Plum Cake: The Christmas Story Behind India's Favourite Treat
Explore the fascinating history of Plum Cake, its medieval English origins, and how it became a Christmas staple in India, especially Kerala & Goa. Plus, an easy homemade recipe!
Explore the fascinating history of Plum Cake, its medieval English origins, and how it became a Christmas staple in India, especially Kerala & Goa. Plus, an easy homemade recipe!
The Cake Show Bengaluru 2025 is set for Jan 25-26 at KTPO Trade Center. Get ticket prices, timings, and how to reach. A must-visit for baking enthusiasts!
Discover how Lucknow's traditional bakeries begin plum cake preparations in August, with December sales accounting for 25-35% of annual revenue. Explore the costs, rituals, and evolving trends.
Seers and religious heads staged a major protest at the Prayagraj Mela Authority office, alleging favouritism in land allotment. Demands for accountability led to a sit-in. Read the full story.
Prayagraj Mela administration partners with Rapido for safe pilgrim transport. The initiative offers employment to youth and aims to reduce traffic congestion during the Magh Mela.
Prayagraj's bakeries are buzzing with Christmas orders. Discover why the traditional plum cake remains a favorite and how local shops like Iraani Bakery are celebrating the season. Explore festive flavors and prices.
Explore Pune's rich plum cake legacy. From 93-year-old bakeries to top chefs, discover the month-long rituals, secret recipes, and evolving trends behind India's favorite Christmas treat.
Explore the magic of Christmas 2025, from festive traditions and delicious cakes to heartwarming messages and quotes. Discover the spirit of giving and togetherness that defines this joyous season.
In Indore, Christmas begins months early as families soak dry fruits in rum, preserving a generational baking ritual. Discover the stories behind these iconic cakes.
Discover the simple recipe for a traditional winter delicacy - steamed rice Pitha. Filled with jaggery & coconut, this light snack is a taste of nostalgia. Learn to make it at home!
Celebrate Christmas without guilt! Discover a healthy, eggless date and walnut cake recipe perfect for managing diabetes and cholesterol. Enjoy festive flavors the wholesome way.
A birthday celebration turned hilarious after Zomato misread delivery instructions and iced them onto the cake. Watch the viral video and see how netizens reacted to this relatable food delivery mishap.
Day two of Prayagraj's 'Bazm-e-Virasat' festival featured legendary voices, literary giants, and cricket stars, celebrating the city's rich Ganga-Jamuni heritage. Read about the engaging sessions.
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat opens up about his emotional journey from Prayagraj's SSB failures to FTII healing. He shares advice for young actors and views on OTT vs cinema. Read more.
A 21-year-old competitive exam aspirant in Prayagraj died by suicide at his rented room. Police recovered a suicide note. The incident highlights student mental health pressures.
Prayagraj scholars demand official 'teerth kshetra' status for the city, seeking a 5-km sacred zone around Sangam. They also call for a ban on meat & alcohol and express concern over Hindu safety in Bangladesh. Read more.
Police in Prayagraj detain five friends after a 21-year-old man, Akash alias Golu, is shot dead during a party. Motive remains unclear as investigation continues.
Kaushambi police arrested four members of an inter-district cattle theft gang after an encounter near Patauna bridge. One criminal, Aryan alias Baratilal, was injured in retaliatory firing. Details inside.
Prayagraj GRP drafts a high-tech crowd management plan with AI surveillance, colour-coding, and holding areas for Magh Mela 2026 to ensure pilgrim safety. Read about the comprehensive strategy.
Bazm-e-Virasat's opening day celebrated Prayagraj's soul through Lantarani's humour, Saints of Allahabad's depth, and Padma Shri Tipanya's Nirgun recital. Explore the city's unique cultural legacy.
Violence erupted between two groups at Allahabad University's SSL Hostel, causing traffic chaos. The administration has identified 25 inmates via CCTV and initiated disciplinary action. Read more.
The second edition of Bazm-e-Virasat began in Prayagraj, celebrating its heritage. Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia inaugurated it with a personal address and a tribute to Kakori martyrs. Read more.
In a major crackdown, UP Board removes 769 schools as exam centres for 2026 High School & Intermediate exams to ensure integrity. Details on district-wise bans inside.
Two young men, Vikash Mishra (35) and Ankur Khare (30), were tragically killed by a speeding dumper near Shastri Bridge in Prayagraj. The driver is absconding. Read the full report.
Eight people, including a woman and child, died in separate road accidents across Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, Sultanpur, Banda, and another location. Details of the tragic incidents inside.
Explore 5 delicious Christmas cake recipes perfect for Indian festivities, from non-alcoholic plum cake to spiced orange almond cake. Perfect for your holiday table!
Following a deadly multi-vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway, Prayagraj RTO has launched a major campaign for road safety in fog, deploying teams and working with transport unions.
A 16-year-old girl was crushed to death by a speeding dumper in Prayagraj's Kaushambi district. Foggy weather blamed as driver flees. Police investigation underway.
Kaushambi police cracked an inter-district burglary case, arresting three men who stole construction materials to pay their vehicle loan. Details on the seizure and modus operandi inside.
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission takes strict action against four candidates for impersonation and cheating in the Assistant Teacher Exam 2025. Read about the cases and the commission's zero-tolerance policy.