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New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The cost of a home-cooked non-vegetarian thali fell by one per cent year-on-year in March 2026, while the price of a vegetarian meal remained stable during the same period. This difference in pricing emerged as lower costs for staples such as onions, potatoes, and pulses effectively offset the rising expenses associated with tomatoes, vegetable oil, and fuel. According to the latest Roti Rice Rate report from Crisil Intelligence, the average cost of preparing t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The cost of a home-cooked non-vegetarian thali fell by one per cent year-on-year in March 2026, while the price of a vegetarian meal remained stable during the same period. This difference in pricing emerged as lower costs for staples such as onions, potatoes, and pulses effectively offset the rising expenses associated with tomatoes, vegetable oil, and fuel. According to the latest Roti Rice Rate report from Crisil Intelligence, the average cost of preparing t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 7 (ANI): The cost of a home-cooked non-vegetarian thali fell by one per cent year-on-year in March 2026, while the price of a vegetarian meal remained stable during the same period. This difference in pricing emerged as lower costs for staples such as onions, potatoes, and pulses effectively offset the rising expenses associated with tomatoes, vegetable oil, and fuel. According to the latest Roti Rice Rate report from Crisil Intelligence, the average cost of preparing t ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Apr 5 (PTI) A 27-year-old woman here has alleged rape, forced religious conversion and financial exploitation by her husband and his family members, police said on Sunday. In her complaint, the woman alleged that the accused initially approached her on the pretext of renting her shop for a trading business. She claimed that he told her he had converted to Hinduism, changed his name to "Navadurga," and expressed his intention to marry her, convincing her and her mother. The woman all ...Read More >
Hyderabad: A case of alleged forced religious conversion has come to light in Hyderabad, where a woman has claimed that she was blackmailed into marrying a Muslim man who raped her and threatened her with photos of the incident. According to an ANI report, the woman (named Nazeera after the conversion) from Kukatpally, first met the accused Nawaz after he developed interest in a shop she had put up for rent. Over time, they got close. Nawaz alleged that he had converted to Hinduism and changed ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 5 (ANI): A woman in Hyderabad has alleged that she was forcibly converted to Islam, raped, and blackmailed by her husband, Nawaz (alias Navadurga), and his family members. Speaking to ANI, she provided an outline of a harrowing experience involving deception, physical violence, financial exploitation, and religious coercion. The victim met the accused, Nawaz, when he approached her to rent a shop. She alleged he falsely claimed to have converted to Hinduism ...Read More >
Thane, Apr 5 (PTI) A family from Maharashtra's Thane district was allegedly swindled of more than Rs 1.66 crore by a man who exploited their fear of "black magic" and promised them divine remedies through elaborate rituals and pilgrimages, police said on Sunday. The Kasarvadavali police district on April 2 registered a first information report (FIR) against Manjunath Shetty, a resident of Andheri in neighbouring Mumbai, based on the family's allegations that they were manipulated into paying th ...Read More >
'Was Tortured, Forced To Eat Beef': Hyderabad Woman Accuses Husband Of Forced Conversion, Rape Hyderabad woman accuses husband Nawaz and in laws of forced religious conversion, rape, financial fraud and violence, alleges police inaction despite repeated complaints A woman in Hyderabad has accused her husband and in-laws of forced religious conversion, sexual assault, and financial exploitation, alleging a pattern of abuse that began with deception. Speaking to news agency ANI, the woman said ...Read More >
A Kolkata-based Indologist said fish occupies a civilisational space in West Bengal. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Fish has become a key political symbol in West Bengal's assembly elections, linking food to identity * TMC accuses BJP of threatening Bengali culture by promoting vegetarianism and Hindi dominance * BJP candidates campaign with fish to counter allegations of being anti-fish and anti-Bengali culture Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To ...Read More >
New Delhi: As West Bengal gears up for the 2026 assembly elections, 'Mache Bhate Bangali', a common slogan that dominates every Bengali household, has now entered the political sphere.In doing so, it has become a symbol of identity, culture and pride, shaping the narrative of this high-stakes electoral battle. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee amplified the sentiment at a rally in Purulia, targeting bjp. "They won't let you eat fish. You can't eat meat, you can't eat eggs, you can't speak Bengali. ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: As West Bengal gears up for the 2026 assembly polls, 'Mache Bhate Bangali', a common catchphrase that dominated the household of every Bengali has now moved into the political field.With this, it has become an emblem of identity, culture and pride, shaping the narrative of the high-stakes electoral battle.Chief minister Mamata Banerjee amplified this sentiment in a rally in Purulia, targeting the BJP. "They will not let you eat fish. You cannot have meat, you cannot have eggs, you can ...Read More >
Kolkata, Apr 3 (PTI) In West Bengal's election waters, fish has leapt from the dinner plate to the centre of the political net, with the Trinamool Congress trying to hook Bengali pride, and the BJP scrambling not to get caught on the wrong side of the 'mache bhate Bangali' phrase. From giant katla held aloft at roadshows to ilish, pabda and chingri finding pride of place in political speeches, fish has emerged as an unlikely but potent metaphor in West Bengal's assembly polls, turning food habi ...Read More >
Mumbai: IndiGo will deploy its second Airbus A321XLR on the Delhi-Istanbul route on daily service from April 19. The model, also the second for India, will enable IndiGo to offer onward connections to over 50 international destinations via its codeshare partnership with Turkish Airlines. IndiGo welcomed India's first A321XLR on January 7, which was deployed on Mumbai-Athens route. The new-generation aircraft is known for offering enhanced range, fuel efficiency, and cabin comfort. The airline h ...Read More >
Nashik: "A fish is not an animal but an aquatic plant that grows in water." Not only this, but self-styled godman Ashok Kharat allegedly went to the extent of claiming that "when a fish is cut, no blood comes out and it has no bones." By presenting it as a form of 'prasad' rather than non-vegetarian food, he reportedly misled many devotees and persuaded them to consume meat. Following the growing number of complaints against Kharat, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed, and its probe ha ...Read More >
Nashik: The birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, who gave the world the message of 'Live and Let Live', was celebrated with immense enthusiasm in Igatpuri. Through a highly disciplined procession, the Jain community raised public awareness regarding social harmony, non-violence, environmental protection, water conservation, the 'Beti Bachao' (Save the Daughter) initiative, and a vegetarian lifestyle. The procession wound its way through Khâlchi Peth, the bus stand area, the railway station, Centr ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Karnataka deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar on Monday said three free tickets for IPL matches will be provided to each MLA, while two complimentary tickets will be given for international matches, with an option to purchase two more. Speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence after a meeting with Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) officials and IPL franchise representatives, Shivakumar said the matter had been finalised after discussions over the past week."Today ...Read More >
Bengaluru, March 30 (PTI) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Monday said three free tickets for IPL matches will be provided to each MLA, while two complimentary tickets will be given for international matches, with an option to purchase two more. Speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence after a meeting with Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) officials and IPL franchise representatives, Shivakumar said the matter had been finalised after discussions over the ...Read More >
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced October 27 as a government holiday for the Chhath festival. The holiday falls on a Monday, marking the most significant day of the four-day celebration. Devotees will offer prayers to the setting Sun. The festival honors nature, the Sun God, and Chhathi Maiya. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced that October 27 will be a government holiday on the occassion of Chhath festival, said a statement from the CMO. The chief minister explained ...Read More >
Ranchi, October 20: In a shocking incident in Jharkhand's Ranchi, a 47-year-old hotel owner was shot dead late Saturday night, October 18, after an alleged dispute over a food order. The crime reportedly stemmed from a vegetarian customer claiming he was mistakenly served non-vegetarian biryani. Police have launched a manhunt for the accused. According to news agency PTI, the incident occurred around 11:30 pm on October 18 at a restaurant on Kanke-Pithoria Road. The police said that a customer ...Read More >
A restaurant owner in Ranchi was shot dead after a customer complained of being served non-vegetarian biryani instead of vegetarian. The owner, Vijay Kumar Nag, was fatally shot on Saturday night. Police are conducting raids to apprehend the accused. Locals blocked a road demanding swift action. Investigations are ongoing to determine if other motives exist. A restaurant owner in Ranchi was shot dead after a vegetarian customer was allegedly served non-veg biryani, police told PTI on Sunday. T ...Read More >
Ranchi, Oct 20 (PTI) Jharkhand Police arrested two persons -- the main accused and a suspended policeman -- in connection with the murder of a restaurant owner, following an exchange of fire in Ranchi, an officer said on Monday. Acting on a tip-off that the main accused, Abhishek Singh, was attempting to flee from Ranchi with his family, police set up checkpoints at several locations. During the operation, police spotted him and surrounded him near the ITBP camp in Kanke police station area on ...Read More >
RANCHI: The man accused of killing a restaurant owner over a biryani order mix-up was injured in a police encounter late Sunday night near the ITBP camp at Sukurhutu under the Kanke police station area. According to police sources, a team of officers had gone to arrest the accused Abhishek Singh when he allegedly opened fire on them. The police retaliated, during which Singh sustained bullet injuries to both legs below the knees. He was later taken into custody and shifted to a hospital for tre ...Read More >
Anshoo Sharma, CEO & cofounder of Magicpin, India's third-largest food delivery platform, told PTI the platform is gearing up for even higher volumes as Diwali approaches. According to Bhakoo, choco lava cakes topped dessert orders across metros, while Kolkata's long-standing love for biryani remained intact. As India revels in the spirit of the festive season, food delivery platforms Swiggy and Magicpin have reported a massive surge in orders, highlighting how culinary cravings are now central ...Read More >
Jammu: Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) has declared Pooja holidays for all government and recognised private schools across Jammu Division from October 19 to October 23, 2025. According to an order issued by the Director School Education Jammu (DSEJ) said It is hereby ordered that all the Government Educational institutions and also recognized Private School (s) upto Higher Secondary levels (Summer /Winter Zones) of Jammu Division shall observe Pooja Holidays w.e.f 19-10-2025 to 23 ...Read More >
Mumbai: Since the announcement of the launch of 'India's first pure Jain dog biscuit' on Monday, Fredun Medhora, 39, Managing Director of Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited (FPL), said his phone has been ringing every three to four minutes with calls for pre-orders. While the first batch of 'Snacky Jain' is expected to hit stores next month, Medhora said that 12 tonnes of the product have been sold in pre-orders on WhatsApp. In a city that has popularised Jain remakes of everything from pav bhaji t ...Read More >
The couple were remanded in custody ahead of a plea hearing set for 16 December. The court heard that the couple failed to register Penelope's birth, provide her with GP care and "isolated" themselves from the wider world. When the child died, it is alleged they initially thought of cremating the body in the back garden of their home before contacting a funeral director. Tests following Penelope's death indicated "starvation over a prolonged period of many months culminating in fatal ketoacid ...Read More >
Every year Durga Puja begins with the melodies rhythms of Dhaak, Dhunchi and awahan folk songs of Maa Durga, but what makes the celebration of Durga Puja different for Bengalis is the feast and food fare that symbolizes happiness and celebration as the daughter comes back to her maternal home. This is one the reasons why non-vegetarian food is prepared and relished during this time, as the homecoming is marked by joyous feasting, and no austerity. Apart from that, it is also believed that mutton ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 26: Swiggy (Swiggy Ltd) (NSE: SWIGGY) (BSE: 544285), India's leading on-demand convenience platform, today announced the rollout of a host of new features for its Food on Train service. On the sidelines of the festive season, Swiggy has launched smarter, more personalized menu choices, bringing an exciting new culinary experience to millions of train travelers across India. They can choose from a range of 'City Best' dishes, a curated list of iconic eater ...Read More >
BENGALURU, India, Sept. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiggy (Swiggy Ltd) (NSE: SWIGGY) (BSE: 544285), India's leading on-demand convenience platform, today announced the rollout of a host of new features for its Food on Train service. On the sidelines of the festive season, Swiggy has launched smarter, more personalized menu choices, bringing an exciting new culinary experience to millions of train travelers across India. They can choose from a range of 'City Best' dishes, a curated list of iconic e ...Read More >
PRNewswire Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 26: Swiggy (Swiggy Ltd) (NSE: SWIGGY) (BSE: 544285), India's leading on-demand convenience platform, today announced the rollout of a host of new features for its Food on Train service. On the sidelines of the festive season, Swiggy has launched smarter, more personalized menu choices, bringing an exciting new culinary experience to millions of train travelers across India. They can choose from a range of 'City Best' dishes, a curated list of ...Read More >
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