Ganesh Chaturthi is this writer’s favourite time of the year. Bappa’s aagman, Gauri poojan, and the spread of traditional dishes end up bringing much joy. And even though I don’t have a ...

1. Combine the wheat flour, salt and water and make a paste — for spreading. 2. Combine the coconut and jaggery in a pan and cook until they melt and come together.

Small groups of devotees braved the driving rain and headed to the city's seafront and artificial ponds for Gauri immersion Saturday. The ritual marks the return of Lord Ganesh's mother to her ...