Uncover the secrets of Wootz steel, the ancient Indian tech that dominated metallurgy. Learn how modern scientists are reverse-engineering its principles to innovate advanced materials, bridging historical knowledge with cutting-edge …
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
Sacred Economics: How Temple Systems Created India’s First Banking Networks
Explore India’s ancient temple systems as early banking networks, thriving on community trust. See how their principles inspire modern microfinance models aiming for financial inclusion among communities skeptical of formal …
Kaveripattinam to GIFT City: The 2000-Year Evolution of India’s Financial Hubs
Explore the 2000-year journey of India’s financial centres, from ancient ports like Kaveripattinam to the modern GIFT City. Discover how timeless principles of successful trading hubs inform contemporary financial district …
Discover Nalanda, ancient India’s knowledge hub. Learn how its unique teaching methods – cross-disciplinary studies and guru-shishya bonds – are inspiring modern Indian EdTech startups to create innovative, blended learning …
Explore the fusion of old and new as Indian family jewelers adopt 3D printing. See how technology aids tradition, enhancing intricate designs and preserving cultural authenticity in jewelry making. A …
Discover why bargaining is India’s unofficial national sport! Explore the cultural roots, community trust, theatrical style, and thrill of the win behind the unique Indian art of haggling in bustling …
Forget Silicon Valley: India Built a Digital Superhighway for a Billion People!
Explore India’s silent digital revolution. How public tech like Aadhaar & UPI (India Stack) is transforming lives, boosting financial inclusion, and creating a unique model challenging global norms. An essential …
Step into any corner of India – a bustling Mumbai railway station, a serene Kanyakumari temple, a high-powered Delhi boardroom, or a dusty village chaupal in Uttar Pradesh. Amidst the …
Coded in Culture: How India’s Festival Calendar Drives Tech Innovation Cycles
Discover how India’s vibrant festival calendar dictates tech innovation cycles. From e-commerce surges during Diwali to timed app launches, culture is coded into India’s digital growth. An essential Indilogs analysis.
Discover why Indian weddings are legendary 3-day parties! Explore the cultural significance, family unions, vibrant rituals like Sangeet & Haldi, and sheer scale that make these celebrations uniquely extravagant societal …