The festival of Holi 2024 is witnessing the preparation of a lot of delicious dishes and Puran Poli is one of them. Made of simple ingredients, this sweet and aromatic Maharashtrian recipe is extremely popular, especially during the Holi festival. Join us as we guide you through each step, from preparing the flavorful filling of lentils and jaggery to crafting the perfect dough. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, easy-to-follow instructions by Chef Jigna Thanvi will ensure your Puran Poli turns out soft, flavorful, and utterly irresistible. Don't miss out on making your Holi celebration even more special with this delightful recipe!
04 March,2025 06:39 PM IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah took part in the Holi celebrations in Ahmedabad on March 25. Notably, Holi is a celebration of liveliness, joy, familial ties and close bonds. Holi festival marks the beginning of spring after a long winter season. “I want to extend my greetings to all citizens of the country on Holi. Holi festival has been celebrated here for many years. In a way, Holi is the symbol of the triumph of truth over lies…This is a festival of equality too. When everyone gets covered in colours, neither their clothes nor faces are clear and neither the forward nor the backward are seen. Today, the entire country is celebrating Holi. My greetings to all citizens of the country…For Lord Ram devotees across the world, this is a special Holi…. Today Raghuvir is playing Holi in Awadh. It is a matter of great joy for us…,” said Amit Shah
04 March,2025 06:38 PM IST
Tension surged in Surat's Sayedpura area in the early Monday morning, September 9, after a group of minors threw stones at a Ganesh pandal. The incident triggered a strong reaction from locals, who gathered outside a nearby police station demanding immediate action. In response, a heavy police force was deployed to the scene, where officers used lathi charges and tear gas to disperse the angry crowd and restore order. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi visited the area and confirmed that six individuals directly involved in the stone-throwing have been arrested. Additionally, Sanghvi revealed that 27 other people who had encouraged the incident were also taken into custody. Surat Police Commissioner Anupam Gehlot assured that all those responsible for disturbing the peace are being apprehended. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure continued peace and security in the affected area. The swift police action aims to prevent further unrest and maintain harmony in the community. Watch video.
09 September,2024 11:40 AM IST
Due to incessant rains, Gujarat’s Vadodara faced heavy flooding and as a result it has led to some risky rescue and relief operations. Forest Department rescued the crocodile seen on the campus of the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in Gujarat’s Vadodara on August 29. The crocodile was 11- feet long and the forest department successfully rescued the crocodile in flooded Vadodara. Range Forest Officer Karansinh Rajput said, "... We have rescued 10 crocodiles in the last 5 days. Two have been released and 8 are still with us. We will release them when the water level of the river decreases... Today, we rescued a 14-foot crocodile from a house near Kamnath Mahadev temple, one from near the Ratri Bazar and an 11-foot crocodile from the Zoology Department of the MS University..."
30 August,2024 12:32 PM IST
On August 25, 17 people were stranded near Morbi's Dhavana village after a tractor's attached trolley overturned while crossing a flooded causeway. Heavy rainfall caused the water flow to become dangerously strong, leading to the accident. The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) was quickly mobilized following the incident. Morbi Collector KB Jhaveri reported that the SDRF has successfully rescued 10 of the stranded individuals so far, with ongoing efforts to save the remaining seven. Jhaveri highlighted the severity of the situation, emphasizing that the intense rainfall and high water levels made the causeway extremely hazardous. The SDRF is working tirelessly to ensure all individuals are safely brought to safety. The rescue operation carried in Morbi tractor accident remains a high priority as teams continue to navigate the challenging conditions to assist those still trapped.
26 August,2024 04:11 PM IST
In Gujarat, the state government is offering women a unique opportunity this Raksha Bandhan by providing free business stalls in Surat. As part of the initiative, Surat Municipal Corporation has allocated 101 stalls at no cost to women, generating 1010 direct jobs. Additionally, the government is supporting these entrepreneurs with loans ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 50,000 to aid in setting up their Rakhi stalls. The initiative also includes training through "Sakhi Mandal" to ensure women acquire essential skills for successful business operations. This effort aims to empower women and enhance their economic prospects during the festive season. A Rakhi seller said, “Govt is giving women like us to move forward in our lives. We get these kinds of opportunities in Rakhi Mela, and Navaratri Mela. We also get loans according to our need to purchase materials. Because of these stalls we get new recognition.”
18 August,2024 10:59 AM IST
In Khirpada village, located in Taluka Surgana of Maharashtra’s Nashik district, villagers face a daily struggle due to the lack of a bridge. They have to swim across a river to fetch essential items, which becomes very dangerous especially during the monsoon season. Heavy rains have made the river crossing even riskier, yet the villagers have not received any help from the government despite their repeated requests. The situation highlights a critical need for infrastructure improvement to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. With ongoing monsoon fury affecting the region, the absence of a proper bridge continues to put the villagers' lives at risk as they strive to meet their daily needs.
01 August,2024 12:00 PM IST
Bollywood actress Daisy Shah, who made her Hindi film debut in 2014 with ‘Jai Ho’ opposite Salman Khan shares exclusively with mid-day.com what it is to eat on the superstar’s film set. She spills the beans on the feast-like affair that includes live pani puri and dosa counters, vada pav, and more. Daisy also recalls her memories growing up in Vile Parle, falling in love with South Indian food, and eating samosas from the Khalsa College canteen. Watch the video for more.
29 July,2024 05:15 PM IST
On July 07, the death toll from the Surat building collapse reached three as rescue teams from SDRF and NDRF recovered bodies from the debris. Despite ongoing efforts, 6-7 individuals are feared trapped under the rubble. The six-storey building, located in Gujarat's Sachin area, collapsed on July 06. Of the building's 30 flats, 4-5 were occupied while the remainder were vacant during the incident. Rescue operations continue unabated as authorities work tirelessly to locate and extricate those still missing, highlighting the urgent need for swift and effective response in such devastating emergencies.
07 July,2024 12:37 PM IST
A canopy collapsed at Rajkot Airport terminal on June 29 following heavy rains in the city. As per Civil Aviation Ministry, the incident took place during maintenance work. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far and a detailed report into the matter has been sought. This has happened a day after canopy collapsed at Delhi T-1 Airport on June 28. On June 28, the canopy of Delhi IGI Airport T-1 collapsed following heavy rain that killed 1 and injured 6 people. Notably, IMD has predicted moderate to heavy rain for next 7 days for both Delhi and Rajkot.
29 June,2024 06:07 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
