Rice
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First time in India, FSSAI notifies comprehensive regulatory standards for Basmati Rice
Business | Jan 12, 2023, 04:19 PM ISTThe Centre said the move will establish fair practices in the trade of Basmati rice and protect consumers' interests. It will be enforced from 1st Aug 2023.
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Uttar Pradesh: Principal of govt school suspended after students served rice-salt meal
India | Sep 28, 2022, 11:02 PM ISTParents alleged that the students are forced to sit on sacks during mid-day meals.
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Exports of broken rice consignments in transit extended till September 30
Business | Sep 21, 2022, 09:42 AM ISTThe ban on exports assumes significance as it appeared that the overall sown area under paddy this Kharif season could be lower than that of last year.
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India bans export of 'broken rice' with immediate effect
India | Sep 09, 2022, 08:50 AM ISTThe ban on exports assumes significance as it appears that the overall sown area under paddy this Kharif season could be lower than that of last year. This can have an impact on both crop prospects as well as prices going forward.
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Nirmala pulls up Collector in Telangana for not replying on Centre, state share in PDS rice
India | Sep 02, 2022, 09:01 PM ISTFrom March-April 2020, the Centre has been providing rice, priced at Rs 30-Rs 35, free of cost without the state government and the beneficiaries having to contribute anything.
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CCEA approves distribution of fortified rice through govt schemes to tackle malnutrition
India | Apr 08, 2022, 09:15 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi in his address on the 75th Independence Day had announced that fortified rice will be provided through all central government schemes by 2024.
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Ramadan 2022: Try this biryani recipe for Iftar, everyone will surely love it.
Food | Apr 01, 2022, 01:07 PM ISTThe royal delicacy biryani is enjoyed by many. Especially in the month of Ramadan. People like to break their fast and enjoy biryani in their iftar meal. If you are looking for an easy biryani recipe to cook at home, we are here to help you out with it.
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Boost your immunity with these 7 best foods that are rich with Zinc
Health | Mar 29, 2022, 03:10 PM ISTZinc is considered an essential mineral that is required by the human body. It helps in running a smooth immune system, generating cells, and repairing tissue. But, our bodies do not produce zinc naturally, one needs to consume it from food.
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Galaxy Basmati Rice: India’s leading Rice Brand is Now Available on Amazon and Flipkart
Brand Content | Jun 08, 2023, 12:13 PM ISTGalaxy basmati rice is the finest quality basmati rice that is aromatic and has a unique flavour. Best suited for everyday Indian cooking. Find it on Amazon and Flipkart.
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What makes fermented rice water special?
Beauty | Apr 28, 2021, 12:21 PM ISTRice water can be used for different body parts, including the face, skin, and hair, as it is known to have amazing results. Rice is a staple in most Asian households, especially in countries like India, China, Japan, and South Korea; thus, people started using fermented rice water for various other purposes as well, including skincare and hair care.
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World Pulses Day: How is dal chawal a good dinner option for weight loss
Food | Feb 10, 2021, 12:30 PM ISTWhile many eat pulses for the nutrients it provide, others opt the same for speeding up weight loss process. Yes, that's true and proven! You can lose oodles of weight by having dal chawal in dinner. Today is probably the best day to know all the details regarding the same since it's World Pulses Day. If you are worried about shedding those extra kilos, the combination of dal chawal at night is the best for you.
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Competitive pricing! China imports rice from India after 2 years amid border tension
Business | Dec 02, 2020, 07:59 PM ISTChina has started importing Indian rice after a gap of two years and placed orders for shipment of about 5,000 tonnes of non-basmati rice due to competitive prices offered by India compared to other nations, according to the All India Rice Exporters Association (AIREA).
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Govt orders early procurement of rice in Punjab, Haryana amid farmers protests
Business | Sep 26, 2020, 05:44 PM ISTThe Centre has allowed early procurement of paddy in Punjab and Haryana from Saturday, a statement from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said.
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Anticipating a bumper harvest, India to divert rice crop to manufacture sanitisers
Business | Apr 20, 2020, 10:02 PM ISTThe excessive rice crop in India this year, anticipated to be the biggest harvest in the last five years, will be diverted to manufacture ethanol, which in turn will be used in the processing of sanitisers
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Women gather in Thiruvananthapuram to celebrate 'Pongala Mahotsavam'
News | Mar 09, 2020, 03:40 PM ISTHundreds of women gathered in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram to celebrate Pongala Mahotsavam. Devotees cooked rice in small vessels and lined up to offer food to 'Attukal Devi'.
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Rice exporters require certification of inspection to export to European Union
India | Nov 06, 2019, 02:45 PM IST"Export of rice (basmati and non-basmati) to European Union (EU) countries will require certificate of inspection from Export Inspection Council/Export Inspection Agency with immediate effect," directorate general of foreign trade has said in a notification
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Agriculture sector: Export of non- Basmati rice decline by 37 per cent
Business | Sep 14, 2019, 08:05 AM ISTThough Basmati rice exports have also declined 1.5 per cent, but experts don't suggest price as reason behind it.
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BJP promises rice, salt, pulses at Re 1 in Odisha
Apr 13, 2019, 10:03 PM IST"If the BJP comes to power in Odisha, it will provide 5 kg rice, 500 gram dal and an equal amount of salt to 3.26 crore beneficiaries at Re 1 per kg under the National Food Security Scheme (NFSA),"
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This is the secret behind Kareena Kapoor Khan’s striking makeover!
People | May 23, 2018, 08:38 PM ISTKareena Kapoor Khan's dietician Rujuta Diwekar dropped a major hint about her amazing physical transformation!
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Eating white rice during pregnancy can increase kids' obesity in early life
Lifestyle | Jun 08, 2017, 06:23 PM ISTEating refined grains like white rice during pregnancy can up the risk of kid's obesity by the age of seven