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India bans wheat exports to control rising domestic prices

India bans wheat exports to control rising domestic prices

Rediff.com14 May 2022

India has banned wheat exports with immediate effect as part of measures to control rising domestic prices, according to official notification. However, the export shipments for which irrevocable letters of credit (LoC) have been issued on or before the date of this notification will be allowed, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said in a notification dated May 13. "The export policy of wheat ... is prohibited with immediate effect...," the DGFT said. It also clarified that wheat exports will be allowed on the basis of permission granted by the Government of India to other countries to meet their food security needs and based on the request of their governments.

Why Are Knives Out For Daniel Craig?

Why Are Knives Out For Daniel Craig?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

The former 007 returns as the queer detective Benoit Blanc in Netflix's Knives Out.

Recipe: Maqluba

Recipe: Maqluba

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Wonderful and comforting, this savoury cake can be the highlight of your weekend.

Chef Anahita Dhondy's Poached Eggs

Chef Anahita Dhondy's Poached Eggs

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

This recipe deserves a spot on your breakfast menu.

Recipe: Sangita's Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabzi

Recipe: Sangita's Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabzi

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

A fine alu curry for any mood or meal.

Recipe: Spicy Kadai Mushroom Curry

Recipe: Spicy Kadai Mushroom Curry

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

Featuring mushrooms, onions, capsicum and tomatoes, this curry is a powerhouse of flavour.

Recipe: Veggie Noodle Salad

Recipe: Veggie Noodle Salad

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

It makes for a wholesome bowl of love, taste and health.

Recipe: Steamed Lentils In Tamarind Gravy

Recipe: Steamed Lentils In Tamarind Gravy

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

A South Indian curry bursting with spice and tanginess.

Recipe: Sindhi-Style Mutton

Recipe: Sindhi-Style Mutton

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

Calling mutton lovers -- tuck into delightful Sindhi-Style Mutton.

Recipe: Kheema Stuffed Pav

Recipe: Kheema Stuffed Pav

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Instead of serving the mince and bread separately, Shumaila Chauhan gives the dish a makeover and serves the kheema inside the pav.

3 Delicious Khichdi Recipes

3 Delicious Khichdi Recipes

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

These khichdi recipes make for a comforting meal especially when you are craving for home-cooked food.

Recipe: Charcoal Dahi Ke Kebab

Recipe: Charcoal Dahi Ke Kebab

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

These deep-fried kebabs are best served with mint chutney and lachha pyaz.

Untimely rain in March damages rabi crops

Untimely rain in March damages rabi crops

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Untimely rains during March have caused damage to rabi crops and may result in lower yields, a report said on Wednesday. Between March 1 and 21, cumulative rains have been 20 per cent more than normal, and in the past four days, it was 3-4 times more than usual, according to a report by Crisil Market Intelligence and Analytics. On March 21, the rain volume in central India was 1,600 per cent more than normal, the report said, adding that unfortunately, this ongoing harvest window for rabi crops has been lashed by an untimely torrent.

'Farmers are not enjoying any freedom'

'Farmers are not enjoying any freedom'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

'We will be hoisting the tiranga, but this kind of celebration is uncalled for when the farmers in this country are dying by suicides, their families are ravaged by poverty and farmers are not enjoying any freedom.'

Recipe: Kasuri Malai Murgh

Recipe: Kasuri Malai Murgh

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

This recipe make take a little extra effort, but it is worth the time and energy invested.

Recipe: Gatte Ki Sabzi

Recipe: Gatte Ki Sabzi

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Several ingredients come together to create this savoury, fiery curry that will knock your socks off.

How to make Prawns Butter Garlic

How to make Prawns Butter Garlic

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Planning to make a delicious appetiser for a get-together?

Recipe: Vivek Pande's Baked Eggs

Recipe: Vivek Pande's Baked Eggs

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

A healthy meal for either breakfast or lunch or sometime in between.

Recipe: Malay Chicken

Recipe: Malay Chicken

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Perk up your weekend with a very different Malaysian-inspired dish.

Recipe: Veggie Fried Rice in 20 minutes

Recipe: Veggie Fried Rice in 20 minutes

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

A simple and quick recipe to satisfy your Chinese food cravings.

Recipe: Simple BBQ Veg Pizza

Recipe: Simple BBQ Veg Pizza

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

Made from scratch, this vegetarian pizza is super quick to put together.

How to make Mutton Skewers

How to make Mutton Skewers

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

An iftar recipe by Nadiya Sarguroh.

Recipe: Pepper Masala Mutton Chops

Recipe: Pepper Masala Mutton Chops

Rediff.com6 May 2022

A daughter's ode to her mom's love for cooking.

Recipe: 3 Nourishing Winter Soups

Recipe: 3 Nourishing Winter Soups

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

These soups are filling, healthy and different.

Mango Salads for Mom

Mango Salads for Mom

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Looking for an easy mango salad recipe for Mother's Day?

Recipe: Kerala-Style Moringa Leaves Stir-Fry

Recipe: Kerala-Style Moringa Leaves Stir-Fry

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

Drumstick leaves is widely used in many South Indian recipes.

'We are in no mood to celebrate Har Ghar Tiranga'

'We are in no mood to celebrate Har Ghar Tiranga'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

'We will celebrate Independence Day as usual, but not this celebration from August 15 to 22 (as sought by the Modi government).'

Recipe: Falafel Pockets

Recipe: Falafel Pockets

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

This yum recipe is super filling.

Recipe: Kasuri Methi Baingan Bharta

Recipe: Kasuri Methi Baingan Bharta

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Soup up this north Indian household staple with a chatpata ingredient.

NCB makes India's 'largest-ever' LSD seizure, 6 held

NCB makes India's 'largest-ever' LSD seizure, 6 held

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The seizure, as per officials, is estimated to be worth over Rs 10 crore in the international market (about Rs 5K-7K per blot) and all the six who have been taken into custody, beginning late last month, are students and youngsters who wanted to make 'easy money' by remaining anonymous within the deep layers of secret internet-based apps and messenger service like WICKR.

Opposition decries PM's I-Day address as 'crass election speech'

Opposition decries PM's I-Day address as 'crass election speech'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

'To summarise, PM Modi's failures in the last nine years can be categorised under 'durniti' (bad policies), 'anyay' (injustice) and - perhaps most importantly - 'badniyat' (ill intention)'

Vrushali Kulkarni Negandhi's Kutchi Dabeli Recipe

Vrushali Kulkarni Negandhi's Kutchi Dabeli Recipe

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

Delicious street food onto your dinner table.

Recipe: Nutty Broccoli Spinach Soup

Recipe: Nutty Broccoli Spinach Soup

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Nutritious, warming broth, ideal for cold weather or chilly, rainy days.

Recipe: Lentil Balls in Coconut Curry

Recipe: Lentil Balls in Coconut Curry

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

These creamy, golden lentil balls in coconut gravy will elevate your mood instantly.

Winter Recipe: Rajma and Vegetable Soup

Winter Recipe: Rajma and Vegetable Soup

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

A hearty, healthy, soup.

Recipe: Spicy Southy Mutton Curry

Recipe: Spicy Southy Mutton Curry

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

This mutton curry will win hearts at the dinner table.

Chef Gorai's Beans On Toast, Walnut Crepes

Chef Gorai's Beans On Toast, Walnut Crepes

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Start your day on an upbeat note with two good-for-you recipes.

Recipe: Guacamole Topped With Sour Cream

Recipe: Guacamole Topped With Sour Cream

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

It's great as a quick breakfast, lunch or snack.

Traditional Sambar Like My Amma's

Traditional Sambar Like My Amma's

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

This version of my mom's special sambar uses plenty of Madras cucumber and okra.

4 delicious recipes from a Thai kitchen

4 delicious recipes from a Thai kitchen

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Chef Suriya Preechapiputpong from Thaiphoon shares his special Thai recipes.