At first, Soak saffron in 2 tablespoons of warm milk and keep aside.

Now Heat a heavy pan. Add in ghee.and add dry fruits,and fry till golden brown.
Now stir in the drained rice for 1 minute on medium heat.
Now slowly add in the warm milk.
Let it come to a boil. Stir occasionally.

Once it starts to boil, lower the heat and keep stirring often to avoid rice or milk sticking to the bottom and the sides.

The milk will start thickening and reducing within 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, just check the rice, it should be tender enough.

Now add in the sugar, salt, cardamom and saffron milk.
Cook it for another 10 minutes. The milk should have considerably reduced.
Mash some rice with the back of the spoon if desired.