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Why Gen Z Is Ditching Cafes For Graveyards On Romantic Dates
- Wednesday April 15, 2026
- Feature | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Gen Z is increasingly choosing graveyards over cafes for dates, seeking privacy, deeper conversations and meaningful connections, though the trend has sparked both curiosity and criticism.
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www.ndtv.com
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What Is Tolyamory? A New Dating Term That Redefines Cheating In A Relationship
- Friday March 27, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
In tolyamory, disrespect, disloyalty, and dishonesty are louder than love and trust, which are the very fabric of any relationship
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is Delulu Dating, The Viral Relationship Trend Taking Over The Internet
- Tuesday March 17, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Delulu dating is a relationship mindset where people choose optimism and fantasy over caution, believing things will work out romantically despite obvious red flags
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is Alpine Divorce, A Dark Dating Trend Of Abandoning Partners Mid-Adventure
- Saturday February 28, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Alpine divorce is derived from isolated alpine regions, known for their dangerous terrain and harsh weather conditions
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is Ghostlighting, A Toxic Dating Trend Blending Ghosting And Gaslighting
- Saturday February 28, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by NDTV Lifestyle Desk
Ghostlighting makes the victim doubt themselves, their actions, words, and behaviours, believing they somehow caused their partner's vanishing act
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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The Rise Of 'Hunter-Style Lovers' In China's Dating Scene. Here's What It Means
- Monday February 16, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
The hunter-style lovers focus on the thought and effort behind a gift, rather than its monetary value.
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www.ndtv.com
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What Is Relation-Sipping, The Viral Love Language Emerging Ahead of Valentine's Day
- Sunday February 8, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Gen Z is redefining love in small and meaningful gestures rather than grand and performative moments
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is 6-7 Dating? The Gen Z Trend Prioritising Safety, Peace, And Stability
- Friday February 6, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
The 6-7 dating trend promotes a comfortable, peaceful relationship instead of chasing a fantasy novel romance
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is Hot-Take Dating, The 2026 Trend That Can Make Or Break Relationships
- Friday January 23, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
At least 41% of singles have reported that they don't want to date a person with opposite political views
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is A Sunset Clause, The Newest Dating Term In Indian Relationships
- Tuesday January 20, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
A sunset clause sets an automatic expiry date on a relationship unless two people decide to commit to each other
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is The Viral Bird Theory, A New Relationship Test That Is Taking Over The Dating World
- Friday November 7, 2025
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
The bird theory is a TikTok trend and helps you test whether your partner is attentive or not
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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39% Of Single Indians See Marriage As Optional, Not A Milestone: Survey
- Friday October 31, 2025
- Lifestyle | Written by NDTV Lifestyle Desk
A recent survey shows more than 39% of daters above 28 from metros and suburbs are of the opinion that marriage is no longer a life milestone; it is optional
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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Why Gen Z Is Ditching Cafes For Graveyards On Romantic Dates
- Wednesday April 15, 2026
- Feature | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
Gen Z is increasingly choosing graveyards over cafes for dates, seeking privacy, deeper conversations and meaningful connections, though the trend has sparked both curiosity and criticism.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
What Is Tolyamory? A New Dating Term That Redefines Cheating In A Relationship
- Friday March 27, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
In tolyamory, disrespect, disloyalty, and dishonesty are louder than love and trust, which are the very fabric of any relationship
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is Delulu Dating, The Viral Relationship Trend Taking Over The Internet
- Tuesday March 17, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Delulu dating is a relationship mindset where people choose optimism and fantasy over caution, believing things will work out romantically despite obvious red flags
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
What Is Alpine Divorce, A Dark Dating Trend Of Abandoning Partners Mid-Adventure
- Saturday February 28, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Alpine divorce is derived from isolated alpine regions, known for their dangerous terrain and harsh weather conditions
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
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What Is Ghostlighting, A Toxic Dating Trend Blending Ghosting And Gaslighting
- Saturday February 28, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by NDTV Lifestyle Desk
Ghostlighting makes the victim doubt themselves, their actions, words, and behaviours, believing they somehow caused their partner's vanishing act
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
The Rise Of 'Hunter-Style Lovers' In China's Dating Scene. Here's What It Means
- Monday February 16, 2026
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
The hunter-style lovers focus on the thought and effort behind a gift, rather than its monetary value.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
What Is Relation-Sipping, The Viral Love Language Emerging Ahead of Valentine's Day
- Sunday February 8, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
Gen Z is redefining love in small and meaningful gestures rather than grand and performative moments
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
What Is 6-7 Dating? The Gen Z Trend Prioritising Safety, Peace, And Stability
- Friday February 6, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
The 6-7 dating trend promotes a comfortable, peaceful relationship instead of chasing a fantasy novel romance
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
What Is Hot-Take Dating, The 2026 Trend That Can Make Or Break Relationships
- Friday January 23, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
At least 41% of singles have reported that they don't want to date a person with opposite political views
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
What Is A Sunset Clause, The Newest Dating Term In Indian Relationships
- Tuesday January 20, 2026
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
A sunset clause sets an automatic expiry date on a relationship unless two people decide to commit to each other
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
What Is The Viral Bird Theory, A New Relationship Test That Is Taking Over The Dating World
- Friday November 7, 2025
- Lifestyle | Written by Krati Purwar
The bird theory is a TikTok trend and helps you test whether your partner is attentive or not
-
www.ndtv.com/lifestyle
-
39% Of Single Indians See Marriage As Optional, Not A Milestone: Survey
- Friday October 31, 2025
- Lifestyle | Written by NDTV Lifestyle Desk
A recent survey shows more than 39% of daters above 28 from metros and suburbs are of the opinion that marriage is no longer a life milestone; it is optional
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www.ndtv.com/lifestyle