The festival also marks the arrival of spring (Basant Ritu). Wearing yellow attire and preparing traditional sweets like Kesari Halwa and Boondi Ladoo are integral parts of the celebrations.

Serve it on its own or with rabdi! Who doesn’t love halwa! Well, the colour of Kesari Halwa makes the dish special today— it is symbolic of the knowledge that we receive from Goddess Saraswati ...

Kesari Halwa – A rich semolina-based dessert cooked with ghee, sugar, saffron, and dry fruits, offering a golden hue and delightful aroma. Kesar Pulao (Meethe Chawal) – A fragrant sweet rice dish made ...

Kesari Halwa is an aromatic desert with a nutty flavour. This halwa is made with semolina, ghee, saffron, and nuts. It's a rich dessert that's a festive favourite Payesh is a Bengali rice pudding.

Basant Panchami, also known as Vasanta Panchami and Saraswati Puja in honour of the Hindu goddess Saraswati, is a celebration ...

What was the FM’s response? She banned pictures of this year’s halwa ceremony. Rather than taking away the larger message of a need for equity in the budget, the FM resorted to doing away with ...

His recent Instagram post showed how the actor enjoys the winter months. He shared a picture of a bowl filled with gajar ka halwa. He garnished it with sliced pistachios and almonds for some extra ...

Hrithik Roshan sparked a debate on social media by asking followers if gajar ka halwa is healthy or unhealthy. Responses varied, with some praising its taste and health benefits, while others ...

Celebrate Basant Panchami 2025, India’s festival of spring, wisdom, and renewal. From worshipping Goddess Saraswati to flying colourful kites, dressing in yellow, and enjoying festive delicacies like ...