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NDTV
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- NDTV
How Jalebi Changes Shape, Size And Name As You Travel Across India
There are few things as satisfying as biting into a hot, crispy jalebi. This golden spiral of joy is one of India's most beloved sweets - a must-have during festivals, weddings, and weekend indulgences. No matter where you are in the country, you're never too far from a halwai shop serving up this syrup-soaked treat. And let's be honest - just walking past one is enough to make your mouth water, isn't it? While many of us enjoy jalebi in its classic form, did you know that this humble dessert takes on a new identity in almost every region? From the ingredients and syrup to how it is served, each state adds its own twist to this iconic sweet. Here are six popular jalebi varieties from across India that you must try. By the end of the article, we guarantee you will be craving some too! Also Read: 5 Tips For Making Halwai-Style Jalebis In Your Own Kitchen How Is Jalebi Eaten? Here Are 6 Different Ways Jalebi Is Enjoyed In India: 1. Uttar Pradesh & Delhi - The Classic Jalebi This version of jalebi is the one we are most familiar with. It has a vibrant orange colour and is typically soaked in a cardamom-infused sugar syrup, giving it a distinct flavour. It is best enjoyed as is or topped with fresh rabdi. 2. Rajasthan - Doodh Jalebi In Rajasthan, jalebi is typically enjoyed by dunking it in hot milk. While it makes for a delicious dessert, many people also savour this delightful combo for breakfast. Yes, doodh jalebi is a preferred option for breakfast too, especially during winter, as it makes for a rich and indulgent start to the day. 3. Madhya Pradesh - Jaleba Jalebi is usually the size of our palm, but in Madhya Pradesh, it comes in a giant version. Locally known as jaleba, it is rich, thick and often heavier on ghee and sugar. It tastes incredibly delicious, but one piece is often more than enough, as it can be quite heavy. 4. Gujarat - Fafda Jalebi Combo Gujaratis enjoy jalebi in a completely different way. They pair sweet jalebi with savoury fafda, giving it a unique makeover. The combination of soft jalebi with crispy fafda works like magic, making it a crowd favourite in the state. Many people also enjoy savouring fried chillies with this sweet treat. 5. Bengal & Odisha - Chhena Jalebi Made from fresh chhena (cottage cheese), these jalebis are softer, richer and quite distinct in taste and texture. What's more, chhena jalebi also has a unique shape, more like a pretzel, unlike the usual coil shape of jalebi. Also Read: 7 Of The Best Spots in Indore For An Authentic Poha Jalebi 6. South India - Jangiri (Imarti) In Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, the jalebi cousin jangiri rules the sweet shops. It is made from urad dal rather than maida and has a thicker texture compared to regular jalebi. What makes it even more unique is that it is flower-shaped and slightly bigger in size. From North to South, East to West, jalebi changes shape, size, and even its name. Whether you like it with milk, paired with fafda, or made from chhena, there is a version for every palate. So, which one are you craving today? Let us know in the comments.
India Gazette
30-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
AAP announces 40 star campaigners for Gujarat Assembly by-polls
New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday released a list of 40 star campaigners for the upcoming Gujarat Assembly bye-elections, which are scheduled to be held on June 19. AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal tops the star campaigner list for the bypolls in Kadi and Visavadar constituencies in Gujarat. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi, and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia are also named as star campaigners. Other prominent party leaders listed as star campaigners include Sanjay Singh, Gopal Rai, Gujarat AAP chief Isudan Gadhavi, Raghav Chadha, Imran Hussain, Durgesh Pathak, Gulab Singh Yadav, Hemant Khava, Umesh Makavana, Sudhir Vaghani, Mahraj Malik, and Pravin Ram, among others. The bye-elections will be held in Gujarat's Kadi and Visavadar assembly constituencies. These elections are to fill the seats left vacant by the passing of Karsanbhai Punjabhai Solanki in February this year and the resignation of Bhayani Bhupendrabhai Gandubhai, respectively. Earlier in April, Gujarat Congress President Shaktisinh Gohil announced that the party will contest the Visavadar and Kadi bye-elections independently, without allying with the AAP or other INDIA bloc partners. Gohil explained that the decision was taken unanimously after analysing past electoral trends in the state. 'Gujaratis have never voted for a third front. Here, it is either Congress or the BJP,' he said. He further added, 'During the last elections, the AAP tried its best. All of the big leaders of the AAP campaigned for the party, but they were still only able to get 10.5-11 per cent of votes and damaged the Congress party in elections.' According to the Election Commission, the last date for filing nominations is June 2, 2025. The date for the scrutiny of nominations is June 3. The last date for the withdrawal of candidatures is June 5. The bypolls are scheduled to be held on June 19, and votes will be counted on June 23. The EC has decided to use EVMs and VVPATs in the bye-election in all the polling stations. Adequate numbers of EVMs and VVPATs have been made available, and all steps have been taken to ensure that the poll is conducted smoothly with the help of these machines. (ANI)
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Equity investors in Guj cross 1cr mark
1 2 3 Ahmedabad: The rising appetite for direct stock investments among Gujaratis has led to the state hitting a new milestone. The number of unique registered equity investors in the state crossed the one crore mark this May, a fivefold rise over the past decade, market sources said. Official investor data compiled by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) suggests that investor numbers in Gujarat touched 99.9 lakh on April 30 this year. Back in FY2015, Gujarat was home to merely around 20 lakh equity investors. The number rose to 38 lakh by FY2020, a 90% rise — and as of May 2025, it increased 163% to reach a whopping 1 crore, signalling the rapid rise in retail participation in the stock market. "According to NSE data, Gujarat had 99.90 lakh unique investors by the end of April. We estimate that the one crore mark was crossed in May," said Viral Mehta, West Zone head at a leading stock broking firm. "The state has always had a strong equity culture, and post-Covid, we've seen a new wave of retail investors — especially younger professionals — entering the market in large numbers." The boom in IPOs, the ease of digital onboarding, and increased awareness around wealth creation have all contributed to this rise, say market observers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kushtia Mohini: Scholarships You Can Apply For (Start Now) Google Search Search Now Undo According to NSE data, Gujarat added some 49,000 new investors in April alone. While investor additions slowed in early 2025 due to a bearish market, improved index performance in May helped push the state over the 1 crore threshold. "Investor sentiment revived slightly with the recent market uptrend," said Gunjan Choksi, director of a city-based brokerage. "We're seeing renewed interest from first-time investors as well." With this milestone, Gujarat now ranks third in India in terms of unique equity investors — behind Maharashtra (1.84 crore) and Uttar Pradesh (1.29 crore). Nationally, the total number of unique equity investors has crossed 11 crore, a sharp jump from around 3 crore at the end of FY2020. Ahmedabad: The rising appetite for direct stock investments among Gujaratis has led to the state hitting a new milestone. The number of unique registered equity investors in the state crossed the one crore mark this May, a fivefold rise over the past decade, market sources said. Official investor data compiled by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) suggests that investor numbers in Gujarat touched 99.9 lakh on April 30 this year. Back in FY2015, Gujarat was home to merely around 20 lakh equity investors. The number rose to 38 lakh by FY2020, a 90% rise — and as of May 2025, it increased 163% to reach a whopping 1 crore, signalling the rapid rise in retail participation in the stock market. "According to NSE data, Gujarat had 99.90 lakh unique investors by the end of April. We estimate that the one crore mark was crossed in May," said Viral Mehta, West Zone head at a leading stock broking firm. "The state has always had a strong equity culture, and post-Covid, we've seen a new wave of retail investors — especially younger professionals — entering the market in large numbers." The boom in IPOs, the ease of digital onboarding, and increased awareness around wealth creation have all contributed to this rise, say market observers. According to NSE data, Gujarat added some 49,000 new investors in April alone. While investor additions slowed in early 2025 due to a bearish market, improved index performance in May helped push the state over the 1 crore threshold. "Investor sentiment revived slightly with the recent market uptrend," said Gunjan Choksi, director of a city-based brokerage. "We're seeing renewed interest from first-time investors as well." With this milestone, Gujarat now ranks third in India in terms of unique equity investors — behind Maharashtra (1.84 crore) and Uttar Pradesh (1.29 crore). Nationally, the total number of unique equity investors has crossed 11 crore, a sharp jump from around 3 crore at the end of FY2020.
Indian Express
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Inside the Laxmi Vilas Palace of Gujarat, four times the size of Buckingham Palace
India is home to some of the most majestic palaces in the world, but did you know that Laxmi Vilas Palace in Gujarat is four times the size of England's Buckingham Palace? More than just a royal residence, this architectural marvel stands as a symbol of history, culture, and grandeur. 'Gujarat's Laxmi Vilas Palace wasn't ruled by Gujaratis but by the Marathas. This grand residential building remains one of the most majestic in the world,' says Prateik Babbar in a series on palaces he hosted for Curly Tales. Still inhabited by the Gaekwad royal family, the palace continues to exude its regal charm, blending the past with the present. Renowned fashion influencer Komal Pandey took the viewers inside the palace. With 550 acres of grandeur, the palace is nothing short of spectacular: 'Now I know what they mean when they say it's four times the size of Buckingham Palace!,' Pandey exclaims. Despite its fairy tale setting, this palace is still a living home. The lady of the palace, Radhikaraje Gaekwad, says she is still uncovering the palace's hidden corners. 'I'm still discovering many parts of the palace. Of course, I know most of it, but there are still nooks and corners that escape me, even after all these years,' she says in the video. The palace was built in 1878 by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III and named after his wife, Maharani Laxmibai, whom he married in 1880. 'Maharani Jamnabai was searching for an heir. When a young boy boldly declared, 'I want to rule Baroda,' she adopted him as her son. He later became Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III,' according to the video. The palace is an exquisite blend of Indian and European influences. Sandstone from Agra, Carrara marble, and intricate carvings by local Gujarati craftsmen—the palace is an architectural masterpiece. The palace also features Raj Abhishek Hall, where the kings were crowned, marking the beginning of their reigns. The Pratap Shastra wing showcases a remarkable collection of royal weapons, including: The Gaekwad family has a rich culinary heritage, blending flavours from Gujarati, Maratha, and Peshwa traditions. 'Gujarati food is a big part of our diet—we love Kathiawadi dal, undhiyu, and dal dhoklo,' Gaekwad says. She has also established Gazra Café at the palace, an inclusive café run by the LGBTQ+ community. 'The food is amazing—I think I can indulge now and burn off the calories later!' The palace hosts one of the world's largest Garba celebrations, attracting over 40,000 people every Navratri. As the dhol beats fill the air, dancers move in rhythmic circles, barefoot on the earth, staying close to their roots, both literally and spiritually. Laxmi Vilas Palace is where history, culture, and modernity come together.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Have performed there in the past, but will never visit Turkey again: Bhoomi Trivedi
Bhoomi Trivedi I have performed in Turkey multiple times. My last visit was in 2022 for a pre-wedding event and I had a good time, as it's a beautiful country. A vacation in Turkey was on my bucket list but after what has happened in the last few days, I will never visit Turkey again,' shares Bhoomi Trivedi. Talking about Turkey's support for Pakistan after Operation Sindoor, the singer adds, 'After the devastating earthquake in Turkey (in 2023), we did our best as a country to help them. While we don't expect anything in return, supporting a country (Pakistan) that has been funding terrorists to hurt India is unacceptable. One needs to be grateful in life, isn't it? I got some souvenirs from Turkey during my last trip. I was so angry and hurt when I got to know about their support for Pakistan that I immediately trashed them.' 'It's time to stay united and boycott countries that are against us' Talking about Indian tourists cancelling their trips to Turkey, Bhoomi says, 'I fully support it. Recently, I read about how 800 Gujaratis cancelled their Turkey trip and felt proud of them. We have the spirit to fight but can't go to the border. If Turkey wants to support the act of terrorism (by Pakistan), due to which our innocent civilians and brave soldiers have lost their lives, the least we can do as citizens is to stay united and boycott countries that are against us. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo That's what true patriotism is all about.' She adds, 'After the Pahalgam attack, India's response was very measured. We only targeted terror camps in Pakistan and did not intend to harm any civilians. But still, Pakistan launched an all-out attack, targeted our civilians, and Turkey supported them. I am grateful to our Armed Forces for always protecting us. A lot of Indians opt for destination weddings in Turkey. I would urge them to cancel those plans. Our country has so many beautiful destinations that can be explored. ' 'Extremely disappointed with Pakistani artistes saying bad things about India' Bhoomi recalls getting an invite in 2016 to perform in Lahore. She shares, 'In 2016, my team got an email invite, requesting that I consider performing in Lahore. Just as we were discussing what to do next, the Uri attack happened. My mom called me up and said, 'I know you have been invited to perform in Pakistan. But after what has happened in Uri, if you go there, you don't belong to us.' I had decided back then itself to never perform in Pakistan. ' She adds, 'I am disappointed that Pakistani artistes, who have worked here and received immense love from our audience, are defaming India for its retaliatory action against terrorists. Instead of condemning Pakistan's support for terror groups, they are criticising India.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
