Indian Currency Before 1947: The Story of the Rupee From Empire to Independence
The Indian rupee, today the backbone of one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, was initially a humble silver coin exchanged in markets, stamped by local rulers, and molded according to the tide of empire. It is more than just economics; it’s a saga of shifting power, changing borders, and evolving identity. Each regime, […]
Why Indians Still Love Cash – Even in the Age of Unified Payments Interface (UPI)
India stands at a crossroads between two powerful ways of paying. On one side, the country’s digital revolution puts India among the world’s leaders – billions of UPI transactions are completed each month, with payment apps and QR codes everywhere from luxury malls to tiny kirana shops. On the other, cash remains king: trusted, tangible, […]
Why the ₹2 Coin Is Disappearing – and What It Says About How India Spends
The Vanishing Coin in Your Pocket If you’ve noticed the ₹2 coin slipping out of your daily life, you’re not alone. The disappearance of this once-ubiquitous coin is far more than just a quirk of spare change. It’s a symbol of how quickly India’s economy and spending habits are evolving. While the ₹2 coin is […]