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Gift ideas (Under ₹500)
1Home & Decor
A dependable gift — mild scents are the safer default.
- Before you buy: pick mild scents — vanilla, sandalwood, fresh linen — unless you know their taste; strong florals divide people.
- Not for: someone with asthma, or who's sensitive to fragrance
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2Books & Stationery
Low effort, reads as thoughtful when it fits their interests.
- Before you buy: find out what they've read recently — a book in a genre they already love beats a bestseller they won't open.
- Not for: someone who doesn't read for pleasure
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3Tech & Gadgets
Neat desk gift — check their phone supports it first.
- Before you buy: check their phone supports wireless (Qi) charging — recent iPhones and many flagship Androids do, many budget phones don't.
- Not for: someone whose phone doesn't support wireless charging
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4Books & Stationery
Planners, diaries and personalised journals — dated ones must arrive on time.
- Before you buy: check the start date: a dated planner must arrive before its year (or academic year) begins; undated ones work any time.
- Not for: someone who plans everything on their phone
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5Wellness & Self-care
Diffusers and oils for a calmer room — go gentle on the scent.
- Before you buy: choose a reed diffuser for no-fuss scent, an electric one for someone who likes switching scents.
- Not for: someone with asthma, or who's sensitive to fragrance
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