News for 'Chickpea'

Are Protein Bars Harming Your Heart?

Are Protein Bars Harming Your Heart?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Packed your gym bag with protein bars? They might not be doing your heart any good. Dr Sanjay Bhojraj, an interventional cardiologist, explains how certain everyday foods can be more harmful than they seem, and what to choose instead.

UP family loses second girl child in identical boiling pot accident

UP family loses second girl child in identical boiling pot accident

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The child was rushed to the Duddhi Community Health Centre, where doctors referred her to the district hospital for further treatment.

Can Skipping Breakfast Make You Diabetic?

Can Skipping Breakfast Make You Diabetic?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Skipping breakfast can lead to insulin resistance and overeating later, warns rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a nutritionist with over 26 years of experience.

10 Best Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

10 Best Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Dr Arush Sabharwal, bariatric and metabolic surgeon at SCOD (Surgical Centre for Obesity and Diabetes) Clinic, explains how choosing certain foods can help boost your metabolism.

Masala Chole: 20-Min Recipe

Masala Chole: 20-Min Recipe

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Chickpeas, darkened with tea leaves and spiced up with cinnamon, bay leaves and other spices is a fine accompaniment to puris, bhature, rotis or even rice.

Toddler's biryani wish triggers major anganwadi menu overhaul in Kerala

Toddler's biryani wish triggers major anganwadi menu overhaul in Kerala

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The new menu, unveiled on Tuesday, includes beloved dishes such as egg biryani, pulav, dal payasam, soya dry curry, and nutri laddus.

Recipe: Bethica's Falafels

Recipe: Bethica's Falafels

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Soft on the inside, crisp on the outside, falafels taste divine eaten piping hot, dipped in hummus or rolled in pita or a flatbread.

'The Big Stars Are Feeling The Heat'

'The Big Stars Are Feeling The Heat'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'The money crunch will be there for people who are used to having a certain kind of remuneration.' 'Work opportunities are less, even for technicians who work in the industry.'

Shinde blames early arrival of monsoon for Mumbai flooding

Shinde blames early arrival of monsoon for Mumbai flooding

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday attributed early arrival of the southwest monsoon and heavy rainfall in a short span for the inundation of low-lying areas in Mumbai, which disrupted road and railway traffic.

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.

Women-led water revolution turns dacoits into farmers in Rajasthan

Women-led water revolution turns dacoits into farmers in Rajasthan

Rediff.com25 May 2025

In Rajasthan's Karauli district, a decade ago, rampant drought and dwindling water sources forced many men into a life of dacoity, leaving their families in fear. However, the women of Karauli, tired of the despair, took matters into their own hands. They persuaded their husbands to give up their lives of crime and together they began reviving old water bodies and constructing new ones with the help of a local NGO. This community-led effort, which included building pokhars (water bodies) and reviving the Serni River, resulted in a remarkable transformation, bringing stability and hope to the region, and turning former dacoits into thriving farmers.

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Gouri Venugopal's sambar is unparalleled as far her daughter Durga and granddaughter Maya are concerned.

'I Lost 10 Kgs In 3 Months'

'I Lost 10 Kgs In 3 Months'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'If you see it as a burden, you'll struggle. But if you're enjoying the process and make small lifestyle changes, it becomes much easier.'

Recipe: Bethica's Achaari Paneer Tikka

Recipe: Bethica's Achaari Paneer Tikka

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The use of freshly-made mango pickle makes all the difference to this recipe for a yum paneer starter.

Kitchen Tips: Indian Foods That Freeze Well

Kitchen Tips: Indian Foods That Freeze Well

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Over the years, with some amount of experimenting, I have learnt exactly what freezes well and what does not.

Recipe: Traditional Gatte Ki Sabzi

Recipe: Traditional Gatte Ki Sabzi

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Dumplings of chickpea flour in a yoghurt gravy with rotis make for a simple, tasty meal

8 Cholesterol-Lowering Foods You Should Eat

8 Cholesterol-Lowering Foods You Should Eat

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Eating foods rich in fibre, healthy fats and essential nutrients are some of the healthiest ways to reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) while increasing HDL (good cholesterol), says Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal, senior cardiovascular and thoracic consultant surgeon at Gleneagles Hospitals.

Trade talks: India, US to hold wrap-up session on Sat

Trade talks: India, US to hold wrap-up session on Sat

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

India and the visiting US officials have decided to hold a wrap-up session on Saturday morning to conclude the three-day talks on the proposed bilateral trade agreement, government sources said. They said the discussions are at a "very" early stage.

India, US decide to hold sector-specific talks for proposed trade pact

India, US decide to hold sector-specific talks for proposed trade pact

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

India and the US have decided to hold sector-specific talks in the coming weeks to finalise the structure of the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), the government said on Saturday. The engagement between the two countries came in the backdrop of the USA's threat to impose reciprocal tariffs on its key trading partners, including India, on April 2.

Tangy chickpeas: How to make Chana Batata

Tangy chickpeas: How to make Chana Batata

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Chana Batata is a Bohri style side dish and one of the most popular street snacks in Mumbai during the holy month of Ramzan.

Budget 2025: What farmers want from Sitharaman

Budget 2025: What farmers want from Sitharaman

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Farmer representatives and agricultural stakeholders urged the government to provide cheaper long-term credit, implement lower taxes, and double the PM-KISAN income support during a comprehensive pre-budget consultation with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday. The two-hour meeting saw a detailed discussion of proposals, aimed at addressing multiple challenges in the agricultural sector, with key demands focusing on financial relief, market reforms, and strategic investments.

Tomatoes now cost Rs 65/kg in Delhi

Tomatoes now cost Rs 65/kg in Delhi

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The Centre on Monday started selling tomatoes at a subsidised rate of Rs 65 per kg in the national capital to provide relief to the common man and check abnormal profits by intermediaries. Tomatoes are being sold at an average rate of Rs 90 per kg in the national capital.

Diwali Healthy Snack: Mixed Puffed Chivda

Diwali Healthy Snack: Mixed Puffed Chivda

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Healthy bhi, tasty bhi! This is a perfect Diwali snack for the calorie conscious.

Have You Tried These Sandwiches?

Have You Tried These Sandwiches?

Rediff.com27 May 2024

You'll be spoilt for choices with these varieties.

Recipe: Taruna's Kabuli Channa Pulau

Recipe: Taruna's Kabuli Channa Pulau

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

This one-pot meal goes well with Boondi Raita.

Monsoon Recipes: Kanda Bhaji, Sweet Potato Tart

Monsoon Recipes: Kanda Bhaji, Sweet Potato Tart

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Recipes to reach out to, when it rains and you want to bite into something deep-fried or baked...

Vidhya's Grand Shillong Diwalis

Vidhya's Grand Shillong Diwalis

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Vidhya Pant remembers the Diwalis celebrated in her home in Shillong in the 1960s.

Recipes: Hema's Mooli Kadhi and Arvind's Bhindi Fry

Recipes: Hema's Mooli Kadhi and Arvind's Bhindi Fry

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

From Uttarakhand comes a simple, tasty meal.

Recipe: Mayur's Shepu Che Thalipeeth

Recipe: Mayur's Shepu Che Thalipeeth

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Give a healthier and tastier upgrade to your regular thalipeeth.

Recipe: Heart-Healthy Hola Sabzi

Recipe: Heart-Healthy Hola Sabzi

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Raw green chickpeas is nicest lightly boiled with chopped onion. But try this take.

Ganesh Puja Recipe: Manisha's Ninaav

Ganesh Puja Recipe: Manisha's Ninaav

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

This special Maharashtrian sweet is made by the CKP community just before Ganesh Chaturthi.

Recipe: Nadiya's Chole Chaat

Recipe: Nadiya's Chole Chaat

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

A chatpata chaat to make your tastebuds do a dance.

Recipe: Bethica's Andhra-Style Vegetable Curry

Recipe: Bethica's Andhra-Style Vegetable Curry

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

A piquant curry to jazz up steamed rice. Have it with papad.

Tiffin Recipe: Nadiya's Falafel Wrap

Tiffin Recipe: Nadiya's Falafel Wrap

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

An especially yum falafel recipe that your children will love.

Recipe: Jayanti's Multigrain Theplas

Recipe: Jayanti's Multigrain Theplas

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Why settle for one grain when you can start your day with multiple super-friendly grains.

Do You Know Your Indian Street Food?

Do You Know Your Indian Street Food?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Test your knowledge of Indian street food with this fun quiz!

Recipe: Mayur's Dahi Aloo

Recipe: Mayur's Dahi Aloo

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Jazz up your summer lunch plate with this tangy potato curry.

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Vada Pav

Recipe: Neena Gupta's Vada Pav

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Will you try the actor's version of the popular Mumbai street-side snack?

Recipe: Chicken Falafel

Recipe: Chicken Falafel

Rediff.com11 May 2023

The classical Middle Eastern snack gets a chicken twist.

Recipe: Bethica's Matar Paneer Madra

Recipe: Bethica's Matar Paneer Madra

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

An adaptation of one of the signature dishes of Himachal Pradesh.