Discover the ‘khata’ system, India’s corner shop credit network. Explore how these local grocers act as interest-free bankers, building community resilience and loyalty through a notebook of trust.
Sarawanan
Sarawanan
Meet Sarawanan — part news buff, part history nerd, part chai-fuelled thinker. For the past two decades, he’s followed India's economic shifts, cultural twists, and everything in between. His writing on IndiLogs isn’t about textbook theories or dry reports — it’s about telling the real India story. The one that connects temple donations to rural banks, or Diwali sales to stock market surges. If you're someone who enjoys learning about India’s roots while watching it sprint ahead, you’ll feel right at home here
The Sidewalk Salon: How India’s Open-Air Barbers Shape More Than Just Hairstyles
Explore India’s sidewalk barbers, an overlooked open-air economy. Discover how these micro-entrepreneurs provide essential grooming and act as community confidants and news hubs, all from a patch of pavement.
Discover the Indian wedding not just as a ritual, but as a massive economic sector. This cultural practice, worth over ₹3 lakh crore, supports millions of livelihoods across jewellery, catering, …
Discover the monumental legacy of Viswanathan Anand. Learn how his success transformed chess in India, changing parental attitudes and building an infrastructure that created a dynasty of Grandmasters.
UPI is Everywhere, But Your Wallet is Still Full! The Real Reason India Can’t Quit Cash.
Discover why cash remains king in Digital India. Explore the unique coexistence of UPI and physical currency, driven by trust, habit, the digital divide, and distinct transaction patterns.
For entrepreneurs facing chaos, Mantra is an ancient Indian sound hack for focus. Explore how these vibrational tools build mental clarity and resilience, going beyond simple affirmations. Read more on …
Beyond the tech, this is the human story of Aadhaar. We explore its transformative power in fighting corruption and enabling inclusion, and the stark reality of exclusion and privacy concerns …
Feeling burnt out? Explore Tirtha Yatra (pilgrimage), India’s ancient practice for renewal. Discover how it helps entrepreneurs find purpose, perspective, and resilience. Read more on Indilogs.
“Khaana Kha Liya?” – Why in India, “Have You Eaten?” is How We Really Say “I Love You”
Explore why the question “Have you eaten?” is India’s universal care language. Discover how inquiries about food function as deep expressions of concern and affection, shaping unique relationship patterns.
Why did QR codes conquer India’s bazaars where card machines failed? It’s a story of jugaad. Discover how this frugal tech perfectly matches the chaotic, high-velocity rhythm of traditional Indian …