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7 Foods With A Low GI Index

7 Foods With A Low GI Index

Rediff.com7 days ago

The glycemic index ranks carbohydrate-containing foods by how quickly they raise blood sugar.

Government Responds to Food Poisoning Concerns in Tribal Schools

Government Responds to Food Poisoning Concerns in Tribal Schools

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has responded to reports of suspected food poisoning in Eklavya Model Residential Schools by issuing new guidelines to ensure student health and safety.

Best Foods For Cardiac Exercise Routine

Best Foods For Cardiac Exercise Routine

Rediff.com2 days ago

A body works like a well-oiled machine and exercise increases its demands. To keep up and avoid running out of energy, you need to supply it with wholesome food and maintain proper fluid levels.

Wholesale Price Inflation Rises 2.13% in Feb, Driven by Food and Manufacturing

Wholesale Price Inflation Rises 2.13% in Feb, Driven by Food and Manufacturing

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's wholesale price inflation (WPI) increased for the fourth consecutive month in February, reaching 2.13 per cent, primarily due to rising prices of food and manufactured goods, according to government data.

Court Demands Extradition Update in Bush Foods Money Laundering Case

Court Demands Extradition Update in Bush Foods Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com5 days ago

A Delhi court has requested clarification from the Ministry of External Affairs regarding the extradition status of a former managing director of Bush Foods Overseas Pvt Ltd and his wife, who are residing in London, in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged Rs 750-crore bank loan fraud.

UP priest expelled for eating non-veg food after photo goes viral

UP priest expelled for eating non-veg food after photo goes viral

Rediff.com7 days ago

A priest in Kanpur, India, has been expelled from his temple duties by his father, the 'mahant', after a photograph allegedly showing him eating non-vegetarian food went viral on social media. The priest's whereabouts are currently unknown.

Expired Food, Cosmetics Racket Busted in Delhi; One Arrested

Expired Food, Cosmetics Racket Busted in Delhi; One Arrested

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Delhi Police busted a racket involving the tampering and sale of expired food and cosmetic products, arresting one man allegedly involved in altering expiry dates and reselling the goods as fresh stock.

Punjabi Food Like You Have Never Had Before!

Punjabi Food Like You Have Never Had Before!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Yes, Punjabi cuisine is definitely much more than just Dal Makhni and Paneer Butter Masala!

Ramzan Feasting: 12 More Heavenly Street Foods

Ramzan Feasting: 12 More Heavenly Street Foods

Rediff.com7 days ago

Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com took his camera and his appetite this time to Mumbai's famous Mohammed Ali Road to sample a range of exotic street foods, especially the sweets, after the sun went down on a Ramzan evening.

Mob attacks UP temple priest over viral photo of eating non-veg food

Mob attacks UP temple priest over viral photo of eating non-veg food

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A temple priest in Kanpur was allegedly assaulted by a mob after a photograph purportedly showing him eating non-vegetarian food circulated on social media, triggering outrage among some local residents.

Newly-Wed Woman Vanishes at Bus Stop While Husband Buys Food

Newly-Wed Woman Vanishes at Bus Stop While Husband Buys Food

Rediff.com3 days ago

A newly-married woman disappeared from a bus stop in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, while her husband was buying her snacks. Police have registered a missing person report and are investigating the incident.

12 Fabulously Delicious Ramzan Street Food!

12 Fabulously Delicious Ramzan Street Food!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Indian street food reaches its zenith during Ramzan when any and every kind of roadside delight becomes available.

7 Foods Best Had Before Bed For Better Sleep

7 Foods Best Had Before Bed For Better Sleep

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Quality sleep is very essential for overall health and boosting immunity, while reducing the risk of chronic illnesses.

Good-Mood Foods: 7 That May Boost Serotonin

Good-Mood Foods: 7 That May Boost Serotonin

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Serotonin is a natural chemical in your brain that regulates your mood and controls feelings of well-being. Doctors consider it a key player in mental health. When serotonin levels are low, it can lead to issues like depression, anxiety, insomnia, and other mental health challenges. Keeping your serotonin levels balanced is important for feeling good both mentally and physically!

Food served on paper sheets: MP school principal suspended

Food served on paper sheets: MP school principal suspended

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

An acting principal of a government-run school in Madhya Pradesh's Maihar district was suspended for negligence after students were allegedly served food on sheets of paper from old notebooks.

Paneer, Gulab Jamun... 11 Non-Indian Indian Foods

Paneer, Gulab Jamun... 11 Non-Indian Indian Foods

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Wait, WHAT? Samosa is not an Indian snack? The beloved Gulab Jamun did not even exist in our country some centuries ago? Startling, isn't it? Mayur Sanap/Rediff.com discovers some shockers about our commonly-eaten foods that are sure to surprise you too. But good food migrates and is, of course, the product of many infleunces.

How This 24 YO Baker Started A Food Truck

How This 24 YO Baker Started A Food Truck

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

When her parents insisted Rajini Bhargava pursue an MBA, she presented them the idea of investing in a food truck.

NO Indian Food On 100 Worst Dishes!

NO Indian Food On 100 Worst Dishes!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

TasteAtlas has put together its list of 100 Worst Rated Foods in the World.

Serve Up Love With Perfect Pairings: Food & Wine Guide

Serve Up Love With Perfect Pairings: Food & Wine Guide

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

This Valentine's Day, put together a 10/10 meal with just the right liquor, be it a wine or a malt.

Food Tales And A Wedding To Remember

Food Tales And A Wedding To Remember

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

A Bombay shaadi with singing, dancing, prayers and great food!

Sri Lanka to Repatriate Bodies of Iranian Sailors Killed in US Submarine Attack

Sri Lanka to Repatriate Bodies of Iranian Sailors Killed in US Submarine Attack

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Sri Lanka will repatriate the bodies of Iranian sailors killed on the IRIS Dena, which was reportedly sunk by a US submarine. The government is also addressing potential impacts on food security and fuel supplies due to the war situation.

10 Foods That Are Good For Your Gut

10 Foods That Are Good For Your Gut

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Your gut hosts diverse microbes affecting health, mood, and metabolism. Diet shapes gut bacteria, influencing well-being. Here's a list of 10 healthy foods to boost good bacteria and support gut health.

LPG Shortage Triggers Small Business Crisis

LPG Shortage Triggers Small Business Crisis

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Why are the political leaders saying everything is normal?'

Malnutrition in Gujarat: Government Responds to Rising Child Health Concerns

Malnutrition in Gujarat: Government Responds to Rising Child Health Concerns

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Gujarat government has reported that over 2 lakh children in 20 districts are malnourished, prompting government intervention through fortified food programs and nutritional support for mothers and children.

8 Wonderful Iftaar Destinations

8 Wonderful Iftaar Destinations

Rediff.com6 days ago

As the sun sets in a riot of colours during the days of Ramzan, the call to prayer is heard and Indian streets are transformed into places of both faith and feasting.

Patiala Authorities Seize 45 LPG Cylinders in Misuse Crackdown

Patiala Authorities Seize 45 LPG Cylinders in Misuse Crackdown

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Authorities in Patiala, India, seized 45 domestic LPG cylinders from eateries, restaurants, and hotels during a special drive to check the misuse of cooking gas cylinders.

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Pune Gas Agency Under Scrutiny for Illegally Stocking LPG Cylinders Amid Shortage Fears

Rediff.com4 days ago

A gas agency in Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune, is under investigation after authorities discovered 57 illegally stocked LPG cylinders, amidst concerns about potential shortages due to the West Asia crisis.

Uttar Pradesh Authorities Target LPG Black Market with Raids and Arrests

Uttar Pradesh Authorities Target LPG Black Market with Raids and Arrests

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Uttar Pradesh authorities have launched a statewide crackdown on black marketing of LPG and other essential commodities, resulting in FIRs against distributors and arrests.

LPG crisis: Restaurants cut menu, increase prices

LPG crisis: Restaurants cut menu, increase prices

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian eateries are adapting to the LPG crisis by cutting menus, increasing prices, and switching to alternative fuels like coal, as LPG supplies are disrupted due to global events. State authorities are cracking down on hoarding and black marketing of LPG cylinders.

Recipe: Ruchira's Stuffed Shimla Mirch

Recipe: Ruchira's Stuffed Shimla Mirch

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jazz up green bell peppersto make a special accompaniment to your rotis or bhakri or bhaath.

10 Must-Eat Foods for Better Health

10 Must-Eat Foods for Better Health

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

In 2026, try and include these 10 crucial foods in your diet.

Gudi Padwa Recipe: Roopa's Zunka

Gudi Padwa Recipe: Roopa's Zunka

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Zunka is festive, quick to rustle up and possesses a homey yumminess. Serve it with bhakris.

Fitch warns costlier oil could lift inflation, slow India's growth in H1FY27

Fitch warns costlier oil could lift inflation, slow India's growth in H1FY27

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fitch Ratings on Friday said persistently higher oil prices could cause India's retail inflation to rise faster than the expected gradual pace, and lead to a slowdown in economic growth in the first half of financial year 2026-27 (FY27).

Woman Arrested for Drugging Family and Stealing Cash

Woman Arrested for Drugging Family and Stealing Cash

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A woman has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly drugging a family she was hired to care for, by mixing sleeping pills into their food, and then stealing cash from their home.

Suvendu Adhikari Praises Modi's Women Empowerment Schemes in West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari Praises Modi's Women Empowerment Schemes in West Bengal

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of the Opposition in West Bengal, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiatives for women's empowerment, citing the Swachh Bharat Mission and PM Awas Yojana. He also criticised the Trinamool Congress government's handling of food distribution and women's security in the state.

Racing Audi mows down food stalls in Jaipur, 1 killed

Racing Audi mows down food stalls in Jaipur, 1 killed

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

One person was killed and at least 16 people were injured after a speeding luxury car ploughed into roadside food stalls in a crowded area in Jaipur, police said.

Rupee hits record intra-day low in early trade, falls 12 paise/USD

Rupee hits record intra-day low in early trade, falls 12 paise/USD

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Indian rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar due to rising crude oil prices, foreign institutional investor selling, and weak domestic equity market sentiment.

Recipe: Turnip-Pear Soup

Recipe: Turnip-Pear Soup

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Pears with roasted turnips does make an unusual, yummy soup.

Jharkhand Woman Allegedly Poisons and Strangles Husband

Jharkhand Woman Allegedly Poisons and Strangles Husband

Rediff.com17 hours ago

A 22-year-old woman in Jharkhand has been arrested for allegedly poisoning and strangling her husband to death following marital disputes and a suspected affair.

Recipe: Sunita's Carrot Halwa Laddoos

Recipe: Sunita's Carrot Halwa Laddoos

Rediff.com5 days ago

Sunita Harisinghani tranforms traditional carrot halwa into bite-sized Gajjar Halwa Laddoos that will make your sweet tooth dizzy with excitement.