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Recipe: Summer Chaat With Nuts

Recipe: Summer Chaat With Nuts

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

This warm salad is so in season right now.

7 Foods Diabetics Should Avoid

7 Foods Diabetics Should Avoid

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Starting your day with breakfast cereals or granola bars is something diabetic patients should totally avoid.

'Rahul Gandhi Has No Idea How To Resurrect Congress'

'Rahul Gandhi Has No Idea How To Resurrect Congress'

Rediff.com3 May 2024

'Rahul Gandhi never gets firsthand information. He does not know what is good or bad going on in the party.'

Ram temple consecration: 14 couples from across country to be 'Yajmans'

Ram temple consecration: 14 couples from across country to be 'Yajmans'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

'They are from the north, east, west, south and northeast part of India. They will be the 'mukhya yajmaan' (main hosts)'

UP orders FIRs against 16 Bajaj sugar mills

UP orders FIRs against 16 Bajaj sugar mills

Rediff.com16 Jun 2008

The Uttar Pradesh government today ordered first information reports to be lodged against all the 16 sugar mills that Bajaj Hindusthan owns in the state for allegedly failing to honour farmers' payment commitments for the crushing season 2007-08. Shishir Bajaj-controlled Bajaj Hindusthan is the country's largest sugar producer.

Fasting Maratha quota activist Jarange refuses health check-up

Fasting Maratha quota activist Jarange refuses health check-up

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Activist Manoj Jarange, who has been sitting on an indefinite fast in Maharashtra's Jalna district over the demand for reservation to the Maratha community, has refused to get a health check-up done.

Asian Games Chess: India off to winning start in team events

Asian Games Chess: India off to winning start in team events

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Indian men and women opened their campaign in the chess team event at the Asian Games with easy wins over Mongolia and Philippines respectively, in Hangzhou on Friday.

Bournvita asked to remove misleading ads amid row

Bournvita asked to remove misleading ads amid row

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The notice came after a social media influencer sparked a row by posting a video alleging that Bournvita has high sugar content.

Recipe: Mango Sandwich Dhokla Cake

Recipe: Mango Sandwich Dhokla Cake

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Welcome the king of fruits with an unusual cake.

Recipes: Mung Dal Halwa, Kashmiri Arhar Dal

Recipes: Mung Dal Halwa, Kashmiri Arhar Dal

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Two wonderful recipes from Pratibha Karan's The Book Of Dals.

No plan to abolish sugar exports, refined oil duty

No plan to abolish sugar exports, refined oil duty

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

The government said there is no proposal to abolish import duty on refined edible oils and no plans to ban sugar exports through Advance License Scheme, under which mills have an obligation to export about one million tonnes of sugar by March. "We have no such proposal," Food Secretary B C Gupta told reporters here when asked if the government was planning to waive off import duty on refined edible oils from the existing charge of 7.5 per cent.

The NCP Leaders Under The Central Agencies' Scanner

The NCP Leaders Under The Central Agencies' Scanner

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Did the fear of central agencies probing scams involving NCP leaders that forced these politicians to jump ship?

Recipes: Swati's Diplomat Pudding. Suzanna's Trifle

Recipes: Swati's Diplomat Pudding. Suzanna's Trifle

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Try an alternative to the traditional pudding.

How Useful Is Nutrition Information?

How Useful Is Nutrition Information?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

How do you bring about better nutrition consciousness in a society that is quite apathetic to excess consumption of salt, sugar and fats? asks Ambi Parameswaran.

Recipe: Vrat Special Farali Misal

Recipe: Vrat Special Farali Misal

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

It's time to enjoy some Shravan delicacies.

Recipe: Kartik Aaryan's Favourite Gajar Halwa

Recipe: Kartik Aaryan's Favourite Gajar Halwa

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

It's that time of year -- gajar halwa days!

Recipe: Cheesy Tomato And Basil Pasta

Recipe: Cheesy Tomato And Basil Pasta

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Gather your friends at home and cook up yum pasta as you celebrate Friendship Day.

Sitapur Diwalis: Faith, Family & Khoya Makhana Sabji

Sitapur Diwalis: Faith, Family & Khoya Makhana Sabji

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Deepa Mehrotra's Diwalis in her hometown of Sitapur were full of rang.

'I damaged my voice on purpose'

'I damaged my voice on purpose'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Pandi was promised something, that is not happening, so his anger is not of a villain's.' 'That's how all normal humans would react, or they stay silent.' 'Our violence is our silence. So in this world, everybody is innocent.'

Recipe: Veggie Salad With Chickpeas

Recipe: Veggie Salad With Chickpeas

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Go light before the festive mithai binge begins.

Mcap club: Tata group remains No 1; Murugappa, JSW in top 10

Mcap club: Tata group remains No 1; Murugappa, JSW in top 10

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Tata Group remained India's largest business conglomerate in market capitalisation in calendar year 2023 while the Mukesh Ambani camp raced ahead of the Adani businesses to become the second-largest. The Tata companies ended 2023 with a combined group market capitalisation of Rs 28.68 trillion, up 35 per cent from the Rs 21.2 trillion at the end of December 2022. Ambani's group mcap is Rs 19.42 trillion at the end of CY23, up 10.7 per cent from the Rs 17.6 trillion a year ago.

Recipe: Bethica's Lobongo Lotikas

Recipe: Bethica's Lobongo Lotikas

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

A sweetened khoya-filled flaky pastry, folded into a square envelope and sealed with a clove. Then the little pocket is deep-fried in ghee and steeped in a saffron-infused sugar syrup.

Sugar exports likely to cross 2 million tonne

Sugar exports likely to cross 2 million tonne

Rediff.com30 Mar 2007

Following the Central government's decision to give sops to sugar sector for exports, the commodity's exports are likely to touch 2 million tonnes this year, twice the initial forecast.

Christmas Recipes: Fruity Cake, Sweet Buns

Christmas Recipes: Fruity Cake, Sweet Buns

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Add more fun to your Christmas weekend.

Bring sugar & textiles under VAT: Assocham

Bring sugar & textiles under VAT: Assocham

Rediff.com1 Jun 2007

One of India's leading industry bodies - the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry - on Friday urged the government to bring sugar, textiles and tobacco products under value added tax.

Recipe: Chef Ajay Chopra's Berry Pulao

Recipe: Chef Ajay Chopra's Berry Pulao

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

A sumptuous pulao waiting to be made.

MasterChef Australia Changed Indian Food

MasterChef Australia Changed Indian Food

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Food in India has fled the confines of the kitchen and become a national adventure... Food shows, now even on news channels, have transformed restaurateurs from humble khansamas to courted celebrities.

Indian sugar exports to cross 1.5 mn tonnes

Indian sugar exports to cross 1.5 mn tonnes

Rediff.com4 Jun 2003

India's sugar exports are expected to cross 1.5 million tonnes in the sugar season that began in October 2002, Food Minister Sharad Yadav said on Wednesday.

Recipe: Pumpkin Walnut Muffins

Recipe: Pumpkin Walnut Muffins

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Moist, fluffy, delicious muffins made with heathy, wholesome ingredients.

Sugar prices won't surge if states manage well

Sugar prices won't surge if states manage well

Rediff.com4 Sep 2009

As sugar prices touched Rs 35 a kg, the government today said the rates may not spiral upward in the festival season if states manage the "little surplus" supply well and crack down on hoarding more effectively.

Govt for duty-free import of 1mn tonnes of sugar

Govt for duty-free import of 1mn tonnes of sugar

Rediff.com11 Apr 2009

To prevent sugar prices from becoming a tool in the hands of opposition parties in the parliamentary elections, the government has allowed government agencies like MMTC, STC, NAFED and PEC to import one million tonne of white sugar duty-free. The export obligation on raw sugar imports under open general licence scheme has also been removed.

Inflation a cause of worry for FMCG companies; margins could take a hit

Inflation a cause of worry for FMCG companies; margins could take a hit

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Higher inflation has again become a matter of concern for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies. After prices of commodities like sugar and wheat moved higher and stabilised at those levels, the crude oil too surged, adding to FMCG firms' worries. Besides, a dry spell in August in the ongoing monsoon season impacted rural demand.

Recipe: Chef Ranveer Brar's Apple Butter

Recipe: Chef Ranveer Brar's Apple Butter

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

A homemade apple syrup-like butter makes a morning-cheering topping, at breakfast, with breads and pancakes. Or even French toast.

Sops for sugar mills in Maharashtra

Sops for sugar mills in Maharashtra

Rediff.com29 Mar 2007

The Maharashtra government has announced fiscal incentives for the state sugar mills to ensure that they continue crushing till all the sugarcane available is consumed.

Memories And More This Diwali!

Memories And More This Diwali!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Zelda Pande recounts the specialness with which Diwali was celebrated in her home in Ranchi.

'Pakistan is sitting on a powder keg'

'Pakistan is sitting on a powder keg'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

'Outrage will take place sooner than later, because it's not only that their mandate has been stolen, but the most important issue right now is the sinking economy in Pakistan.' 'Inflation is 26%-27%. It is backbreaking inflation.' 'Food, energy, education, health, which are the primary things that every family requires, is going beyond the reach of the masses.'

What's Cooking In Your Kitchen On Eid ul-Adha?

What's Cooking In Your Kitchen On Eid ul-Adha?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

Go ahead have a meat fiesta with a range of biryanis, kebabs curries followed by delightful desserts.

Recipe: Sunita's Dahi Kadhi With Dal Vada

Recipe: Sunita's Dahi Kadhi With Dal Vada

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Why throwaway leftover dal vadas when you can whip up a fresh dish with them?

Movie Night Snack Recipes: Glazed Popcorn, Veggie Toast, Chatpata Makhana

Movie Night Snack Recipes: Glazed Popcorn, Veggie Toast, Chatpata Makhana

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Tasty bites and snacks for those planning to binge watch Netflix over the weekend. Or on a weekday :)

Recipe: Breakfast Muesli Yoghurt Parfait

Recipe: Breakfast Muesli Yoghurt Parfait

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Set yourself up for the day with a lovely breakfast that's filling and delicious as well.