If you are using a pressure cooker, cook it for just 2 wistles as it will help the grains not to turn mushy, but I normally dont use pressure cooker as this normal method doesnt involve any stirring too.
Always soak basmathi rice when making pulav as it helps reducing cooking time and also gives a nice textire to the rice.
Sugar is used to get rid off the bitter atste sometimes the leaves can give, it is optional.
use nay green in place of fenugreek like spinach,mint or even coriander.
Serve it along with raitha or any curry.It tastes equally good as it is or with plain curd.