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With Diwali knocking on the door, kitchens across India are buzzing with activity as families prepare an array of festive treats. While classic sweets like ladoos, barfis, and jalebis continue to charm taste buds, 2025 is witnessing an exciting wave of modern and fusion recipes gaining popularity alongside cherished regional delicacies.
This year, the blend of tradition and innovation is redefining the Diwali culinary experience.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host British PM Keir Starmer at the scenic Raj Bhavan in Mumbai today. This will be their third meeting, after talks at Chequers in Buckinghamshire in July and on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro last November. The meet aims to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, and technology collaboration.
The visit comes ahead of the implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which is expected to significantly boost economic engagement between the two nations.
Gold prices in India have continued their slow but steady upward trend, with 24K gold now priced at Rs 12,409 per gram, 22K gold at Rs 11,376, and 18K gold at Rs 9,311, each registering a marginal increase of Rs 1 from the previous day.
This marks a significant surge when compared to prices just a few weeks ago, reflecting both global uncertainties and domestic festive buying.
The national capital and adjoining regions woke up to a pleasant Thursday morning with a minimum temperature of around 21°C, slightly below the seasonal average. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a dry and comfortable day in Delhi, with no rainfall expected in the next 24 hours.
As the day progresses, mercury levels are likely to rise to around 29°C. The overall air quality remains in the “moderate” category, with minor fluctuations in particulate matter due to light winds.
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