Celebrating Indian breads: Why they matter

Indian breads are far more than accompaniments to a meal; they are a reflection of the country’s history, geography, and culinary imagination. From the soft, flame-kissed naan of the north to the wholesome rotis prepared daily in countless homes, each bread tells a story of tradition and community. Ingredients such as wheat, millet, rice, and…

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Iran and India : Testing times

For the global economy, the Strait of Hormuz is less a waterway and more a jugular vein. As the conflict in West Asia intensifies, most nations are monitoring developments with bated breath, fearing a total blockade. Yet, in the wood-paneled corridors of New Delhi’s North Block, the mood is one of wary relief rather than…

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First since 1861: US paper currency to bear Donald Trump’s signature

US Dollar bill bearing Trump’s signature (AI-generated image) US President Donald Trump‘s administration has once again stirred controversy, this time with a proposal to include his signature on American paper currency ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary.The US Treasury Department announced on Thursday that future US dollar notes will carry Trump’s signature alongside that of…

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