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'Chatpata era': How Gen Z 'baddies' reclaimed bindi, bangles, saree from millennial baggage
May 19, 2026 6:03 pm
Moving past the 'behenji' stereotype, Gen Z is unapologetically fusing traditional Indian elements like bindis, sarees, and jhumkas with bold Western silhouettes to define their own 'Chatpata era'.
PM Modi wants you to work from home. Will your bosses let you?
May 15, 2026 7:39 am
Much of the country’s managerial culture still operates within the psychological architecture of an industrial past, where productivity was historically associated with physical visibility, centralised supervision, and tightly controlled workplace hierarchies
Forget situationships: Why Gen Z and Millennials are turning to ‘wildflowering’ to reset their love lives in 2026
May 08, 2026 6:23 pm
'Wildflowering' encourages daters to ditch labels and let connections grow naturally.
The 'ick' factor: Why micro turn-offs are sabotaging modern dating
May 04, 2026 12:00 pm
If an ick reflects values, disrespect, and emotional immaturity, you should pay attention. But if it’s just style, habit, or harmless quirks, maybe grow up a little.
Ever wondered why people ask, 'What’s your 20?' Here is the interesting reason
May 02, 2026 6:04 pm
From police radio codes to everyday texting, “What’s your 20?” has become a popular phrase for asking someone’s location.
For, Gen Z — the most affected by changing nature of work — it's time to reclaim labour politics
May 01, 2026 1:27 pm
May Day cannot remain confined to its industrial past. For Gen Z, it must become a lens through which to understand the present and anticipate the future. The lesson of the Haymarket struggle was not just the demand for an eight-hour workday; it was the principle that workers, when organised, can reshape the conditions of their lives
'We both struggled for three years': Kajol on the 'irrational' phase of parenting Gen Z daughter Nysa Devgan and the one change that saved their bond
April 30, 2026 5:35 pm
Kajol reflects on surviving three years of teenage conflict by choosing listening over constant lecturing.
The ultimate Emily Henry reading list: 5 must-read books for fans of ‘People We Meet on Vacation’
May 14, 2026 4:01 pm
From pragmatic protagonists to heartbreaking chemistry, Ria Jain explores the Henryverse titles making their way to our screens.
Coffee, Diet Coke, and comfort: Inside Gen Z's world of 'emotional support' drinks
April 27, 2026 5:34 pm
Whether it is coffee, matcha, boba, or even a soft drink, it creates a sense of control in moments where emotions may feel unpredictable.
Why the ‘French Sunday’ is 2026’s biggest summer mood
April 25, 2026 6:10 pm
Sounds like a dream, and yet, this is every Indian parents' living nightmare.
GEN Z PHOTOS
Fresh Gen Z dating terms you need to know
May 19, 2026 10:17 am
Master these fresh Gen Z dating terms before your next date
New Gen Z slang you need to know
April 27, 2026 10:24 am
Gen Z slang is unique because it is driven by TikTok algorithms and gaming culture.
The definitive list of books by India’s Gen Z authors you must read
January 19, 2026 3:14 pm
These books offer fresh perspectives from India's Gen Z authors. Let's look at them,
Gen Z Lingo: Top words you might want to know about
November 25, 2025 10:44 am
Here's a list of top six words from the gen z lingo, you absolutely need to know right now.
Fridge Cigarette: Know more about this Gen Z stress ritual
August 29, 2025 10:35 am
Get to know more about what fridge cigarette is and if it is good for your health.
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