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Recipe: Shashi Tharoor's Idlis

Recipe: Shashi Tharoor's Idlis

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

These delightful idlis are great for breakfast or nashta.

Amid Annamalai buzz, DMK, AIADMK fight hard

Amid Annamalai buzz, DMK, AIADMK fight hard

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

BJP workers depend on Annamalai's popularity to emerge victorious. He has has made 100 promises to be fulfilled in 500 days and assurances include cleaning up rivers, an international airport and food vans named after former Chief Minister K Kamaraj.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

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.

5 food lessons I learned from my granny

5 food lessons I learned from my granny

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar's approach to nutrition is driven by her grandmother.

UP Dalits abandon BJP? Wins 8 of 17 SC seats, lowest in 3 polls

UP Dalits abandon BJP? Wins 8 of 17 SC seats, lowest in 3 polls

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The BJP had registered a one-sided victory on all the 17 SC-reserved seats in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections. But in 2019, out of these 17 seats, it lost Nagina and Lalganj seats to the Bahujan Samaj Party.

FMCG consumption declined in Q3

FMCG consumption declined in Q3

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

The country's Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry witnessed a consumption slowdown in the December quarter, with an overall "negative" volume growth, as consumers continue to reel under inflationary pressure, says a report. According to the report released by data analytics firm NielsenIQ on Thursday, in October-December, the FMCG industry grew 7.6 per cent in terms of value but its volume growth was (-) 0.3 per cent. "... Overall FMCG volume growth is negative, the absolute values, as well as volumes, continue to be above pre-Covid levels across markets," it said.

'This is one festival where you can look absolutely imperfect'

'This is one festival where you can look absolutely imperfect'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

These skincare tips will come handy before you step out to drench yourself in the colours of Holi.

Recipe: Easy, Home-Style Misal Pav

Recipe: Easy, Home-Style Misal Pav

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

You won't be able to stop at one serving.

Bringing back the food Indians have forgotten

Bringing back the food Indians have forgotten

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Ever heard of 'gosht ka halwa' or 'dal ki dulhan'? Avantika Bhuyan profiles a battery of food enthusiasts who are out to make sure that you do.

A food museum for rabbit heads and maggot cheese!

A food museum for rabbit heads and maggot cheese!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Sheep eyeball juice, frog smoothies and fruit bat soup... Which one do you find yucky?

Durga Pujo In Kolkata: Magical, Unforgettable

Durga Pujo In Kolkata: Magical, Unforgettable

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

There's a lot more to the festival than just five days of celebration; that is something you can only experience when you live in Kolkata. And that's what every Bengali living outside the state misses, notes Chitrangada Datta Chaudhuri.

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

India offers travel adventures no other country can offer.

Imagine! Dosas in Vietnam!

Imagine! Dosas in Vietnam!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Maya Warrier, 9, satisfies a little of her wanderlust when she journeys across the world to Vietnam, some 10 hours by flight from her home in London.

5 Healthy Asanas for Summer

5 Healthy Asanas for Summer

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Dr Hansaji Yogendra highlights the benefits of practising yoga during the summer.

How parties use WhatsApp as go to campaign medium

How parties use WhatsApp as go to campaign medium

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

In the run-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, political parties are extensively using social media to propagate their achievements and seek support from voters.

Top foods to help fight depression

Top foods to help fight depression

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Your choice of food could be a better option than popping anti-depressants.

Lord Ram was a non-vegetarian: NCP leader sparks row

Lord Ram was a non-vegetarian: NCP leader sparks row

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

'Where would a person living in the forest for 14 years go to find vegetarian food? Is it correct or not (question to the public)? Tell me when I am telling the truth'

What Delhi duties does Modi plan for Shivraj Singh?

What Delhi duties does Modi plan for Shivraj Singh?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

Speaking at a rally in Madhya Pradesh's Harda on April 24, Modi praised Chouhan saying the two had served together in the party organisation and also as chief ministers.

Over 63% voter turnout recorded in phase 2; Tripura highest with 79.46%

Over 63% voter turnout recorded in phase 2; Tripura highest with 79.46%

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The IMD has warned of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in parts of West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh during the next five days.

Millet Recipes Modiji Would Love!

Millet Recipes Modiji Would Love!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Can't get enough of millets? Try these recipes from Rediff Food.

Books, food and tradition: Memories from the city of joy

Books, food and tradition: Memories from the city of joy

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

Oh, the city of Joy! Kolkata, or Calcutta, is a wonderfully old-fashioned and archaic city. Abhik Bhattacherji takes a nostalgic look at his hometown and gives us the lowdown on what you must do when you come visiting.

Recipe: Taruna's Chocolate Nut Bar

Recipe: Taruna's Chocolate Nut Bar

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

You can enjoy it with wine, coffee or tea.

What's Cooking In Your Kitchen On Eid ul-Adha?

What's Cooking In Your Kitchen On Eid ul-Adha?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

Go ahead have a meat fiesta with a range of biryanis, kebabs curries followed by delightful desserts.

Street food goes glam

Street food goes glam

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

From nitrogen frozen bhel puri and pav bhaji fondue to duck chilli samosas and paapri pizzas, fine-dining restaurants are now adding a bit of zing to the humble street food

Recipes: Chef Sara's Fish Cutlet, Coconut Pudding

Recipes: Chef Sara's Fish Cutlet, Coconut Pudding

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Two homemade treats that will transform your Christmas celebration into a glorious one.

Ayodhya all set for grand consecration ceremony

Ayodhya all set for grand consecration ceremony

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

The much-awaited Ram temple consecration will be held in Ayodhya on Monday in a grand ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the rituals, following which the shrine will be opened for the public a day later.

Hetavi, Melwyn's Amazing Love Story

Hetavi, Melwyn's Amazing Love Story

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

'Marriage brings families together and Hetavi worked hard to fit into ours without causing any kind of disruption,' says Melwyn Coelho.

'Real love comes and goes'

'Real love comes and goes'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

'What happened to Raj and Simran after running away on the train at the end of DDLJ 20 years later? Have they become flatmates instead of lovers? What happens when the initial chemistry has worn off and love becomes a habit? This has always fascinated me.'

Onboard India's most expensive train

Onboard India's most expensive train

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

The Royale Indian Rail Tours offers one of the most luxurious train journeys across India's most beautiful locales.

Recipe: Shane's Chicken Stew With Macaroni

Recipe: Shane's Chicken Stew With Macaroni

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Care for a hot broth to welcome Father Christmas?

Time for us to sound the food alarm

Time for us to sound the food alarm

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Dun and Bradstreet forecasts that overall inflation will touch 6 per cent by the end of the current fiscal, fuelled by, among others, current high food prices and the impact of the drought. The 20 per cent deficit in the monsoon is slated to bring down kharif output by 15-20 per cent. The news couldn't get worse.

There will be clean-up in polls too: Modi's dig at awards do

There will be clean-up in polls too: Modi's dig at awards do

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

He presented the first-ever National Creators' Awards at the Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

10 superfoods your grandma wants you to try

10 superfoods your grandma wants you to try

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

The time-tested traditional foods that our grandparents relied on may not be very popular. But their nutritional diversity is indisputable, says Ameve Sharma.

Recipe: Jayanti's Bajre Ki Khichdi, Makke Ki Ghat

Recipe: Jayanti's Bajre Ki Khichdi, Makke Ki Ghat

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

While the days are still not that warm, nourish your soul with two unusual khichdis.

6 Indian Teas You Must Try

6 Indian Teas You Must Try

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

From the Himalayan Butter Tea to Hyderabad's dessert-like Irani Chai, the many varieties of Indian tea are truly surprising!

India supports mutual trust among SCO members: Modi

India supports mutual trust among SCO members: Modi

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Modi's emphasises on transit for trade comes amid Pakistan's reluctance to provide such a facility for two-way trade between India and Pakistan.

The Battle Of The Oranges

The Battle Of The Oranges

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Italians participate in the annual 'Battle of the Oranges' also known as the Carnival of Ivrea in the northern city of Ivrea, Italy on Sunday, February 19, 2023.

Onboard India's most expensive train

Onboard India's most expensive train

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

Luxury knows no bounds on India's most expensive train, The Maharajas' Express.

'Don't Know What Problem Laluji Has With Me'

'Don't Know What Problem Laluji Has With Me'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'Laluji is like my father and I am like his son.'