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Food and city life in Kota

Kota kachori and street food, a day by the Chambal and the story of how Kota became a coaching city.

The Chambal river curving through a deep rocky gorge under a blue sky

Food and city life Chambal Day Out: Kota's River, Gardens and Garadia Point Plan a day by the Chambal in Kota: Chambal Garden, the riverfront, Kishore Sagar, Seven Wonders Park, the City Palace and the Garadia Mahadev viewpoint. October 17, 2026

Aerial view of Kota city around Kishore Sagar lake

Food and city life Kota Coaching Capital: How Kota Became India's Study Hub How Kota became India's coaching capital for JEE and NEET, how the student economy shaped its markets and where students and parents can find support. October 17, 2026

A shopkeeper behind the counter of a small Indian shop with shelves of packaged goods

Food and city life How to Read Food Labels in India: Veg Mark, Dates and MRP How to read food labels in India: the green and brown marks, best before vs use by, ingredients, nutrition table, allergens, FSSAI number, MRP and net quantity. October 16, 2026

A Rajasthani kachori served on a foil plate with chutney

Food and city life Kota Kachori and Street Food: What to Eat in Kota and Why Kota kachori explained: the hing and dal filling, how it is served, other street food to try in Kota, when to go, eating safely and carrying kachori home. October 16, 2026

A covered Indian vegetable market with stalls of fresh produce

Food and city life Food Adulteration Tests at Home: Simple FSSAI Checks Food adulteration tests at home based on FSSAI's DART guidance: quick checks for milk, ghee, spices, sweets and grains, their limits, and how to report it. October 15, 2026

A Rajasthani kachori served on a foil plate with chutney

Food and city life How to Check an FSSAI Licence Number Before You Buy Food How to check an FSSAI licence number on FoSCoS: where to find the 14-digit number, registration vs state and central licence, red flags and how to report. October 15, 2026