Basmati Rice Pilaf with Indian Spices and Raita

Name: Basmati Rice Pilaf with Indian Spices and Raita
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice; 1 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 8 green cardamom pods; 1 teaspoon crushed coriander seeds; 1 cinnamon stick; 8 cloves; 1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger; 4 cups water; 1 bay leaf; Salt to taste; 2 cups fresh green peas; Ground pepper; 2 cups yogurt; 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and minced; 3 tablespoons chopped mint, or to taste; 3/4 teaspoon ground roasted cumin; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; Salt and pepper to taste