'Besides Ayodhya, the BJP lost in nine other constituencies with a Ramayana imprint; it tasted success only in Thrissur.' 'In Rameswaram, K Navaskani of the Indian Union Muslim League won with a 44% voteshare in a 84% Hindu constituency.' 'In the 21 seats in the Ayodhya and Varanasi regions, both crucial to the Hindutva project, the BJP won just 7.' 'It won just 3 out of 12 seats around Modi's constituency,' points out Krishna Prasad.
Javaid Ahmed Wani, a 25-year-old Indian Army jawan, has been reported missing from Kulgam district in Jammu and Kashmir.
The lack of clarity on who is next in line, when the time comes, as indeed it will one day some day, reflects poorly on the management of the world's largest political party. It scarcely need be said that a squabble between the contenders, Shah and Yogi, is exactly what the doctor ordered for the Opposition, notes Krishna Prasad.
While most kofta curries are made with lamb, Hitesh makes his dish with chicken meatballs.
'Where would a person living in the forest for 14 years go to find vegetarian food? Is it correct or not (question to the public)? Tell me when I am telling the truth'
With polls to elect the 18th Lok Sabha approaching, district poll panels are fixing the rates for expenses as part of the election expenditure monitoring process.
Half a century after he left school, A Ganesh Nadar attends a school reunion.
Once in a way a gal will come along who will totally sweep you off your feet with her fashion.
Have leftover kebabs? Use this recipe to jazz up your tea-time.
As 2022 comes to a close, celebrate in style from dawn to dusk with 25 yum recipes.
The test lends support to Ikhlaq family's claim that they had not kept beef in their house.
Why wait to be invited to a Parsi wedding to taste their heartwarming cuisine?
An intriguing pulau that could be a great lunch fixture
Presenting the most-viewed recipes this year.
The ultimate guide to the best festive spread ever!
'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'
We have surprised everyone today, says Pakistan head coach after draw against South Korea
Why eat simple when you can try something royal?
There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.
Mahalaya, though essentially about the goddess, wasn't religious for us. And it isn't for most Bengalis. Mahalaya is an emotion. It's gooseflesh for a memory. A welling up of happy tears. A celebration of what is to come.
Two homemade treats that will transform your Christmas celebration into a glorious one.
The actress remembers the everyday fare at her childhood home in Bengaluru.
'Kosha' translates to bhuna or slow cooking and 'mangsho' means mutton.
Ditch your plain cauliflower sabji for gorgeous Gobi Musallam this weekend.
A popular South Indian sweet dish, it's made from rice flour, jaggery and grated coconut.
Confirming the incident, a Mahakal police station official said they resorted to cane-charge to disperse the protesters.
'From the time we landed to the time we left, we got so much love that I didn't feel like coming home.'
If you have never tasted Hyderbadi Mirchi Ka Salan you have missed something in life.
Add a dash of flavour to your Holi celebrations with a special laal maas recipe.
Bajra or pearl millet is a wonderfully nutritious substitute to rice, and can be made into a tasty vegetable pulau.
Why just eat noodles and samosa separately when you can combine them together for a tasty treat?
Recipes by chef Sabir Khan, banquet tandoor chef at Jaypee Greens Golf and Spa Resort, Noida.
Find comfort in this quick and yum poha and mung dal khichdi.
In the summer, we tend to eat less and drink more. Avoid large portions of food, as they will be difficult to digest and may cause you to feel tired and lazy. Instead, have frequent and small portions of meals, which will keep them fresh and light, suggests Dr Shoaib Sangatti, emergency physician, Ruby Hall clinic, Wanowire.
The best food to try during the month of Ramzan.
Chicken Ghee Roast goes well with neer dosas, steamed rice, dosas, appams, idiyappams, plain biryani or chapattis.
August 15 needs a colourful menu. We have tiranga options galore, served up just for you.
Lakadbaggha takes up too many issues and does not do justice to them, points out Deepa Gahlot.
Amboli is a quintessential Malvani dish prepared with rice and mixed dal batter, soaked and grounded, then left to ferment overnight.
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