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Love Cutlets? You'll Want To Eat These Mumbai-Style Cutlets On Repeat This Monsoon
As the monsoon arrives, our cravings for warm and crispy snacks naturally take over. Among the many options available, one that remains a constant is the humble cutlet. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, it's perfect to match the mood of the season. Sure, you must have tried regular cutlets several times, but have you ever tried a Mumbai-style version? Picture yourself biting into a crispy besan-coated sandwich stuffed with spicy potato filling and lots of cheese. Sounds delicious, doesn't it? Whether you're enjoying the rains with a hot cup of chai or planning a cosy weekend indoors, these cutlets deserve a spot on your plate. Check out the recipe below! Also Read: Crispy And Tasty, Make Perfect Chicken Cutlets At Home! 5 Easy Tips To Keep In Mind What Makes Mumbai-Style Cutlets A Must-Try? What sets these cutlets apart is their unique layering and bold flavour. The stuffing is infused with spices, garlic, and green chillies, offering a burst of taste in every bite. The crispy coating and gooey cheese centre add indulgence, making it a hit with kids and adults alike. What To Serve With Mumbai-Style Cutlets? Mumbai-style cutlets can be savoured with a variety of accompaniments. If you have a high spice tolerance, pair them with classic pudina chutney. For those with a low spice tolerance, tomato ketchup is always a safe option. You can also try them with tangy imli chutney. How To Ensure Mumbai-Style Cutlets Turn Out Crispy? These cutlets are best enjoyed when they're perfectly crispy. To ensure that irresistible crunch, transfer them to a plate lined with tissue paper right after deep-frying. This helps absorb excess oil and keeps the cutlets crispy for longer. Also, make sure the oil is hot enough before frying. How To Make Mumbai-Style Cutlets | Bread Cutlet Recipe The recipe for these Mumbai-style cutlets was shared by the Instagram page @pawar_omkar. Here are the steps you need to follow to make this lip-smacking snack at home: Start by crushing green chillies and garlic in a mortar and pestle. Heat oil in a pan and add hing, mustard seeds, curry leaves, fenugreek seeds, haldi, boiled potatoes, salt and coriander leaves. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes, then spread it evenly on a bread slice. Top it with one or two cheese slices and a bit more of the potato mixture. Cover with another bread slice and press gently. In a bowl, mix besan, haldi and rice flour. Gradually add water to form a smooth batter. Dip the stuffed bread sandwich into the batter, coating both sides evenly. Heat oil in a kadhai and deep fry the cutlets until golden brown and crispy. Once done, slice each one in half and serve hot! Watch the full recipe video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Omkar Pawar (@pawar_omkar) Cutlets are an all-time favourite monsoon snack, and these Mumbai-style ones will make your rainy days even better. Try them out today!
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Affordable housing: Bengaluru's ₹50 lakh homes now worth ₹2 crore; ₹1.5–3 crore is the new sweet spot, says CREDAI chief
The definition of affordable housing has evolved, especially in Bengaluru, where a ₹50 lakh house from 10 years ago can now cost ₹2 crore due to inflation. Homes priced between ₹1.5 crore and ₹3 crore are now considered the sweet spot for volume and sales, Zayd Noaman, president, CREDAI Bengaluru, told "Due to inflation, a ₹50 lakh home a decade ago could cost ₹2 crore now in Bengaluru. Salaries have increased, and the ₹1.5–3 crore range is now the sweet spot in terms of volume and sales in cities like Bengaluru today," Noaman said. Noaman noted that over the past two years, Bengaluru has seen significant growth in both volume and property prices. This surge in capital values is driven by the city's strong fundamentals, including a robust tech ecosystem, quality education, and a deep talent pool. Also Read: Credai Bengaluru president advocates for Mumbai-style redevelopment to tackle land challenges Noaman said that within the city centre, land is both scarce and costly, making it hard to acquire for residential use. For housing projects in prime zones to make economic sense, he said the development has to be of a special grade to justify the rent or sale price. "Improved infrastructure can pave the way for larger township developments on the outskirts of Bengaluru, but better connectivity is key to making them viable. For people to consider moving further out from the city centre, the government needs to prioritize expanding metro connectivity and improving road access," he said. Also Read: In Bengaluru, drones now deliver groceries and medicines to residents in under 10 minutes On Bengaluru's real estate potential, Noaman said that the city's radial layout leaves ample agricultural land on the outskirts. 'While central areas are saturated with limited and costly land parcels, the outer zones still offer opportunities for large-scale development—provided the infrastructure, especially metro and road connectivity, is improved to make these areas more livable,' he said. However, Noaman believes that the city is not yet oversaturated in terms of real estate demand, but property prices have increased significantly. "Today, the average ticket size ranges between ₹3–4 crore, with homes in areas like Whitefield typically priced around ₹2.3–3 crore. As a result, buyers are taking more time to make purchase decisions. In 2025, housing price growth in the city is expected to be in line with or slightly higher than average inflation," he added.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Rising real estate prices: Netizens say homeownership is now a dream for the top 5%
With property prices soaring across Tier I cities, netizens say homeownership in India is increasingly becoming a goal attainable only for the top 5% of high-net-worth families. As prices rise faster than salary growth, prospective buyers on Reddit argue that waiting for a price correction may be unrealistic. Instead of hoping for a market dip, they suggest focusing on boosting purchasing power. "Is (home ownership) meant for the top 5% net worth families. It is not meant for every Indian, whether you like it or not. If you can't afford a property today, you are unlikely to afford it tomorrow just by waiting for prices to fall," a post on social media platform Reddit pointed out. 'You should focus on improving your purchasing power instead of waiting and hoping,' the post said. Also Read: Credai Bengaluru president advocates for Mumbai-style redevelopment to tackle land challenges Some of the Redditors point out that much of the challenge comes from focusing only on the top 10–25% of localities—areas that are naturally more expensive. "These prime zones are popular for good reasons, such as their closeness to major workplaces, better safety, and stronger social infrastructure," one of the Redditors said. Redditors said that in most developed countries, housing affordability is often managed through well-planned suburbs and satellite cities that offer solid infrastructure and connectivity. "If a family can't afford the city centre, they move further out to neighbourhoods that are still livable, safe, and well-served. For example, in cities like New York or London, moving from Manhattan to Brooklyn, or from central London to an eastern suburb, is common and practical—thanks to reliable public transport, good schools, and self-contained communities," the post said. However, the Redditor pointed out that in India, satellite cities and suburbs are often poorly connected, unsafe, and underdeveloped, leaving people with no choice but to stay in the city centre. Also Read: How will Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill impact the real estate sector in the IT capital? Despite concerns about real estate prices peaking in Tier I cities, property owners and investors remain confident about long-term value retention, especially in areas like Noida and Gurgaon. A seller who owned a 1,730 sq ft apartment in Sector 107, Noida, managed to sell it for over ₹2 crore after holding out for more than six months, starting from an initial offer of ₹1.95 crore. The seller believes the wait was worth it, seeing the final sale as proof that prices are holding firm. "There's no point in buying something for ₹2.5 crore if it doesn't meet basic expectations, but even in mid-tier localities, prices are firm and moving up. Prices will not fall, I waited for over six months to get to ₹2 crore from ₹1.95, but it's all worth it," the seller said.
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka MLA and mining baron Gali Janardhan Reddy sentenced to 7 years in Obulapuram illegal mining scam
In a major setback to mining baron and former Karnataka minister Gali Janardhan Reddy, a special CBI court in Hyderabad on Tuesday sentenced him to seven years in prison for his role in the infamous Obulapuram Mining Company (OMC) illegal mining scam. The court also imposed a fine of ₹ 10,000 on Reddy and three co-accused, while the company was fined ₹ 1 lakh. Mining baron Gali Janardhan Reddy. (Arun Kumar Rao) Also Read - 'If you want to be a power hitter…': RCB's Tim David impressed by BBMP's open-air gyms, compares them to Singapore Reddy, once a powerful figure in Karnataka's political and mining circles, was taken into custody by the CBI immediately after the verdict. He was listed as Accused No. 2 in the case, which has been under trial for nearly 14 years. The conviction marks a dramatic fall for the former minister, who was known for his influence in the resource-rich Ballari region and close ties to the ruling class during the late 2000s. The court found Reddy and others guilty of manipulating mining lease boundaries and conducting illegal mining operations in the Bellary Reserve Forest area on the Karnataka-Andhra Pradesh border between 2007 and 2009. According to the prosecution, the illegal activity caused a staggering ₹ 884 crore loss to the public exchequer. Who are the other convicts? Also convicted were Reddy's brother-in-law and OMC Managing Director B Srinivas Reddy (A1), former Mines and Geology official VD Rajagopal (A3), and Reddy's personal assistant Mehafuz Ali Khan (A7). The judgment was delivered by T Raghu Ram, Principal Special Judge for CBI cases. In contrast, the court acquitted former Andhra minister Sabitha Indra Reddy and retired bureaucrat B Krupanandam, citing lack of evidence. Senior IAS officer Y Srilakshmi, initially named in the case, had earlier been discharged by the Telangana High Court in 2022. Also Read - Credai Bengaluru president advocates for Mumbai-style redevelopment to tackle land challenges Reddy's name first surfaced in the case when the CBI filed its initial charge sheet in December 2011, followed by three supplementary chargesheets over the years. The mining scandal, which rocked both Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, was seen as symbolic of the unchecked rise of politically connected businessmen in India's resource sectors. CBI Public Prosecutor Inderjeet Santoshi and Assistant Public Prosecutor Vishnu Majji represented the investigating agency, which argued that the case was not just about mining violations but a calculated abuse of power and public trust.
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru real estate market's rental listing with ₹8 lakh deposit for a 3BHK sparks debate on social media
A Bengaluru apartment rental listing has sparked widespread debate on social media after a landlord posted his apartment for rent with a ₹ 8 lakh deposit and ₹ 1 lakh rent for a 3BHK. The apartment, located between Electronic City and Sarjapura Road towards the eastern IT corridor, sprawls 1400 sq ft. A Bengaluru apartment rental listing has sparked widespread debate on social media after a landlord posted his apartment for rent with a ₹ 8 lakh deposit and ₹ 1 lakh rent for a 3BHK. (Representational Image)(AI-generated image created by Gemini ) "Tell me this is a joke? ₹ 8 lakh deposit for fully furnished? And ₹ 5 lakh deposit for Semi-furnished? No regulations and the greed is just going up and up!" the Redditor wrote. Bengaluru, India's tech capital, has long been known for its steep rental deposit norms, often ranging from six to ten months' rent. While other metro cities have moved towards more tenant-friendly practices, Bengaluru's high deposit culture continues to raise eyebrows among new residents. As property prices surge and the city sees constant migration of working professionals, landlords cite security and investment protection as key reasons, experts say. Also Read: Credai Bengaluru president advocates for Mumbai-style redevelopment to tackle land challenges 'The owner is living under a rock' One of the Redditors wrote, "The owner is living under a rock. That's the only explanation for these unrealistic rents." In Bengaluru, landlords typically ask for a security deposit of 6–10 months of rent. So, for an apartment with a rent of ₹ 40,000 or more, the deposit will be ₹ 4.8 lakh. The high-security deposits have made it difficult for new employees moving to the city to rent apartments. High demand, limited supply allow landlords to set the rules Real estate experts say that due to the high demand for rental properties in Bengaluru, landlords are increasingly in a position to dictate terms. "In several parts of the city, the availability of affordable rental homes is limited, leading to intense competition among tenants. As a result, landlords are raising rental deposits—often demanding what they want without much room for negotiation," Kiran Kumar, vice president at Hanu Reddy Realty, said. One of the local brokers cited a recent case in Indiranagar, one of Bengaluru's upscale localities, where an apartment listed for ₹ 1.5 lakh per month came with a deposit demand of 10 months' rent, totalling ₹ 15 lakh. Defence Colony, just off the 100 Feet Road, is known for its spacious lanes and tree-lined streets. The area is home to top executives and developers, making it one of the city's most desirable residential pockets. In such high-demand locations, landlords have significant leverage in rental negotiations. Also Read: In Bengaluru, drones now deliver groceries and medicines to residents in under 10 minutes Deposit-free rentals are still in a nascent stage in Bengaluru Some experts suggest that introducing deposit-free rental schemes could ease the financial burden on tenants who struggle with large upfront security deposits. In such a model, tenants enter into a rental agreement supported by a third-party rental bond. Instead of paying a hefty deposit, the tenant pays a small, one-time fee to the bond provider. This bond acts as a financial safeguard for the landlord, covering potential risks such as unpaid rent, utility dues, early termination of the lease, or property damage. The approach offers greater flexibility for tenants while still protecting landlords against common rental defaults. 'Currently, one of the biggest hurdles is the limited availability of companies offering deposit-free rental models,' said Sunil Singh of Realty Corps. 'Even though there is growing interest from tenants, we often have to fall back on conventional rental agreements due to the lack of service providers.' He further noted that a lack of awareness is another key challenge. 'Many landlords, particularly those unfamiliar with digital processes, are sceptical. They often ask, 'What if I never receive the insurance payout?' This hesitation is holding back wider adoption of the model,' Singh explained.
