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FSSAI: Only 3% of packaged food item contain over 2% trans fat

FSSAI: Only 3% of packaged food item contain over 2% trans fat

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated to reduce the limit of industrially produced trans-fats, to not more than 2 per cent to make the country free from the industrially-produced trans-fats by 2022, a year-ahead of the WHO guidelines, the regulator said in a statement.

How Millennials Ditched Big Fat Weddings

How Millennials Ditched Big Fat Weddings

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Modern Indian weddings are no longer just about scrumptious menus, flashy decors, and extravaganza events. It's more about thoughtfulness, personalisation, and celebrating with loved ones, observes Anam Zubair, associate director of marketing, WeddingWire India.

Naidu to consult with seers, experts on Tirupati laddu case

Naidu to consult with seers, experts on Tirupati laddu case

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The chief minister said after consultation, the government will take its decision with respect to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, the official custodian of world-renowned Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati.

Tirupati: SC replaces AP's probe with independent SIT to 'assuage feelings'

Tirupati: SC replaces AP's probe with independent SIT to 'assuage feelings'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday set up a five-member independent SIT to probe the allegations of animal fat used in preparing Tirupati laddus to "assuage the feelings of crores of people" while making clear that the court cannot be used as a "political battleground".

Sanctity of Tirupati laddu now restored: TTD

Sanctity of Tirupati laddu now restored: TTD

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Amid concerns among devotees on the quality of ghee used in the famous Tirupati 'laddu prasadam', the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has said sanctity of the sacred sweetmeat has been restored.

Is That Ice On The Yamuna?

Is That Ice On The Yamuna?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

No, that's toxic foam.

This MP Wants To End India's Big Fat Weddings

This MP Wants To End India's Big Fat Weddings

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

'People are blowing up their entire retirement fund; they are selling their land and house to spend on one day for a marriage.'

Tirupati laddu row: Govt to wait for FSSAI report before action

Tirupati laddu row: Govt to wait for FSSAI report before action

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Amid the ongoing controversy over Tirupati laddu, Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare on Monday said her department will consider additional measures to monitor ghee quality in the market only after receiving the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) report.

My Favourite Oscar Moment

My Favourite Oscar Moment

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The balance was so perfect in that moment, the irony so rich. Those who cheered on Elia Kazan were cheering on the one quality that made him such a singular artist: He was his own man and not susceptible to groupthink. Those who protested Kazan's presence were protesting that very quality: They were saying that he was too much of an outlier, a wolf in a radical's clothing. Sreehari Nair captures his Kodak moment at the Oscars.

Want to cut belly fat?

Want to cut belly fat?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

A heart-healthy diet may help!

Cold Rice Is Better For Diabetics

Cold Rice Is Better For Diabetics

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The process of refrigerating the rice overnight starch that is resistant to digestion and therefore it will not spike blood glucose levels.

Reprimand Naidu: Jagan writes to Modi on Tirupati laddu row

Reprimand Naidu: Jagan writes to Modi on Tirupati laddu row

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Naidu claimed that the previous YSRCP government did not even spare Sri Venkateswara temple and used substandard ingredients and animal fat for making laddus.

Keep God out of politics: SC on Tirupati laddus row

Keep God out of politics: SC on Tirupati laddus row

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The SC asked why was there a need to make a public statement when a probe had already been ordered into the matter.

Mrs Review: A Must Watch!

Mrs Review: A Must Watch!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Mrs succeeds in riling you up for all the right reasons. And without resorting to high-pitched drama, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Can Smoking Lead To Heart Attack?

Can Smoking Lead To Heart Attack?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Dr Ashish Mishra, consultant interventional cardiologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, explains how smoking and alcohol can impair your heart health and lead to cardiac arrest.

Anjali Ponnanna's Pandi Meat Curry

Anjali Ponnanna's Pandi Meat Curry

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Coorg is famous for its pork curry and Anjali Ponnanna is famous for her scrumptious take on it.

Dreams Do Come True In Dharavi!

Dreams Do Come True In Dharavi!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Simran Shaikh stays in a tiny 12 by 12 feet room along with her grandmother, parents and siblings. On Sunday, her life changed perhaps forever when she became the most expensive hire at the Women's Premier League auction.

Tirupati laddu row: Food safety regulator notice to ghee supplier

Tirupati laddu row: Food safety regulator notice to ghee supplier

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The controversy has sparked reactions across states. The famous Mankameshwar temple in Uttar Pradesh has now banned offerings of 'prasad' bought by devotees from outside and said they can offer homemade 'prasad' or fruits.

After Narayana Murthy, L&T head suggests 90-hour work week

After Narayana Murthy, L&T head suggests 90-hour work week

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) chairman S N Subrahmanyan sparked an online outrage with his comments advocating a 90-hour work week and suggesting that employees should even give up Sundays.

Recipe: Bethica's Black Rice Phirni

Recipe: Bethica's Black Rice Phirni

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Phirni can taste astoundingly good with nutritious black rice.

FAT to FIT: How I Lost 32 Kg In A Year

FAT to FIT: How I Lost 32 Kg In A Year

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Swati Sodhi, 36, a mum of two, tells us how she went from 92 kg to 60 kg in a year.

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

These simple home remedies aim to improve your overall health and keep your skin glowing, hair healthy and body pain-free no matter how cold it gets, says Smita Naram, co-founder, Ayushakti.

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has said that the laddu adulteration issue is just a tip of the iceberg and there are many more decisions taken during the previous regime that have to be investigated.

Is It Thumbs Up For Kamala?

Is It Thumbs Up For Kamala?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Glimpses of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Devi Harris at her final campaign rally at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, November 4, 2024.

Bloody Daddy Review: Big Fat Wedding Meets Gangster Gore

Bloody Daddy Review: Big Fat Wedding Meets Gangster Gore

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

With its slick cinematography and breathless pace, Bloody Daddy is not really made for OTT, but that's where it ends up, notes Deepa Gahlot.

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.

How I Became A Coorg By Order!

How I Became A Coorg By Order!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'After his warm and affectionate farewell speech, the Chief of Staff of the formation asked me, "So, now you are off to Coorg to look after your coffee estates?"' For the last time, in Army uniform and much to his surprise, I replied, "Sir, I am not from Kodagu.".'

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Can Ranji Match IPL's Star Power?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'The IPL provides a different ladder in terms of recognition.' 'If you do well, you will obviously get noticed and it enhances your selection into white-ball formats.'

Varun Dhawan's Body Double Becomes A Star

Varun Dhawan's Body Double Becomes A Star

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'I've had a 10-and-a-half year journey behind the camera and people don't know who I am.'

Shaw Dropped, Told To Lose Weight

Shaw Dropped, Told To Lose Weight

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

He has been told to follow a strict fitness and shed weight to ensure his return to the Mumbai team.

Belly fat = smaller brain?

Belly fat = smaller brain?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

Belly fat, according to a study can shrink the grey matter in your brain.

Inflation soars to 14-month high of 6.2% in Oct

Inflation soars to 14-month high of 6.2% in Oct

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Retail inflation breached the Reserve Bank's upper tolerance level, soaring to a 14-month high of 6.21 per cent in October mainly on account of rising food prices. Inflation based on the consumer price index (CPI) was 5.49 per cent in September and 4.87 per cent in the year-ago month. Retail inflation trended below the RBI's upper tolerance band of 6 per cent since September last year.

THIS weight-loss procedure may shrink fat!

THIS weight-loss procedure may shrink fat!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Currently under investigation in clinical trials, left gastric artery embolisation is a less invasive option to surgery.

ASK KOMAL: How can I beat belly fat?

ASK KOMAL: How can I beat belly fat?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Lack of physical exercise lowers the body's lean mass, reduces the metabolic rate and causes increase in fat percentage, warns Komal Jethmalani.

How To Handle Wedding Anxiety? Ask rediffGURUS

How To Handle Wedding Anxiety? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

How do you stay calm, relaxed and focus on the important things that matter in the countdown to your special day? Get expert advice from rediffGURUS.

How Much Do Indians Spend On Weddings?

How Much Do Indians Spend On Weddings?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

An average Indian couple spends around 2x on weddings versus education (pre-primary to graduation).

Now, mice seen on Siddhivinayak prasad packets

Now, mice seen on Siddhivinayak prasad packets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Amid the ongoing row over Tirupati laddus, a purported video of mice on the prasad packets of the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai is making rounds on social media, sparking concerns.

Recipe: Walnut Chia Smoothie Pot

Recipe: Walnut Chia Smoothie Pot

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Start your day with walnuts, chia, fruit. You can't go wrong.

7 Foods To Reduce Acid Reflux

7 Foods To Reduce Acid Reflux

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Certain foods can help prevent flare-ups by reducing the production of stomach acid and soothing the digestive system, says Dr Gaurav Kumar Patil.

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'Suddenly we had a new comprehension of affairs, which reminded that the luxury of politics floated atop a foundation by economics.' 'Along with this, finance ministers became crucial in molding the perception and reputation of Union Cabinets.' 'Governments couldn't afford a wrong person in that portfolio,' asserts Shyam G Menon.