Broccoli can make a yum starter when marinated and baked.
'Today, let us reaffirm our commitment to strive to realise Gandhiji's dreams. His watchwords, truth and nonviolence, will continue to remain relevant for the whole world. He also taught us that rights and duties are but the two sides of the coin - indeed, the true source of rights is duty. Today we recall his lessons in compassion too - compassion not only for our human neighbours but also for our other neighbours, namely, flora and fauna, rivers and mountains.'
Drizzle some chilly sauce or tomato ketchup for added flavour.
Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.
The best of food pics this week. You can share yours too here #RediffFoodies.
Adore Dalmia Sayani offers her late father's favourite recipe.
There's a lot more to the festival than just five days of celebration; that is something you can only experience when you live in Kolkata. And that's what every Bengali living outside the state misses, notes Chitrangada Datta Chaudhuri.
'The world needs Gandhi now more than any other time in history.'
'London being Tier 2, pubs can serve drinks but only with a 'substantial meal',' sighs Sunanda K Datta-Ray.
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Should you buy an air fryer. Is it for you? What can you make with it?
'What happened to Raj and Simran after running away on the train at the end of DDLJ 20 years later? Have they become flatmates instead of lovers? What happens when the initial chemistry has worn off and love becomes a habit? This has always fascinated me.'
Welcome the king of fruits with an unusual cake.
Biryani, appam, dosa, upma, vada pav...name it and you'll find it here.
The scion of the former royal family of Tripura said many leaders have deserted him without understanding his feeling for putting up a fight for protecting the rights of poor people
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'Our recipes come from our real-life experiences and have a story behind them.'
There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.
A simple recipe for Bengali-style began bharta.
What are you waiting for? Read on and make these mouth-watering dishes at home today.
These bloggers are adding fresh flavours to India's vibrant street-food scene.
Mahalaya, though essentially about the goddess, wasn't religious for us. And it isn't for most Bengalis. Mahalaya is an emotion. It's gooseflesh for a memory. A welling up of happy tears. A celebration of what is to come.
The National Security Strategy document should flag all major issues concerning security strategy and provide guidelines to concerned departments to work out suitable action plans. Since the global and regional geopolitical canvas is dynamic, the NSS document should be deliberated at length before formulation and should be reviewed periodically, recommends Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).
Chef par excellence Satish Arora recalls his days working as a chef to prime ministers to Chandrima Pal.
2023 has seen some beautiful performances in films that released on OTT as well as in theatres.
Nothing is going to change in a hurry unless attitudes change and punishments are speedy and fair, notes Ramesh Menon.
'A lot of actors auditioned for Wagle Ki Duniya, but R K Laxman rejected them all.' 'He was the decision-maker, as the serial was based on his Common Man.' 'He wanted a natural, who looked like a common man.'
Sharjah-based food blogger Bethica Das shares her recipe for the classic Rajasthani rice-based dessert.
Don't make these basic mistakes while cooking Western or continental food.
Be prepared to bump into some special people at the pandal.
Swap your regular dosas for a healthier option that's nutritious.
The couple shared an adorable clip on social media and wrote, 'With utmost gratitude, we welcome our BABY GIRL into this world.'
None of R D Burman's collaborations was as rewarding and resplendent as with Gulzar, who turns 89 today, August 18, 2023, says Subhash K Jha.
Imaad Shah's Tuesday's Women, Haoban Paban Kumar's Iron Women of Manipur, Shivam Singh Rajput's Ladakh 470 and Samman Roy's The Exile are among 10 titles to watch out for at the 17th edition of the Film Bazaar.
Indians are becoming much more spendy and discerning travellers and look for places that can offer them a 'new' kind of experience.
Poacher neither minces words in condemning these self-seeking slaughterers nor leaves any stone unturned in highlighting the hard work put in by friends of the forest, notes Sukanya Verma.
Jazz up your dinner menu with Kerala-style nethili or anchovies fish fry which goes well with steamed rice and a comforting bowl of dal.
The present Puja is as much about having fun as it is tied in with bowing to the Mother Goddess.
