News for 'festive food'

Stars flood Kapil Sharma's reception

Stars flood Kapil Sharma's reception

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

What a moralebooster for the comic returning to our television screens this weekend!

Retailers defy pandemic woes to add new stores

Retailers defy pandemic woes to add new stores

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

Real estate experts say rentals have corrected by 5-10 per cent across formats, including office, retail and housing, with a pick-up expected over the next few quarters as the economy recovers.

5 Asanas to DETOX Your Body

5 Asanas to DETOX Your Body

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

A detox yoga routine will improve digestion, boost strength and increase flexibility, says Radhika Iyer.

Must see! Ganpati celebrations at Mumbai's oldest pandal

Must see! Ganpati celebrations at Mumbai's oldest pandal

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

A sneak peek into how residents of the Keshavji Naik Chawl in Girgaum, Mumbai, welcome Lord Ganesha.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Ten images that show we live an incredibly bizarre world.

Red velvet or blueberry khakhra, anyone?

Red velvet or blueberry khakhra, anyone?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

India is definitely not a country for mild flavours. And a new generation of Indian entrepreneurs are cashing in on it by adding a delicious twist to our favourite traditional snacks.

'It's going to be a dirty Holi for me'

'It's going to be a dirty Holi for me'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Bollywood actors are looking forward to the festival of Holi, and have already made their plans for the day.

Travel calendar: Places to visit in January

Travel calendar: Places to visit in January

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

It's never to late to squeeze in a quick trip this month.

Ayodhya awaits its big day, outsiders not welcome

Ayodhya awaits its big day, outsiders not welcome

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Ayodhya is decked up for the bhoomi pujan that will be attended at the Ram Janmabhoomi by 175 people, who figure in a select guest list of seers and politicians topped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

6 smart things women MUST do this Holi

6 smart things women MUST do this Holi

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

Use tampons. Apply coconut oil. Wear cotton clothes.

Govt-farmers meet ends; next round of talks likely on Jan 15

Govt-farmers meet ends; next round of talks likely on Jan 15

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Sticking to their key demand of the repeal of three farm laws to end their protest, farmer leaders on Friday told the government their 'ghar wapsi' can happen only after 'law wapsi' but the Centre insisted talks must be limited to contentious clauses and ruled out a complete withdrawal of Acts.

Rashmi Bansal: I grew up believing that India Can!

Rashmi Bansal: I grew up believing that India Can!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

India can launch a rocket into space, grow its own food and make its own dams. That's something to be proud of, and I certainly am. I grew up believing all religions lead to the same God. You can have yours, I can have mine, and we can enjoy each others' festivals. I believe this India still exists in the majority of hearts, says bestselling author Rashmi Bansal on Rediff.com's special series on what we love most about India.

Bollywood's YUMMIEST foodie moments!

Bollywood's YUMMIEST foodie moments!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

For the love of films... and larger-than-life food!

Get ready for Aditya-Shraddha's OK Jaanu

Get ready for Aditya-Shraddha's OK Jaanu

Rediff.com16 May 2016

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

Economy very close to hitting crisis point

Economy very close to hitting crisis point

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

'The Indian economy is in slowdown and growth may stay slow,' notes Devangshu Datta.

1971 War: A brave Dakota pilot's contribution

1971 War: A brave Dakota pilot's contribution

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'We flew all missions in the first part of the war at low levels; that is at 300 to 500 feet above the ground.' 'These sorties were no doubt stressful since the pilots and crew had to look out for birds and obstructions as well as enemy gunfire.'

Farmer unions insist on repeal of laws, not possible: Tomar

Farmer unions insist on repeal of laws, not possible: Tomar

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Speaking to reporters after the meeting that lasted for little over two hours, Tomar said the government is still hopeful that union leaders will come with alternatives to discuss in the next round of talks on January 15.

Why this model-celebrity chef loves India

Why this model-celebrity chef loves India

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

Australian MasterChef runner-up Sarah Todd can't get over India.

Obama wishes Happy Diwali, praises resilence of Sikhs

Obama wishes Happy Diwali, praises resilence of Sikhs

Rediff.com14 Nov 2012

United States President Barack Obama wished people "happy Diwali" and "saal mubarak" on Tuesday. Here's is the president's complete statement.

'Amitabh began his day reading the Gita'

'Amitabh began his day reading the Gita'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

'He wrote a letter to his parents every night, and read the Gita every morning before going about his work.'

Scramble for supplies marks Day 1 of lockdown

Scramble for supplies marks Day 1 of lockdown

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Long queues outside grocery stores, inflated prices, difficulty in getting important items -- these were some of the problems encountered by people in the National Capital Region (NCR).

'I am like an energiser bunny'

'I am like an energiser bunny'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

'I was born a lower middle-class person, am one today and will die as one,' Billboard's International Power Player Devraj Sanyal tells Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Essential goods' prices under govt watch

Essential goods' prices under govt watch

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

PMO being sent daily updates on food cost situation in four major metropolitan cities to ensure no unusual flare-up.

Durga Puja recipes: Luchis, Aloor Dum and more!

Durga Puja recipes: Luchis, Aloor Dum and more!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

In the second of a two-part festive recipe series, we bring you traditional Bengali preparations to help celebrate Durga Puja.

Export curb likely on rice, wheat, sugar and cotton

Export curb likely on rice, wheat, sugar and cotton

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

Govt uneasy at prices, availability for domestic consumption.

Recipes: Delicious Durga Puja snacks and desserts!

Recipes: Delicious Durga Puja snacks and desserts!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

In the first of a two-part festive recipe series, we bring you traditional Bengali preparations to help celebrate Durga Puja.

Recipe: Paneer Kheer and Chana Burfi

Recipe: Paneer Kheer and Chana Burfi

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Taruna Bakshi shares healthy and easy recipes for the festive season.

Can Chappan Bhog fight the West?

Can Chappan Bhog fight the West?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2005

The marketing jugernaut has ignored traditional Indian cuisine.

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

These images from across the globe tell that it is a crazy world out there.

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!

Recipe: How to make Chikki

Recipe: How to make Chikki

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Traditionally made from peanuts, this candy also comes in different variants now.

More colourful the sweet, more harmful it is

More colourful the sweet, more harmful it is

Rediff.com8 Nov 2007

Toxic colourings are being used as these are easily available, comparatively cheap and above all look attractive and fascinate buyers, especially children. But they could be carcinogenic. Toxic effects of these colours may include diseases like paralysis, brain damage, vomiting, diarrhoea, giddiness and food poisoning.

How Google stands to gain from the Flipkart-Walmart mega deal

How Google stands to gain from the Flipkart-Walmart mega deal

Rediff.com7 May 2018

Google will be able to co-relate data from the first click to the final delivery of product. This kind of knowledge is invaluable, something which even Amazon does not have.

Celebrating the Goddess in Chennai

Celebrating the Goddess in Chennai

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

Navratri celebrations in Chennai are not only about Golu dolls, Saraswathi Puja or Ayudha Puja. These days, Durga Puja and Dandiya Raas too are regular events in the city, reports S Saraswathi.

Have you watched these short films?

Have you watched these short films?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

ZEE5 has launched a short film festival. Joginder Tuteja tells you what's on offer.

Rahul Gandhi watches jallikattu in Tamil Nadu

Rahul Gandhi watches jallikattu in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Gandhi said he has "received tremendous love and affection from people of Tamil Nadu and it is my duty to stand with people of Tamil Nadu and protect their history, their culture and their language."

Jerry Seinfeld to perform in India

Jerry Seinfeld to perform in India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

The shows will take place on March 14 and 15 in Mumbai.

A Feminist Messiah Passes Into The Ages

A Feminist Messiah Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Sonal lived the feminist slogan: The personal is political, in a way few feminists have been able to. She will be remembered and missed for doing this not with a dour self-righteousness, but with humour and a rare joie de vivre, remembers Jyoti Punwani.

Have your skin glowing this Diwali!

Have your skin glowing this Diwali!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

Dermatologist Dr Parul Kolhe outlines some dos and don'ts to maintain healthy skin through the festive season.

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

Reuben NV shared these pictures of floats from Panjim.