Hanuman Janmotsav marks Lord Hanuman's birthday. Treat him to laddus, fruit and more.
The Sindhi version of India's beloved rice pudding is thicker and more velevety.
A traditional pahadi preparation, it uses a Garhwali spice called jakhiya, also called wild mustard or dog mustard, that gives a special kick.
The usual rush of devotees was missing this year, presumably due to the Pahalgam terror attack and the military action between India and Pakistan following it.
This Diwali, plan a fresh fruit kheer that will win hearts.
A creamy Indian-style pudding made from -- wait for it -- cauliflower and it's yum!
Unfazed by the popularity, Bagga said, "My face resembles Donald Trump, that is why people take selfies with me. I feel very good."
A flavourful twist on traditional Indian kheer!
This delicious bowl of coconut milk kheer is hard to resist.
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The malai of a coconut is a unusually good addition to sama millet kheer
Diwali Recipe: Shilpi's Makhane Ki Kheer
Date palm jaggery and tapioca go into making this delicious pudding.
A vrat special, this recipe requires just few ingredients.
'The lakes up there were already at the brink due to accumulated rainwater, and then snowmelt occurred.' 'When one lake breached, it triggered a cascading effect -- other lakes breached subsequently.'
The simplest prasad you can offer Lord Ganesha.
On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, disaster swept through the Himalayan village of Dharali on way to Gangotri with a massive cloudburst leading to flash floods that barrelled through homes, trees and cars.
A simple recipe that will ensure you don't miss the joy of eating good food even during your Navratri fast.
A cloudburst triggered devastating flashfloods in the Harsil area of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, with at least 8-10 Indian Army personnel reported missing from a camp in the lower Harsil region.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana do a different kind of rice-jaggery-coconut sweet for Ganesh Puja -- steamed balls that taste just as delightful.
Nothing is more sumptuous in its taste than fresh oranges added to a milky sweet pudding.
A landslide on the Kedarnath route in Uttarakhand killed two pilgrims and injured six, while heavy rain led to the temporary suspension of the Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib pilgrimages.
'There is a clear relationship between the Char Dham road widening and these landslides.' 'The situation has further worsened with the massive influx of tourists whose number are running into several lakhs per month.' 'No parameters have been laid down to control tourist inflow and the result is that the Char Dham yatra has seen a sharp escalation in accidents and loss of lives.'
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Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple in Tulmulla Ganderbal near Srinagar, June 8, 2022, during the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela celebrations.
A cloudburst in the high altitude villages of Dharali in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand led to flash floods, causing damage to houses and sweeping away structures. Several people are feared buried under debris.
A devastating flashflood in the Kheer Ganga river on August 5 demolished nearly half of Dharali -- the key stopover en route to Gangotri with many hotels and homestays, and neighbouring Harsil, where an Army camp bore the brunt of the flood fury, barely giving time to the victims to run to safety.
Experts question whether a cloudburst caused the recent flash flood in Uttarkashi, India, citing insufficient rainfall and other potential factors like ice chunks, rockfalls, or landslides.
Parliament introduces a new 'Health Menu' featuring millet-based dishes, salads, and lean protein options to promote healthier eating habits among lawmakers, officials, and visitors.
Bewitching fragrances and a symphony of sounds would herald the arrival of Chauthi in the Someshwar home.
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Two unsual Indian desserts to brighten up your Holi celebration.
The Gandhi siblings first drove from their hotel in Srinagar to the shrine of Ragnya Devi, popularly known as Mata Kheer Bhawani temple, in Tullamula area of the central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, the officials said.
Enjoyed best during Raja, it's a unique dessert from Odisha.
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However, the usual rush of the devotees was missing due to the recent targeted killings in the valley.
Makhana desserts for your weekend lunch/dinner party.
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