News for 'GM'

Leaders, activists come together against GM crops

Leaders, activists come together against GM crops

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Political leaders cutting across party lines have joined hands with the civil society to launch a nationwide campaign against GM crops and the Biotechnology Regulatory Authority of India Bill.

Recipe: Chicken Falafel

Recipe: Chicken Falafel

Rediff.com11 May 2023

The classical Middle Eastern snack gets a chicken twist.

GM's workers on hunger strike for better compensation

GM's workers on hunger strike for better compensation

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Around 625 workers have been fasting since Monday; no disruption of production at the plant

Andhra mulls GM Seeds Act

Andhra mulls GM Seeds Act

Rediff.com16 Jun 2007

In an effort to keep tabs on the sale, quality and distribution of genetically modified (GM) seeds in the state, the Andhra Pradesh government is mulling to come out with a 'GM Seeds Act'.

Meetha Khazana: Diwali Recipes From All Over India

Meetha Khazana: Diwali Recipes From All Over India

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Diwali is a season in India for sweet-making. A treasure of traditional Diwali recipes from all corners of our India.

Recipe: South Indian Ginger Coffee

Recipe: South Indian Ginger Coffee

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Brew this coffee while you fast.

GM crops: One needs reason, not fear

GM crops: One needs reason, not fear

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

The government must end its surrender to anti-GM voices.

Vinesh Phogat to contest Haryana polls? Cong leader says...

Vinesh Phogat to contest Haryana polls? Cong leader says...

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Congress leader Kumari Selja ruled out the possibility of an alliance with the AAP for the Haryana assembly polls.

India's gold demand up 8% in Q4 despite high price

India's gold demand up 8% in Q4 despite high price

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

India's gold demand rose 8 per cent annually to 136.6 tonne in the March quarter helped by a strong economic environment despite prices touching historic highs, according to the World Gold Council. The aggressive gold buying by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) also contributed to the rise in demand. India's gold demand in value terms rose 20 per cent on an annual basis to Rs 75,470 crore during the January-March period of this year on volume growth as well as a rise in quarterly average prices by 11 per cent.

COLUMN: Why there's a twist in the GM tale

COLUMN: Why there's a twist in the GM tale

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Anti-GM voices have inadvertently spurred farm scientists to support the use of gene manipulation for producing stress-resistant crops.

GM top executives spared in internal report on safety failure

GM top executives spared in internal report on safety failure

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Earlier this year, Toyota Motor Corp was fined $1.2 billion for concealing problems related to sudden acceleration of some of its vehicles.

GM not to enter cargo LCVs segment

GM not to enter cargo LCVs segment

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

GM president and managing director Lowell C Paddock said the company is bullish on passenger vehicles with some commercial applications and is open to opportunities in the space.

Hoarding collapse: 2 bodies retrieved from crushed car

Hoarding collapse: 2 bodies retrieved from crushed car

Rediff.com16 May 2024

The death toll in the Ghatkopar hoarding collapse in Mumbai rose to 16 on Thursday with rescue personnel retrieving the bodies of a retired general manager of Air Traffic Control (ATC) and his wife, officials said.

Saina hits out at Congress leader for sexist remark

Saina hits out at Congress leader for sexist remark

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Shivashankarappa made the controversial remark while addressing Congress party workers at Bunts Bhavan in the district recently.

Recipe: William Dalrymple's Tiger Prawns

Recipe: William Dalrymple's Tiger Prawns

Rediff.com23 May 2024

It's one big bowl of crunchy goodness.

Recipe: Nutella And Coconut Pooran Poli

Recipe: Nutella And Coconut Pooran Poli

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

An interesting version of the classic puran poli.

Recipe: Taruna's Rui Poshto

Recipe: Taruna's Rui Poshto

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

A take on a popular Bengali macher jhol.

Praggnanandhaa shocks World champion Liren; overtakes Anand

Praggnanandhaa shocks World champion Liren; overtakes Anand

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

The 18-year-old also created history as he surpassed the legendary Viswanathan Anand to take the No 1 spot among Indian chess players in the live ratings.

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Hot And Sour Soup

Recipe: Chef Sarab's Hot And Sour Soup

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

A spicy but nutritious soup for the close of day.

GM to drop 'mark of excellence' logo

GM to drop 'mark of excellence' logo

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

General Motors Co. plans to remove its GM "Mark of Excellence" from all models launched by the company in the future.

GM sets 'Sail' to beat India blues

GM sets 'Sail' to beat India blues

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

Stung by its indifferent show in India, the Detroit giant is overhauling the entire line-up of cars.

Recipe: Mutton Gilafi Kebabs

Recipe: Mutton Gilafi Kebabs

Rediff.com16 May 2024

These kebabs on skewers or a super Sunday special.

'There is no verifiable report on alleged ill-effects of GM crops'

'There is no verifiable report on alleged ill-effects of GM crops'

Rediff.com2 May 2016

India is capable of developing GM crops, Randy Hautea, global coordinator for International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications, tells Kanika Datta.

GM bankruptcy: Auto suppliers not worried

GM bankruptcy: Auto suppliers not worried

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

There are 50-odd auto component manufacturers from India who supply to Detroit's Big-3 (including Ford).

Thanks to Modi's push, GM mustard set to hit Indian markets

Thanks to Modi's push, GM mustard set to hit Indian markets

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Modi government is pushing GM food crops without adequate safety assessment and transparency, claim activists.

GM's Chinese JV Partner SAIC to enter India with MG brand

GM's Chinese JV Partner SAIC to enter India with MG brand

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

The $100-billion SAIC would have a dedicated manufacturing facility in India, and would be the first Chinese automaker to do so.

Recipe: Baked Apple With Salted Caramel Syrup

Recipe: Baked Apple With Salted Caramel Syrup

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Apples when stuffed, baked, and gussied up with a rum salted caramel syrup and ice cream, taste sublime.

Recipe: Manisha's Paneer Pulau

Recipe: Manisha's Paneer Pulau

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

An intriguing pulau that could be a great lunch fixture

Recipe: Jayanti's Masaledar Tari Wali Bhindi

Recipe: Jayanti's Masaledar Tari Wali Bhindi

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

An easy recipe for a mid-week meal.

Recipe: Sweet Potato Modak

Recipe: Sweet Potato Modak

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Time to celebrate the humble sweet potato. Extremely versatile, it lends itself for a festive dessert.

GM India to start exporting vehicles; Chile first market

GM India to start exporting vehicles; Chile first market

Rediff.com27 May 2014

The company has been struggling to keep its sales momentum in the domestic market due to a slump in demand.

WC Chess: Praggnanandhaa draws Nakamura in Game 1 of semis

WC Chess: Praggnanandhaa draws Nakamura in Game 1 of semis

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

By becoming only the second Indian after legendary Vishwanathan Anand to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup, Praggnanandhaa booked a spot in the Candidates event in 2024 to determine the challenger to Ding Liren.

National junior champion Aravindh stuns GM Sengupta

National junior champion Aravindh stuns GM Sengupta

Rediff.com17 Sep 2011

Junior national champion Aravindh Chithambaram, pulled off a big surprise by defeating compatriot and GM Deep Sengupta in the 4th Mayor's Cup International Chess Tournament in Mumbai on Saturday.

GM India on a hiring spree

GM India on a hiring spree

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

On slashing down prices, P Balendran, vice-president GM India, said the firm which had been offering discounts ranging from Rs 20,00 to Rs 50,000 across the range, besides a discount of Rs 3,000 to Rs 5,000 to government and PSUs during the festival season would continue it (discount) till the end of this month.

How young Indian chess stars are carrying Anand's legacy

How young Indian chess stars are carrying Anand's legacy

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Humpy excited about young Indian chess brigade, says 'can be worthy successor to Anand'

Recipe: Chef Sabya's Orange-Kiwi Muesli Tumble

Recipe: Chef Sabya's Orange-Kiwi Muesli Tumble

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Pair oranges and kiwi with muesli to create a wholesome breakfast.

GM India introduces new Chevrolet Captiva

GM India introduces new Chevrolet Captiva

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

The Captiva facelift receives a new lower bumper at the front, a subtly different grille mesh, and reshaped foglamps.

Recipe: Tiranga Barfi

Recipe: Tiranga Barfi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

A richly indulgent, tricolour sweet treat for Independence Day.

The Kebab Recipes Special

The Kebab Recipes Special

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

A gourmet recipe of Shikampuri kebabs and several more for kebab preparations.

It's about staying grounded for GM Praggnanandhaa

It's about staying grounded for GM Praggnanandhaa

Rediff.com27 May 2022

His semifinal match against Giri went up to 2am and a few hours later, he had to be at his school to take his 11th-class board examination.