Ganesh Chaturthi is more than a spiritual event; it’s Maharashtra’s biggest economic stimulus. Explore how this 10-day festival, from idol making to pandals, creates a massive, organic financial boom powered …
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Philosophical Lens
The Zero That Changed Everything: How India Gave Mathematics Its Most Powerful Symbol
by Sarawanan
Explore how India’s invention of zero, rooted in the philosophical concept of Shunya, transformed global mathematics and became the bedrock of modern computing. A journey from ancient thought to digital …
From 3-hour movies to 30-second Reels, India’s entertainment DNA has been rewritten. Explore how short videos have altered our attention spans, democratized fame, and created a new, high-speed cultural grammar …
Civilisational Narrative
From Chaturanga to Checkmate: Why India Invented War Without Blood
by Sarawanan
Explore Chaturanga, the ancient Indian origin of chess. Learn how it was created as a sophisticated “war without blood,” a battle simulation reflecting India’s unique approach to strategy and non-violent …
Discover India’s ‘Cow Traffic Protocol,’ the unwritten rules of road sharing with sacred animals. Explore how cultural veneration creates a unique, sophisticated system of negotiation in public spaces.
India Explained
The Sidewalk Salon: How India’s Open-Air Barbers Shape More Than Just Hairstyles
by Sarawanan
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, …
India Explained
UPI is Everywhere, But Your Wallet is Still Full! The Real Reason India Can’t Quit Cash.
by Sarawanan
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 …
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.