Indians lose up to Rs 28,000 crore per year to dark patterns; Nykaa, BigBasket among worst offenders

Most Indians can spot a dark pattern when they see one. Yet, 85% still fall for them, resulting in online marketplaces ...

‘Dark patterns’ cost Indians up to ₹28,000 cr a year

Dark patterns used by online platforms are costing Indian consumers an estimated ₹25,000-28,000 crore every year, according to a report by Datum Intelligence. T ...
The New York Times

For an Indian Textiles Designer, It Takes Many Villages

Brinda Dudhat, the founder of Morii Design in India, creates modern motifs supported by age-old techniques. By Sarah Archer This article is part of our Design special section about the reverence for ...
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India Design 2026 was the culmination of innovation and Indian craftsmanship

India Design 2026 returned this year with an energy that felt noticeably different. More than just a display of beautiful objects, the exhibition unfolded as a thoughtful exploration of how ...
Campaign Asia

98% of top Indian apps use deceptive patterns: ASCI report

A recent study by the Advertising Standards Council Of India (ASCI) Academy, in collaboration with design firm Parallel HQ, uncovered the extensive use of deceptive or dark patterns in popular Indian ...