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Sumati Morarjee: The woman who sailed against the tide
Sumati Morarjee looked upon shipping as more than just a business activity, seeing in it the potential for cultural exchange and for carrying Indian thought and spirituality to the world.
Show HN: Ek Din – interactive website to experience Indian 90s nostalgia
I built this website after some recent viral Astra/Opus generated content reminded me of an old side project idea I'd given up on.The content should be particularly nostalgic and hopefully comforting for people who grew up in India during the 1990s. But even …
India looks to build global brands around yoga
Many Indians see yoga as a way of life rather than a consumer activity, posing a challenge for companies seeking to build brands around the wellness phenomenon.
India loves chai in all its colours , but adrak chai remains India favourite brew
Best House Names In India : Traditional Indian house names that never go out of style
Traditional Indian house names that never go out of style
Naming a house in India is a centuries-old tradition, imbuing homes with meaning and cultural weight. Traditional Sanskrit, nature-inspired, and regional names like Anandgriha, Nandanvan, and Illam offer enduring value. These names reflect deeply held family …
10 Sanskrit - inspired baby names that blend tradition with modern charm
India’s brandy boom still feels uncool. Liquor cos want to give it a makeover
Brandy, a spirit deeply entrenched in South India's culture and cinema, is now undergoing a national makeover. Despite being India's second-largest spirit category, it has historically lacked marketing and aspirational appeal, often associated with home remed…
Godrej Properties completes handover of 500+ plots at Forest Estate, Nagpur, with the first Nagpur edition of its signature handover IP, Shubh Aarambh
Inspired by Nagpur’s Zero Mile identity, the event celebrates India’s cultural diversity while underscoring the importance of thoughtfully planned communities.
India vs USA grocery stores: American woman living in India says 'too many choices' leave her overwhelmed
An American mother's viral social media post highlights the stark contrast between Indian and US grocery stores. She observed Indian markets are typically smaller with fewer choices, fostering a simpler shopping experience. Conversely, American stores boast …
Money management: Top five lessons Indian mothers taught us long before financial advisors did
Indian mothers have long instilled money management lessons in their children, focusing on disciplined spending, saving, and prioritizing education.
Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Doin’ It’ on Paramount+, Lilly Singh’s Sexually Charged New Film
Doin’ It is centered in a culture clash of American sex-positivity and Indian conservatism
Best vehicle numbers based on your date of birth: What numerology says
In India, car buyers often blend tradition with modern aspirations by choosing 'lucky' registration numbers based on numerology and astrology. This practice, where vehicle numbers are aligned with birth numbers and ruling planets, aims to bring harmony and su…
Tanya Bami: We've tried to shift comedy from being a genre to being a lens
Tanya Bami, series head at Netflix India, shares, “What people don’t always realise is that writing comedy is perhaps the hardest thing to do. One might assume a thriller is the toughest to crack, but comedy has to be culturally rooted, deeply relevant, and s…
Prada launches line of £650 Indian-made sandals after being accused of cultural appropriation
The luxury group faced a backlash for showcasing similar designs without crediting their origins
Prada launches Indian-made sandals after cultural appropriation backlash
Prada had faced backlash last year after it showcased similar designs at a fashion show without acknowledging their Indian roots.