News for 'traditional seeds'

Modi opens coffers for Assam before polls, says past govts neglected development

Modi opens coffers for Assam before polls, says past govts neglected development

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

"Those who ruled for decades since Independence believed Dispur was too distant from Delhi. 'Dilli ab door nahi aapke darwaaze par hai' (Delhi is not far now, it stands at your doorstep," he told a massive gathering.

Holi recipe: How to make mawa ka gujiya

Holi recipe: How to make mawa ka gujiya

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Chef Francis Vaz has penned down a traditional recipe for you.

What's in Katrina's dabba? She tells us

What's in Katrina's dabba? She tells us

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

When Twinkle Khanna asked her celebrity friends what was in their dabba, everyone wrote in and sent their recipes as well. What does Katrina Kaif like to include in her dabba? She tells us here.

Auckland tennis: Anderson socked by American Jack

Auckland tennis: Anderson socked by American Jack

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Jack Sock started a new tradition on Thursday, one that the 23-year-old hopes will become a regular occurrence as he carves out a successful tennis career.

Recipes: Chettinad nandu rasam, Fish musallam and more

Recipes: Chettinad nandu rasam, Fish musallam and more

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

These regional dishes will tease your taste buds.

Shorts: Aus human rights body to probe gymnastics abuse complaints

Shorts: Aus human rights body to probe gymnastics abuse complaints

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Sports Awards could to be delayed: Ministry official

Recipe: Vine Spinach with Shrimp

Recipe: Vine Spinach with Shrimp

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

In Indranee Ghosh's latest book you will discover some untold secrets about the hill station in the north east of India.

US Open: Muguruza stunned by qualifier Karolina Muchova

US Open: Muguruza stunned by qualifier Karolina Muchova

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Muchova, who came into the match against the 12th seed with a world ranking of 202, was understandably nervous from the outset but grew into the contest and eventually prevailed 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 in two hours and 27 minutes.

Sports Shorts: Ruthvika, Lakshya enter quarters; Joshna in semis

Sports Shorts: Ruthvika, Lakshya enter quarters; Joshna in semis

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday.

Can the younger generation beat 'big three' at Wimbledon?

Can the younger generation beat 'big three' at Wimbledon?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Since 2003, one of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal or Andy Murray have won the title at Wimbledon, with the Swiss leading the way with eight titles.

Serena used THIS twist to reach final

Serena used THIS twist to reach final

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Serena Williams has never been one to approach the net until it is time to exchange post-match pleasantries with an opponent but on Thursday she broke from tradition and it paid off with a trip to the U.S. Open final.

16 NBA players in 'self-isolation' after testing positive for COVID-19

16 NBA players in 'self-isolation' after testing positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

Sixteen NBA players tested positive for COVID-19, the league said on Friday, a little over a month before the 2020 season is set to resume in Florida on the same day the state reported a record of almost 9,000 new coronavirus cases in 24 hours.

Recipe: How to make Pindi Chhole

Recipe: How to make Pindi Chhole

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Delhi-based food blogger sent us this recipe.

India's first mRNA vaccine gets nod for human trials

India's first mRNA vaccine gets nod for human trials

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

The novel mRNA vaccine candidate, HGCO19, is supported with seed grant under the Ind-CEPI mission of the Department of Biotechnology. The mRNA vaccines do not use the conventional model to produce immune response. Instead, they carry molecular instructions to make the protein in the body through a synthetic RNA of the virus.

What's on Shilpa Shetty's plate?

What's on Shilpa Shetty's plate?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Shilpa Shetty has an enviable figure and amazing food habits as well!

Why aam panna, lassi and jaljeera are best for summer

Why aam panna, lassi and jaljeera are best for summer

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

Besides soothing your senses, they can aid digestion, keep your body cool and fight ailments.

5 things that can really spice up Australian Open

5 things that can really spice up Australian Open

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

amiliar names, however, are tipped to take off with the winners' trophies. The following is a list of talking points at the Australian Open:

Why the US is so keen to sell Bt brinjal to India

Why the US is so keen to sell Bt brinjal to India

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

The conversion of Indian farmers from traditional varieties and public hybrids to commercial hybrids and GM seeds could create a market larger than China.

Have you tried Bibim Guksu, Sujeonggwa, Bingsu?

Have you tried Bibim Guksu, Sujeonggwa, Bingsu?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Korean recipes modified to help you recreate them easily at home.

RBI's priority lending norms may not mean quick relief for start-ups

RBI's priority lending norms may not mean quick relief for start-ups

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Seed and early-stage start-ups are high-risk businesses, rarely have collateral and only 1 in 10 of them makes it to becoming a viable company.

#Poha on your mind? Read on!

#Poha on your mind? Read on!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

As the well-known breakfast snack is trending, we decided to bring you a couple of popular poha recipes from different states across India.

Sports Shorts: Semenya to run in Doha as storm rages over new IAAF rules

Sports Shorts: Semenya to run in Doha as storm rages over new IAAF rules

Rediff.com2 May 2019

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

Bad news for Indian start-ups

Bad news for Indian start-ups

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

Venture capitalists and private equity players have slowed investments in Indian start-ups.

Baisakhi recipes: Pindi chana, Makhane ki kheer...

Baisakhi recipes: Pindi chana, Makhane ki kheer...

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Enjoy these sumptuous traditional delicacies, courtesy chef Ranveer Brar.

Onam recipes: Sambaar, Avial, Kaalan and more

Onam recipes: Sambaar, Avial, Kaalan and more

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The traditional Onasadhya is incomplete without these sumptuous preparations made from rice, coconut, milk and assorted veggies.

Farmers are worried despite high onion prices

Farmers are worried despite high onion prices

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Despite onion prices hitting Rs 130 a kg in the wholesale market, farmers have not gained enough to make a profit this season. Farmers and other stakeholders in the value chain estimate that 30 per cent crop damage this kharif season would result in a decline of about 2 million tonnes in output from Lasalgaon district alone. Similar crop damage across the country could lead to an onion shortage of nearly 7 million tonnes this year.

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Jogi, 74, had been battling for life at the private hospital for the last 20 days and suffered a cardiac arrest in the afternoon, they said. He is survived by his wife Renu Jogi, the MLA from Kota constituency, and son Amit Jogi, a former MLA.

The many firsts on 70th R-Day parade

The many firsts on 70th R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

Four veterans of the Indian National Army, an all-women contingent of the 183-year-old Assam Rifles marching down Rajpath and an Indian Air Force aircraft flying using a mix of traditional and biofuel.

How to make Mangalorean Pineapple Menaskai

How to make Mangalorean Pineapple Menaskai

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

If you're looking for something that's sour, sweet and spicy, try this gravy.

Slurp! Three non-veg soup recipes

Slurp! Three non-veg soup recipes

Rediff.com20 Jan 2016

Reshma Aslam tells you how to make Chicken Yakhni, Chicken Corn Soup and Paya Soup.

Despite sluggish economy, start-up valuations, funding continue to soar

Despite sluggish economy, start-up valuations, funding continue to soar

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Even at early stage, start-ups are raising more money faster owing to the rise of a lot of specialised early-stage VCs and emergence of seed-stage programmes.

Serena concerned over Zika outbreak

Serena concerned over Zika outbreak

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Tennis star Serena Williams says she is concerned about the Zika outbreak ahead of August's Rio Olympics, but has faith in the support team dealing with worries about the mosquito-carried virus.

Inspiring! This couple had a zero-waste wedding

Inspiring! This couple had a zero-waste wedding

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Veena Balakrishnan and Vighnesh Vancheeshwar tell us how they planned it.

A glass of wine a day can keep the dentist away

A glass of wine a day can keep the dentist away

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Wine may be good for oral health says study.

Bon Appetit! Shanghai treats served to Modi at lunch

Bon Appetit! Shanghai treats served to Modi at lunch

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Menu included selection of traditional appetizers, double boiled bean curd soup, stewed porcini, pancake with vegetable.

Recipes: Dry Fruit Laddoo and Patishapta

Recipes: Dry Fruit Laddoo and Patishapta

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Taruna Bakshi shares her recipes for Diwali.

Textile ministry chalks out plan to reduce silk imports

Textile ministry chalks out plan to reduce silk imports

Rediff.com7 Jul 2013

The new area expansion would help in increasing the production of silk from the present 23,000 tonnes per annum to 32,000 tonnes, a growth of 39 per cent.

As rural India goes hi-tech

As rural India goes hi-tech

Rediff.com3 May 2011

FMCG and retail giants are making good use of technology to reach out to rural India.

Nadal to skip Miami; Thiem looks to reset

Nadal to skip Miami; Thiem looks to reset

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Rafael Nadal will skip the Miami Open that begins later this month in a bid to recover from a back injury in time for the clay court swing

Navratri fasting recipe: How to make Samo Rice

Navratri fasting recipe: How to make Samo Rice

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

This traditional preparation is a hit among the young and old alike.