News for 'masala'

Recipe: Mother-In-Law's Sambar

Recipe: Mother-In-Law's Sambar

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Does your mom or mother-in-law rustle up an exquisite sambar. Hemant Waje's does. Here is her recipe.

Did These Films Influence Zohran Mamdani?

Did These Films Influence Zohran Mamdani?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

The New York City mayor-elect's mother has made some incredible movies.

Favourite Monsoon Recipes: Tera, Patolis

Favourite Monsoon Recipes: Tera, Patolis

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

We ask chefs and home cooks for their rainy season specials.

120 Bahadur Review: Familiar War Fare

120 Bahadur Review: Familiar War Fare

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

120 Bahadur is underwhelming, adding little fresh perspective and generally feeling like a standard war drama we have seen umpteen times before, notes Mayur Sanap.

India's Masala Omelette In Top World Egg Rankings

India's Masala Omelette In Top World Egg Rankings

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

TasteAtlas released a list of the 100 best egg dishes in the world --India's masala omelette made it to 22.

Recipe: Rajesh's Easy Ghee Mutton Masala

Recipe: Rajesh's Easy Ghee Mutton Masala

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Cook your meat simply and don't overdo the spices. A little extra ghee works miracles.

Recipe: Tiranga Masala Bhaat

Recipe: Tiranga Masala Bhaat

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Comfort food with a Republic Day feel.

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Noel Alexander, The Dancer Behind Kaantha

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

From a reluctant engineering student to one of India's most loved viral choreographers, Noel Alexander's rise has been nothing short of cinematic.

Asrani Kept Amitabh On His Toes

Asrani Kept Amitabh On His Toes

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Asrani may have never been a marquee name up in sparkling lights or on outsized posters but the sheer proficiency with which he realised his characters has unleashed gales of laughter over five decades and made a significant contribution to several landmark films. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor.

Beverage firms seek removal of 'sin good' tag

Beverage firms seek removal of 'sin good' tag

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Amid the impending rejig in the goods and services tax (GST) rates, an association representing the country's beverages industry has appealed to the Centre to not classify aerated beverages as sin/demerit good and bring it under the 18 per cent slab while citing their "mass consumption" as a reason.

Ranveer-Bobby's Ad Film Costs 150 Cr!

Ranveer-Bobby's Ad Film Costs 150 Cr!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Agent Ching Attacks boasts of sleek visuals and starry appeal rare to see in a commercial. Ranveer Singh returns as Captain Ching, joined by Bobby Deol and Southern sensation Sreeleela.

Recipe: Traditional Thalassery Biryani

Recipe: Traditional Thalassery Biryani

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

This special biryani from north Kerala is known far and wide for its distinctive taste that comes from the use of a distinctive rice.

Recipe: Pepper Masala Mutton Chops

Recipe: Pepper Masala Mutton Chops

Rediff.com6 May 2022

A daughter's ode to her mom's love for cooking.

Paneer Butter Masala Takes On GST

Paneer Butter Masala Takes On GST

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

If the GST on paneer is 5% and the GST on butter is 12% and the GST on masala is 5%...

Top 6 Countries To Study Abroad

Top 6 Countries To Study Abroad

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Study abroad experts explain how Canada, Australia, Germany, France and Dubai are redefining global education.

Chauthi At The Someshwars

Chauthi At The Someshwars

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Bewitching fragrances and a symphony of sounds would herald the arrival of Chauthi in the Someshwar home.

Secret Recipe: Deodita's Goan Recheado Masala

Secret Recipe: Deodita's Goan Recheado Masala

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

This useful paste should always be at striking distance in your kitchen.

Recipe: Chaitime Masala Mathri

Recipe: Chaitime Masala Mathri

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

The spicy mathris are a good substitute for biscuits at tea-time.

'This Guy Is Nothing Like Aamir'

'This Guy Is Nothing Like Aamir'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Vivek Vaswani came over to discuss Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman which he was producing with Aziz Mirza as the director.' 'When I asked who was playing the lead, Raju, he said it was an actor called Shah Rukh Khan. "He looks just like Aamir Khan," Vivek added.' 'It was a shock when I met Shah Rukh on the first day of the shoot.' 'He was thin and tanned, with a fat nose and thick lips.'

Heer Express Review: Forgettable

Heer Express Review: Forgettable

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The comedy is unfunny, the emotional bits are dubious and the music forgettable in Heer Express, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Soybean-Lentil Croquettes: 25-Min Recipe

Soybean-Lentil Croquettes: 25-Min Recipe

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Michelin-star Chef Hemant Mathur, who helms SAAR Indian Bistro at Times Square, New York City, conjures a chai-time soybean-lentil snack with pepper and garam masala accents. It's vegan too and served with his take on tomato salsa.

Recipe: Falahari Masala Dosa

Recipe: Falahari Masala Dosa

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

This wonderful-tasting gluten-free dosa is made with samo rice and sabudana.

Recipe: Punjabi Rajma Masala

Recipe: Punjabi Rajma Masala

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

An Indian cuisine classic, this recipe uses everyday ingredients.

Nishaanchi Review: Wasseypur Lite

Nishaanchi Review: Wasseypur Lite

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

While Nishaanchi is not a homerun for Kashyap, there's enough joy in this audience pleaser, notes Mayur Sanap.

Hard Core Action Coming Up In September

Hard Core Action Coming Up In September

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

September is going to be an exciting month in theatres.

Diwali Special: Sooji Ki Masala Nimki

Diwali Special: Sooji Ki Masala Nimki

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

These suji nimki are a great substitute for store-bought snack loaded with hydrogenated oil and refined flour.

'No One Could Have Played The Wounded Son Like Mr Bachchan Did'

'No One Could Have Played The Wounded Son Like Mr Bachchan Did'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'I owe what Shakti became as much to Mr Bachchan as Salim-Javed.'

'Not A Single Penny Is Shared With States'

'Not A Single Penny Is Shared With States'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

'States should be compensated for the revenue loss for at least five years or beyond till the revenue stabilises.'

ED issues fresh summons to Kerala ex-FM Isaac in KIIFB masala bonds case

ED issues fresh summons to Kerala ex-FM Isaac in KIIFB masala bonds case

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

The 71-year-old politician has been asked to depose at the agency office in Kochi on January 12, they said.

'People Know Gandhi As Villain Or Hero'

'People Know Gandhi As Villain Or Hero'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'They are clueless about the man on the currency notes.' 'They have been fed with WhatsApp forwards, so either Gandhi is vilified or deified. There's nothing in between.'

Kitchen Tips: Indian Foods That Freeze Well

Kitchen Tips: Indian Foods That Freeze Well

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Over the years, with some amount of experimenting, I have learnt exactly what freezes well and what does not.

Superman Beats Maalik At The Box Office

Superman Beats Maalik At The Box Office

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

After comedies like Bhool Chuk Maaf and Stree, National Award-winning actor Rajkummar Rao tries hard core action in the gangster film, Maalik.

Thalaivan Thalaivi Review: Melodramatic

Thalaivan Thalaivi Review: Melodramatic

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen's electrifying performances hold Thalaivan Thalaivii together, notes Arjun Menon.

Watch Keerthy's Graveyard Troubles On OTT

Watch Keerthy's Graveyard Troubles On OTT

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Plenty of adrenaline-packed action to catch on OTT this week.

Recipe: How to make Murgh Shan-e-Shadab

Recipe: How to make Murgh Shan-e-Shadab

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Chef de Cuisine Shadab Ahmed of Sofitel Mumbai BKC shares two simple and delectable recipes.

Ragi idlis to grilled fish: Parl unveils nutri-rich diet plan for MPs

Ragi idlis to grilled fish: Parl unveils nutri-rich diet plan for MPs

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Parliament introduces a new 'Health Menu' featuring millet-based dishes, salads, and lean protein options to promote healthier eating habits among lawmakers, officials, and visitors.

GST 2.0: India's Answer To Trump's Tariffs

GST 2.0: India's Answer To Trump's Tariffs

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Simplifying GST rates, removing exemptions, easing disputes, and speeding up refunds can boost investment in India and offer the best reply to Trump's tariffs, observes V S Krishnan, former member, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs.

The Most Successful Bollywood Debuts

The Most Successful Bollywood Debuts

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Saiyaara has emerged as a blockbuster, and it's time to welcome the two newcomers, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, to Bollywood.

Citadel Review: Spy Masala

Citadel Review: Spy Masala

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Citadel proves unworthy of Priyanka's splendour, Madden's intensity or veteran talents like Lesley Manville and Stanley Tucci squandered in banal parts, complains Sukanya Verma.

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Durga's Amma's Yummy Onion Sambar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Gouri Venugopal's sambar is unparalleled as far her daughter Durga and granddaughter Maya are concerned.