What is the vibe

If you hear the kid next to you go, 'the tea is scalding', don't start looking for a tissue yet! Our Gen Z series, 'What's the Vibe?', answers the big question: what really makes this generation tick?

From things that 'slay' to those that get labelled a 'red flag', we’re decoding Gen Z life in real time -- fun trends, confusing lingo, and everything in between. No cap, no cringe.

Here, you’ll find stories that untangle the complexities of modern love -- how dating apps, Instagram algorithms and social media filters test digital boundaries and emotional wellbeing. We dive into consumption patterns that challenge conventions, from sustainable spending to meme-driven marketplaces and the rise of conscious minimalism.

Follow along to track how Gen Z connects, disconnects, and rewires social norms in spaces both virtual and physical.

WHAT IS THE VIBE NEWS

‘Office frogging’: Why Gen Z employees are hopping jobs faster, and what it means for mental health

January 20, 2026 5:32 pm

A new workplace term, ‘office frogging,’ describes employees who move between roles quickly in search of growth, flexibility, and self-preservation.

No, Honey Singh. As a Gen Z, I reject the idea that we need vulgarity to learn about sex

January 20, 2026 10:54 am

Honey Singh says crude language helps Gen Z understand sexual health. As someone from this generation, I disagree. Experts explain why respect, clarity, and trust work far better than shock value.

‘Did I buy it just to make myself feel better?’: Why Gen Z can't stop spending but also feel guilty about it

January 19, 2026 3:02 pm

From café bills to self-care splurges, many young Indians feel intense guilt after spending money despite earning well. Experts explain how stress, social media, family values, and financial uncertainty fuel this cycle.

‘As a Gen Z, I stopped sharing my life online, and felt free again’

January 08, 2026 9:28 am

Many young Indians are pulling back from social media, not out of disconnection, but to reclaim control, mental peace, and autonomy. From fear of judgement to digital burnout, privacy is emerging as a powerful act of self-preservation.

Small space, big hype: Decoding Gen Z's obsession with micro-dining shacks

January 10, 2026 1:14 pm

With Gen Z redefining celebrations and luxury to value experiences, intimacy and exclusivity, micro restaurants that check all the boxes have a long future ahead.

Why Buddhism is becoming ‘hip’ among South Korea’s Gen Z

December 29, 2025 11:30 am

At the forefront of this trend is 30-year-old CEO Joo Yeo-jin, who is dubbed the “idol of the Buddhist world.”

From ‘no cap’ to ‘sus’: A parents’ guide to decode Gen Z speak

January 01, 2026 11:08 am

One of the most common mistakes parents make is trying to ‘perform’ Gen Z language when teens value authenticity—they want parents who understand their language, not those who imitate it.

‘When we finally met, it felt like home’: Why Gen Z's closest friends are on Discord, Snapchat, and Reddit

December 25, 2025 12:31 pm

How online bonds are becoming emotionally safer, more authentic, and increasingly central to a generation's sense of belonging

‘I’m 28 and terrified. My parents are ageing, and I’m not ready’

December 18, 2025 10:38 am

Across India and beyond, Gen Z is waking up to a reality we thought was still years away: our parents’ health is visibly declining, and we are not there. Not physically. Not financially. Not in the ways that matter.

Sonal Mansingh on teaching the nuances of dance to Gen Z: ‘Their slang and jokes are new to me’

December 17, 2025 9:30 am

‘I feel fortunate to be able to carry on this ancient art form, bringing emotions and ideas to life through movement and music,’ the Padma Vibhushan Awardee said

WHAT IS THE VIBE PHOTOS

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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