Diwali 2026: Just 2 Days to Go! 15 Traditional Bhog Items and Sweets to Welcome Goddess LakshmiDiwali celebrations in India are incomplete without traditional sweets and savoury snacks. From kaju katli, besan ladoo and gujiya to chakl...
06 Nov, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Diwali shopping gets costlier this year: From milk, ghee, butter to dry fruits, here's why festive buying is burning a hole in your pocketMilk and ghee prices: Rising costs of key ingredients are affecting both consumers and manufacturers during this Diwali season. Dairy price...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Diwali 2026 Date: When is Deepavali? Check date, Lakshmi Puja muhurat, significance, rituals and home decoration tipsDiwali, or Deepavali, is a vibrant festival celebrated on November 8, 2026, symbolizing light and prosperity. As families engage in cleanin...
05 Nov, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Festive demand lifts dry fruit, chocolate imports this seasonDuring the festive season, India's import of tree nuts and chocolates rose significantly, reflecting a 10-12% annual demand increase. The r...
04 Nov, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
Festive season: Pistachio prices nearly double, almonds up 20% on West Asia crisis and US crop shortfall"Pistachio have been the game spoiler this year. The prices of pistachio from all origins including Iran, Afghanistan and California have i...
04 Nov, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Diwali 2026 Gift Ideas: What India Is Actually Buying This Year — From Gourmet Hampers to Smart GadgetsIn 2026, Diwali gifting trends are shifting towards practical and personalized choices, moving away from the classic sweets. Gifts in deman...
03 Nov, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Gen Z rewrites festive gifting with AI-assisted picks, artisanal hampers and self-giftingGen Zers are embracing self-gifting while shopping for family and friends. Personalised gifts reflecting interests and lifestyles are becom...
01 Nov, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Karwa Chauth 2026 Today: October 29 Puja Muhurat, Moonrise Time, Vrat Vidhi and Fasting RulesKarwa Chauth 2026: Karwa Chauth will be observed on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Married women traditionally observe a fast for their husban...
29 Oct, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Karwa Chauth 2026: How Punjab, UP, Rajasthan and Gujarat Celebrate the Vrat DifferentlyKarwa Chauth 2026: Observed on October 29, Karwa Chauth is a significant Hindu vrat in which married women traditionally fast from sunrise ...
28 Oct, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Rahul Gandhi reiterates call for mega rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on November 1Rahul Gandhi has announced a 'Save the Vote - Save the Country Jan March' rally in New Delhi on November 1. This event aims to protest agai...
25 Oct, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
Traders urge Rahul Gandhi to defer INDIA bloc’s Nov 1 rally, say Rs 10,000 crore Diwali business at riskDelhi's traders have urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to postpone the INDIA bloc's upcoming rally scheduled for November 1. They argue th...
24 Oct, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Karwa Chauth Sargi Thali 2026: What to Include, Ideas, Who Prepares It & What Mothers-in-Law Traditionally Give Their Daughters-in-LawThe Karwa Chauth Sargi thali is a vibrant assortment of seasonal fruits, delectable sweets, and savory snacks, usually prepared or gifted b...
20 Oct, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Karwa Chauth Gift Ideas 2026: 25 Gifts for Wife, Husband and In-Laws Under ₹1,000 to ₹10,000Karwa Chauth Gift Ideas 2026: Looking for a thoughtful Karwa Chauth gift for your wife, husband or in-laws? From jewellery, perfumes and wa...
20 Oct, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Navratri 2026 Kanya Pujan Muhurat, October 19: Kanjak Puja timings, vidhi, rituals & what to offer young girlsNavratri 2026 Kanya Pujan: Navratri 2026 Kanya Pujan will be observed on October 19. Devotees can check the auspicious muhurat timings, inc...
18 Oct, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
Domino's Pizza outlets among 25 food establishments facing licence suspension in Maharashtra: FDA seizes 81,330 kg of food worth Rs 1.73 croreMaharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the licences of 25 food establishments and four edible oil and spice manufac...
17 Oct, 2026, 06.29 AM IST
Cake baked inside a sealed canning jar may look like a clever shelf-stable gift, but its moist, low-acid interior can create conditions where botulism can growMason jar desserts, such as cakes and breads, pose serious safety concerns primarily due to the risk of botulism. Unlike traditional cannin...
16 Oct, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Bitter truth: Surge in sugar prices to push up festival budgetsSweets and desserts are experiencing higher prices this festive season due to increasing sugar costs and rising demand. Sugar prices have s...
14 Oct, 2026, 12.32 AM IST