Having faced sourcing issues for potato in 2008, food and beverage major PepsiCo is planning to ensure supply by introducing farming equipment and technology and new potato seed varieties to decrease chances of crop loss. It also aims to increase the acreage under contract farming by entering new states across the country.
If you are fasting, you must steer clear of processed and packaged foods as they often contain additives, preservatives and excessive salt or sugar which can disrupt the purity and purpose of your diet, says dietician Ruchi Rai.
'Rahul Gandhi is raising the issue of a caste census though his party has been doing injustice on this front from the 1950s.'
Throughout its 155 minutes, every scene is doused in blaring background music and melodrama. Disappointment alone won't do, it must feel like a full blown catastrophe, observes Sukanya Verma.
MS had written that seeds of the green revolution were first sown in the fields of CRRI through the indica-japonica rice crosses, and decided that the plant type should be tailored to be functionally responsive to external application of fertilisers.
The wholesale inflation rose to a 13-month high of 1.26 per cent in April fuelled by rising prices of food articles, especially vegetables, amid expectations of RBI holding interest rates in the policy review next month. The wholesale price index (WPI) based inflation has been rising for two months in a row.
You can make these cutlets in a microwave oven without compromising on their taste.
Overall food inflation rose to 10.74 per cent in May, from 10.49 per cent in the previous month. Food articles have 14.3 per cent share in the WPI basket.
Is it surprising that the favourite food of our manic Mumbai city has achieved a world rank?
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The lowly kadu is promoted to an awesome pumpkin soup.
'I want to be somewhere I feel wanted and respected. If that's here then I'll be delighted but if it's somewhere else then I'll be the one who decides where, not anyone else.'
The wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation eased in January to 0.27 per cent, mainly due to moderation in prices of food items. WPI inflation was at 0.73 per cent in December 2023. The WPI inflation was in the negative zone from April to October and had turned positive in November at 0.39 per cent.
Craving for a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast that's delicious and healthy?
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer on Saturday said India's gesture to renew the quota to allow the export of certain quantities of essential commodities for his nation signifies the longstanding bilateral friendship and the commitment to further expand trade and commerce.
If you are overweight, try and lose a few kilos. Watch the calories in your diet as excess weight can contribute to insulin resistance, warns Dr David Chandy.
If you're a big fan of Bread Pakoda, you'll definitely love this chatpata snack with a cheesy centre too.
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From the Sensex basket, Tata Motors, State Bank of India, Tata Steel, Power Grid, NTPC, Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance and Asian Paints were the major laggards.
Kebabs can also be healthy, gluten-free and vegan.
Ahead of this election, the alliance between the BJP and the SKM had broken down. One reason is the fear that like Article 370, Article 371F might also be changed.
Here's a soup overflowing with flavours, textures and proteins.
Give your favourite dal an upgrade with this recipe featuring a host of veggies.
Gadget dictionary terms that you all must know. Terms like technosexual, technoruptcy and mouse potato are just a few of them.
Ajinkya Rahane is savoring a cherishing quality time with wife Radhika and their children, three-year-old daughter Aarya and son Raghav.
Durga Puja celebrations cannot be complete without serving this traditional Bengali mutton dish.
Care for a hot broth to welcome Father Christmas?
Should you buy an air fryer. Is it for you? What can you make with it?
Nothing beats the joy of having something healthy and delicious for breakfast, along with hot chai, on a rainy day.
Alu cutlets, with a mildly sweet centre, are an unusual variety of sweet-salty snacks.
On the 25th anniversary of the battle that made his war cry 'Dil Maange More' part of national lore, we republish that feature to salute Captain Batra's ultimate sacrifice for the nation.
Do try making this gourd, Gujarati-style -- it's far tastier than expected.
Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?
Treat yourself to Mumbai's favourite street food with a simple homemade recipe by Nadiya Sarguroh.
Throwing a BBQ party for family and friends? It's time to take detailed notes from the Mehrotras.
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