A 51-year-old man was arrested in Delhi's Kashmere Gate area for possessing illegal imported cigarettes worth approximately Rs 40 lakh. The accused, identified as Sanjay Aggarwal, was found with three lakh sticks of imported cigarettes that lacked mandatory health warnings.
Halwa, a timeless Indian sweet that came to us from the Silk Route, is cherished for its richness.
Bite into these alu croquettes and experience the wee explosion of pickle and creaminess.
Try all sorts of funky new stuffings while making modaks. Khoya or rich milk solids spiked with saunf makes a splendid variety of modaks.
Across continents and cultures, people unknowingly cook similar dishes -- same idea, different ingredients or different method of preparation. Many Indian favourites have surprising global twins that nearly mirror our flavours, techniques or eating style.
'His belief that he is touched by the Almighty reflects in his performances.'
Deepa Mehrotra's Diwalis in her hometown of Sitapur were full of rang.
Tomato? Yup, tomato is the mainstay of this gorgeous halwa.
Health experts caution that excessive indulgence in sweets during the festive season can lead to bloating, indigestion and acidity and can also trigger underlying symptoms of health issues for people who are overweight.
Gajjar halwa made from this dark variety of carrots is slightly more earthy-tasting than standard GH.
Khoya Khoya Chand does its best to transport you to the golden era of Bollywood, among archaic lights, melodramatic sets, divas and classic automobiles.
Sudhir Mishra's Khoya Khoya Chand soundtrack evokes warm feelings of nostalgia.
'I am not a mother and never had an abortion either, so I had to understand motherhood and child loss from anecdotal experiences of others.'
This sweet that uses edible gum and nuts is a winter favourite.
The first day of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj saw over 250 individuals separated from their families in the dense crowd reunited thanks to the efficient measures taken by the fair administration. However, some attendees, including an elderly woman and a family of 13, are still searching for their loved ones despite the efforts of authorities who have deployed dedicated "Bhula-Bhatka" camps, police assistance centers, and digital tools to help reunite families.
This Ganeshotsav welcome the elephant God with this easy-to-make recipe.
The director of Khoya Khoya Chand, Sudhir Mishra had a lively time chatting with his fans.
Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.
In the last year, it has been served at least a couple of times, the latest being the Rose Garden reception on Monday hosted by President Joe Biden to celebrate the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.
'I have made a new rule: When I'm having my morning tea, a guy keeps the harmonium on my bed.' 'So while I'm writing what my plan for the day is, that harmonium is in front of me and I do riyaz of 40-50 minutes.'
Offer Lord Ganesh a wholesome kheer made from almond milk, brown rice and jaggery.
Matcha tea lovers, this recipe is meant for you!
This delicious bowl of coconut milk kheer is hard to resist.
The controversy has sparked reactions across states. The famous Mankameshwar temple in Uttar Pradesh has now banned offerings of 'prasad' bought by devotees from outside and said they can offer homemade 'prasad' or fruits.
The range of food at banquets at the Mughal court consisted of delicacies that commoners could not ever dream of.
Go experimental while making your modaks! Try unusual stuffings and coverings.
From the Himalayan Butter Tea to Hyderabad's dessert-like Irani Chai, the many varieties of Indian tea are truly surprising!
Time to start your preparation for Ganesh Chaturthi.
This version of the Indian dessert features rose petals and gulkand or rose petal jam.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Diwali is a season in India for sweet-making. A treasure of traditional Diwali recipes from all corners of our India.
Test your knowledge of Indian street food with this fun quiz!
Love paneer? Are you a huge fan of khoya? How about combining the two to create a rich Indian curry that goes well with steamed rice or naans?
Why should the festival add to your calories?
A sweetened khoya-filled flaky pastry, folded into a square envelope and sealed with a clove. Then the little pocket is deep-fried in ghee and steeped in a saffron-infused sugar syrup.
Can you refuse this wonderful after-dinner indulgence?
As India successfully lands Chandrayaan-3, does the moon look as beautiful as one's beloved or has the Chanda Mama of folk ditties acquired a whole new meaning?
Strawberries, rum, whipped cream and more -- what better way to welcome Valentine's Day?
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
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