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The Skinny on the Needle: Why Self-Prescribing Weight Loss Injections in India is a Terrible Idea
The trend of self-prescribing weight loss injections in India—specifically glamorized GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro)—has blown up faster than a pressure cooker without a whistle.
Rajesh Seshadri
6 days ago4 min read


Smart Homes for Elderly Parents: Gadgets That Keep Amma & Appa Safe (and You Worry-Free)
Today, we are going to talk about upgrading the ancestral house. We are going to look at how creating smart homes for elderly parents is not just a fancy luxury for the rich, but a mandatory, "Paisa-Vasool" survival toolkit for our peace of mind.
Rajesh Seshadri
Mar 287 min read


🔧 Why These Home Improvement Products on Amazon India Are Worth Your Attention
These home improvement products on Amazon India range from smart electrical helpers to DIY tool kits, cleaning assistants, organizers, and kitchen conveniences — all selected for practicality, affordability, and real-world usefulness.
Rajesh Seshadri
Feb 132 min read


Retiring in India: Is ₹5 Crore Enough (Or Are We Just Dreaming)?
Is ₹5 Crore (approx $600,000) actually enough to retire in India in 2024? Or is inflation going to eat your retirement fund faster than a Delhiite eats Butter Chicken?
Rajesh Seshadri
Feb 116 min read


Maggi Nostalgia: 5 Wacky Recipes to Upgrade Your "2-Minute" Noodle Life
We have all grown up. Our palates have evolved. Plain, boiled Maggi with just the Tastemaker is... well, it’s a bit "Basic," no? It’s time to give our childhood hero a makeover.
Rajesh Seshadri
Feb 105 min read


Filter Coffee vs. Masala Chai: What Your Morning Cup Says About Your Personality
On one side, we have the aromatic, spiced, milky hug known as Masala Chai.On the other side, we have the intense, frothy, brain-waking rocket fuel known as Filter Coffee (Kaapi). Put down your Parle-G, sit back, and let’s analyze the psychology of India’s favorite beverages.
Rajesh Seshadri
Feb 35 min read


The "Big Fat Indian Wedding" on a Budget: Acting Rich Without Going Broke
Today, we are hacking the Big Fat Indian Wedding. We are going to learn how to act rich, spend smart, and keep your bank balance (and your sanity) intact.
Rajesh Seshadri
Jan 295 min read


The Great Biryani War: Hyderabadi vs. Lucknowi vs. Kolkata (Let’s Settle This)
The Hyderabadi will scream about "Masala." The Lakhnavi (Lucknowi) will whisper about "Nazakat" (delicacy). And the Bengali? The Bengali will silently point to the Potato (Aloo) with tears in his eyes.
Rajesh Seshadri
Jan 285 min read


Real Estate Reality Check: Buying a Flat in Bangalore vs. Investing in the US Stock Market
Ah, the Great Indian Real Estate Dream. It is hardwired into our DNA. We believe that unless we own a piece of concrete and brick, we haven't "settled." We love land because we can touch it, stand on it, and point at it while telling our relatives, "That is mine."
Rajesh Seshadri
Jan 256 min read


"Paraben-Free" Labels: The Marketing Gimmick Replacing One Bad Chemical with Another Unknown One
But here is the solid truth the marketing guys won’t tell you: When you take out a preservative that works (Parabens), you have to replace it with something else to stop bacteria from growing. And often, that "Something Else" is newer, less tested, and potentially more irritating than the thing they removed.
Rajesh Seshadri
Jan 256 min read


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
Jan 216 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
Jan 205 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
Jan 195 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
Jan 185 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
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