‘At 20, I survived on office buffet leftovers’: Bengaluru CA, an ex-Deloitte employee, shares a money lesson that stayed with her for lifeA Bengaluru Chartered Accountant shared how a meager Rs 15,000 monthly salary during her studies taught invaluable money lessons. Prioritiz...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Rs 800 per day, free AC, soft music: Bengaluru woman explains why she loves working from cafésBengaluru professional Harleen N shared her unique 'work from cafe' routine, detailing daily expenses of approximately Rs 800. Her setup of...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
Tourism and hotel sector stocks: Time for a correction in business? Are analysts getting it wrong? 15 stocks from the ecosystemThe Indian hotel and tourism ecosystem has benefitted from the post-Covid travel urge. Occupancies were high, room rates firm, supply is, i...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
Zepto overtakes Instamart in order count, trails Blinkit in scale and profitabilityFor the January-March quarter of FY26, Blinkit reported a net order value of Rs 14,386 crore, compared with Zepto’s calculated net order va...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
Rs 1.5 lakh salary, top tech job, big city. Why this Bengaluru professional ended the month with just Rs 15,000A Bengaluru chartered accountant shared a reality check on high salaries, detailing how a Rs 1.5 lakh monthly income for a fresh tech gradu...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.08 PM IST
Bengaluru millennial couple reveals ₹1.66 lakh monthly expenses, sparks cost-of-living debateA Bengaluru couple's detailed breakdown of their ₹1.66 lakh monthly expenses for a family of three has gone viral, sparking debate on the c...
07 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Petrol, Diesel Price Today: Has India seen another hike on June 4? Check fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Gurgaon, Chennai and other citiesPetrol, Diesel Price Today: Fuel prices held steady across India on June 4, offering consumers a brief respite. However, rising global crud...
04 Jun, 2026, 07.26 AM IST
Bengaluru techie earns Rs 1.7 lakh a month but still wants to sublet a room in his new home: 'Part of me feels trapped'A Bengaluru tech professional is experiencing significant financial stress after purchasing his first home. Despite a good salary, the home...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
Bengaluru founder spots a clever Rs 40 fruit-selling trick at a Tamil Nadu railway station. The psychology behind it is fascinatingA simple fruit cup sold for Rs 40 at a Trichy railway station revealed a powerful business lesson. A Bengaluru founder noticed how a tall g...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.08 AM IST
Banks are cutting credit card perks quietly; Learn how to get more value from your walletMany banks have recently reduced credit card rewards, cashback limits, and perks, prompting cardholders to reassess their spending strategi...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Bars, cafes step up to the crease with offers on IPL final nightDespite rising costs, restaurants and bars saw a surge in business during the IPL final. Bengaluru outlets reported full bookings, with som...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
India’s desi gaming startups tap culture and storytelling to break China’s grip on toy and board game marketIn the vibrant world of play, Indian board games and toys are experiencing a renaissance. Consumers are leaning towards locally inspired op...
24 May, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
'Cheese or masala?': Bengaluru street vendor’s simple sales trick impresses ex-Oracle bossA Bengaluru chaat vendor's clever questioning, offering only upgraded options like "Cheese pav bhaji or masala pav bhaji?", subtly influenc...
20 May, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Petrol, diesel’s second price hike in 5 days leaves common man concerned about price burdenPetrol and diesel increased by approximately 90 paise per litre across India. Citizens expressed widespread disappointment, highlighting th...
19 May, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
It’s a summer of discontent for delivery riders as incentives dipCompanies have limited payout increases to select high-demand micro-markets instead of implementing broad-based hikes this year. The pressu...
19 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Quit metro life for a smaller city? Here’s the real money math Indians must check before movingMany are trading metro life for tier 2 cities, seeking better quality of life, cleaner environments, and reduced stress. While income may f...
18 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Bengaluru techie after quitting Rs 2.5 lakhs per month corporate job, now does odd jobs and travels: ‘Income has dropped but life is meaningful’Apeksha Jain traded a Rs 2.5 lakh monthly salary for a life of travel and simple work. After years in corporate roles, she found fulfillmen...
15 May, 2026, 09.37 AM IST