He donated EVERY rupee he earned to the poor

What began as a challenge ended up a way of life for 'Paalam' Kalyanasundaram, whom the UN adjudged one of the most outstanding people of the 20th century.This is the story of his inspiring......

Indian stores in US: Pockets that feel like home

The many Indian grocery stores in the US are about more than familiar ingredients; they are a place to connect with the community, finds Jane Varner Malhotra As I munch a favourite sweet-and-sour......

In Dhaka: With Messi and Manmohan, without Mamata

We see several huge banners of welcome strewn across the city. They are not for Dr Singh. The world's greatest footballer is in town, you see. Rediff.com's Sanchari Bhattacharya, who travelled with......

Bidders of Haldiram Snacks Foods seek clarity on ownership of the brand

The prospective bidders of Haldiram Snacks Foods (HSFPL), a leading food firm, have sought clarity on the ownership of the brand as it is currently owned by different family factions. The Delhi......

Can Kurkure twist Indian snack market to Pepsi's advantage?

PepsiCo is now betting aggressively on Kurkure, as its offering goes more and more local in its branded snacks. Despite being an early bird in branded packaged snacks, PepsiCo India faces tough......

From Rs 15 lakh to Rs 1K crore: The meteoric rise of Prataap Snacks

Among the top 10 fastest growing consumer brands in the country, Yellow Diamond leverages the growing preference for local flavours in the snacks market, says Samreen Ahmad. The Indian market for......

ITC offers more snacks for less money

ITC, the Kolkata-based multi-business conglomerate, has decided to take on rival PepsiCo in the ready-to-eat snacks market with extra offerings on the smaller price packs, sources said. In an......