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India's PM Surya Ghar scheme has successfully installed rooftop solar panels on over 50 lakh (5 million) homes, significantly accelerating the nation's clean energy transition and providing zero electricity bills to nearly 19 lakh households.
Indian households are reportedly selling off gold as prices adjust, leading to a spike in recycling volumes.
A new study indicates that 10% of Indian households could improve their economic status simply by ceasing tobacco consumption, highlighting the significant financial burden of tobacco use.
Fugitive diamond dealer Nirav Modi says he is at risk of torture by Indian security agencies if he is extradited from the UK. Meanwhile, the LPG crisis continues to affect Indian households. DW has more.
Raja Singh, the founder of Texla and a partition survivor known for bringing TV and radio sets to Indian households, has passed away.
Indian households are increasingly spending more on experiences and lifestyle choices, with average monthly spending rising in both rural and urban areas and food now constituting a smaller portion of household expenditure.
A new study by researchers from Lancaster University and IIT Kanpur indicates that COVID-19 forced vulnerable Indian households into difficult choices.
Indian households are estimated to possess between $2.4 trillion and $10 trillion worth of gold, an amount that surpasses the reserves of the world's ten largest central banks. This vast private gold holding highlights a significant economic and cultural phenomenon in India.
The uptake of induction stoves remains sluggish in low-income Indian households, with only 5% of kitchens having electric penetration, indicating challenges in transitioning to modern cooking methods.
Indian households are reportedly rushing to sell their old gold jewellery following a crash in gold prices, a trend occurring as India remains heavily reliant on imported gold.
Indian opposition leaders are criticizing Prime Minister Modi over recent fuel price hikes and issues affecting the youth, including paper leaks in examinations. They argue that the government is not adequately addressing the economic burdens on citizens and the concerns of young people.
Global conflicts, from the Middle East to Ukraine, are directly impacting Indian households. Expect higher grocery bills due to rising LPG, cooking oil, and pulse prices.
Despite escalating tensions in West Asia, a steady stream of Indian workers are applying for visas to Gulf countries, driven by economic necessity. Many applicants acknowledge the conflict but prioritize financial stability for their families, believing the risks are manageable compared to unemployment at home. Remittances from abroad remain a crucial lifeline for numerous Indian households.