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Healthy Recipes: Halwa, Phirni, Laddoo

Healthy Recipes: Halwa, Phirni, Laddoo

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Healthy recipes for the festive season.

Body of teenage girl found in UP field; family alleges rape, murder

Body of teenage girl found in UP field; family alleges rape, murder

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

The girl's family has alleged that she was raped and murdered.

U'khand to deploy BRO team in Joshimath for smooth Char Dham Yatra

U'khand to deploy BRO team in Joshimath for smooth Char Dham Yatra

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

A Border Roads Organisation team will be stationed in Joshimath to monitor the yatra on a day-to-day basis and ensure immediate treatment of cracks on roads or any other problem that might arise, the chief minister said.

In Karnataka manifesto, Cong promises 'ban' on Bajrang Dal, PFI

In Karnataka manifesto, Cong promises 'ban' on Bajrang Dal, PFI

Rediff.com2 May 2023

In the manifesto for the polls released in Bengaluru by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in the presence of the state unit chief D K Shivakumar and Congress Legislature Party leader Siddaramaiah and others, the party reiterated its five guarantees: Gruha Jyothi, Gruha Lakshmi, Anna Bhagya, Yuva Nidhi and Shakti.

Karnataka govt to roll out Anna Bhagya, provide cash for now

Karnataka govt to roll out Anna Bhagya, provide cash for now

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Facing difficulty in procuring large quantities of rice required to fulfil its poll guarantee, the state government on Wednesday decided to pay cash into the beneficiaries' accounts at the rate of Rs 34 per kilo, for the additional 5kg of rice under the free rice scheme.

'It was an outstanding vegetarian meal'

'It was an outstanding vegetarian meal'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

'I was amazed at how tasty it was.' 'They did a good job with millets and lentils, which Mr Modi liked.'

As Budget session convenes, Oppn seeks debate on Adani row, govt to go by rules

As Budget session convenes, Oppn seeks debate on Adani row, govt to go by rules

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The session will commence with the maiden address of President Droupadi Murmu to the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament. The address essentially highlights the government's achievements and policy priorities.

Murder of health, stop stubble burning at once, SC orders NCR states

Murder of health, stop stubble burning at once, SC orders NCR states

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Amid a spike in pollution levels in Delhi-NCR, the Supreme Court on Tuesday directed Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan to ensure crop residue burning was stopped "forthwith", saying it cannot let "people die" due to pollution.

Recipe: Bethica's Bajra Fried Rice

Recipe: Bethica's Bajra Fried Rice

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Bajra or pearl millet is a wonderfully nutritious substitute to rice, and can be made into a tasty vegetable pulau.

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.

'We were listed in the global top 10 start-ups in sustainability'

'We were listed in the global top 10 start-ups in sustainability'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'We want to make sustainability affordable.' 'We tell everyone, don't just recycle, Craste it!'

Recipe: Ragi Pancakes

Recipe: Ragi Pancakes

Rediff.com20 May 2021

A delicious way to start your day.

Govt to promote Kisan Drones, chemical-free farming

Govt to promote Kisan Drones, chemical-free farming

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

The Centre will promote Kisan Drones, chemical-free natural farming, public-private partnerships for the delivery of digital and high-tech services to farmers across the country during the financial year 2022-23, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday. Presenting the Budget 2022-23 in Parliament, Sitharaman said the inclusive development is one of the four priorities of the government moving forward. As part of the inclusive development, the government will promote the use of 'Kisan Drones' for crop assessment, digitisation of land records and spraying of insecticides. The government will also facilitate a fund with blended capital raised under the co-investment model through Nabard to finance agri start-ups and rural enterprises, she said.

3 Diet Changes For A Healthy Heart

3 Diet Changes For A Healthy Heart

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Lack of sleep, unhealthy eating habits, physical inactivity and a stressful daily schedule stemming from demanding career paths to juggling multiple hats on the personal front are some factors that increase health challenges, especially in young Indians, notes dietician Sheryl Salis.

Dr M S Swaminathan, who made India self-sufficient in food, passes away

Dr M S Swaminathan, who made India self-sufficient in food, passes away

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Renowned agricultural scientist M S Swaminathan and the driving force behind the nation's 'Green Revolution,' passed away in Chennai on Thursday.

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of the Republic Day 2023.

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.

My mother's Rajasthani Bajra Khichda recipe

My mother's Rajasthani Bajra Khichda recipe

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Homechef Vindhya Karwa celebrates her mother.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

Varun Inamdar's Paneer Dum Biryani

Varun Inamdar's Paneer Dum Biryani

Rediff.com26 May 2022

A fantastic way to celebrate paneer.

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: Raya's Jackfruit Tacos

Recipe: Raya's Jackfruit Tacos

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Unique jackfruit tacos!

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.

Recipe: Rajgira Pakoras

Recipe: Rajgira Pakoras

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

Quick, easy fried buckwheat flour fritters.

'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.

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...

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.

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.

Recipe: Jayanti's Churma Laddoos

Recipe: Jayanti's Churma Laddoos

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Treat yourself to something Rajasthani and traditional on Ganeshotsav.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Recipe: Vegetable Poha Khichdi

Recipe: Vegetable Poha Khichdi

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

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

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.