News for 'Indian spices'

Recipe: Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Recipe: Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Cold menus are a must for warm days.

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'The combination of star power, compelling storytelling, and action-packed drama promises to set the box office ablaze and kickstart the new quarter on a spectacular high note.'

Dabur to acquire majority stake in Badshah Masala for Rs 587 crore

Dabur to acquire majority stake in Badshah Masala for Rs 587 crore

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Fast-moving consumer goods major Dabur India is set to enter the branded spices and seasoning category. It has signed an agreement to acquire 51 per cent in Badshah Masala for a cash consideration of Rs 587.52 crore. The acquisition, the company says, is in line with its strategic intent to expand its food biz to Rs 500 crore in three years.

FMCG firms see value in fast-growing, high-margin spices biz

FMCG firms see value in fast-growing, high-margin spices biz

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

The fast-growing, high-margin branded spices business is turning out to be an interesting growth opportunity, which to an extent was reflected in the Sunrise-ITC deal, with multiple parties from PE to strategic players joining the fray.

SpiceJet told to stop ticket sale offer

SpiceJet told to stop ticket sale offer

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

SpiceJet announced it has started a five-day "1+1 offer sale" where it was offering one-way base fares starting as low as Rs 899, excluding taxes, on its domestic network.

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.

Paneer Tikka, Kheer, Gehun Ka Aata Halwa...

Paneer Tikka, Kheer, Gehun Ka Aata Halwa...

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

10 recipes our readers savoured this year.

Pak F-16s intercepted SpiceJet flight to Kabul in Sep

Pak F-16s intercepted SpiceJet flight to Kabul in Sep

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

The incident was reported when Pakistan airspace was not closed for India.

Ramzan Recipe: Murgh Musallam

Ramzan Recipe: Murgh Musallam

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

When in need of a delightful Ramzan dish with a royal touch, make Murgh Musallam.

Australian PM, Modi rename Sydney suburb of Harris Park as 'Little India'

Australian PM, Modi rename Sydney suburb of Harris Park as 'Little India'

Rediff.com23 May 2023

A street in Sydney, Australia, was on Tuesday officially renamed as "Little India" by Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese during a special community event.

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.

As cargo business grows, SpiceJet, IndiGo ready for new battle

As cargo business grows, SpiceJet, IndiGo ready for new battle

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Analysts remain sceptical on the profitability from freighter business, saying that once normal air transport resumes and there's abundant belly capacity, the traditional economics of air cargo may not be that lucrative.

Now it's ODI cricket with a spicing of T20s...

Now it's ODI cricket with a spicing of T20s...

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

There have been 24 occasions on which 400 has been passed in ODI cricket and 15 of those have come since the 2011 World Cup.

Recipe: P Chidambaram's Crab Masala

Recipe: P Chidambaram's Crab Masala

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

A finger-licking dish of crabs and moringa leaves.

India to buy 100 SPICE bombs used in Balakot airstrikes

India to buy 100 SPICE bombs used in Balakot airstrikes

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

The bombs to be procured are an advanced version of the Spice-2000 bomb, which can be used to reduce enemy buildings and bunkers to rubbles in no time.

Economic Survey pitches for more FDI from China

Economic Survey pitches for more FDI from China

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Amidst strained ties with China, the pre-budget Economic Survey on Monday made a strong case for seeking foreign direct investments (FDI) from Beijing to boost local manufacturing and tap the export market. As the US and Europe are shifting their immediate sourcing away from China, it is more effective to have Chinese companies invest in India and then export the products to these markets rather than importing from the neighbouring country, the Survey said.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Airfares Rise By 53% As Competition Fades

Airfares Rise By 53% As Competition Fades

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Indigo has zero competition on 61.2 per cent of its 838 domestic routes.

IndiGo, SpiceJet stare at huge Q1 losses

IndiGo, SpiceJet stare at huge Q1 losses

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

Experts expect a net loss of Rs 26.7 billion for IndiGo and Rs 10.1 billion for SpiceJet in Q1FY21 driven by low traffic volume, low fleet utilisation and poor coverage of fixed costs.

Herb used in Indian curries can spice up sex!

Herb used in Indian curries can spice up sex!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

A herb used to add flavour to Indian curries can also spice up our sex lives, according to a new study.

Chef Vikas Khanna Launches A Perfume!

Chef Vikas Khanna Launches A Perfume!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

Created in the country's perfume capital Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, Vikas Khanna by Zighrana was launched in New York.

India flagged concerns with Russia over non-tariff barriers: Commerce secy

India flagged concerns with Russia over non-tariff barriers: Commerce secy

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

India has flagged concerns over non-tariff barriers (NTBs) faced by its exporters with the Russian government, commerce secretary Sunil Barthwal said on Monday. NTBs faced by Indian exporters are mainly in sectors such as marine products and pharmaceuticals.

Father's Day Recipe: Apple Crumble

Father's Day Recipe: Apple Crumble

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Cook up something unique for dear Pops.

How Amazon Works With Indian Railways

How Amazon Works With Indian Railways

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

'Building a whole product with the railways was challenging; we had to figure out how to load and unload a train when it stops for only about five minutes at a station.' 'We also helped them understand the revenues this would generate for them.'

SpiceJet cuts weekly domestic flights by 31% for winter

SpiceJet cuts weekly domestic flights by 31% for winter

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

SpiceJet has decreased its domestic services by 31 per cent to 2,995 weekly flights in the upcoming winter schedule as compared to 4,316 weekly flights that it got approved for the winter schedule of 2019, the aviation regulator DGCA said on Thursday. Meanwhile, Vistara, another private carrier, has increased its domestic services by 22 per cent to 1,675 weekly flights as compared to 1,376 weekly flights for 2019 winter schedule, the regulator added. The winter schedule begins on October 31 of a year and ends on March 26 next year.

6 years after a revival, SpiceJet is back where it started

6 years after a revival, SpiceJet is back where it started

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Despite the gains from Jet's closure, in 2018 and 2019, the airline continued to make losses in many quarters for a variety of reasons, including some mistakes like taking on Jet's aircraft, which were not in great shape and had business class configuration, a gamble that did not work for SpiceJet.

Tatas, SpiceJet chief Ajay Singh bid for Air India

Tatas, SpiceJet chief Ajay Singh bid for Air India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

"Financial bids for Air India disinvestment received by Transaction Adviser. Process now moves to concluding stage," DIPAM Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey tweeted.

Recipe: Swarupa's Muri Ghonto

Recipe: Swarupa's Muri Ghonto

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

This Muri Ghonto recipe has its origins in former East Bengal, present-day Bangladesh.

SpiceJet to pay part salaries to over 92% employees in April

SpiceJet to pay part salaries to over 92% employees in April

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

The airline had told its pilots on Wednesday that they will not be paid salaries for April and May, adding that those who have been operating cargo flights will get paid for the number of hours flown.

80 flights deployed to evacuate Indians from Ukraine

80 flights deployed to evacuate Indians from Ukraine

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

These flights belong to the fleet of Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, Spice Jet, Vistara, Go Air, and also planes from Air Force.

Airlines record lowest on-time figures in 11 months in Jan amid fog issues

Airlines record lowest on-time figures in 11 months in Jan amid fog issues

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The on-time performance (OTP) of Indian carriers took a major dip in January as dense fog foiled their flight schedules. According to data from the Ministry of Civil Aviation reviewed by Business Standard, five out of six major Indian carriers - IndiGo, Air India, AIX Connect, Akasa Air, and Vistara - recorded their lowest OTPs in at least the last 11 months. In response to queries, an Air India spokesperson said that during this winter, northern India experienced unusually prolonged periods of dense fog affecting traffic at the airline's two largest hubs -- Delhi and Mumbai.

Airbus flying high on Indian skies

Airbus flying high on Indian skies

Rediff.com2 Jan 2007

Airbus executive vice-president clears the air on the company's India operations and the rivalry with Boeing.

SpiceJet's revival faces lessor turbulence

SpiceJet's revival faces lessor turbulence

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

BBAM seeks $100 million, return of 6 Boeing 737s.

Recipe: Suresh Moopanar's Drumstick Curry

Recipe: Suresh Moopanar's Drumstick Curry

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Home chef Suresh Moopanar tells us how to make a good drumstick curry.

Exports up 1%; trade deficit widens to 4-month high

Exports up 1%; trade deficit widens to 4-month high

Rediff.com15 May 2024

India's merchandise exports in April 2024 marginally rose to $34.99 billion from $34.62 billion in the year-ago month, according to government data released on Wednesday. Imports too increased to $54.09 billion from $49.06 billion in April 2023.

Republic Day offer: SpiceJet slashes fares

Republic Day offer: SpiceJet slashes fares

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Low-cost airline SpiceJet on Monday said it has rolled out a special one-way low-fare offer, starting at Rs 826.

Praggnanandhaa to meet Abdusattarov, Gukesh up against Bartel

Praggnanandhaa to meet Abdusattarov, Gukesh up against Bartel

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Sitting at tied fourth, Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh will have some catching up to do if they want to finish on the podium with four rounds remaining in the ongoing Prague Masters Chess tournament in Prague.

SpiceJet's Boeing 737 Max aircraft may take wing in June

SpiceJet's Boeing 737 Max aircraft may take wing in June

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Boeing 737 MAX planes were globally grounded in March 2019, after two of these crashed within five months, raising safety concerns.

Have You Cooked With Your Mother? I Did

Have You Cooked With Your Mother? I Did

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Mother's Day reminded me of how my mom learned to cook Indian food.

India to run 31 flights to bring back 6300 Indians over next few days

India to run 31 flights to bring back 6300 Indians over next few days

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

As many as 31 evacuation flights will be operated to neighbouring countries of crisis-hit Ukraine and will bring back more than 6,300 Indians stranded in the eastern European nation, according to official sources.