As geopolitical tensions in West Asia disrupt global energy confidence, Indian households are beginning to rethink one of their most fundamental consumption choices—how they cook. Concerns over potential LPG and PNG supply disruptions have triggered a rapid shift toward electric cooking appliances, from induction cooktops to air fryers. What started...
Escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia are beginning to ripple through India’s energy system, with natural gas supplies to industrial users now being curtailed after disruptions to liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports. The crisis follows a halt in production by QatarEnergy amid regional conflict and the sharp decline in shipping...
South Indian cuisine is emerging as a natural fit for a generation that values clean, plant-forward, and purposeful eating. Long before wellness became a global movement, its foundations were built around rice, lentils, millets, coconut, and fermentation — ingredients and techniques that support gut health, balanced nutrition, and minimal processing....
The world’s search for skilled talent increasingly ends in India. Doctors, engineers, caregivers, and tech experts from across the country are now anchoring essential roles abroad, driving healthcare, innovation, and productivity in developed economies. The latest OECD International Migration Outlook 2025 places India firmly at the centre of global labour...
India’s Gen Z is demonstrating a rising financial awareness, reveals a recent survey by IIM Udaipur of 150 undergraduates and early-career professionals. Most respondents were from middle-income households, with 84% saving regularly and 60% maintaining emergency funds. Investment patterns are varied, while digital engagement is high, with widespread use of...
India’s video ecosystem is rapidly transforming as short-form platforms like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts rise in popularity alongside traditional television. These formats are redefining digital culture while drawing substantial advertising investments. Though TV continues to command widespread household reach, advertisers are increasingly embracing platform-agnostic strategies to connect with younger,...
India’s growth story is inspiring strong confidence at the top. According to a new PRCAI–Astrum survey released at PRana 2025 in New Delhi, 84% of 123 CEOs across six cities believe the country’s best days are still to come, and 89% remain optimistic about its long-term economic trajectory. But the...
Global oil trends are realigning as rising production outpaces moderating demand. The International Energy Agency projects a modest increase of 700 kb/d in 2025 and 720 kb/d in 2026, while output—mainly from Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)—continues to rise. Refinery activity is picking up, even as Brent crude...
For years, India’s UPI has been celebrated as a global fintech marvel. From street-side chai stalls to roadside fruit carts, even the smallest vendors were proudly displaying QR codes showing how deeply digital payments had penetrated daily life. Foreign delegates praised it, tech leaders studied it, and citizens embraced the...
Dismiss the fleeting trends and viral challenges for a moment. Consider a different narrative: South Korea’s cultural omnipresence which consists of the global resonance of K-Pop anthems to the captivating narratives of K-dramas and the pervasive appeal of its cuisine. It is not merely an organic phenomenon. It is, in...
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