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India's inflation rate has reached a historic low of 1.33% in December 2025 , marking the last print of the 2012-base consumer price index (CPI) series. This milestone comes just before the launch of the new 2024-base CPI series by the Ministry of Statistics in January 2026. The change in the base year for the CPI reflects updated consumption patterns shaped by the post-pandemic economy. This shift will affect how economists, policy analysts, investors, and wage negotiators track inflation...

India's startup scene has reached remarkable heights with 125 unicorns in India (Tracxn January 2026 data) boasting a combined valuation of $389 billion . This impressive growth reflects the country's rising influence in the global innovation landscape. Yet, one city dominates this success story: Bengaluru. Home to 51 unicorns (41% of total!) , Bengaluru's startup concentration raises questions about the risks tied to such geographic clustering. This post explores the current state of...

Earning ₹1 lakh a month might seem like a comfortable income for many, but when your friends are significantly wealthier, it can feel like you can't afford social life at all. This gap creates a unique kind of loneliness, often called the "loneliness tax," where financial differences strain friendships and lead to isolation. For young professionals in expensive cities, this experience is all too common. They find themselves broke but friends aren't , facing the challenge of keeping up...