News for 'festive food'

Ayodhya to get 'Ramaland' on the lines of Disneyland

Ayodhya to get 'Ramaland' on the lines of Disneyland

Rediff.com8 May 2023

'With Ramaland, the tourism department is looking to attract children and adults alike. It'll be learning with entertainment.'

Karnataka to form panel to monitor hate speech as per SC order: Bommai

Karnataka to form panel to monitor hate speech as per SC order: Bommai

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

The chief minister said such speeches are on the rise across the country, especially on social media platforms.

ITC Q3 net profit rises 23% to Rs 5,070 crore

ITC Q3 net profit rises 23% to Rs 5,070 crore

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

ITC Ltd on Friday reported a 23.09 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 5,070.09 crore for the third quarter ended December 2022, helped by growth momentum across its operating segments. The diversified company had posted a net profit of Rs 4,118.80 crore during the October-December quarter of the previous fiscal, ITC said in a regulatory filing. Its revenue from operations was up 3.56 per cent to Rs 19,020.65 crore during the quarter under review, as against Rs 18,365.80 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal.

Imarti to Bhoger Khichuri: Seasonal recipes

Imarti to Bhoger Khichuri: Seasonal recipes

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Satvik food is de rigueur this time of the year in most Western and Northern Indian homes, say chefs and food historians Arundhuti Dasgupta and Shally Seth Mohile.

'My motivation is not to make money'

'My motivation is not to make money'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

'Kapil Sharma is a son of the soil and he represents the common man.' 'He is much more than a comedian.'

India Is Paying The Price For Politics Of Hate

India Is Paying The Price For Politics Of Hate

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

If you love India, you cannot weaponise religion to stay in power, asserts Ramesh Menon, author, Modi Demystified: The Making Of A Prime Minister.

'You can't look at India with a single lens'

'You can't look at India with a single lens'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

'India is a multifaceted place that resides in one country.' 'I always say that there are 1.3 billion Indias and everyone takes their own form and shape of the country.' A fascinating glimpse from Barkat: The Inspiration And Story Behind One Of The World's Largest Food Drives, Feed India.

8 Tips To Make Your Wedding Memorable

8 Tips To Make Your Wedding Memorable

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Right from the outfit to the dcor and theme, even food and activities can be customised to create a unique experience.

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.

Mangala Gauri: The 'Women's Only' Festival

Mangala Gauri: The 'Women's Only' Festival

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Married women pray to Goddess Gauri for marital bliss and the long life of their husbands. Unmarried girls worship her in order to get virtuous husbands.

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.

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Bollywood's High Points of 2022

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

As 2022 readies to bid adieu, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the 10 high points of the year.

Why Is Shipra Pathak Walking?

Why Is Shipra Pathak Walking?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

'As humans, we must realise that we cannot survive without the environment, rivers, water....'

Recipe: Chef Sabya's Salty-Sweet Brussels Sprouts

Recipe: Chef Sabya's Salty-Sweet Brussels Sprouts

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Low in calories, this is a speedy midweek meal for two.

Mother Dairy hikes milk prices by Rs 2/litre

Mother Dairy hikes milk prices by Rs 2/litre

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Mother Dairy hiked milk prices by Rs 2 per litre in the Delhi-NCR market effective Tuesday, citing an increase in its procurement rate of raw milk from producers. This is the fifth increase in milk prices since March, with the cumulative hike now totalling up to Rs 9 per litre, or 16 per cent, by Mother Dairy -- one of the leading milk suppliers in Delhi-NCR with volumes of more than 30 lakh litres per day. When contacted, R S Sodhi, MD of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which markets milk under Amul brand and is a major player in Delhi-NCR, said that there is no plan to increase its milk prices in the near future.

Recipe: Taruna's Date And Nut Bars

Recipe: Taruna's Date And Nut Bars

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

A great post-workout snack.

5 held for attacking Muslim meat traders in K'taka amid boycott halal call

5 held for attacking Muslim meat traders in K'taka amid boycott halal call

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai appealed to people to celebrate Hindu new year Ugadi and 'Hosa Tadaku' festivals peacefully without disturbing law and order.

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

10 Lovely Stories From Across The World

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Aseem Chhabra highlights 10 films that moved him, films that may show up in theatres near you.

India celebrates Lohri, gears up for Makar Sankranti

India celebrates Lohri, gears up for Makar Sankranti

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Festivals of Lohri and Bhogi were celebrated in various parts of the country with fervour on Wednesday while Indians geared up for Makar Sankranti on Thursday.

'No Time Till The Oscar Storm Passes'

'No Time Till The Oscar Storm Passes'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

'We have to do everything in our power to get as many Academy members to watch the film as possible.' 'After that, I am confident, my film will speak for itself.'

Americans celebrate October as Hindu Heritage month

Americans celebrate October as Hindu Heritage month

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Hindus worldwide celebrate Navratri, Dussehra, Durga Puja, and Diwali around October. Hence, this month was considered by several US-based Hindu organisations to celebrate as the Hindu Heritage Month

The Indian Who Performed At Cannes!

The Indian Who Performed At Cannes!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

The talented artiste was invited to sing at the Tiffany's fashion show that was hosted at the Hermitage Hotel, Monaco, as part of the festival this year.

How Couples Plan To Celebrate Holi

How Couples Plan To Celebrate Holi

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

34% male and female users admitted that organising an afternoon Holi party and inviting your lover along with your friends is a tried and tested method to meet them if your family is still not updated with your dating life.

PIX: Malaika, Bipasha get into festive mood

PIX: Malaika, Bipasha get into festive mood

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Alia-Ranbir took 'chaar phere' only

Alia-Ranbir took 'chaar phere' only

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

'The presiding pandit, who is a regular at the Kapoors, explained in detail why it was going to be chaar phere.'

Recipe: Cook up these Ganesha festival treats

Recipe: Cook up these Ganesha festival treats

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

This Ganeshotsav welcome the elephant God with this easy-to-make recipes.

Recipe: Sugar-Free Ragi Modaks

Recipe: Sugar-Free Ragi Modaks

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

A mouth-watering recipe that won't make you feel guilty.

Recipe: Odia Style Dahi Baigana

Recipe: Odia Style Dahi Baigana

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

This is a no onion, no garlic recipe.

Sonia tears into Modi govt, says PM's actions speak far louder...

Sonia tears into Modi govt, says PM's actions speak far louder...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

"Religious festivals seem to have become occasions to intimidate and bully others -- a far cry from when they were occasions for joy and celebration. Instead, there is intimidation and discrimination only on account of their religion, food, caste, gender or language," Gandhi said.

The auto driver who won at Venice Film Festival

The auto driver who won at Venice Film Festival

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

'My status in society as an auto driver could never have brought me this glory; it is my writing that has taken me across the seas and brought me fame.' M Chandrakumar shares his success story.

Keep The Anti-Muslim Pot Boiling All 365 Days

Keep The Anti-Muslim Pot Boiling All 365 Days

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Hindu festivals are now becoming occasions when anti-Muslim hatred is expressed freely through slogans and songs that are full of abuse against Muslims or calls to either kill them or humiliate them, observes Apoorvanand.

How Katrina Celebrated Christmas!

How Katrina Celebrated Christmas!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Like everyone else, Bollywood celebrated Christmas over the weekend and made beautiful, festive pictures.

Puran, Alu Wadi and more Ganesha recipes!

Puran, Alu Wadi and more Ganesha recipes!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

Ladies from across the country share their household recipes that mark the Ganesha festival.

India shining: Inflation eases, factory output rises

India shining: Inflation eases, factory output rises

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

In a double delight, retail inflation eased to a one-year low of 5.72 per cent - staying below the upper tolerance limit for two months in a row, while factory output rose sharply to 7.2 per cent on the back of healthy growth in manufacturing. The retail inflation numbers based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) will provide some room for the Reserve Bank to further moderate the quantum of hike in key interest rate or even press a pause button. The RBI has been on a rate hiking spree since May 2022 in its bid to tame inflation, having raised the repo rate by a cumulative 225 basis points (bps).

Healthier Diwali recipes: Gujjias, Chaklis and more!

Healthier Diwali recipes: Gujjias, Chaklis and more!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Nirmala Garimella offers healthier sweets and savories for the festival.

JNU clash: Edu ministry seeks report, students' union demands judicial probe

JNU clash: Edu ministry seeks report, students' union demands judicial probe

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Student bodies protested outside the Jamia Millia Islamia against what transpired at JNU and to demand that food choices cannot be imposed on people in the name of Ram Navami.

Recipe: Kerala-Style Moringa Leaves Stir-Fry

Recipe: Kerala-Style Moringa Leaves Stir-Fry

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

Drumstick leaves is widely used in many South Indian recipes.

Parade of sweets: Diwali delicacies!

Parade of sweets: Diwali delicacies!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Satarupa Banerjee offers sweet recipes to celebrate the dazzling festival of lights.

Mid-Day Meal is now PM POSHAN, to cover pre-primary students

Mid-Day Meal is now PM POSHAN, to cover pre-primary students

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

The Union cabinet on Wednesday approved the roll-out of the 'PM POSHAN in Schools' scheme that will provide hot cooked meal to students of elementary classes in government and government-aided schools across the country.

Share your Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri recipes

Share your Sankranti, Pongal, Lohri recipes

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Share your special recipes for the festival season.