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Healthy eating: How to make Lentil Dosa

Healthy eating: How to make Lentil Dosa

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

Food blogger Preeti Alam shares a step-by-step process.

Review: Neelakasham Pachakkadal Chuvanna Bhoomi is impressive

Review: Neelakasham Pachakkadal Chuvanna Bhoomi is impressive

Rediff.com12 Aug 2013

The movie may prove to be another turning point in the recent new wave Malayalam cinema.

Recipe: Mawa Madeleines, Mango and Old Monk Trifle

Recipe: Mawa Madeleines, Mango and Old Monk Trifle

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

These three recipes by Pamela Timms will make for the perfect weekend treat.

Meet the first Kashmiri Pandit beauty queen

Meet the first Kashmiri Pandit beauty queen

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

'I come from a conservative family.' 'They had sent me to Bengaluru to study and wanted me to focus on my career.' 'I went for the Miss India auditions because it was something I wanted to do for myself.' 'My family was there and saw me perform live.' 'After I got through the finals, they supported me.' 'Now they want me to be the game-changer -- to be the first-ever Kashmiri Pandit to carve a niche in the fashion world.'

Jeev takes lead at Indonesia Open

Jeev takes lead at Indonesia Open

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

Jeev Milkha Singh produced a bogey-free round of 66 to take an outright lead into the final round of the Bank BRI-JCB Indonesia Open on Saturday.

The Un-Curry approach to Indian food

The Un-Curry approach to Indian food

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

'I wanted them to explore beyond samosas, tandoori chicken, naan and tikka masala, which were all delicious, but only represented a tiny portion of India's rich culinary diversity.' In Shared Tables, Kaumudi Marathe shares family stories and recipes from Pune to Los Angeles.

Punjab on a plate: Recipes from the Golden City

Punjab on a plate: Recipes from the Golden City

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

In the second part of a series, we bring you recipes from chef Vikas Khanna's latest book.

4 awesome ways to improve your bike's performance

4 awesome ways to improve your bike's performance

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

There are many ways to improve a bike's power character. Here are some sure shot ways

Policy niggles put India's solar dream under a shadow

Policy niggles put India's solar dream under a shadow

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

The government wants to generate 100,000 Mw of solar power by 2022.

Pravasi Special: Friends of India

Pravasi Special: Friends of India

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

'India today has to fight many a battle, all of which cry out for innovation. This is where the experience of the Diaspora could be the most productive well-spring.'

Modi wants RBI to prepare road map for financial inclusion

Modi wants RBI to prepare road map for financial inclusion

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

PM has asked the Reserve Bank to prepare a 20-year road map for financial inclusion

Review: MS Dhoni is a high-scoring success

Review: MS Dhoni is a high-scoring success

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

'The film doesn't challenge our perception as much as amiably pat it into place, yet -- thanks largely to a remarkably committed performance by the leading man -- the film scores like a champ,' feels Raja Sen.

Is only Delhi's air polluted?

Is only Delhi's air polluted?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

'The answer is no, the entire country's is.' 'So why such obsession with Delhi?' 'But the most powerful people in India live here: The prime minister, civil servants, Supreme Court judges, MPs, diplomats, dadas of the media...' 'If they can't deal with their own problem, what chance does the rest of the country have, with its foul air, dying rivers, frothing lakes, and crumbling mountains?' says Shekhar Gupta.

The truth about India's highways

The truth about India's highways

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

When Nitin Gadkari took charge as Road Transport and Highways Minister in 2014, he had set a target of constructing 40 km a day in two years. But construction at this point is a mere 16 km a day. Megha Manchanda on what ails the road sector.

The Great Gloom of Delhi

The Great Gloom of Delhi

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

'Visiting my friend in his affluent locality, I realised that the Delhi weather had become the great equaliser.' 'Pollution was always in the air, everywhere, and had become the primary subject of all conversations,' notes Ambassador B S Prakash.

Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, the world's oldest sharpshooters

Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, the world's oldest sharpshooters

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Dhruv Munjal gets up close and personal with Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, the inspiration for Saand Ki Aankh.

Draft promises changes in forest and wildlife laws but nothing official about it, yet

Draft promises changes in forest and wildlife laws but nothing official about it, yet

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

The proposed changes, as per the draft, could continue some of the existing conflict between wildlife protection regulations with the implementation of Forest Rights Act, 2006, which gives rights to tribals in all kinds of traditional forest lands -- including the wildlife zones, such as national parks. The new proposed law, just as the original one from 1972, does not explicitly recognise these rights in all wildlife areas.

Incredible winners of BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition

Incredible winners of BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Winners from the Big Picture photography competition

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

It is easy to be indulgent during this time of the year. Here are some secrets to help you enjoy the festivities and stay fit!

Why we are to blame for the flooding in our cities

Why we are to blame for the flooding in our cities

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

'India, by virtue of its gigantic population and geography, stands at the very front line of this climate catastrophe.' 'But this is a threat that our easily distracted national mind is ill-equipped to think about, let alone plan for,' says Rahul Jacob.

Forest land: As India Inc cheers, rude shock awaits the tribals

Forest land: As India Inc cheers, rude shock awaits the tribals

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

As per revised rules every four tribals is likely to be displaced or affected by projects, as their habitations were rich in natural resources

Sports Shorts: Advani retains Asian Billiards title

Sports Shorts: Advani retains Asian Billiards title

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Saturday

Cricket Buzz: Fit-again Prithvi Shaw to make comeback

Cricket Buzz: Fit-again Prithvi Shaw to make comeback

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

West Indies right-hand batsman Shai Hope believes that their upcoming five-match ODI series against England would be a good gauge for them ahead of the 2019 World Cup.

National Geographic unveils contenders for best nature photographs of the year

National Geographic unveils contenders for best nature photographs of the year

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

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E-Visa for Swedish nationals soon: President

E-Visa for Swedish nationals soon: President

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

He addressed a seminar on India and Sweden in Stockholm.

Torch begins final race to stadium from beneath Rio's Christ

Torch begins final race to stadium from beneath Rio's Christ

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

The Olympic torch was raised before Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue on Friday on the final leg of its journey to the opening ceremony of the Olympics, as Brazil excitedly put the final touches to seven years of preparations.

Are India's tactics against the WTO pact sensible?

Are India's tactics against the WTO pact sensible?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

India is threatening to block the World Trade Organization (WTO)'s trade facilitation agreement (TFA) reached at Bali last year unless its agricultural policies are permanently excluded from multilateral scrutiny.

Karnataka bypoll: Cong-JD(S) win 4-1, including BJP stronghold Ballari

Karnataka bypoll: Cong-JD(S) win 4-1, including BJP stronghold Ballari

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

The victories with huge margins came as a Diwali gift and a shot in the arm for the nearly six-month-old alliance ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls after facing frequent questions about its longevity.

Sri Sri's World Cultural Festival starts off on a high

Sri Sri's World Cultural Festival starts off on a high

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Seen as one-of-its-kind event, the festival offers a platform for spiritual and religious leaders, politicians, business leaders, peacemakers and artists to spread the message of global peace and harmony in diversity.

Want to live abroad? Best ways to get a citizenship

Want to live abroad? Best ways to get a citizenship

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

A number of countries allow you to become citizens by investing in government-approved projects or real estate or by buying bonds.

Sheena Bora Trial: The Very Co-operative Witness

Sheena Bora Trial: The Very Co-operative Witness

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Devulkar had a certain abnormal vagueness about him that was unreal and defied belief. That came across in both his slightly too easy-going, extra-cooperative manner and the ragged nature of his testimony.

Be considerate in giving loans to poor: Modi to banks

Be considerate in giving loans to poor: Modi to banks

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

The Prime Minister stressed on achieving financial inclusion.

My trek to the hill fort of Harishchandragad

My trek to the hill fort of Harishchandragad

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

N Ghia explores the unexplored terrain of Harishchandragad through Pachnai, a few hours from Mumbai, and comes away with memories of a lifetime.

IPL could be shifted to South Africa due to elections

IPL could be shifted to South Africa due to elections

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

The General Elections in India could be a bane to the upcoming seventh season of the Indian Premier League. Speculation is rife that the cash-rich Twenty20 extravaganza could be shifted to South Africa due to security concerns posed by the upcoming General Elections, the dates of which are clashing with the cricket tournament.

On the sets of The Sky is Pink

On the sets of The Sky is Pink

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

Director Shonali Basu and her actors on the making of what appears to be a memorable movie.

Australian media 'share nation's agony on cricket's saddest day'

Australian media 'share nation's agony on cricket's saddest day'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

As the entire Australia mourned the death of Phillip Hughes, the front pages of all the national dailies on Friday paid rich tribute to the young batsman, who succumbed to his head injuries yesterday that he sustained during a domestic match.

Jomolhari Diaries: A walk in the clouds

Jomolhari Diaries: A walk in the clouds

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

Guru Bhoopala's seven-day trek took him to the base camp of Jomolhari, a majestic 7,500 metre mountain, unclimbed and revered by the Bhutanese.

6 tips for you to stay fit

6 tips for you to stay fit

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

The keys for attaining good health and a fit body are quite simple. All of you have to do is take care of good nutrition, physical activity, sufficient sleep and rest, meditation and conscious breathing.

How effective will be PM's high-powered team in Paris meet?

How effective will be PM's high-powered team in Paris meet?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

The negotiations started on Sunday, a day ahead of schedule.

World leaders in Paris for crucial UN climate summit

World leaders in Paris for crucial UN climate summit

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

A key UN climate change summit that will be attended by nearly 150 world leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicks off on Monday under the shadow of the deadly Paris terror attack to try to craft a long-term deal to limit carbon emissions.