KYC: Bank Ko Mujh Par Bharosa Nahi Hai Kya?
One afternoon, my mother’s phone rang. The caller said: “Madam, your KYC needs to be updated.” She disconnected the call […]
Kitchenomics
Kitchenomics
Kitchenomics is a series that explains economic ideas through everyday conversations at home.
From GDP and inflation to currency movements and interest rates, complex economic concepts are translated into simple stories using familiar references from the kitchen table, daily life, and sometimes even cricket.
The idea is simple: economics should not live only in policy papers and financial headlines. Its real impact is felt in grocery bills, fuel prices, and household decisions.
Through light, relatable storytelling, Kitchenomics aims to make economics understandable for everyone — from students and professionals to parents who simply want to know why onions or petrol are getting expensive.
Balance Sheet: Kitchen Ka Hisaab
One evening, I walked into the kitchen with a notebook. Me: “Aai, aaj tumhare kitchen ki bhi balance sheet banani
Compounding: Dheere Dheere… Par Powerful
Kitchenomics #8 – Policy & Plate One evening, I was on a call, using the word “compounding” again and again. From the
Credit Cards: Loyalty, Rewards… ya Habit? 💳
Kitchenomics # 7 – Policy & Plate Aai: “Yeh credit card toh loan jaisa hota hai na?” I nodded. “Sort of…
GDP or ‘Ghar ki Daal & Paratha’? The Ultimate Morning Viva
When the The Economic Times meets Maharashtra Times !! Morning scene: I’m tracking India’s 7.8% Q3 growth in the Economic