow wait and watch approach

US tariffs: India not in a hurry, to follow wait and watch approach

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

The official said there are both challenges and opportunities for India as many of its competitor countries in exports, such as China Vietnam, Bangladesh, Cambodia and Thailand, face higher duties.

Oh My! When Kiara, Janhvi's Eyes Do The Talking

Oh My! When Kiara, Janhvi's Eyes Do The Talking

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Don't shy away from the bold graphic eyeliner!

10 Gut-Friendly Foods To Include In Your Diet

10 Gut-Friendly Foods To Include In Your Diet

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Dr Rajeshwari Panda, head of the dietetics department at Medicover Hospital, shares a list of foods that promote gut health.

Why analysts are betting on IndiGo, SpiceJet

Why analysts are betting on IndiGo, SpiceJet

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Airline stocks have been soaring following a steep decline in crude oil prices and sustained passenger traffic. Analysts have particularly turned bullish on the stocks of InterGlobe Aviation and SpiceJet. On December 20, shares of InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) hit a record high of Rs 3,009 on the BSE, having surged 43.24 per cent year-to-date (YTD).

Is Walking Good Enough Exercise?

Is Walking Good Enough Exercise?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar debunks the walking myth and suggests better ways to get fit.

Recipe: Vidhya's Banarsi Laal Mirch Achaar

Recipe: Vidhya's Banarsi Laal Mirch Achaar

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Winter ushers in fat red chillies ideal for a exceptionlly tasty pickle.

On The Beach With Samantha

On The Beach With Samantha

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Fort Kochi's charm lies in its oldness. Put on that cap, lace up your sneakers and those 10,000 steps are easy-peasy!

'I Had No Worry About Getting A Bad Name'

'I Had No Worry About Getting A Bad Name'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'I enjoyed my fiery exchanges with Akshay Kumar, who was extremely gracious and generous when the camera was not rolling. I enjoyed locking horns with him in court.'

The Pani Puri Deal That's Going Viral

The Pani Puri Deal That's Going Viral

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

The pani puri vendor is drawing attention with exclusive deals, including a lifetime unlimited pani puri offer for Rs 99,000 and a Rs 21,000 reward for anyone who can eat 151 pani puris in one sitting.

Stocks of these 4 sectors gain as Brent crude oil slips below $70/bbl

Stocks of these 4 sectors gain as Brent crude oil slips below $70/bbl

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Oil marketing companies (OMCs), paint manufacturers, tyre producers, and aviation stocks witnessed significant gains as Brent crude oil prices slipped below $70 per barrel. The price drop came after a double blow: The US imposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico, including energy imports, and OPEC+ - the group of major oil-producing nations including Russia - announced an output increase of 138,000 barrels per day, the first such hike since 2022.

Alfia, Ananya Celebrate Valentine's Day With...

Alfia, Ananya Celebrate Valentine's Day With...

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

It's all about hearts, in more ways than one, this Valentine's Day!

Trump's tariffs: How will these sectors in India be impacted?

Trump's tariffs: How will these sectors in India be impacted?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Goods from sectors, including agriculture, precious stones, chemicals, pharma, medical devices, electricals, and machinery may get impacted if the US will go ahead with imposing reciprocal tariffs on Indian products, according to experts. They said that these sectors could face additional customs duties from the Trump administration because of the high tariff differential or gap, which is the difference between the import duties imposed by the US and India on a product.

India gets ready to face possible fallout of US tariffs

India gets ready to face possible fallout of US tariffs

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The commerce ministry is working on different scenarios to assess the possible fallout of reciprocal tariffs to be imposed by the US administration on April 2 on its key trading partners including India, sources said. US President Donald Trump has said that April 2 will be 'Liberation Day' as he plans to announce tariffs or import duties to bring down America's trade deficit, and promote the country's manufacturing.

Mayur's Masaledaar Dhaniya Chicken

Mayur's Masaledaar Dhaniya Chicken

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

A zesty, fragrant chicken curry for a lovely Sunday lunch.

Indians Were At X'mas WWI Truce!

Indians Were At X'mas WWI Truce!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The German and British sides, along with the Indian soldiers, met at halfway points, on no man's land and gave the Indian soldiers sweets and Christmas trees and they offered biscuits and cognac in return.

Recipe: Meera's Horse Gram Rasam

Recipe: Meera's Horse Gram Rasam

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Winters call for a heartening rasam made from this healthy legume.

UPI Hits Record High In March

UPI Hits Record High In March

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

UPI topped Rs 24 trillion in value of transactions and 19 billion in volume for the first time after becoming operational in April 2016.

Shark Tank's Vineeta Singh Is A Bold Power Dresser

Shark Tank's Vineeta Singh Is A Bold Power Dresser

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

Vineeta Singh is making boss babe moves both in business and fashion.

'I am still better than the young chess stars'

'I am still better than the young chess stars'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Magnus Carlsen feels he's still better than the young generation of chess players, but the Norwegian great is ruling out a comeback at the classical world championship.

With Paytm deal, Zomato spices up growth menu

With Paytm deal, Zomato spices up growth menu

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Food delivery platform Zomato has laid the foundation for its third vertical of growth by agreeing to acquire Paytm's entertainment and ticketing business, said analysts on Thursday (August 22). Zomato, which also runs a quick commerce business called Blinkit, will strengthen its 'going out' offering but the acquisition may take time to yield results, they said. "Paytm's entertainment and ticketing arm will be part of Zomato's District app, which is due to be launched in the coming weeks.

Onion, tomato and potato production may be higher in FY26

Onion, tomato and potato production may be higher in FY26

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

India's onion production is expected to rise by 19 per cent to 288.77 lakh tonne in the ongoing crop year ending June 2025, according to the agriculture ministry's latest estimate.

Election drama! BFI snubs former sports minister Anurag Thakur

Election drama! BFI snubs former sports minister Anurag Thakur

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has rejected former Sports Minister Anurag Thakur's nomination for the upcoming elections, citing his ineligibility.

Crude prices at 6-month low levels fuel stocks of OMCs

Crude prices at 6-month low levels fuel stocks of OMCs

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Shares of Oil marketing companies (OMCs) extended their gains for the fourth consecutive session on Thursday after crude oil prices plunged to six-month lows in the international markets, which boosted investor sentiments. Traders said the OMC stocks gained with crude oil prices hovering below $70 per barrel after OPEC-plus decision to increase output from April, a move which is expected to favour Indian refiners with added marketing margins on retail fuel.

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has once again found himself at the center of a controversy, this time for his comments about Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra has been a controversial figure for years, with his comedy often targeting politicians and other public figures. This latest incident has led to a backlash from Shinde's supporters, who have vandalized the venue of Kamra's show. Kamra has a history of making controversial remarks, including heckling a TV anchor on a flight and making comments about the judiciary.

Tamannaah, Bhumi Absolutely Love...

Tamannaah, Bhumi Absolutely Love...

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Whether you prefer a classic look or a modern twist, there's cross shaped jewellery that's apt for you.

'Salman Will Add His Naughtiness'

'Salman Will Add His Naughtiness'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'I go to Salmanbhai every day before the shoot.' 'I write straight scenes, simple scenes. He will read them and add a little bit of spice.'

Breather for SpiceJet; DGCA removes it from enhanced surveillance regime

Breather for SpiceJet; DGCA removes it from enhanced surveillance regime

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Aviation watchdog DGCA has taken off SpiceJet from its enhanced surveillance regime, a senior official said on Tuesday. The airline, which has been facing multiple headwinds, was placed under enhanced surveillance recently. The senior DGCA official said that in view of the observations made in the past concerning inadequate maintenance and in view of the incidents during the monsoon season last year, SpiceJet was placed under enhanced surveillance.

Double play run-outs: BBL eyes radical rule changes

Double play run-outs: BBL eyes radical rule changes

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

One of the proposed changes is the 'double-play run-out' rule, which would allow fielding teams to dismiss two batters in a single delivery if both are out of their crease and the bails are removed at both ends.

Akhilesh slams UP govt over traffic chaos, filth at Maha Kumbh

Akhilesh slams UP govt over traffic chaos, filth at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday criticized the Uttar Pradesh government over the severe traffic congestion in Prayagraj, claiming it has led to a shortage of essential commodities and inconvenienced devotees visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela. He also posted a video on X with people sharing their experiences and pointing out at the chaos. Yadav alleged that the officials are giving orders sitting in their rooms but are not coming down to the ground and that residents of Prayagraj have got nothing except filth, traffic jams and price rise.

Regulators slap Rs 2.70-cr fine on Mumbai airport, IndiGo, AI and SpiceJet

Regulators slap Rs 2.70-cr fine on Mumbai airport, IndiGo, AI and SpiceJet

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Aviation security regulator BCAS on Wednesday slapped fines totalling Rs 1.80 crore on IndiGo and Mumbai airport operator MIAL over the incident of passengers having food on the airport's apron. The apron is the area around the aircraft where it has finally parked for deboarding.

Tribunal orders liquidation of Go First

Tribunal orders liquidation of Go First

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on Monday ordered the liquidation of Go First, the budget carrier that stopped flying nearly three years ago after being bogged down by financial woes. In May 2023, the airline filed for a voluntary insolvency resolution process citing financial woes. The tribunal, in a 15-page order, said it is ordering the liquidation of the corporate debtor Go Airlines (India) Ltd.

Tribunal questions maintainability of insolvency plea filed against SpiceJet

Tribunal questions maintainability of insolvency plea filed against SpiceJet

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on Tuesday questioned the maintainability of the insolvency plea filed against air carrier SpiceJet by one of its operational creditors Willis Lease Finance Corporation. A two-member NCLT bench comprising Members Mahendra Khandelwal and Rahul Prasad Bhatnagar observed that Willis Lease Finance Corporation has withdrawn its insolvency plea for the same dispute in March 2023 and has approached again with a new plea. The bench wanted to know as Willis Lease Finance Corporation, an aircraft lessor, had filed again for a similar cause of action within a few months.