India

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A tranquil Indian ashram with Western tourists practicing yoga, juxtaposed with local villagers observing, highlighting the tension between global wellness tourism and local accessibility.
Wellness

India's Traditional Wellness Boom Faces Erosion

In Rishikesh, a 70-year-old guru once taught mindful breathing for free.

Chloe Bennett·July 2, 2026
Diverse Bollywood actresses practicing yoga in a sunlit studio, embodying health, wellness, and inner strength.
Wellness

Bollywood Actresses Embrace Yoga for Health and Wellness

Shilpa Shetty, a prominent Bollywood actress, regularly shares videos of herself mastering complex yoga poses like Vrschikasana, inspiring millions of followers to embrace holistic health.

Chloe Bennett·June 21, 2026
A young Indian farmer proudly overseeing a traditional wood-pressed oil operation, symbolizing the successful resurgence of heritage cuisine.
Food

Heritage Cuisine's Resurgence Challenges Industrial Food Trends

A 30-year-old farmer in Batala, India, transformed a traditional wood-pressed oil operation into a food processing enterprise with an annual turnover exceeding Rs 2.

Isabella Cortez·April 26, 2026
Diverse individuals from BRICS nations collaborating to address rising anxiety disorders and promote global mental wellness.
Healthy Living

India BRICS tackle rising anxiety disorders impacting global wellness

From 1992 to 2021, India experienced a staggering 113.

Chloe Bennett·April 16, 2026
A person in India calmly listening to wellness music through headphones, symbolizing the shift to functional audio for well-being, focus, and sleep.
Trends

The Wellness Music Shift: How Functional Audio is Reshaping India's Market

India's audio landscape is undergoing a profound shift, moving from entertainment to functional listening for well-being. This burgeoning market, validated by global players like Insight Timer, is reshaping how millions use sound for sleep, focus, and calm.

Lauren Fisk·April 7, 2026
A stylish, modern cocktail bar in an Indian Tier-2 city, with a skilled bartender preparing a vibrant drink for diverse patrons, showcasing the expanding luxury beverage scene.
Drinks

India's Cocktail Scene Expands Beyond Major Cities, Competitions Show

India's cocktail scene is rapidly expanding beyond major metros, with new talent and high-end venues emerging in Tier-2 cities. This shift is driven by evolving consumer tastes and a demand for immersive experiences.

Daniel Moretti·March 30, 2026