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Top 5: Exclusive lip-smacking vegetarian recipes!

Top 5: Exclusive lip-smacking vegetarian recipes!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

The non-veggies may not agree but vegetarian dishes can indeed be yummy. We bring you an exclusive excerpt from The Heart of the Matter by Gitanjali Gurbaxani with five recipes, which the author has kindly shared with us.

Being vegetarian is BAD for the environment

Being vegetarian is BAD for the environment

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Consuming more fruits, vegetables, dairy and seafood can actually harm the environment, according to a study.

Recipe: Varun Inamdar's Kashmiri Doon Ki Chutney

Recipe: Varun Inamdar's Kashmiri Doon Ki Chutney

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

This simple chutney can be served with kebabs and other starters.

'Biggest Worry Should Be Pakistan'

'Biggest Worry Should Be Pakistan'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

'Right now, we have no relationship with Pakistan. And the relationship with China is not great.'

Air India takes 'make in India' route for food on flights to India

Air India takes 'make in India' route for food on flights to India

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

The loss-making airline has already started using food items stocked from India during its onward journey to Stockholm, Copenhagen, Birmingham and Madrid, and use them when returning. It has said food items purchased from these foreign cities are much more expensive when compared to Indian cities.

J-K official suspended for hurting religious sentiments

J-K official suspended for hurting religious sentiments

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

An assistant commissioner-level officer in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district has been suspended for making "objectionable remarks" against a particular religion, officials said on Wednesday.

Kanwar Yatra order forces Muslim, Hindu dhaba owners to remove staff

Kanwar Yatra order forces Muslim, Hindu dhaba owners to remove staff

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

A Muslim man used to work on the tandoor at my restaurant. But due to this issue, I asked him to leave. Because people can make an issue over it. We don't want such trouble here

BJP distributing money, alcohol, non-veg food for votes: AAP

BJP distributing money, alcohol, non-veg food for votes: AAP

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

AAP alleges that the BJP is trying to woo voters with food and alcohol before the polls

Recipe: Soya Mattar Masala

Recipe: Soya Mattar Masala

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Soya chunks and peas, in a spicy gravy, with rice or rotis is wonderful midday meal.

ITC bets big on frozen food segment

ITC bets big on frozen food segment

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The company, which has recently made a foray into the frozen food segment under ITC Master Chef brand targeting both retail and food services players, is also planning to expand its reach to over 30 cities in the retail segment and 100 cities in food services segment during the period. ITC will be the third major organised player in the frozen food segment after McCain, which is mainly in the vegetarian segment and Venky's, which is in non-vegetarian.

Recipe: Mayur's Black Masala Chicken Gravy

Recipe: Mayur's Black Masala Chicken Gravy

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Chicken cooked up in a charred masala is a rural Maharashtra treat and tastes divine with rice or bhakri.

Did Shami Contemplate Suicide?

Did Shami Contemplate Suicide?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Mohammed Shami went through the toughest phase of his career in 2018 when he had to battle his way against allegations of match-fixing levied by ex-wife Hasin Jahan.

Why being a pure vegetarian may be a BAD IDEA

Why being a pure vegetarian may be a BAD IDEA

Rediff.com26 Dec 2011

Being vegetarian does have its plust points but find out what you may be missing when you drop meat from your meals.

'It was to ensure...': UP govt defends kanwar yatra directive in SC

'It was to ensure...': UP govt defends kanwar yatra directive in SC

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday defended its directive requiring eateries along the kanwar yatra route to display the names of their owners and staff, saying the idea was to bring in transparency, avoid 'potential confusion' and ensure a peaceful yatra.

Will Kriti make a convincing Sita? VOTE!

Will Kriti make a convincing Sita? VOTE!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

Sources say Kriti Sanon, super excited to be working in the mythological space for the first time, will play Sita mata with the full conviction of a true devotee.

A Traditional Kerala Meal For Sreejesh

A Traditional Kerala Meal For Sreejesh

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The customary naadan or home-cooked meal is rather memorable fare.

Achche din? Japanese restaurants in India dish out vegetarian delights

Achche din? Japanese restaurants in India dish out vegetarian delights

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Japanese cuisine gets a vegetarian twist in India.

Recipe: Vegetable Singapore Curry Laksa Soup

Recipe: Vegetable Singapore Curry Laksa Soup

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

You will be as smitten with this Singaporean soup as I was.

Meat, potatoes guy who...: Usha Vance introduces husband JD at RNC

Meat, potatoes guy who...: Usha Vance introduces husband JD at RNC

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Introducing Vance, a junior United States senator from Ohio, to their fellow Americans, Usha described the love and affection of her husband.

Unbelievable! This is what Kartik Aryan eats

Unbelievable! This is what Kartik Aryan eats

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

"I think this is a myth that to be fit you need to be a non-vegetarian."

Recipe: Sagar's Bok Choy-Wrapped Chicken Dim Sums

Recipe: Sagar's Bok Choy-Wrapped Chicken Dim Sums

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Chicken mince, arbi, mushrooms and bok choy in one neat package. Delicious!

No lust, avoid non-veg food: Government's advice to pregnant women

No lust, avoid non-veg food: Government's advice to pregnant women

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

"Pregnant women should detach themselves from desire, anger, attachment, hatred and lust. Avoid bad company and be with good people," the tract, issued by the government-funded Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy, says.

Meet the 12 hottest vegetarian women

Meet the 12 hottest vegetarian women

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

They swear by vegetarianism to not only save our environment and animals, but also to maintain their lithe, sculpted figure.

Tribals gather near Parasnath hills, demand to 'free it from Jains'

Tribals gather near Parasnath hills, demand to 'free it from Jains'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Thousands of tribals from Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha reached the hills earlier in the day, carrying traditional weapons and beating drums.

Cold Rice Is Better For Diabetics

Cold Rice Is Better For Diabetics

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The process of refrigerating the rice overnight starch that is resistant to digestion and therefore it will not spike blood glucose levels.

Karnataka to form panel to monitor hate speech as per SC order: Bommai

Karnataka to form panel to monitor hate speech as per SC order: Bommai

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

The chief minister said such speeches are on the rise across the country, especially on social media platforms.

Do you believe in yo-yo dieting?

Do you believe in yo-yo dieting?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Two decades ago when someone said, "I am on a diet," you assumed they would be eating less of everything. Today, those few words lead to a whole new discourse, says Ambi Parameswaran.

Biles gets surprise after thumbs down to Village cuisine

Biles gets surprise after thumbs down to Village cuisine

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Still, Biles was likely partaking in some delectable pastries that Paris had to offer.

'Strongly told US...': India on treatment of deportees

'Strongly told US...': India on treatment of deportees

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

India has expressed concern to the US authorities over the treatment of deportees on a flight that landed on February 5, particularly with respect to the use of shackles, especially on women. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has also registered its concerns regarding the need to accommodate the religious sensitivities and food preferences of the deportees. The US side has confirmed that no women or children were restrained on the deportation flights that landed in India on 15th and 16th February, 2025.

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Several states declared a holiday for schools, while government offices, other establishments and public sector banks remained closed for half a day.

Recipe: Chef Narendra's Goan Sabzi Vindaloo

Recipe: Chef Narendra's Goan Sabzi Vindaloo

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

A vegetable curry made using the signature vindaloo paste.

How To Remain Healthy With One Kidney? Ask rediffGURU

How To Remain Healthy With One Kidney? Ask rediffGURU

Rediff.com29 May 2024

rediffGURU Dr Vinod Kumar offers advice on how to take care of your kidneys.

Swarupa Dutt's Desi Papaya and Mango Salad

Swarupa Dutt's Desi Papaya and Mango Salad

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

It is refreshing, fresh, summery and incredibly tasty.

Neena Gupta's Secret Project With Shyambabu

Neena Gupta's Secret Project With Shyambabu

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'I have done a one-hour film on soya bean with him!'

Army personnel to get chicken biriyani

Army personnel to get chicken biriyani

Rediff.com21 Dec 2009

Army personnel deployed in icy heights like Siachen and Kargil now can look forward to munch mutton and chicken biryanis or non-vegetarian sandwiches with all nutrients and taste attached, thanks to the efforts of a leading food laboratory.

Dilli Ab Door Nahin!

Dilli Ab Door Nahin!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'Delhi's streets were not alleys but an artist's canvas,' the eminent poet Mir Taqi Mir noted more than 150 years ago. Syed Firdaus Ashraf savours the sights and cuisine of the national capital.

Insult to Marathi people won't be tolerated, warns Maha govt

Insult to Marathi people won't be tolerated, warns Maha govt

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

An alleged attack on a Marathi-speaking family by a government employee in Thane district sparked outrage in the Maharashtra Assembly, where the BJP-led government assured justice and condemned the incident. Opposition parties demanded immediate action against the accused, Akhilesh Shukla, and his wife, who have been arrested. The incident has raised concerns about discrimination against Marathi people and fueled tensions in the state.

Vegetarian? Here's how to eat right

Vegetarian? Here's how to eat right

Rediff.com8 Jun 2010

It is possible to have a fully balanced diet that is entirely vegetarian, if you work it right. All you need to do is eat smart to make your meals as complete as possible.

Tribals plan day-long fast to push demand to 'free' Parasnath hills

Tribals plan day-long fast to push demand to 'free' Parasnath hills

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Tribals will observe a day's fast on January 30 at Ulihatu in Khunti district, the birthplace of tribal icon Birsa Munda, in solidarity with their movement to 'save' the Parasnath hills, a member of a joint forum of Adiva bodies said.

JNU clash: Edu ministry seeks report, students' union demands judicial probe

JNU clash: Edu ministry seeks report, students' union demands judicial probe

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Student bodies protested outside the Jamia Millia Islamia against what transpired at JNU and to demand that food choices cannot be imposed on people in the name of Ram Navami.