News for 'festive food'

Wear masks, don't spit, shun complacency: PM in 'Mann ki Baat'

Wear masks, don't spit, shun complacency: PM in 'Mann ki Baat'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2020

Addressing his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' programme, he also said that India's fight against the novel coronavirus has become people-driven wherein every citizen is playing his or her part.

Meet these Superstar Sisters!

Meet these Superstar Sisters!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

'When people who ignored us, when relatives who have not spoken to us for a long time, congratulated us, it was a proud moment for my mother.'

Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8

Shrines to open in Bengal from June 1, offices from June 8

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Two days before the end of the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday announced a slew of relaxations, including reopening of shrines from June 1.

What you must know about China and coronavirus

What you must know about China and coronavirus

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

How China's all powerful Communist party bungled the response to the coronavirus crisis.

15 BEAUTIFUL stories, told on screen

15 BEAUTIFUL stories, told on screen

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Aseem Chhabra introduces us to the best of Berlinale.

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Few of these highly sought-after socialising and networking hubs are seeing much activity as regulars are missing in action.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Revealed! The top JOBS of 2020

Revealed! The top JOBS of 2020

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Naukri.com's Hiring Outlook Survey for 2020 reveals the jobs and sectors that saw a surge in demand during the pandemic.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Why Rabri Devi has never gone abroad

Why Rabri Devi has never gone abroad

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

Rabri Devi's lawyer told a Delhi court last week that the former chief minister did not have a passport, and that she has never had one, reports M I Khan.

Can Chappan Bhog fight the West?

Can Chappan Bhog fight the West?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2005

The marketing jugernaut has ignored traditional Indian cuisine.

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.

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.

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.

Life in Mumbai: Share YOUR pics!

Life in Mumbai: Share YOUR pics!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Taken a picture of Mumbai you absolutely love? Share it with us right here.

Emotions are the new celebrities of advertising

Emotions are the new celebrities of advertising

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

Advertisers take to pitching family values and social causes, giving celebrity endorsers and flamboyance a miss. Nikhat Hetavkar reports.

'No economic activity will cost India $120 billion'

'No economic activity will cost India $120 billion'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

'We believe there will be a full shutdown for four weeks and a partial shutdown for eight weeks.' 'Hence, economic activity is unlikely to normalise before the end of May.'

What is Veganuary, the movement that chef Jamie Oliver endorses?

What is Veganuary, the movement that chef Jamie Oliver endorses?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

The celebrity chef has been inspiring people to go vegan.

How to eat junk and still lose weight

How to eat junk and still lose weight

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

If you won't be able to give up all the food you love, why not eat smart instead!

PM Modi has a jam-packed schedule in Singapore

PM Modi has a jam-packed schedule in Singapore

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Modi will have a number of high-profile multilateral and bilateral meetings with global leaders including United States Vice President Mike Pence and Singapore premier Lee Hsein Loong.

Do you know how many forts are hidden in Mumbai?

Do you know how many forts are hidden in Mumbai?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The rising popularity of Heritage Walks is uncovering forgotten historic sites all over India.

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Special Air India flight evacuating Indians leaves from Wuhan today

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

The flight arrived at Wuhan's Tianhe International Airport on Friday evening. While the official number of students to be airlifted in the two flights is not known, Indians who reached the Wuhan airport on Friday said they were told that 374 were expected to be airlifted by the Air India flight. India has taken an undertaking from the Indians travelling in the two flights that they would be quarantined for 14 days after their arrival, besides undergoing special checks at the Wuhan airport.

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.

Vikas Khanna: Tastefully Indian

Vikas Khanna: Tastefully Indian

Rediff.com24 Oct 2015

The author finds out what makes Vikas Khanna the poster boy for Indian cuisine

PIX: Rani Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Rani Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Finally, Rani makes an appearance!

Video: Learn to make these super-cool cocktails

Video: Learn to make these super-cool cocktails

Rediff.com24 Dec 2010

With the week-long festivities already underway, these seven cocktails will leave you high and make you a star at that friend's party.

How Big Brother Stole Diwali

How Big Brother Stole Diwali

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

Gone are the days of over-the-top Diwali parties, says Kishore Singh. This year round, the taxman is the invisible -- and unwanted -- guest at these once extravagant affairs.

Have you tried Bibim Guksu, Sujeonggwa, Bingsu?

Have you tried Bibim Guksu, Sujeonggwa, Bingsu?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Korean recipes modified to help you recreate them easily at home.

10 ways to make heads turn this Navratri

10 ways to make heads turn this Navratri

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Follow these simple style tips and have all eyes just on you. Read on!

'It does not matter to Chhath devotees that we are Muslims'

'It does not matter to Chhath devotees that we are Muslims'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

These Muslim women are poor and illiterate but, with the devotion they display as they create handmade earthen stoves for Chhath, they strengthen the social fabric, says M I Khan.

Can Kurkure twist Indian snack market to Pepsi's advantage?

Can Kurkure twist Indian snack market to Pepsi's advantage?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

PepsiCo is now betting aggressively on Kurkure, as its offering goes more and more local in its branded snacks.

Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018

Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

Lonely Planet unveiled its list of Asia's Top 10 destinations for 2018.