Said the Gramophone - image by Danny Zabbal

With some of the cheapest data rates in the world, the "Bharat" (rural India) is now as connected as "India" (urban India).

If you were to close your eyes and picture "India," what do you see? Perhaps it’s the marble serenity of the Taj Mahal, the chaotic charm of a Mumbai local train, or the rhythmic ghungroo bells of a Kathak dancer. While these images are valid, they are merely the first page of a very thick, complex, and colorful novel.

In this post, we aren't just going to look at India; we are going to feel it. From the morning ritual of a chai wallah to the digital hustle of a Bangalore coder, here is an exploration of authentic Indian culture and lifestyle. The Indian lifestyle is largely dictated by the rising and setting of the sun, mixed with the demands of modernity. A typical day for most Indians begins early.