Earning Rs 1 Lakh But Still Broke? How ‘Lifestyle Inflation’ Eats Up Your Salary
Last Updated:August 09, 2025, 14:47 is Ten years ago, Rs 1 lakh had the value of about Rs 2 lakh today. Rising costs and inflation, often outpacing 6–8% annual salary hikes, have sharply reduced purchasing power Fear of job loss or medical emergencies looms large, especially without an emergency fund or health insurance. (Representative/Shutterstock) Earning…