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Collagen Powder Craze: Are You Drinking the Fountain of Youth or Just Expensive Gelatin?
From the high-rises of Gurgaon to the leafy lanes of Melbourne, every "Global Desi" is currently obsessed with finding the best collagen supplement for Indians. We see influencers on Instagram—looking 22 even though they are 45—sipping a pink drink and promising that this powder will solve everything from saggy skin to creaky knees.
Rajesh Seshadri
2 days ago6 min read


The Sunscreen Scam: Why SPF 50 is Useless If You Don't Apply It (And Yes, Dark Skin Needs It Too)
Today, we are talking about the best sunscreen for Indian skin—and more importantly, why the bottle you bought six months ago and only use once a week is a bigger scam than a "100% Cash Back" coupon that never works.
Rajesh Seshadri
3 days ago5 min read


Gold vs. Mutual Funds: Why Auntyji’s Jewellery Might Not Be the Best Investment Anymore
Is your locker full of gold actually making you rich, or is it just sitting there collecting dust and locker rent? Let’s find out.
Rajesh Seshadri
4 days ago5 min read


"Ayurvedic" Face Creams: Fact Check—Just Because It Smells Like Sandalwood Doesn't Mean It’s Chemical-Free
Just because a cream smells like a temple in Mysore doesn’t mean it wasn’t born in a high-tech chemical factory. Today, we are going to debunk the Ayurvedic face cream myths and look at the "hidden" side of the label that most Indians don't bother to read.
Rajesh Seshadri
5 days ago5 min read


Why Your Grandmother Was the Original Bio-Hacker (And Why You Should Listen to Her)
For decades, we’ve filed these things under "Superstition." We assumed that our ancestors were just scared of the dark or trying to appease angry gods. We rolled our eyes, packed our bags for the city, and replaced our copper water jugs with plastic bottles and our Surya Namaskar with gym memberships.
Rajesh Seshadri
Jan 43 min read


Announcing "The Arithmetic of Compromise": Stories for Anyone Who Has Ever Loved
We all enter relationships with a blueprint for a perfect life. We dream of effortless harmony, of a love that feels like a finished equation. But what happens when reality intrudes? When the blueprint gets stained with coffee rings and redrawn by compromise? I am thrilled to announce the release of my new book, "The Arithmetic of Compromise: And Other Stories on the Delicate Sum of a Shared Life." This is a collection of fifteen bittersweet, poignant, and often humorous stor
Rajesh Seshadri
Nov 4, 20251 min read


Art and Culture of Paan: Tradition, Taste, Transformation and Decline
The traditional Indian habit of eating paan after a meal is a cherished practice that has stood the test of time, offering a unique blend of
Rajesh Seshadri
Apr 3, 20243 min read


The Compound Condiment Conundrum: Modern Sauces versus Traditional Chutneys
Almost everyone knows about salt and its connection with high blood pressure; yet the same everyone consume sauces and ketchups with impunit
Rajesh Seshadri
Apr 3, 20243 min read


From Extravagance to Empathy: Taxing Buffets and Lavish Meals to Feed India's Hungry
By taxing extravagance and channelling the proceeds towards feeding the hungry, we can create a more compassionate and inclusive society, wh
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 30, 20245 min read


Fat vs. Oil: Debunking the Health Myth of Oil Substitution
Fat is fat, and oil is oil, but the devil is in the details when it comes to choosing the right oil for your culinary and nutritional needs.
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 29, 20244 min read


Debunking the Myth of Natural vs. Chemical Cosmetic Products
As consumers, it is important to educate ourselves about skincare ingredients, ask questions, and make informed choices based on the facts r
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 29, 20242 min read


Unveiling the Oral Health Deception: The Story of Salt, Charcoal and Neem
The shift in consumer perception, driven by relentless marketing campaigns, stands as a stark reminder of the influence wielded by conglomer
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 22, 20243 min read


Skin: The Silent Sentinel - Dispelling the Myth of Transdermal Nutrition
The myth of transdermal nutrition has been perpetuated by marketing claims and pseudoscientific beliefs that suggest skincare products conta
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 21, 20243 min read


Taxing Talent: The Pitfalls of India's 42.74% Marginal Tax Rate on Salaried Taxpayers
A nuanced approach to tax policy that incentivizes economic growth, talent retention, and citizen engagement is imperative to steer India to
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 17, 20243 min read


The Exodus of ITES and BPO Industry to Smaller Cities: Unplanned Urbanization and the Looming Disaster
Comprehensive master plans, ensuring sustainable development, need to be in place to address infrastructure requirements, transportation man
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 16, 20243 min read


Harnessing the Monsoon: Transforming India's Rain Bounty into Lifelines with Rainwater Harvesting
Even as we celebrate the concrete infrastructure development across the country in terms of highways, railways, airports, expressways, bridg
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 13, 20243 min read


Offshoring Green Power: India’s Voyage towards Sustainable Energy
However, land scarcity and acquisition hurdles are significant impediments. With an extensive 7,517 km coastline, what is the solution India
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 8, 20242 min read


Empowering India: The Transformative Role of Women Across Sectors
The increased participation of women across various sectors in India is not just a marker of gender equality but a crucial driver of holisti
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Unplugged: Screen Time and Mobile Addiction in Children
As parents and caregivers, it is essential to acknowledge the role technology plays in modern life while simultaneously safeguarding the wel
Rajesh Seshadri
Feb 18, 20243 min read


Are you cleaning your teeth with detergent?
The next time you are at a supermarket, please pick up your favourite toothpaste, detergent and dish wash gel and compare the ingredients. E
Rajesh Seshadri
Feb 12, 20243 min read
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