Deepa Mehrotra's Diwalis in her hometown of Sitapur were full of rang.
When it comes to fashion, the sisters know how to have fun.
The star ingredient of many a delicious preparation is, of course, cheese!
Why wait to be invited to a Parsi wedding to taste their heartwarming cuisine?
The Reserve Bank on Friday retained the inflation forecast for 2023-24 at 5.4 per cent, and vowed to take timely measures to prevent any spillovers of global food and fuel price shocks. Stressing that the Reserve Bank has identified high inflation as a major risk to macroeconomic stability and sustainable growth, Governor Shaktikanta Das said the September retail inflation number may be lower than August and July prints. The headline inflation based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) moderated to 4.6 per cent in first quarter of 2023-24 as compared to 7.3 per cent in the same period a year ago.
Make the ragi batter in advance and store it in the refrigerator. It comes handy when you're short of time in the kitchen.
Summer calls for a light brunch with fresh berries and chicken or grilled paneer.
Test your knowledge of Indian street food with this fun quiz!
Amid the ongoing festival season and ahead of the elections for five state assemblies, the Centre is closely monitoring inflation, particularly in food items, to enable it to take steps to increase their supplies. "There is a complete no-nonsense attitude when it comes to food inflation, and instructions have been issued at all levels to be very sensitive to any possible price movements in any commodity," a senior official explained. Sources have said that all departments dealing with food items have been instructed to keep a close eye on all commodities and maintain a weekly record of their price movements.
Unprecedented rains and floods in the northern region in the past few days have not only caused extensive damage to lives and property but have also impacted business and commercial establishments. Vegetable prices have gone through the roof in the national capital and many other parts of the country since rains started pouring earlier this month. Traders say vegetable prices would come down only after roads open and skies clear, even as water in the fields will take time to recede.
Bagel sandwiches are mix and match and can be filled with anything.
Analysts are divided on their retail price inflation forecast, with some saying the first quarter numbers will overshoot the RBI target by as much as 60 bps while others are softer in their estimate. Consumer price inflation retreated from its 15-month peak of 7.4 per cent in July to 6.8 per cent in August, much lower than the market expectations, despite vegetable prices remaining elevated at 26.1 per cent. Food inflation eased to 9.9 per cent from 11.5 per cent, led by some cooling of inflation in vegetables, cereals, pulses and milk.
Give your favourite dal an upgrade with this recipe featuring a host of veggies.
A South Indian curry bursting with spice and tanginess.
August 15 needs a colourful menu. We have tiranga options galore, served up just for you.
A daughter's ode to her mom's love for cooking.
Sutta Kathirikkai goes well with idli, dosa, chapattis and even rice.
The home chef offers up a Mangalorean recipe for mutton that she learnt from her 'Mangala Aunty'.
Assassin's Spaghetti, or in Italian Spaghetti All' Assassina, gets its name not from the murder you commit on the pasta -- because you actually kill off the spaghetti by burning it crisp -- but from the levels of red chilly that will do in the eater.
Crunchy papaya salad tastes much more awesome than you could imagine.
What can you do with common leftovers -- bread, coconut chutney, dal, rice, rotis.
'I want us not to underestimate Indian voters. They can tell good work from bad.'
Whip up spreads on the double, especially when supplies run low.
It's a fusion dish with a South Indian touch.
Ramanunni Nair's spicy chicken recipe can be served up with rice, rotis or Malabar parottas.
The pungent masala of the Mutton Xacutti can be used to make a mixed vegetable dish too.
For five consecutive policy reviews in 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) chose to hold rates, citing inflation threat. And when the prices did cool off a bit, it reminded all about the target to get the headline consumer price inflation at 4 per cent and the risks from food inflation. Heading into the new year, all eyes are on when RBI will cut the rates, especially after one of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) members stressed on the need for such an action in the face of the US Federal Reserve's guidance for easing rates.
'Outrage will take place sooner than later, because it's not only that their mandate has been stolen, but the most important issue right now is the sinking economy in Pakistan.' 'Inflation is 26%-27%. It is backbreaking inflation.' 'Food, energy, education, health, which are the primary things that every family requires, is going beyond the reach of the masses.'
Prepare the Vangi Bhat powder beforehand and store in an air-tight container and then make Eggplant Vangi Bhat in a jiffy.
'Due to rural stress, volumes continue to remain an issue for the industry, and we are yet to see any revival in demand.'
When in need of a delightful Ramzan dish with a royal touch, make Murgh Musallam.
This meal is high in protein and very good for diabetics.
In Bengali 'jhal' means spicy and 'muri' means puffed rice.
2019 was the Bharatiya Janata Party's breakout year, when it stretched the boundaries of what was thought possible and ended up with 303 seats on its own steam. Now it is forced to play defence, on a pitch queered by too many variables, asserts Prem Panicker.
A glass of well-made gazpacho is more refreshing than a Bloody Mary or a lassi.
