World Biryani Day 2026: Who invented biryani? From Timur to Mumtaz Mahal legend, the fascinating history behind India's favourite rice dishBiryani, a beloved Indian rice dish, boasts a rich and debated origin. While its roots are traced to Persia, legends suggest its arrival in...
05 Jul, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
Sadhguru says a 100-year-old food has ‘tremendous’ healing properties, can cure IBS, strengthen immunitySpiritual leader Sadhguru and Ayurveda physician Dr. Vasant Lad revealed the profound health benefits of 100-year-old ghee, known as Shata ...
04 Jul, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
Forget Taj Mahal, 65-year-old husband in Andhra builds desi escalators at home for wife suffering from severe knee painA 65-year-old mechanic in East Godavari has ingeniously built a homemade escalator for his wife, who suffers from severe knee pain. Complet...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
The 'little boy' in the Pacific, India's monsoon and the big test aheadIndia's crucial monsoon season has begun sluggishly, with a significant rainfall deficit raising concerns for the farm economy. Delayed sow...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Govt to upgrade rice quality for public distributionIn a significant move to enhance food security, the government has decided to improve the quality of rice distributed to over 80 crore citi...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Woman loses 7.5 kg in 2 months after giving up rice, chapati and dosa; Apollo neurologist debunks carb myth, explains what really drives fat lossWeight loss isn't solely about ditching rice or chapatis, according to neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar. True weight loss stems from a consiste...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
136 years, 1 simple food tradition: Meet Mumbai’s ‘dabbawalas’ delivering fresh home-cooked meals to busy office-goers. But this iconic tiffin service is slowly disappearingMumbai's iconic dabbawalas, a century-old tradition, are facing a decline. These lunchbox couriers, known for delivering home-cooked meals,...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.37 PM IST
India's next stock market headache isn't oil but a bigger storm brewing in the skiesIndia's stock market faces a new challenge as a severe "Super El Niño" threatens the monsoon, impacting 56% of GDP tied to consumption. Thi...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
Samajwadi Party leader Zeeshan Ansari writes in blood to Modi for 'Rashtra Mata' status for cowSamajwadi Party leader Zeeshan Ansari penned a blood-written letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the declaration of the cow as "...
29 Jun, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
Tamannaah Bhatia's fitness coach Siddhartha Singh reveals why food isn't the enemy in fat lossCelebrity fitness coach Siddhartha Singh debunks the myth that certain foods hinder weight loss, asserting that overeating, not the food it...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Can a weak monsoon slow India's economy? Here's what investors need to knowA 10% rain deficit could add as much as one-percentage-point to headline consumer inflation driven by food prices, according to research by...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Rice feeds more than half the world, but scientists say current farming is crossing Earth’s safe limits for climate, water, and nutrients, and that makes every bowl part of a bigger planetary balancing actRice cultivation, a global staple, is pushing Earth's natural systems beyond safe limits, particularly concerning climate change, water use...
27 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Chef Kunal Kapur gives boring paneer a new twist with this healthy, low-calorie paneer lababdar recipe for weight lossChef Kunal Kapur has unveiled a lighter, healthier take on the beloved paneer lababdar, perfect for health-conscious Indian households. Thi...
26 Jun, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Food of the day: This South Indian dessert is Rajinikanth’s favourite. Here’s a simple recipe to try at home and it requires just 3 ingredientsSouth India's beloved Paal Payasam, a creamy rice pudding, is a testament to tradition's enduring charm. This simple yet rich dessert, made...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Padma Shri awardee R Madhavan’s favourite high-protein South Indian breakfast dish: Detailed recipe, nutrition benefits and why he starts his day with itPadma Shri recipient R. Madhavan champions a traditional South Indian breakfast, highlighting its protein-rich pongal as a cornerstone of h...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.29 PM IST
Chef Kunal Kapur shares protein-rich palak tofu curry: A healthy spin on classic palak paneer, here’s how to make it at homeChef Kunal Kapoor has unveiled a protein-packed palak paneer, ingeniously replacing traditional paneer with tofu. This vibrant curry featur...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
Is a traditional Indian thali unhealthy? Celebrity nutritionist shares 5 common mistakes people makeNutritionist Luke Coutinho highlights common errors in preparing and consuming Indian thalis. Many people overemphasize carbohydrates like ...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.53 AM IST