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Stalin's Breakfast Scheme A Social Revolution

Stalin's Breakfast Scheme A Social Revolution

Rediff.com3 May 2023

'Within a short span, it increased attendance, improved children's physical fitness, and led to a rise in the enrolment ratio.'

Is Your Job Killing You?

Is Your Job Killing You?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The key problem with the current generation is that most people don't understand how much is enough to lead a good life! exclaims Virender Kapoor.

Recipe: Mayur's Benne Dosa

Recipe: Mayur's Benne Dosa

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

The other half of the name, benne dosa literally means butter dosa in Kannada.

Recipe: Mayur's Metkut Rice

Recipe: Mayur's Metkut Rice

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

A flavourful, very simple Maharashtrian meal that's easy to make.

Recipe: Sarada's Methi Theplas

Recipe: Sarada's Methi Theplas

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Delight family you might visiting abroad with a gift of homemade theplas.

Meet IAF's First Agniveers!

Meet IAF's First Agniveers!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

After five months of a rigorous training, the Agniveervayus passed out of the Airmen Training School, impressing the audience with the skills they had acquired in just 22 weeks of training at the IAF base.

5 Cong 'guarantees' in K'taka may cost state exchequer Rs 50,000 cr per year

5 Cong 'guarantees' in K'taka may cost state exchequer Rs 50,000 cr per year

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The implementation of the five 'guarantees' announced by the Congress may cost the state exchequer an estimated Rs 50,000 crore annually.

My mother's Rajasthani Bajra Khichda recipe

My mother's Rajasthani Bajra Khichda recipe

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Homechef Vindhya Karwa celebrates her mother.

Varun Inamdar's Paneer Dum Biryani

Varun Inamdar's Paneer Dum Biryani

Rediff.com26 May 2022

A fantastic way to celebrate paneer.

Recipe: Raya's Jackfruit Tacos

Recipe: Raya's Jackfruit Tacos

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Unique jackfruit tacos!

'Modi, Modi' countered with 'Adani, Adani' during Budget speech

'Modi, Modi' countered with 'Adani, Adani' during Budget speech

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget speech on Wednesday was marked by the usual thumping of benches by the ruling alliance members, but the loudest cheer was reserved for her announcement of income tax relief, which was welcomed by 'Modi, Modi' chants in Lok Sabha that also witnessed a few instances of protest by the Opposition.

Psst! This is what Samantha eats on her cheat day

Psst! This is what Samantha eats on her cheat day

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

The actor has revealed what she eats for a sculpted bod.

Breakfast recipe: How to make Ragi Waffle

Breakfast recipe: How to make Ragi Waffle

Rediff.com26 May 2019

Sr sous chef Vijesh Modi, The Deltin Daman shares an interesting breakfast recipe.

Recipe: Rajgira Pakoras

Recipe: Rajgira Pakoras

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

Quick, easy fried buckwheat flour fritters.

Recipe: Vrat Pulau Or Samak

Recipe: Vrat Pulau Or Samak

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Sama or samak rice is a great source of energy and has lesser calories than rice and when made into a traditional vrat pulau is very tasty.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Recipe: Jayanti's Churma Laddoos

Recipe: Jayanti's Churma Laddoos

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Treat yourself to something Rajasthani and traditional on Ganeshotsav.

WATCH: How To Make Healthy Motichoor Laddoos

WATCH: How To Make Healthy Motichoor Laddoos

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Let this healthy version of your favourite laddoos be the star of your Diwali festivities.

What's on Rakul Preet's plate?

What's on Rakul Preet's plate?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Mallika Sherawat checks out a Parisian cafe...Tara Sutaria takes a nap on the Heropanti shoot...

Modi sees India's manufacturing output to grow by $520 bn in 5 yrs

Modi sees India's manufacturing output to grow by $520 bn in 5 yrs

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said production linked incentive (PLI) scheme, which is aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and exports, is expected to increase the country's production by $520 billion in the next five years. Addressing a webinar on PLI scheme, organised by Department of Industry and International Trade (DPIIT) and NITI Aayog, through video conference, Modi said the government is continuously carrying out reforms to boost domestic manufacturing. In this year's Budget, about Rs 2 lakh crore was earmarked for the PLI scheme for the next five years and "there is an expectation that the scheme would result in increasing the production by about $520 billion in the next five years", he said. He added that there is also an expectation that the current workforce in the sectors, which will avail the benefits of the PLI scheme, will be doubled and job creation will also increase.

Recipes: Kerala-Style Ragi Puttu

Recipes: Kerala-Style Ragi Puttu

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Onam festivities have begun and you can join in the celebration with a traditional Kerala-style dish.

Recipe: Vegetable Poha Khichdi

Recipe: Vegetable Poha Khichdi

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Find comfort in this quick and yum poha and mung dal khichdi.

How Will Modi Shape The G20 Opportunity?

How Will Modi Shape The G20 Opportunity?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Will G20 showcase an India that is inclusive, culturally rich, diverse and tolerant, asks Ramesh Menon.

Chef Ajay Thakur's Lijjat Aamras Puri

Chef Ajay Thakur's Lijjat Aamras Puri

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Nothing spells summer like a big, generous platter of aamras puri.

10 Healthy Ways To Alter Your Diet

10 Healthy Ways To Alter Your Diet

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can help regulate blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, prevent colon cancer, lower risk of eye and digestive problems, regulate diabetes and can help keep appetite in check, suggests Dr Eileen Canday.

Full Text: PM Modi's address to US Congress

Full Text: PM Modi's address to US Congress

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Here's the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to a joint session of the United States Congress, delivered on Thursday.

Zelda Pande's Gourmet Thayir Sadam

Zelda Pande's Gourmet Thayir Sadam

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Rice goes down far lighter and smoother in summer when turned into a cooling Thayir Sadam.

Modi launches 35 crop varieties to address malnutrition

Modi launches 35 crop varieties to address malnutrition

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched 35 crop varieties with special traits -- developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) -- to address the twin challenges of climate change and malnutrition. The new crop varieties were dedicated to the nation through a video conference organised at all ICAR institutes, state and central agricultural universities and Krishi Vighyan Kendra. According to the PMO, 35 crop varieties with special traits like climate resilience and higher nutrient-content have been developed in 2021.

Karnataka CM's remark triggers rumours of his exit

Karnataka CM's remark triggers rumours of his exit

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

The chief minister who turned emotional twice recalled how affectionately he was fed 'Rotti' (Jowar Roti) and 'Navane' (foxtail millet) rice every time he came to his constituency as Basavaraj.

CBI team takes away Hathras victim's brother to record statement

CBI team takes away Hathras victim's brother to record statement

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

A CBI team on Tuesday met the family members of the 19-year old Dalit victim in the gangrape and murder case in Bulgarhi village in Hathras and examined the crime scene, officials said.

'Strong American pressure to introduce GM mustard'

'Strong American pressure to introduce GM mustard'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

'The RSS has opposed the introduction of GM Mustard tooth and nail, but PM Modi does not give a hoot for what they think.'

ASK ROOPASHREE: How do I lose weight?

ASK ROOPASHREE: How do I lose weight?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

Rujuta Diwekar's 10 tips for good health

Rujuta Diwekar's 10 tips for good health

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares the key to staying fit and healthy.

Olympiad: Gukesh stuns Shirov, India B clinch fifth win in row

Olympiad: Gukesh stuns Shirov, India B clinch fifth win in row

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

The game incidentally was an old Sicilian where Shirov tried an unconventional ninth move.

Recipes: Easy, Fun Tiffin Ideas For Kids

Recipes: Easy, Fun Tiffin Ideas For Kids

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Make your children's recess break exciting with these recipes handpicked by Chef Ranveer Brar.

Recipe: Raw Jackfruit Dum Biryani

Recipe: Raw Jackfruit Dum Biryani

Rediff.com12 May 2022

An amazing one-pot meal for vegetarians and even meat lovers.

CBI registers FIR in Hathras case

CBI registers FIR in Hathras case

Rediff.com11 Oct 2020

The case was earlier registered at Chandpa Police Station, in Hathras district of Uttar Pradesh, on a complaint by the victim's brother.

Will resign if unable to ensure MSP for farmers: Chautala

Will resign if unable to ensure MSP for farmers: Chautala

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

He expressed hope that the deadlock between the farmers and the Central government will end soon and said he is constantly in touch with the Union Ministers regarding the issue.

From Kolli Hills to Italy, two women win hearts with 'Murukku'

From Kolli Hills to Italy, two women win hearts with 'Murukku'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Malliga and Jayalalitha talk to Shobha Warrier/Rediff.com about how millet farming changed their lives, their successful trip to Milan and how their 'murukku' was appreciated at Milan.

Ancient grains make a comeback in Indian kitchens

Ancient grains make a comeback in Indian kitchens

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Make modern meals from ancient grains.