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Coming soon: India's first branded chocolate chain

Coming soon: India's first branded chocolate chain

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Unlike global majors like Lindt and Godiva no standalone Indian chocolate boutiques have expanded into a national chain yet. ITC plans to change that with its luxury chocolate brand Fabelle, says Avishek Rakshit.

Have children immediately after marriage: Stalin to newly-weds

Have children immediately after marriage: Stalin to newly-weds

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin urged newlyweds to have children immediately after marriage, citing a potential link between population size and the number of MPs a state receives. He argued that a larger population could lead to more seats in the Lok Sabha during the upcoming delimitation exercise, which would be based on population. Stalin also criticized the BJP's three-language policy and alleged the central government is attempting to reduce Tamil Nadu's representation in the Lok Sabha. He called for unity among political parties in Tamil Nadu to oppose these moves.

Khushi Says Sorry To Janhvi

Khushi Says Sorry To Janhvi

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Vijay's rugged look... Hansika serves looks... Krystal holidays in Goa...

Sweet Fashion in Paris: Chocolate Dresses!

Sweet Fashion in Paris: Chocolate Dresses!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

Rediff.com takes a look at this wonderful world of chocolaty goodness.

This 100 kg chocolate Ganesha will feed the hungry

This 100 kg chocolate Ganesha will feed the hungry

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The edible Ganesha created by 20 chefs will be immersed in milk and distributed as milkshake to underprivileged children.

Oh no! Chocolate to disappear by 2040?

Oh no! Chocolate to disappear by 2040?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

Chocolate lovers, there's bad news for you!

'When You Win The Birth Lottery!'

'When You Win The Birth Lottery!'

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'I always knew that the only thing that mattered to her was genuinely our health, happiness and welfare.' 'We never heard the 'Log kya kahenge? narrative.'

How to make Eggless Chocolate Mousse

How to make Eggless Chocolate Mousse

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

The season of festivities and celebrations is here. Help us celebrate it better with some mouth-watering traditional recipes. Share your fav!

FTA talks may figure in Sitharaman's London meetings

FTA talks may figure in Sitharaman's London meetings

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Issues related to the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) and bilateral investment treaty between India and the UK are expected to figure during the three-day visit of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to London from April 8-10, official sources said. The minister will attend a host of meetings, including the India-United Kingdom Economic and Financial Dialogue, in London.

Nivetha's Easy Elegance!

Nivetha's Easy Elegance!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Nivetha Thomas's style choices are chic, easy-to-wear and she absolutely loves desi attire.

Recipe: How to make chocolate mousse

Recipe: How to make chocolate mousse

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

Anita Aikara shares this sinful recipe made without cream, eggs and butter.

Chocolates! Sinfully good

Chocolates! Sinfully good

Rediff.com31 Jul 2004

Have You Watched These Aamir Khan Films?

Have You Watched These Aamir Khan Films?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

There are as many as 22 movies at the Aamir Khan Film Festival in theatres, celebrating the actor's 60th birthday.

Amul shifts focus to dark chocolates to regain market share

Amul shifts focus to dark chocolates to regain market share

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

With launch of second plant in Gujarat, company gets ready to take on peers

'Ishaan Has Been Advised To Do Herogiri'

'Ishaan Has Been Advised To Do Herogiri'

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'When Shahid, Ishaan and I are together, it is a madhouse because we are all performers.'

Is This Vaani's Favourite Colour?

Is This Vaani's Favourite Colour?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Vaani Kapoor has been really faithful to this shade.

YUMMY! Stunning images of chocolate shops and factories

YUMMY! Stunning images of chocolate shops and factories

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The global chocolate market is expected to grow $98.3 billion in 2016.

Amul Chocolates plans to be a Rs 10 bn brand

Amul Chocolates plans to be a Rs 10 bn brand

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

From modest milk chocolate for kids 45 years ago to sophisticated dark chocolate for adults, Amul is a part of India's history.

India maintains high import duty on American goods: US report

India maintains high import duty on American goods: US report

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

India maintains "high" import duties on a wide range of American goods such as agricultural items, drug formulations, and alcoholic beverages, besides imposing non-tariif barriers, a US report has said. A day before announcing reciprocal tariffs, the US Trade Representative (USTR) released the 2025 National Trade Estimate (NTE) Report on March 31.

Recipe: How to make a gluten-free chocolate cake

Recipe: How to make a gluten-free chocolate cake

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Pastry chef Namal Kalubowila, Mvenpick Hotel Colombo, Sri Lanka brings to you a simple and delicious gluten free chocolate cake recipe

Why Manmohan skipped meals during his Cambridge days

Why Manmohan skipped meals during his Cambridge days

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, faced financial difficulties during his time studying at Cambridge University in the mid-1950s, according to his daughter Daman Singh's book "Strictly Personal: Manmohan and Gursharan". The book details how Singh, who was on a scholarship, often had to skip meals or live on a sixpence bar of Cadbury's chocolate to make ends meet. The book also offers insights into Singh's personal life, including his fondness for singing, his quirky sense of humor, and his habit of giving nicknames to people. Daman Singh describes her father as a man who was careful with money, had a good sense of humor, and was a loving husband and father.

Xmas special: Healthy chocolate recipes you must try

Xmas special: Healthy chocolate recipes you must try

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

Who says chocolate is unhealthy?

In India, love affair with chocolates continues

In India, love affair with chocolates continues

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Chocolate majors in India posted healthy top-line growth in FY19. While Mondelez India Foods - the marketer of Cadbury - continued to lead the pack, Nestle India, which dominates the confectionery space with leading brands like Kitkat and Munch, continues to hold the third spot in revenue. However, two of these companies - Mars International India and Hershey India - still remain in the red.

Love chocolate? Try this Diwali recipe!

Love chocolate? Try this Diwali recipe!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

The kids will thank you for this.

Photos! How the world's most expensive chocolate is made

Photos! How the world's most expensive chocolate is made

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

It costs approximately 6,00,000.

Recipe: Fancy Martinis for World Gin Day

Recipe: Fancy Martinis for World Gin Day

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Three splashy cocktails to knock your guests' socks off.

Want to be a chocolate connoisseur?

Want to be a chocolate connoisseur?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

Chocolates don't just add inches to your waist; they can also add money to your bank account if you take on the role of a chocolatier.

In PHOTOS: Inside the chocolate wonderland

In PHOTOS: Inside the chocolate wonderland

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

The World Chocolate Wonderland, China's chocolate-themed park, threw open its gates to the world on December 16.

How to make Chocolate Lava Cake

How to make Chocolate Lava Cake

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

Craving something sweet? Pooja Dhinga of Le15 Patisserie teaches you to make

Shristi's Air-Fried Chicken Schnitzel

Shristi's Air-Fried Chicken Schnitzel

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Crispy, light chicken cutlets make for a great dinner course.

Travelogue: Making chocolates in Budapest

Travelogue: Making chocolates in Budapest

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

Rediff reader Gouri Patwardhan recently visited Budapest in Hungary and discovered the art of making yummy chocolates.

USTR Report Intensifies Trade Tensions With India

USTR Report Intensifies Trade Tensions With India

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The US Trade Representative noted that India's average applied tariff rate stood at 17% per cent, the highest of any major world economy.

How chocolate creates electricity

How chocolate creates electricity

Rediff.com2 Jun 2006

If you thought that chocolates only had the power to tantalise your taste buds, think again, as microbiologist Lynne Mackaskie and her colleagues at the University of Birmingham in the UK have powered a fuel cell by feeding chocolate.

Recipe: How to make Chocolate Brownies

Recipe: How to make Chocolate Brownies

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Craving something sweet? Five ingredients is all you need to make this sinful dessert.

Recipe: Varun Inamdar's Kashmiri Doon Ki Chutney

Recipe: Varun Inamdar's Kashmiri Doon Ki Chutney

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

This simple chutney can be served with kebabs and other starters.

Chocolate review

Chocolate review

Rediff.com15 Oct 2007

With Chocolate Shafi and Prithviraj have at last made it to the marquee together. The subject of this maybe far-fetched, but it is surely worth a watch.

Most expensive chocolates in the world

Most expensive chocolates in the world

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

Chocolates may help a person relax but talking about it is exciting. For chocolate lovers, here is a list of most expensive chocolates in the world.

Recipes: How to make Amarula Dom Pedro and Nirvana By Chocolate

Recipes: How to make Amarula Dom Pedro and Nirvana By Chocolate

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Presenting three interesting cocktails you can make with the cream liqueur.

9 health benefits of dark chocolate

9 health benefits of dark chocolate

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

Dark chocolate contains several compounds that are linked to good health and potential 'aphrodisiac' effects.

Stunning, Sassy Shalini

Stunning, Sassy Shalini

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The actor is uber stylish when it comes to what she wears.