Festivals of India

“Shubho Nabo Barsho”: PM Modi extends greetings on Poila Boishakh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his wishes to the nation on the occasion of Poila Boishakh, marking the beginning of the Bengali New Year 1432. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister wrote: “Best wishes on Poila Boishakh! I hope all your wishes are fulfilled this year. I pray for everyone's success, happiness, prosperity, and good health. Shubho Nabo Barsho!” Poila Boishakh—which translates to the first day of the month of Boishakh—heralds the start of t...

March 13, 2025 12:54 PM

Lucknow sweet shop enters India Book of Records for largest Gujiya ahead of Holi

Chhappan Bhog, a renowned sweet shop in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, made history by entering the India Book of Records for crafting the world’s largest Gujiya, weighing 6 kg and measuring 25 inches. The massive delicacy, named 'Baahubali Gujiya,' was unveiled ahead of Holi at an event hosted at Phoenix Palassio Mall. Pramil Dwivedi, the official Executor of the India Book of Records, confirmed Chhappan Bhog's entry, stating, "This Gujiya weighs 6 kilograms and is 25 inches long, breaking previous...