News for 'South Indian food'

What's Special About Ladakh. Spiti. Kolkata. Varanasi?

What's Special About Ladakh. Spiti. Kolkata. Varanasi?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Indians are becoming much more spendy and discerning travellers and look for places that can offer them a 'new' kind of experience.

Was Narasimha Rao India's Best Prime Minister?

Was Narasimha Rao India's Best Prime Minister?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

'He told senior journalists a few days after the Babri Masjid demolition, 'Jo hua theek hua. Maine isliye hone diya ki BJP ki rajniti hamesha ke liye khatam ho jaye.'

India at 107th rank out of 121 nations in Global Hunger Index 2022

India at 107th rank out of 121 nations in Global Hunger Index 2022

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

India ranked 107 out of 121 countries in the Global Hunger Index 2022 with its child wasting rate at 19.3 per cent, being the highest in the world.

Jaishankar discusses Sudan with UN chief, supports efforts for early ceasefire

Jaishankar discusses Sudan with UN chief, supports efforts for early ceasefire

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Jaishankar, who met Guterres at the UN headquarters in New York, also discussed other issues, including India's presidency of the G20 and the Ukraine conflict, with the UN chief.

Indian cabbie assaulted by Australian footballer

Indian cabbie assaulted by Australian footballer

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

In yet another attack on an Indian in Melbourne, a taxi driver from the community was injured when a drunk Australian star footballer allegedly assaulted him after an altercation. Essendon football player Michael Hurley was arrested for kicking and punching an Indian cabbie outside a fast-food outlet on Hoddle Street. The police arrested Hurley at the scene. The soccer player was later taken to Fitzroy police station and questioned about the incident.

'There is space for a brand like Vistara'

'There is space for a brand like Vistara'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

'I am seven months into the job, but it feels like seven years.'

Pilot, husband held for ill-treating minor maid in Delhi; NCPCR seeks report

Pilot, husband held for ill-treating minor maid in Delhi; NCPCR seeks report

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

The police said the woman works as a pilot with a private airline while her husband is deployed with the ground staff in another private airline.

India's Shanghai consulate shuts in-person services as Covid cases worsen

India's Shanghai consulate shuts in-person services as Covid cases worsen

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

Indian citizens in Eastern China Region may apply at the Embassy of India, Beijing for availing urgent consular services, the Consulate said in a notice issued on Tuesday.

How a 'cricket nomad' is coping in war-torn Ukraine

How a 'cricket nomad' is coping in war-torn Ukraine

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

As Russian forces closed in on Kyiv, the chief executive of the Ukraine Cricket Federation (UCF) locked himself in his seventh-floor apartment in the capital.

Is the worst over for Indian banks?

Is the worst over for Indian banks?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Is the worst over for Indian banks? The past two years saw them ride on treasury trades as deposits soared and credit growth dipped sharply. Gross and net non-performing assets (NPAs) moved south, and the provision coverage ratio (PCR), capital buffers, and profitability indicators are back at pre-pandemic levels. So, what's the plot ahead?

Ahmedabad Doesn't Sleep. It Eats

Ahmedabad Doesn't Sleep. It Eats

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Ahmedabad is home to the strangest of cuisines and is a city of contrasts, if you look beyond the tourist places.

'South Asian countries are fighting for sportsmanship glory, not bombs'

'South Asian countries are fighting for sportsmanship glory, not bombs'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Postponed several times due to a variety of reasons, the much-delayed but the biggest South Asian Games ever begin, in Guwahati, on Friday, with hosts India expected to stamp their superiority in the regional spectacle.

'It was an outstanding vegetarian meal'

'It was an outstanding vegetarian meal'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'I was amazed at how tasty it was.' 'They did a good job with millets and lentils, which Mr Modi liked.'

India cites 'inherent limitations' in resolution, abstains from UGA's Ukraine vote

India cites 'inherent limitations' in resolution, abstains from UGA's Ukraine vote

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

India abstained in the UN General Assembly on Thursday on a resolution that underscored the need to reach "comprehensive, just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, citing the resolution's "inherent limitations" in reaching New Delhi's desired goal of securing lasting peace and ending the conflict which has been raging for one year now.

Rise and fall of the Dosa King

Rise and fall of the Dosa King

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

His blind faith in astrology took him down a tragic path that has now come to define his life.

What Googly Will Modi Bowl in 2024?

What Googly Will Modi Bowl in 2024?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

It is not unlikely that ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, the BJP government comes up with more imaginative schemes aimed at constituency-building. The party under Modi's leadership has a more modern thinking in such matters unlike its rivals, which are still steeped only in ideology, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

When The Party Ends And Reality's Cold Light Shines Through...

When The Party Ends And Reality's Cold Light Shines Through...

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

There will be a lot to repair and rejuvenate -- if that opportunity even presents itself, warns Rathin Roy.

Why 27,000 Litres Of Ganga Jal Was Carried to London

Why 27,000 Litres Of Ganga Jal Was Carried to London

Rediff.com6 May 2023

When Jaipur's Maharaja Madho Singh was invited to attend King Edward VII's coronation in 1902, he chartered a ship for Rs 15 lakh for the journey. He also carried 27,000 litres of Ganga jal on board. Prakash Bhandari recalls the maharaja's voyage to attend a British monarch's coronation on a day when Charles III will be crowned king at Westminster Abbey.

Eating out: The urban Udupi still rocks

Eating out: The urban Udupi still rocks

Rediff.com15 Feb 2010

Abhishek Mande reviews one of the oldest South Indian restaurants in the city that tosses up food at the speed of light.

30,000 shifted ahead of Biparjoy, Army, NDRF plan relief measures

30,000 shifted ahead of Biparjoy, Army, NDRF plan relief measures

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Relief Commissioner Alok Pandey told reporters that the government is constantly working to ensure that there is no loss of life due to the weather phenomenon.

How Mamallapuram Came To Be Top Tourist Site

How Mamallapuram Came To Be Top Tourist Site

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Mamallapuram's Group of Monuments -- a collection of 7th- and 8th-century religious structures -- attracted 46 per cent of the total foreign tourists who visited India compared to 12 per cent by the Taj.

China lauds India's 'great efforts' to help Lanka, says S Asia its priority

China lauds India's 'great efforts' to help Lanka, says S Asia its priority

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Rajapaksa said China indicated that it would help Sri Lanka, while adding that "usually they don't like" lending out more money to cover earlier debt payments.

Why India's Growth Rate Has Suffered

Why India's Growth Rate Has Suffered

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

'80% of the rural and urban population don't have enough purchasing power.'

Just who is Siddharth?

Just who is Siddharth?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

'He is busy building an image on the social media as an anti-right-winger.' 'But remember: An actor is only good at what he was born to do,' observes Subhash K Jha.

'They took everything they could find'

'They took everything they could find'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

'Anything that couldn't be stolen they destroyed.' Saloni Dhumne and Atreya Raghavan speak to members of the Indian community in Durban -- the largest congregation of Indians outside India -- who were targeted in last month's horrific riots.

Video: Dosas on Mumbai streets

Video: Dosas on Mumbai streets

Rediff.com23 Feb 2010

Abhishek Mande checks out the south Indian dosas as they are made on Mumbai streets.

Why Deepika chose THIS venue for her reception

Why Deepika chose THIS venue for her reception

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Hint: The Leela houses the actor's favourite Italian restaurant.

India probes eye drop linked to vision loss in US

India probes eye drop linked to vision loss in US

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

A three-member team each from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the State Drug Controller visited the plant in Tamil Nadu's Kancheepuram, 40 km from Chennai, on Friday after the company recalled the eye drop.

India really matters more in this polarised world: Jaishankar

India really matters more in this polarised world: Jaishankar

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

India has so many relationships, such an ability to communicate and find touch points with different countries and regions.

India led G20 very well to date, but...: US

India led G20 very well to date, but...: US

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

India as the G20 host has a 'unique role' to play in bringing about an end to the war in Ukraine due to its 'longstanding historical' ties to Russia, the United States has said, expressing hope to work closely with New Delhi to find a way to stop the conflict.

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

The flight arrived at Wuhan's Tianhe International Airport on Friday evening. While the official number of students to be airlifted in the two flights is not known, Indians who reached the Wuhan airport on Friday said they were told that 374 were expected to be airlifted by the Air India flight. India has taken an undertaking from the Indians travelling in the two flights that they would be quarantined for 14 days after their arrival, besides undergoing special checks at the Wuhan airport.

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.

Rising cost of goods, services affecting purchasing decisions in India: EY report

Rising cost of goods, services affecting purchasing decisions in India: EY report

Rediff.com11 May 2022

A majority of the Indian consumers are bullish about their financial situation in the next one year, but have raised concerns over rising cost of goods and services, which is affecting their purchasing decisions, according to an EY report. Moreover, uncertainty around managing rising living costs is driving over 80 per cent in India to save more money, said the findings of the ninth edition of the EY Future Consumer Index for India. The Index for India reaffirms the "positive outlook" of the Indian consumers as 77 per cent expect positive changes in the financial situation, in the next one year.

India can help find solution to food security issue: WTO

India can help find solution to food security issue: WTO

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Speaking at the CII's partnership summit in Jaipur, Azevedo who is the Director General of WTO, also said the member countries should implement the trade facilitation agreement on time as it would help in reducing cost of commerce and boosting exports.

MasterChef Recipes: 4 classic Indian dishes to make at home

MasterChef Recipes: 4 classic Indian dishes to make at home

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Satisfy your food cravings with these unique stir-fried recipes.

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

In his condolence message, Israeli Prime Minister Lapid said that the thoughts and prayers of all Israelis are with the people of India following yesterday's devastating bridge collapse in Gujarat.

'Ayushmann is the bravest actor in our country'

'Ayushmann is the bravest actor in our country'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'I didn't expect much from him when he came on set.' 'But he was just jumping and flying around and I couldn't tell that this was his first action film!'

FPIs invest Rs 22,452-cr in equities in Aug

FPIs invest Rs 22,452-cr in equities in Aug

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

After turning net buyers last month, foreign investors have become aggressive shoppers of Indian equities and have invested Rs 22,452 crore in the first two weeks of August amid softening inflation concerns. This was way higher than a net investment of nearly Rs 5,000 crore by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in the entire month of July, data with depositories showed. FPIs had turned net buyers for the first time in July, after nine straight months of massive net outflows, which started in October last year.

Leicester violence: UK police nabs 47; Hindus, Muslims appeal for harmony

Leicester violence: UK police nabs 47; Hindus, Muslims appeal for harmony

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

Leicestershire police said a 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to possession of an offensive weapon during clashes in the city.

Havmor Ice Cream sold for Rs 1,020 crore to South Korean Lotte Confectionery

Havmor Ice Cream sold for Rs 1,020 crore to South Korean Lotte Confectionery

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Havmor makes 150 products from its two plants and has around 30,000 dealers