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Thiruvananthapuram-based couple launches Badi Rasam, a ready-to-eat meal pack for โ‚น49

Thiruvananthapuram-based couple launches Badi Rasam, a ready-to-eat meal pack for โ‚น49

Ashifa Firdous and Faizal Subair, who launched Badi Rasam | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT A ready-to-eat meal pack for โ‚น49. That is Badi Rasam for you. The branded product comes from Thiruvananthapuram-based couple, Faizal Subair and Ashifa Firdous.Currently available within the city limits, the pack has Kerala matta rice, sauteed green gram, a pickle, tomato rasam and badi. โ€œBadi is a sun-dried dumpling made of lentils. The badi we use has black gram (uzhunnu). The dumplings are dry roasted and powdered. It is mixed with sautรฉed shallots, green chilli and garlic. This is a traditional dish prepared in many North…
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PM Modi talks more, works less unlike PM Manmohan Singh: Kharge

PM Modi talks more, works less unlike PM Manmohan Singh: Kharge

Choosing to draw comparisons between the two Prime Ministers, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he "talks more and works less" unlike his predecessor Manmohan Singh who "talked less and worked more". ย  Taking a step further in sharp criticism, Kharge alleged Modi considers responding to questions raised by the Opposition an insult, and recalled how the Opposition raised several issues, including on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar and halting of Operation Sindoor, but the prime minister did not respond. ย  The Congress president said this…
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NorthEast United become first to defend Durand Cup in 34 years after mauling Diamond Harbour 6-1 in final

NorthEast United become first to defend Durand Cup in 34 years after mauling Diamond Harbour 6-1 in final

NorthEast United bossed the Durand Cup 2025 final against Diamond Harbour as they mauled the debutants 6-1 in the summit clash in Kolkata. NorthEast United have become the first team to defend the Durand Cup in 34 years. New Delhi: NorthEast United mauled debutants Diamond Harbour in the Durand Cup final 6-1 to defend their title and become the first team in the last 34 years to have won back-to-back titles.ย  East Bengal were the last team to have won successive titles at the Durand Cup when they completed a hat-trick in 1989, 1990 and 1991.ย  NorthEast United bossed the…
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s historical 100th Al Nassr goal goes in vain as Al Ahli clinch Saudi Super Cup on penalties

Cristiano Ronaldo’s historical 100th Al Nassr goal goes in vain as Al Ahli clinch Saudi Super Cup on penalties

Al Nassr briefly led the Saud Super Cup final against Al Ahli in the first and the second half; however, their opponents found enough to take the clash into penalties and win it from there. Cristiano Ronaldo's 100th Al Nassr goal went in vain with the team's 3-5 defeat on penalties. New Delhi: Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo will have to wait for his first official title with Al Nassr after his team suffered a heartbreaking loss to Al Ahli in the final of the Saudi Super Cup on penalties on Saturday, August 23. Despite leading the final for a brief…
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KL Rahul, Siraj, Sundar unlikely for Duleep Trophy as South Zone selectors defy BCCI’s diktat: Report

KL Rahul, Siraj, Sundar unlikely for Duleep Trophy as South Zone selectors defy BCCI’s diktat: Report

Top Indian internationals are unlikely to play the Duleep Trophy, as South Zone selectors have reportedly defied the BCCI's directive. The likes of KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj, and Washington Sundar, among others, are unlikely to feature in the tournament. New Delhi: India internationals KL Rahul, Mohammed Siraj, Washington Sundar, Sai Sudharsan and Prasidh Krishna are unlikely to play the Duleep Trophy as the South Zone selectors have reportedly denied the BCCI diktat of top India players playing in the domestic tournament. South Zone had announced their squad for the season opener first-class tournament with Tilak Varma named captain of the…
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Gaza crisis deepens: 25 killed in Israeli strikes as famine declared amid ongoing blockade

Gaza crisis deepens: 25 killed in Israeli strikes as famine declared amid ongoing blockade

At least 25 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where famine has been officially declared for the first time in the Middle East. New Delhi: In yet another tragic escalation of violence, at least 25 Palestinians were killed on Saturday as Israeli airstrikes and gunfire targeted people on their way to aid centres and makeshift shelters. Among the dead were women and children who had been seeking refuge in tents. The information was confirmed by local hospitals, painting a grim picture of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region. Hunger confirmed by global…
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MCI vs TOT: Why is Phil Foden not in starting XI against Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League clash?

MCI vs TOT: Why is Phil Foden not in starting XI against Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League clash?

With Manchester City all set to take on Tottenham Hotspur in the upcoming Premier League clash, let us have a look at why ace midfielder Phil Foden is not starting the game for Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. MANCHESTER: The stage is set for a thrilling encounter in the ongoing Premier League 2025-26 season, as Manchester City lock horns with Europa League champions Tottenham Hotspur. The two sides face off at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester on August 23, and the two teams will be looking to put in their best performance ahead of the Gameweek 2 clash.ย  It…
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Indian Railways to run over 300 ‘Ganpati Special’ train trips

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Indian Railways to run over 300 ‘Ganpati Special’ train trips

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Konkan Railway will operate special roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) train services between Kolad (Maharashtra) and Verna (Goa) to facilitate travel during the Ganpati festival. The service will run from August 23 to September 11, catering exclusively to private cars. Mumbai: Indian Railways has announced a record 380 Ganpati Special train trips for 2025 to cater to the massive surge in travel during the festive season. This marks the highest number of Ganpati festival services ever operated. The initiative aims to provide devotees and passengers a smooth and comfortable journey as they travel to their hometowns and pilgrimage destinations. Year-on-year…
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Keshav Maharaj recalled, Jansen, Williams return as South Africa announce white-ball squads for England tour

Keshav Maharaj recalled, Jansen, Williams return as South Africa announce white-ball squads for England tour

Keshav Maharaj has been recalled to the T20I team after missing the last two series as South Africa experimented with their spinners during the tri-series in Zimbabwe and the Australia series. Meanwhile, Marco Jansen and Lizaad Williams are also back from their injuries. New Delhi: South Africa on Saturday announced their squads for their white-ball tour to England with some notable inclusions in the T20I side. Star spinner Keshav Maharaj has been recalled into the T20I team, with Marco Jansen and Lizaad Williams also returning from their injuries. South Africa will be touring England for a three-match ODI and a…
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Trump’s immigration crackdown triggers sharpest decline in US immigrant population in over 60 years

Trump’s immigration crackdown triggers sharpest decline in US immigrant population in over 60 years

A Pew study shows that Donald Trumpโ€™s strict immigration policies have led to a 1.5 million drop in the US immigrant population. The decline marks a major shift in American demographics and immigration trends. New Delhi: A new study by the Pew Research Centre reveals that the United States has seen its first significant drop in immigrant population since the 1960s, largely due to President Donald Trumpโ€™s aggressive immigration measures. The report, released on Thursday, shows a decrease of nearly 1.5 million immigrants between January and June 2025, bringing the total number down to around 51.9 million. This sharp…
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