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
Ethanol blending has strengthened India's energy security without hurting vehicle performance: Former IOCL ChairmanIndia's ethanol blending programme is bolstering energy security, boosting farmer incomes by nearly ₹1.6 lakh crore, and cutting emissions ...
04 Jul, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Diplomatic relations, right decisions: PM Modi outlines how India weathered Iran warPrime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's successful navigation of the West Asia crisis, attributing it to timely and correct decisi...
04 Jul, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
Psychology says people who cook far more food than necessary aren't just overpreparing, they may be expressing care through abundancePsychology says people who regularly cook extra food may be influenced by caregiving, communal relationships, abundance, hospitality, and f...
03 Jul, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
Oil Price Today (July 3): Crude oil heads for 4th weekly loss on Hormuz traffic, US-Iran talks. Where is liquid gold headed?Brent crude hovered near the $71-a-barrel mark after briefly dipping below that level in the previous session, while US benchmark West Texa...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
India's June palm oil imports fall to 14-month low as demand softens, dealers sayIndia's palm oil imports plunged to a 14-month low in June, driven by weak consumer demand and a shrinking price advantage over rival oils....
02 Jul, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
Chef Kunal Kapur’s stir-fried cucumber recipe is the refreshing summer lunch you need; here’s how to make itBeat the summer heat with celebrity chef Kunal Kapur's quick and refreshing stir-fried cucumber recipe. This light yet flavourful dish, fea...
02 Jul, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
LPG Gas Rate Today: Check domestic 14 KG cylinder price today in Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and other citiesLPG Cylinder Price Today: Good news for consumers as state-run oil companies have revised LPG prices for July 2026. While domestic cylinder...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.50 AM IST
US Supreme Court rejects Trump's unprecedented bid to fire Fed's CookThe Supreme Court has taken a significant stand for the Federal Reserve's independence, rejecting President Trump's unusual effort to remov...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Used-car market enters new era: Why more Indians are choosing used cars despite rising incomesIndia's used car market is booming, projected to hit $70 billion by FY31 as buyers increasingly choose pre-owned vehicles for value and sma...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
Food of the day: Courteney Cox's simple one-protein, three-vegetable bowl packs up to 38g protein. Here's how to make itCourteney Cox's simple yet nutritious protein bowl, featuring lean chicken and a trio of vegetables like zucchini, broccoli, and mushrooms,...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
Why India stayed resilient through the Hormuz crisisIndia successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz closure, ensuring energy security for its citizens. Despite a significant drop in West As...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi thanks citizens for supporting calls to curb gold purchases, adopt fuel-saving habits amid West Asia crisisPrime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to citizens for actively embracing his appeals during West Asia's crisis. He highlighted w...
28 Jun, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Food of the day: Samantha Ruth Prabhu loves this particular protein-packed bowl. It has 25 grams of protein. Here's a quick recipe to try at homeActress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, recently announcing her pregnancy, continues to inspire with her healthy lifestyle. Her vibrant Lentil and Gr...
27 Jun, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Forget instant noodles! Living in hostel or PG? Nutritionist shares easy 5-minute healthy meal ideas for better health, glowing skin & stronger hairHostel food ideas: Living away from home can be challenging, but eating nutritious meals doesn't have to be. Dietitian Trupty, from nutriti...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Maharashtra FDA bans serving food in newspapers, issues statewide food safety orderMaharashtra FDA has launched 'Safe Food, Healthy Maharashtra' banning food served on newspapers and enforcing strict hygiene. Hotels, resta...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.18 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