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Namrata Kohli

Namrata Kohli

Namrata Kohli

Namrata Kohli is a media professional, author, and cultural advocate who has carved a unique path that goes beyond the traditional realms of journalism, literature, and cultural preservation. She has spent over 25 years as a journalist and has been associated with India's leading media houses. She is a freelance writer for Business Standard's personal finance section, focusing on consumer spending.

Namrata Kohli is a media professional, author, and cultural advocate who has carved a unique path that goes beyond the traditional realms of journalism, literature, and cultural preservation. She has spent over 25 years as a journalist and has been associated with India's leading media houses. She is a freelance writer for Business Standard's personal finance section, focusing on consumer spending.

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Electrifying shift: Hatchbacks to luxury wheels, India's EV moment is here

As EV market matures, Indian consumers now have clear choices across budget, mid-range, and premium segments - and the first Tesla buyer in the country signals that aspiration has joined affordability

Electrifying shift: Hatchbacks to luxury wheels, India's EV moment is here
Updated On : 09 Oct 2025 | 5:29 PM IST

From calories to caring: Festival gifting takes a health-conscious turn

Gone are the days of boring mithai dabbas and dry fruits; gifts are increasingly being curated with an emphasis on wellness that goes with the receiver's personality and lifestyle

From calories to caring: Festival gifting takes a health-conscious turn
Updated On : 02 Oct 2025 | 5:14 PM IST

India's traditional handicrafts forge a festive comeback as Diwali gifts

Increasingly, heritage products from India's regional artisans are making a wave as handpicked festival gifts, especially for people who want their presents to tell a story

India's traditional handicrafts forge a festive comeback as Diwali gifts
Updated On : 25 Sep 2025 | 5:38 PM IST

To the cradle born: Baby shower gifting makes strides across cities

The baby-shower gifts market in India was valued at around Rs 750 crore in 2024 and is expected to double by 2029 with a CAGR of approximately 12-14 per cent

To the cradle born: Baby shower gifting makes strides across cities
Updated On : 18 Sep 2025 | 4:29 PM IST

Wake up and smell the coffee: India takes humble Joe to a new level

For millions of Indians, coffee is no longer just a stimulant - it is fast creating its own space as culture, community, and a marketplace of choices

Wake up and smell the coffee: India takes humble Joe to a new level
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 6:56 PM IST

Sweating it out in luxury and style: Tracking India's rise of elite gyms

Places offer high-tech services and exclusive amenities to transform fitness into a premium social experience

Sweating it out in luxury and style: Tracking India's rise of elite gyms
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 10:44 PM IST

Table for two, please: Pool, billiards tables are redefining home luxury

A pool or billiards table is more than a sporting indulgence - it's a stage for connection, where the click of the cue ball is as much about the game as it is about the company you keep

Table for two, please: Pool, billiards tables are redefining home luxury
Updated On : 21 Aug 2025 | 4:10 PM IST

Luxury meets logistics: Jet-setting in India, privately, is taking off

For those who value time over tedium, India's fastest lane now begins at the runway, transforming travel from a chore into a controlled, efficient, and elevated experience

Luxury meets logistics: Jet-setting in India, privately, is taking off
Updated On : 14 Aug 2025 | 4:21 PM IST

Alfresco Affair: How to spend smart on outdoor furniture

As the weather turns, it's time to look at some outdoorsy furniture to make your fall and winter a more relaxing experience, be it out on the lawn or just the humble balcony

Alfresco Affair: How to spend smart on outdoor furniture
Updated On : 07 Aug 2025 | 3:58 PM IST

Power dressing redux: Premium menswear goes down a different path

From fit to fabric, the modern executive's wardrobe is all about precision, comfort, and quiet confidence

Power dressing redux: Premium menswear goes down a different path
Updated On : 31 Jul 2025 | 4:58 PM IST

Timeless Temptations: What makes luxury watches tick in 2025

In an age when our smartphones have the time all the time, luxury watches offer something a phone never can - a glimpse into your personality and character

Timeless Temptations: What makes luxury watches tick in 2025
Updated On : 24 Jul 2025 | 3:50 PM IST

From cooktops to cutlery: How to pick the right cookware for your kitchen

With dozens of materials, coatings, and claims in the market, choosing cookware has become as complex as cooking itself. Here's a guide to help you buy smart - and safe

From cooktops to cutlery: How to pick the right cookware for your kitchen
Updated On : 17 Jul 2025 | 5:14 PM IST

Rise of the robot cleaners: Are these devices worth the hype and the cost?

While robotic vacuums are no substitute for deep cleaning, they are great for routine maintenance, especially in clutter-free homes and ideal for daily sweeps, light spills, pet hair, & managing dust

Rise of the robot cleaners: Are these devices worth the hype and the cost?
Updated On : 10 Jul 2025 | 4:36 PM IST

Objects of desire: Statement pieces that make your home talk

From monkey butlers to custom wall murals, statement pieces are those few special things that instantly catch the eye and give a space its personality

Objects of desire: Statement pieces that make your home talk
Updated On : 03 Jul 2025 | 4:46 PM IST

One full load at a time, dishwashers are changing how Indian kitchens work

A dishwasher is no longer a luxury - it's a smart investment in convenience, hygiene, sustainability, and quality of life, especially for urban Indian homes

One full load at a time, dishwashers are changing how Indian kitchens work
Updated On : 26 Jun 2025 | 4:15 PM IST

Home Alone: Single professionals revive demand for luxe studio apartments

Supply of these compact living spaces, though, has been falling since the pandemic, with little sign of recovery despite a spate of new launches in urban centres

Home Alone: Single professionals revive demand for luxe studio apartments
Updated On : 19 Jun 2025 | 4:21 PM IST

A good racket: How India is courting Pickleball, 'game of the people'

From gated societies to corporate campuses, the sport is sweeping the country

A good racket: How India is courting Pickleball, 'game of the people'
Updated On : 12 Jun 2025 | 11:30 AM IST

Scents & Sensibilities: The right perfume can be a game-changer for you

From mass-market mists to niche luxury blends, India's perfume market is booming. As spending on fragrances soars, a new olfactory culture is taking shape - a bottle at a time

Scents & Sensibilities: The right perfume can be a game-changer for you
Updated On : 29 May 2025 | 4:50 PM IST

No commute, no excuse: Build a custom gym at home that's just right for you

You don't need a luxury penthouse to get in shape: just the will, a corner, and a solid plan. In 2025, the commute-free gym might just be your biggest fitness flex

No commute, no excuse: Build a custom gym at home that's just right for you
Updated On : 22 May 2025 | 4:41 PM IST

Beyond the bag: How this luxury item is more than just an accessory

India's growing love affair with luxury handbags is not a phase, it's a movement. In boardrooms, at brunches, and across airport lounges, the bag is not just carried, it carries the person holding it

Beyond the bag: How this luxury item is more than just an accessory
Updated On : 15 May 2025 | 3:23 PM IST