In a step towards diversifying its resource base and securing green energy minerals, India is poised to launch its first-ever offshore mineral auction in the first quarter of 2024, announced Union Minister of Mines Pralhad Joshi during the launch event of the National Geoscience Data Repository portal. The government plans to hold auctions in March, offering 10-15 blocks for bidding. Meanwhile, the ministry of mines is currently developing rules and regulations for offshore mining.
This easy, tasty pulau can be cooked in 15 minutes.
Care for a hot broth to welcome Father Christmas?
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An intriguing pulau that could be a great lunch fixture
Love paneer? Are you a huge fan of khoya? How about combining the two to create a rich Indian curry that goes well with steamed rice or naans?
Deepa Mehrotra's Diwalis in her hometown of Sitapur were full of rang.
DFC is the US government's development finance institution. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) in a statement said that the US fund will support the development of deepwater shipping container terminal in the Port of Colombo.
Durga Puja celebrations cannot be complete without serving this traditional Bengali mutton dish.
Mahalaya, though essentially about the goddess, wasn't religious for us. And it isn't for most Bengalis. Mahalaya is an emotion. It's gooseflesh for a memory. A welling up of happy tears. A celebration of what is to come.
This one-pot meal goes well with Boondi Raita.
Pulaus can gussy up a meal, especially when you are having guests over.
Soya chunks and peas, in a spicy gravy, with rice or rotis is wonderful midday meal.
Kebabs can also be healthy, gluten-free and vegan.
Pani Puri, Samosas, Vadas, sandwiches may seem very tempting in the monsoon, but it is better to avoid them for your health, suggests Gayatri Trakru.
An adaptation of one of the signature dishes of Himachal Pradesh.
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The emperor of pasta dishes is lasagne with its layers and layers of richness and taste.
A mildly-spiced, sans too much garam masala 'hotel'-style potatoes with peas in a thick gravy that goes well with butter naans.
A restaurant-style dinner on a budget, this dish goes well with steamed rice or hot rotis.
The best summer foods of India
When in need of a delightful Ramzan dish with a royal touch, make Murgh Musallam.
The pungent masala of the Mutton Xacutti can be used to make a mixed vegetable dish too.
While the filmmaker didn't vouch for the authenticity of the dish, he did vouch for the taste.
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Prepare the Vangi Bhat powder beforehand and store in an air-tight container and then make Eggplant Vangi Bhat in a jiffy.
Cook your meat simply and don't overdo the spices. A little extra ghee works miracles.
Celebrate Lohri with traditional Punjabi recipes.
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Can a Mallu Christmas celebration ever be complete without mutton stew and appam for breakfast?
The star of this dish is the delicious chunks of stuffed paneer that rest on a bed of rich gravy.
Something to keep your insides warm in winter.
A recipe that works well for weekends and special occasions.
Bajra or pearl millet is a wonderfully nutritious substitute to rice, and can be made into a tasty vegetable pulau.
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