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With Janmashtami just a day away, the joyous celebration of Lord Krishna s birth is almost here and no Janmashtami festivity feels complete without a lovingly prepared bhog platter featuring some of Kanha ji s favourite offerings. Celebrity chef and Khana Khaz

The Pentagon has issued new guidance for mandatory testosterone screening for service members. This policy applies to active-duty and reserve personnel aged thirty and older

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has imposed a fine of Rs 5 lakh on a food service provider after 25 students travelling on the Mangala Lakshadweep Express reportedly fell ill during their journey from Hazrat Nizamuddin to Thrissur

Naval Station Great Lakes enhanced waste management after joining the Federal Green Challenge. The station increased recycling by 114 percent and composted over 300 tons of waste

Idli-sambar is considered one of the high-protein breakfast options, especially in southern India. But does it really contain as much protein as it is often touted to provide?

Mere hours after the Maharashtra government told the Bombay high court that a 17-day hunger strike by tribal students protesting poor facilities across state hostels had finally ended following the chief minister s intervention, a fresh crisis rocked the state

Tibetan cuisine is shaped by its high altitude landscape, simple, hearty, and deeply nourishing. Built around staples like barley, yak products, and dairy, these dishes are designed to provide warmth, energy, and comfort in cold climates

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered an FIR last week against former officials of the Food Corporation of India (FCI), officials of the North Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation (NERAMAC), and private traders over an alleged Rs

Imagine this: you have just finished two dosas for breakfast, yet your mind is already asking what is for lunch or whether there is something sweet in the kitchen. You are not necessarily physically hungry, but the thought keeps returning

Listen to this article in summarized format (Catch all the Business News, Breaking News, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) What LIC should do to remain money-spinner for govt, policyholders From survival to 193 mn subscribers: Is Vi finally makin

Mumbai-based nutritionist Vanshika Khurana has shared an exciting chickpea wrap recipe that serves as a delicious and wholesome replacement for store-bought meals. Packed with high levels of protein and fiber, this dish begins with roasting chickpeas and blend

In the fourth quarter of the last financial year, the Indian economy grew at a healthy pace, despite widespread disruptions to energy markets and global trade in March due to the West Asia conflict. In the months thereafter, even as the conflict dragged on, so

Protein is one thing we need to focus on more in India. Our diets are mostly made up of carbohydrates and fats

Fashion and beauty may have revived polka dots first, but the trend has now found its way to the plate. From sprinkle-covered dotcakes to fruit salads made with perfectly scooped fruit spheres, dotted creations are emerging as one of social media s biggest foo

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday granted interim protection to the Mumbai branch of the Vadilal ice-cream business, observing that its decades-old rights to use the Vadilal brand across western and southern India are prima facie rooted in a 1993 family settlem

As Europe battles an intense heatwave, a video from the Netherlands showing a man, Olivier Hude, apparently frying an omelette in a pan placed under direct sunlight has gone viral. With temperatures soaring above 40 C in several parts of the continent, the cli

The El Ni o weather phenomenon developing over the Pacific could become the strongest in living memory, with the United Kingdom Met Office warning that its impact, combined with human-driven climate change, is likely to make 2027 the hottest year ever recorded

Bengaluru, The Karnataka government has prohibited the production, storage, distribution and sale of 'analogue paneer' being sold as 'paneer' across the state for a year to safeguard public health, officials said on Saturday. "The Food Safety Division of the D

Maharashtra FDA suspended seven food establishments for severe hygiene lapses and product adulteration. Inspections revealed live flies, cockroaches, and fake cheese being used by some businesses

Rats in kitchens, cockroach infestations, foul odour, leaking refrigerators and expired food products were among the serious hygiene violations that prompted the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to suspend the licences of six food establishments

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Tucked in the heart of Pune s Bhosalenagar, Mauji is not your regular cafe. It is purely time-based, spacious, yet cozy, and the kind of place that makes you stop and stare the moment you walk in

Once tucked away as a wellness add-on on larger caf menus, a ai is now getting dedicated real estate of its own. Over the past few months, standalone a ai bars, cloud kitchens and delivery-first brands have opened across Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Pune

Nestled in Mumbai, the iconic Irani caf s showcase the rich legacy of Parsi heritage, with Cafe Colony standing as a testament to this tradition since 1933. Renowned for its classic Parsi baked treats and refreshing beverages, the caf soon became a cherished l

There are certain ingredients found in our desi kitchen that pack a world of health benefits. According to Kiran Kukrej, a nutritionist, we have forgotten these ingredients and traded them for fancy alternatives which are not even native to us

The rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro is creating a new consumer market in India, with companies developing protein- and fibre-rich foods, nutrition supplements and beauty products aimed at addressing side effects of rapid weig

Removing excess oil from your dishes doesn t have to be a daunting task. One simple method is skimming oil from the top of your curries to achieve a cleaner finish

Food safety is often discussed through the language of regulations, inspections, licences and compliance. These are essential foundations, but they can create a misleading sense of security if they are mistaken for proof that a food business is genuinely under

Anirudh Ravichander has sparked an interesting discussion on social media after revealing that he is a vegetarian who loves spicy Andhra food. The composer reportedly revealed that he enjoys dishes like pappu annam and gongura pachadi, with his preference for

Calling it a calculated assault on public health , the Karnataka High Court has refused to set aside a cheating case against a company accused of re-labelling expired food products and reselling them as fresh. It held that it was not merely a food-safety viola

The cuisine of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a flavourful blend of Indian, Southeast Asian, and coastal influences. Fresh seafood, tropical fruits, coconut, and aromatic spices play a starring role in many local dishes

Amid the Food and Drug Administration s (FDA) ongoing crackdown on restaurants and eateries over hygiene lapses and substandard food, Western Railway (WR) has shut 22 food stalls at suburban stations after inspections found irregularities in food quality, sani

A food safety inspection found expired dairy products and unhygienic practices at Karnataka railway stations. Officials discovered suspected non-permitted food colours used in various food items sold

Protein has moved from being a nutrient discussed mainly in fitness circles to becoming a mainstream part of everyday eating. From protein-rich breakfasts and snacks to shakes and bars, many people are consciously trying to increase their intake

Carbohydrates are often blamed for a host of health problems, with foods such as sugar, bread and rice frequently singled out as dietary villains. However, the bigger concern may not be traditional carbohydrate-rich foods themselves, but the highly processed s

The Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) has seized counterfeit and illegally stored medicines worth around 4.5 crore in the past eight months while cracking an alleged interstate racket. The latest action on July 19 uncovered an alleged il

Tukaram Mundhe effect mumbai-school-canteens-junk-food-ban-healthy-food Vada pav and samosa are off the canteen menu at schools run by the Archdiocesan Board of Education (ABE), replaced by idli, dosa, poha, sheera and upma. Aerated drinks are banned outright

More than 200 students of Jai Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya residential school in Niyotani under Unnao s Hasanganj tehsil blocked the Mohan-Bangarmau road on Wednesday morning, alleging a shortage of teachers, poor-quality food and inadequate basic facilities. The

Food regulator FSSAI has taken action against several companies for misleading claims. Amway India and Emami are among firms that withdrew '100 per cent' product claims

Red chutney is the backbone of Indian street food. Whether it is a hot plate of momos, parathas, pakode, chownmein, patties, or any other street staple, you ll find customers asking for its refills

A court in Uttar Pradesh s Rae Bareli on Tuesday sentenced 14 people, including former Samajwadi Party district president Ram Pratap Yadav and a dhaba owner Suresh Yadav, to life imprisonment for the 2019 murder of D Pharma student Aditya Pratap Singh alias Ra

Getting children to eat healthy food can be frustrating, especially when they are picky eaters and start throwing tantrums at the sight of vegetables. But turning vegetables into a delicious, colourful dish can be an easy way to make them more appealing to lit

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has put his weight behind state Food and Drug Administration (FDA) chief Tukaram Mundhe s aggressive food safety clampdown, targeting iconic restaurants and eateries across the state, saying the crackdown will conti

Food is often more than just nourishment for couples. Shared meals can become part of a relationship s daily rhythm, offering time to reconnect, talk about the day and simply be together

Protein is one of the most essential nutrients your body needs to stay in shape, energised, and healthy. However, it has recently become a buzzword, with endless protein-rich products available in the market

Why did the merciful God create the merciless Indian summer? This theological riddle has only one answer that I know: Mango

Residents and locals in Sector 67 are calling for the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) to take action against people illegally dumping plastic and food waste in the green belt in Ramgarh, alleging that the issue has persisted for nearly a year. The site

The Karnataka government launched a QR code-based Integrated Public Grievance Redressal System (IPGRS) on Monday for the public to register and track complaints about unhygienic food, expired or overpriced medicines, and other violations. Health Minister UT Kh

Describing his pyaz hi sabzi, the chef wrote in the caption, Pyaz ki sabzi - simple, ghar wali aur unbelievably delicious! Thinly sliced onions cooked with everyday spices until perfectly soft, caramelised and packed with flavour

Karnataka restaurants and pharmacies will soon display QR codes for lodging food and drug safety complaints. This new initiative aims to streamline consumer feedback and ensure faster action on violations