News for 'festive food'

Can Chappan Bhog fight the West?

Can Chappan Bhog fight the West?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2005

The marketing jugernaut has ignored traditional Indian cuisine.

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.

'Animosity won't lead Kashmir anywhere'

'Animosity won't lead Kashmir anywhere'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

While there was unrest in the rest of the Kashmir valley, the Dal Lake was serene and peaceful.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.'

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.

Enjoy these lip-smacking Eid specialities!

Enjoy these lip-smacking Eid specialities!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

Enjoy these Eid recipes and send us yours!

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.

Diwali recipe: Cashew Pakodas!

Diwali recipe: Cashew Pakodas!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

We invited readers to share festive recipes with us -- here's a response!

Diwali recipes: Paan Petha, Kaju Katli and more

Diwali recipes: Paan Petha, Kaju Katli and more

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

We recently invited you, our readers, to share those lip-smacking festive recipes with us. Readers sent us these:

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.

Fasting recipes for Navratri: Baked potatoes and more!

Fasting recipes for Navratri: Baked potatoes and more!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

Here are special recipes for you to enjoy during the nine days of Navratri revelry.

8 days of luxury for Rs 41,900!

8 days of luxury for Rs 41,900!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2005

SOTC, Tourism Malaysia & Singapore Tourism Board presents the eight day Malaysia Singapore Extravaganza Tour for Rs 41,900.

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.

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!

'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.'

'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.

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.

'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.

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!

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.

How to save money while studying abroad

How to save money while studying abroad

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

From opening an account in a local bank to looking for festive and student discounts, here are some surefire ways you can save money on your education trip abroad.

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.