Mustard

Durga Puja 2017 Special: Kasundi, Bengali Cuisine's Favourite Mustard Sauce

Plavaneeta Borah | Saturday September 23, 2017

Just like wasabi, kasundi is highly pungent mustard sauce, with the power to zing your nasal passages and bring tears to your eyes.

No Approval Given Yet For Cultivation Of GM Mustard, Centre Tells Court

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday September 15, 2017

The Centre today told the Supreme Court that it has not granted any approval for commercial cultivation of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard crop in the country and no plantation will take place without its nod.

Living near Parks and Green Spaces May Help Kids with Asthma: Eating Raw Onions May Also Give Relief

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday September 9, 2017

Asthma can primarily be tackled with medication, breathing techniques and a host of lifestyle interventions.

What Women Should Eat and Avoid To Lose Stubborn Belly Fat

NDTV Food Desk | Tuesday August 29, 2017

Certain foods and ingredients can help you fight belly fat effectively while some may hinder your plan. Calling all ladies! These simple tips will help you lose belly fat in the easiest way possible.Have a look at what you should be eating or avoiding to get rid of belly fat.

Shukto: Why Can't Bengalis Start Their Meal Without This Bitter Medley Of Vegetables

Sushmita Sengupta | Thursday August 10, 2017

Shukto is a bitter and pungent stew of vegetables cooked in mustard oil and spiced with paanch phoron, ginger paste and chillies.

Kanji-Vada: Did you Know That This Street Food May Actually Boost Your Digestion?

Sushmita Sengupta | Friday August 4, 2017

Kanji vada is a popular local delicacy of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Containing moong dal vadas immersed in tangy mustard flavoured liquid called Kanji.

Final Decision On GM Mustard Likely In September, Supreme Court Told

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Monday July 31, 2017

A decision on the commercial release of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard crop in the country will be taken by September, the Central government told the Supreme Court on Monday.

'Decision On GM Mustard's Commercial Roll-Out In 45 Days,' Centre Tells Supreme Court

India News | Press Trust of India | Monday July 31, 2017

The Centre today told the Supreme Court that it will take a decision in a month and a half on whether to allow the commercial roll-out of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard crop in the country.

Activists Urge PM Narendra Modi To Reject Plea For Commercial Release Of GM Mustard

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday July 30, 2017

A coalition of anti-GM crop activists has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure that the application for commercial release of genetically modified mustard is rejected in toto.

Former Health Ministers Write To PM Modi Not To Give Nod To GM Mustard

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday July 28, 2017

Two former union health ministers and a number of medical practitioners today wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, advising against giving nod to the commercial release of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard crop.

Yet To Take Policy Decision On GM Mustard Crop, Centre Tells Supreme Court

India News | Press Trust of India | Monday July 17, 2017

The Centre today informed the Supreme Court that so far it has not taken any policy decision on the commercial release of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard crop.

Rajasthan Not To Allow Genetically Modified Mustard Even If Centre Approves

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday July 14, 2017

The Rajasthan government today said it will never allow commercial cultivation of GM mustard even if the Centre approves it, maintaining that its traditional varieties are giving much better yields than the GM crop.

RSS-Backed Farmers' Body Protests in Rajasthan, Takes On BJP Government

India News | Written by Harsha Kumari Singh | Friday June 16, 2017

Walking right into the middle of the farmers' protests that have spilled into Rajasthan from neighbouring Madhya Pradesh, the RSS-backed Bharatiya Kisan Sangh on Thursday started indefinite protests at the state's eight divisional headquarters including a sit-in right in the heart of the capital Jaipur with a long list of demands including a loan w...

GST Rate Lowered On Movie Tickets, Printers, Over 60 Items: 10 Facts

India News | Agencies | Sunday June 11, 2017

The GST or Goods and Services Tax Council met on Sunday to review demands raised by 133 industries seeking change from the fitments originally made under the four-slab indirect tax structure. Chaired by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, the Council lowered the tax rate for 66 items of common use. While taxes on packaged foods and school bags and...

Akshay Kumar Shares New Poster Of Toilet: Ek Prem Katha With A 'Warning'

Wednesday June 7, 2017

The new poster shared by Akshay Kumar features an open mustard field and comes with a 'warning.' The tagline of the poster reads: "Nature is not a toilet"

Scientists Want GM Mustard To Be Given Go Ahead For Commercial Production

India News | Written by Sandeep Phukan | Wednesday June 7, 2017

On World Environment Day on Monday, top government scientists came together to demand a commercial go ahead for genetically modified or GM mustard.

Not Ready For GM Mustard Seeds, Says Rajasthan Agriculture Minister Prabhulal Saini

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Wednesday May 24, 2017

Rajasthan's Agriculture Minister Prabhulal Saini on Wednesday said the state was not ready to introduce genetically modified (GM) mustard and was doing well with normal seeds.

Kerala Passes Resolution Against Genetically Modified Mustard

South | Written by Uma Sudhir | Friday May 19, 2017

The Kerala Legislative Assembly today unanimous passed a resolution rejecting genetically modified or GM Mustard seed.

Environment Committee Approves GM Mustard. Anti-GM Activists, Farmers Remain Opposed

India News | Reported by Pallava Bagla, Edited by Nidhi Sethi | Saturday May 13, 2017

The country's first genetically modified food crop, GM Mustard, gets the green light from the Ministry of Environment and Forests' Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC). The committee has given a positive recommendation calling it "safe" and fit for commercial release.

Government Panel Clears Use Of Genetically Modified Mustard. Final Approval Awaited

India News | Edited by Indroneil B Biswas | Friday May 12, 2017

A government panel has cleared an application seeking approval for commercial use of indigenously developed genetically modified mustard. The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee of the ministry of Environment recommended the use of what would be India's first GM food crop on Thursday.

Actress Bhavana And Producer Naveen Are Engaged. See Pic

Thursday March 9, 2017

Bhavana looked fabulous in a mustard sari and a dazzling smile while Naveen was dressed in traditional attire

What Mahira Khan 'Couldn't Do In Raees': A DDLJ Scene, Minus Shah Rukh Khan

Wednesday February 22, 2017

It appears Mahira Khan really craved a Dilwale Dulania Le Jayenge moment in the mustard fields of Punjab

UP Elections 2017: Ajit Singh's Party Makes Muzaffarnagar A 4-Way Contest

India News | Written by Sandeep Phukan | Friday February 10, 2017

Past the sugarcane fields and mustard plantations along the National Highway 58, around 10 km before the entry point to Muzzaffarnagar town in western Uttar Pradesh, stands the first major security barricade. The paramilitary force personnel with automatic weapons and in their olive green fatigues seemed a bit more than the usual security bandobast...

Lohri 2017: What Makes Sarson ka Saag a Winter Favourite?

NDTV Food | Friday January 13, 2017

Happy Lohri 2017! No other dish in the North screams more winter than Sarson ka Saag. Here's how to make it and its many benefits.

8 Incredible Mustard Oil Benefits That Make It So Popular

Plavaneeta Borah | Wednesday November 30, 2016

Mustard oil, a common ingredient in the Indian kitchen, comes loaded with a host of health benefits, from treating a cold to boosting hair growth.

Salmon from Norway comes to India with 'Desi' Twist

Press Trust of India | Tuesday November 29, 2016

Sea food lovers are in for good news as they can now relish salmon, native to tributaries of North Atlantic and Pacific Ocean, in Indianised versions like 'Amritsari Tawa Salmon' and 'Bengali yogurt mustard Salmon'.

Deepika Padukone, Ranbir Kapoor Party Together at Karan Johar's Place

Friday November 11, 2016

Ranbir and Deepika arrived separately but they did catch up the entrance. Ranbir was dressed casually with a cap to go while Deepika opted for a non-glam looked and wore a chic mustard satin dress

A Centuries-Old Dish Could Satisfy Your Cheesy, Comfort-Food Craving Right Now

The Washington Post | Wednesday November 9, 2016

Rarebit , is a roux-based cheese sauce that's typically flavored with something sharp, like mustard or Worcestershire sauce, and maybe spices, and beer or cider.

Canola Oil With Omega-3 May Cut Heart Disease Risk: Study

Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday November 3, 2016

Consuming foods made in canola oil -- an improved form of rapeseed, with less than two per cent erucic acid, a component found in mustard oil -- that is enriched with Omega-3 has the potential to reduce the risk of heart diseases, researchers say.

Anti-GM Crops Activists Submit Memorandum to PM

Press Trust of India | Monday October 31, 2016

Anti-GM activists and farmers have submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding rejection of GM Mustard to safeguard the interest of farmers, consumers and environment.