News for 'Banana'

Stop 'banana republic' like attacks, Tata to govt

Stop 'banana republic' like attacks, Tata to govt

Rediff.com27 Nov 2010

Tata Sons Chairman Ratan Tata on Friday said the government must stop the 'banana republic kind of attacks', as the real 2G scam was becoming hidden behind a smokescreen.

Mufti calls India a 'banana republic' on Afzal issue

Mufti calls India a 'banana republic' on Afzal issue

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

People's Democratic Party patron Mufti Muhammad Sayeed on Monday called India a "banana republic" over Afzal Guru's family not being allowed to meet the Parliament attack convict before he was hanged, a day after Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said this was a "tragedy".

Why Australia can't afford to take Bangladesh lightly

Why Australia can't afford to take Bangladesh lightly

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

2021 World T20 champions Australia will be mindful of the dangers of taking Bangladesh lightly.

Drogba points out some home truths to banana-waving fan

Drogba points out some home truths to banana-waving fan

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Galatasaray striker Didier Drogba hit back at a Fenerbahce fan who waved a banana towards him and team mate Emmanuel Eboue during the weekend's league encounter by highlighting some home truths about racism.

6 Lessons From Vinesh's Olympic Journey

6 Lessons From Vinesh's Olympic Journey

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Vinesh Phogat is a reminder that true champions are not just defined by their medals but by their character and their impact on society.

'I Pray For That Unknown Woman Who Cooked Pothichoru'

'I Pray For That Unknown Woman Who Cooked Pothichoru'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'A campaign that goes beyond caste, creed and religion.' 'This is a campaign that aims to end hunger in society'

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

10 Must-Eat Delights of Durga Pujo

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

An encyclopedia to the best Durga Pujo eating.

'I Walk 7 Km Daily. I Am Not Losing Weight. Pls Help'

'I Walk 7 Km Daily. I Am Not Losing Weight. Pls Help'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani offers advice on how to alter your lifestyle so that you can stay healthy.

India is no Banana Republic, Mr Vadra: BJP

India is no Banana Republic, Mr Vadra: BJP

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday attacked Robert Vadra saying his "inappropriate" behaviour towards a journalist was a result of frustration and he must realise that the country is no longer ruled by the Gandhi family, even as the Congress downplayed the incident.

'BJP Doesn't Own The Country'

'BJP Doesn't Own The Country'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'My mother feels it will be tough and emotional for her to enter an assembly which has essentially been reduced to a municipality now.' 'My opinion is that even if it is a municipality one cannot cede that space to the BJP.'

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

Alcaraz Stunned!

Alcaraz Stunned!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Images from the US Open men's singles second round matches, at Flushing Meadows, New York, on Thursday.

My Maa's Diwalis in Uttarakhand

My Maa's Diwalis in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Though physically distant, the spirit of gaonwali diwali keeps her connected to the mystic hills of Uttarakhand

Recipe: Zelda's Raspberry Strawberry Rum Trifle

Recipe: Zelda's Raspberry Strawberry Rum Trifle

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Strawberries, rum, whipped cream and more -- what better way to welcome Valentine's Day?

Kejriwal stopped taking insulin before his arrest: Tihar officials

Kejriwal stopped taking insulin before his arrest: Tihar officials

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

The Delhi minister also claimed that Kejriwal used to take 50 units of insulin daily before he was sent to jail.

T20 World Cup: India eye winning start against Ireland

T20 World Cup: India eye winning start against Ireland

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Team India knows that it is a touch undercooked with a lot of confusion still persisting about what could be the best combination on a drop-in pitch.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

Drop in onion and potato output; tomato slightly up

Drop in onion and potato output; tomato slightly up

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Onion and potato production is expected to be down in the 2023-24 crop year, while the tomato output could be marginally higher, the Department of Agriculture's first advance estimates of horticultural output released on Thursday showed. "Production of onion in 2023-24 is expected to be around 25.47 million tonnes compared to around 30.20 million tonnes last year due to a decrease of 3.43 million tonnes in Maharashtra, 0.99 million tonnes in Karnataka, 0.35 million tonnes in Andhra Pradesh and 0.31 million tonnes in Rajasthan," the official statement by the department of agriculture said.

Yami Wraps Up 'Most Important Film'

Yami Wraps Up 'Most Important Film'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Ayushmmann enjoys a treat in Chandigarh... Nimrat spends time at home in Bikaner... Bhagyashree makes a short trip to the US...

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Baga and Gokarna make the list of the world's top 100 beaches.

Memories Of Railway Puri and Alu Curry

Memories Of Railway Puri and Alu Curry

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.

Recipe: Paneer And Mayo Sandwiches

Recipe: Paneer And Mayo Sandwiches

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

An open sandwich that will bring delight to the faces of your children when they open their lunchboxes.

Recipe: Village-Style Bamboo Chicken

Recipe: Village-Style Bamboo Chicken

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Try a very unusual version of chicken cooked in a bamboo stem steamer.

Kanwariya Order: Time For Rahul, Akhilesh To Step Up

Kanwariya Order: Time For Rahul, Akhilesh To Step Up

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

'There is one way to defeat the intention behind this directive: To patronise Muslim establishments that have been forced to identify themselves.' 'This is one opportunity for the Congress to show that the 'mohabbat ki dukaan' its leader talks about does exist.' 'Can Akhilesh Yadav, who has asked the court to take note of this directive, order his party members to do this?' asks Jyoti Punwani.

Recipe: Maharaj Bhawar Singh's Surti Undhiyu

Recipe: Maharaj Bhawar Singh's Surti Undhiyu

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Before winter ends, it's time to give undhiyu a try!

Wimbledon PIX: Defending champ Vondrousova beaten in Round 1

Wimbledon PIX: Defending champ Vondrousova beaten in Round 1

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

IMAGES from Day 2 of the Wimbledon Championships, at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, on Tuesday.

Ramzan Recipe: Ganga Singh's Malpua With Pomegranate

Ramzan Recipe: Ganga Singh's Malpua With Pomegranate

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

With crisp edges and a soft centre, these malpuas are are improved by the addition of fruit.

Recipe: Chef Meraj's Breakfast Fruit Pizza

Recipe: Chef Meraj's Breakfast Fruit Pizza

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Try this delightfully fruity pizza that's healthy.

Wonderful Scenes From Kanyakumari

Wonderful Scenes From Kanyakumari

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Temple festivals, Christmas mass, sunrise prayers for the new year at Vivekananda Rock -- Tamil Nadu's southern districts are the place to be.

Summer Journeys And Nannari Sherbat

Summer Journeys And Nannari Sherbat

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

The prime ingredient in Nannari Sherbat is sarsaparilla syrup, made from a tropical root or vine,

Nayanthara-Vignesh, Twins Celebrate Onam

Nayanthara-Vignesh, Twins Celebrate Onam

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan celebrated their first Onam with their twins, Uyir and Ulag, over the weekend.

Air India crew member shot dead by bike-borne men in UP's Noida

Air India crew member shot dead by bike-borne men in UP's Noida

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The assailants soon arrived at the spot and one of them opened fire in the air while another shot at Mann.

Pakistan's new President Zardari to forgo salary, here's why

Pakistan's new President Zardari to forgo salary, here's why

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Pakistan's newly-elected President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday announced that he would not draw any salary during his tenure as part of his bid to help the cash-strapped country face the challenging economic hardship.

'I'm Not Fat. I'm Curvy'

'I'm Not Fat. I'm Curvy'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'I grew up in an environment which is very submissive and conservative. People would judge you if you wore a short skirt.' 'I made my way up from there to Mumbai and landed a big song Aila Re Aila with a huge star like Akshay Kumar.'

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The City of Bikes is like no other.

Select Your Team: 1st ODI: India Vs WI

Select Your Team: 1st ODI: India Vs WI

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

For India, this series serves as the perfect platform for the coming World Cup to be played at home in October-November.

ED officials attacked: Will guv recommend Prez rule in Bengal?

ED officials attacked: Will guv recommend Prez rule in Bengal?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The ED officers are conducting raids at 15 places in the state during the day and Sajahan's house is one of them, an officer said.

'We started as a democracy, but have regressed to a banana republic'

'We started as a democracy, but have regressed to a banana republic'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

'Governments, democratically elected governments, are custodians for a short- specified time.' 'Parents don't let baby sitters decide the course of their child's future.'

Recipes: Choco Yoghurt, Fruit Pizza

Recipes: Choco Yoghurt, Fruit Pizza

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Why should breakfast be a boring affair?

Recipe: For The Love Of Cheese

Recipe: For The Love Of Cheese

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The star ingredient of many a delicious preparation is, of course, cheese!