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Straightforward advice for buying online in India: how to spot a real deal, when the big sales happen, and how to make sure what arrives is genuine.
Guide · 5 min read
How to tell if a sale price is really a deal
Six quick checks that separate genuine discounts from inflated MRPs and sale-day tricks.
Guide · 4 min read
India’s online sale calendar: when to buy what
The big Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra and Nykaa sales through the year, and what each is best for.
Guide · 5 min read
Buying a phone online: a 10-point checklist
Everything to check before and after you order a smartphone online in India.
Guide · 6 min read
Bank offers, coupons and cashback, explained
How instant discounts, no-cost EMI, coupons and cashback really work, and how to stack them.
Guide · 4 min read
Buying beauty products online without getting fakes
How to buy skincare, makeup and fragrance online in India and make sure it’s genuine.
Guide · 4 min read
Buying shoes online: how to get the size right
Measure your feet, read size charts properly and avoid the return queue.