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NDTV
3 days ago
- General
- NDTV
Indian Woman Living In Canada Says She Doesn't Want To Return: "We Love Our Life Here"
A 29-year-old Indian woman living in Canada shared her dilemma on Reddit, asking if she's a bad person for not wanting to return to India. In the post, the woman mentioned that she's married to an Indian man, and they're both financially stable in Canada. Initially, they planned to stay temporarily, but now they're uncertain about renewing their Permanent Resident (PR) status or pursuing citizenship as it nears expiration. The woman added that her plans have changed over time, and she and her husband have grown to love their life in Canada. Although their parents visit them annually, they're concerned about the potential challenges their parents may face in visiting them in the future. The couple is also apprehensive about returning to India due to concerns about safety and the desire for a peaceful life. This has led them to question whether their decision to stay in Canada is selfish. "We both initially decided to stay in Canada for only a few years but now we are at a place where our PR is going to expire, so we either have to get citizenship or renew PR and we are very contemplated. We love our life here, and our parents visit us once a year but we are worried they won't be able to in a few years. Reading about things happening in India is scaring us about returning, we want a peaceful life and don't know if it would be possible back home. Are we bad people if we decide to stay in Canada?" she asked. See the post here: by u/gfffgvhjjnki in AskIndia The post resonated with Reddit users, who offered words of encouragement. One user reassured her that it's perfectly fine to choose a place where she feels safe, happy, and at peace, emphasising that she's not a bad person for making that choice. Another user suggested she pursue Canadian citizenship and highlighted the benefits of holding a Canadian passport, which is one of the strongest in the world. A third user said, "Stay in Canada. Even high salaries in Tier 1 cities (INR 50 lakh+) cannot match the WLB of a foreign country and are unlikely to do so. Unless you are in a position of somehow getting Canadian Salaries in India, don't come back. Get your parents there too - that is the part to solve." A fourth wrote, "I work in FAANG, my colleagues are the ones who make 70+ in India, but their work-life balance is always accommodate meetings in US timezones and we never log in early or late." A fifth said, "India is not easy, taxes and surcharges have become very high with little to nothing to show by way of infrastructure improvements. Things are a challenge here. And you are still young. My sincere request is that you get your citizenship done. Having a Canadian passport is quite a thing."
NDTV
4 days ago
- General
- NDTV
Indian Man Living In US Shares Dating App Struggles: "Considered Undesirable In The West"
An Indian man's candid Reddit post about his struggles with dating in the US has resonated with many users. In his post, the user shared his frustrating experiences with dating apps and feeling invisible. He described dating as a "nightmare" and sought insight into the challenges faced by Indian men in Western dating scenes. In his post, he revealed that he rarely gets likes on dating apps despite using them for months. He cited an OKCupid study that stated Indian women in the West are least likely to respond to messages from Indian men, reflecting a broader trend of Indian men being at the bottom of the dating hierarchy. "I'm an Indian living in the US, and dating has been a nightmare. I rarely get any likes on dating apps, even after months. Dating apps have us at the bottom of the totem pole, and an OKCupid study stated Indian women in the West are least likely to reply to a message from an Indian man. Why is this the case?" he wrote on Reddit. See the post here: by u/RealityWilling5024 in AskIndia The post generated a range of responses, with some users sharing similar frustrations and others offering different perspectives or insights. One user attributed the issue to stereotypes perpetuated by mainstream media, pointing to modern Hollywood movies as an example. Another Indian-American man highlighted how some Indian men's crude social media comments toward women, particularly on revealing posts, foster negative stereotypes, unfairly affecting all Indian men. He explained, "I'm an Indian guy (born and raised in the US). Indian men on social media (Instagram, TikTok, etc) all come off as thirsty and rude to girls. They post comments asking them horny things, and it's always the same type of person who is posting this kind of stuff. So naturally, girls start to think of Indian men in a negative way. Even though not all Indian men are like that. For example, just search for any white girl who posted a bikini pic or is wearing something slightly revealing. You will see so many Indian men commenting on it with weird and creepy comments. This puts the rest of the Indian men in a bad light." A third said, "First of all, dating apps are not the best places to get dates. It's harder to stand out in a dating app." A fourth added, "A lot of Indian men do have a bad reputation regarding bad behavior (especially towards women), not taking care of themselves and poor hygiene practices so naturally women may be turned off from this."
Economic Times
03-05-2025
- Health
- Economic Times
Redditor asks, ‘why don't Indians floss their teeth'; falls into a rabbit hole of oral health marketing, Ayurveda, and cultural clashes
Not Just About Clean Teeth — It's About Marketing iStock For generations, brushing twice a day was the gold standard, and that too only in urban households. Ayurveda's Ancient Tools vs. Modern Western Habits You Might Also Like: Are you clinging to your toothbrush? Dentist Reveals the ideal time limit for a healthy smile The High Cost of Clean Gums iStock Accessibility and affordability remain significant barriers for flossing habit in India. A Change in the Air You Might Also Like: Not brushing before bed? Harvard doctor warns of 3 terrifying heart risks It all started with a seemingly innocent question posted on r/AskIndia: 'Why is flossing your teeth not common in India?' The poster added that they often see Americans promote flossing as an essential part of nighttime oral hygiene, but rarely, if ever, encounter an Indian who does the same. The question, surprisingly, struck a nerve — what began as a health query turned into a cultural deep-dive, complete with historical context, economic critique, and even a dash of emerged from the flood of responses was not just the answer to one Redditor's curiosity, but a reflection of how deeply our habits are shaped by culture and commerce — and how that could be user cut to the chase: 'Marketing,' they wrote. 'Even in the West, flossing only became a thing after the 1980s.' They weren't wrong. Flossing, much like other modern hygiene practices, gained traction in the U.S. not necessarily because people had sudden dental epiphanies, but because associations and corporations pushed for India, on the other hand, dental care never received that kind of promotional push. For generations, brushing twice a day was the gold standard, and that too only in urban households. There were no commercials telling you to slide string between your teeth, nor any syllabus mentioning it in schoolbooks. One commenter summed it up succinctly: 'If it weren't for my chachu, I wouldn't even know what flossing is.'Interestingly, while flossing hasn't taken root, Indians have long embraced another oral hygiene practice — tongue scraping . It's a habit steeped in Ayurvedic tradition and now slowly being 'discovered' by wellness influencers in the West. Ironically, the very people puzzled by our lack of flossing are now adopting our ancient tools for holistic oral care.A user highlighted how bizarre this cultural crossover can be, saying that some in the West have hesitated to use tongue scrapers due to homophobic misconceptions or gag reflex fears. Still, thanks to digital marketing and influencer advocacy, tongue cleaning is having a moment for those who know about flossing, the practicality of the habit is another hurdle. The cost of dental floss in India has reportedly surged — once priced around ₹60, it can now cost ₹200 or more. One user wrote that they eventually switched to a water flosser because, while expensive upfront, it offered long-term ease and freshness that traditional floss couldn't and affordability remain significant barriers. Unlike the U.S., where dental hygiene is heavily commercialized and linked to insurance systems, India doesn't incentivize routine dental care — financially or socially. As one Redditor cynically observed, in the U.S., sparkling white teeth can be the difference between job offers and judgment, making flossing part of a broader system of cosmetic pressure and insurance flossing may not be an Indian norm, times are changing. With the rise of wellness influencers, dental aesthetics are slowly creeping into mainstream conversations — just like skincare did a few years ago. Younger Indians, exposed to global content and equipped with disposable income, are beginning to view flossing not as an American quirk, but as a self-care or not flossing becomes a staple in Indian households, the Reddit discussion reveals a larger truth: oral hygiene, like most habits, is less about science and more about social influence. And in a globalized world where one viral video can introduce a country to tongue scrapers or jade rollers, the humble dental floss may yet find its place — wedged snugly between India's canines and bicuspids.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Redditor asks, ‘why don't Indians floss their teeth'; falls into a rabbit hole of oral health marketing, Ayurveda, and cultural clashes
It all started with a seemingly innocent question posted on r/AskIndia: 'Why is flossing your teeth not common in India?' The poster added that they often see Americans promote flossing as an essential part of nighttime oral hygiene, but rarely, if ever, encounter an Indian who does the same. The question, surprisingly, struck a nerve — what began as a health query turned into a cultural deep-dive, complete with historical context, economic critique, and even a dash of Ayurveda. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India strikes hard! New Delhi bans all imports from Pakistan How Pakistan is preparing for the worst as India weighs response If India attacks Pakistan, China & B'desh should seize 7 NE states, says Yunus' aide What emerged from the flood of responses was not just the answer to one Redditor's curiosity, but a reflection of how deeply our habits are shaped by culture and commerce — and how that could be shifting. Not Just About Clean Teeth — It's About Marketing One user cut to the chase: 'Marketing,' they wrote. 'Even in the West, flossing only became a thing after the 1980s.' They weren't wrong. Flossing, much like other modern hygiene practices, gained traction in the U.S. not necessarily because people had sudden dental epiphanies, but because associations and corporations pushed for it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Remember Charlie Sheen's Ex-Wife? You Won't Believe What She Looks Like Now! Click Here In India, on the other hand, dental care never received that kind of promotional push. For generations, brushing twice a day was the gold standard, and that too only in urban households. There were no commercials telling you to slide string between your teeth, nor any syllabus mentioning it in schoolbooks. One commenter summed it up succinctly: 'If it weren't for my chachu, I wouldn't even know what flossing is.' iStock For generations, brushing twice a day was the gold standard, and that too only in urban households. Ayurveda's Ancient Tools vs. Modern Western Habits Interestingly, while flossing hasn't taken root, Indians have long embraced another oral hygiene practice — tongue scraping . It's a habit steeped in Ayurvedic tradition and now slowly being 'discovered' by wellness influencers in the West. Ironically, the very people puzzled by our lack of flossing are now adopting our ancient tools for holistic oral care. You Might Also Like: Are you clinging to your toothbrush? Dentist Reveals the ideal time limit for a healthy smile A user highlighted how bizarre this cultural crossover can be, saying that some in the West have hesitated to use tongue scrapers due to homophobic misconceptions or gag reflex fears. Still, thanks to digital marketing and influencer advocacy, tongue cleaning is having a moment abroad. The High Cost of Clean Gums Even for those who know about flossing, the practicality of the habit is another hurdle. The cost of dental floss in India has reportedly surged — once priced around ₹60, it can now cost ₹200 or more. One user wrote that they eventually switched to a water flosser because, while expensive upfront, it offered long-term ease and freshness that traditional floss couldn't match. Accessibility and affordability remain significant barriers. Unlike the U.S., where dental hygiene is heavily commercialized and linked to insurance systems, India doesn't incentivize routine dental care — financially or socially. As one Redditor cynically observed, in the U.S., sparkling white teeth can be the difference between job offers and judgment, making flossing part of a broader system of cosmetic pressure and insurance dynamics. iStock Accessibility and affordability remain significant barriers for flossing habit in India. A Change in the Air While flossing may not be an Indian norm, times are changing. With the rise of wellness influencers, dental aesthetics are slowly creeping into mainstream conversations — just like skincare did a few years ago. Younger Indians, exposed to global content and equipped with disposable income, are beginning to view flossing not as an American quirk, but as a self-care practice. You Might Also Like: Not brushing before bed? Harvard doctor warns of 3 terrifying heart risks Whether or not flossing becomes a staple in Indian households, the Reddit discussion reveals a larger truth: oral hygiene, like most habits, is less about science and more about social influence. And in a globalized world where one viral video can introduce a country to tongue scrapers or jade rollers, the humble dental floss may yet find its place — wedged snugly between India's canines and bicuspids.
