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In a year marked by unprecedented achievements and cultural milestones, India's top Google searches for 2023 reflect a diverse range of interests that captivated the nation interest. From historic space missions to the vibrant world of cricket, the search trends offer a comprehensive snapshot of the topics that resonated with Indians throughout the year. As we bid farewell to 2023, let's delve into the top searches that Indians made this year on Google.
While the historic success of ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission grabbed headlines around the world, it also became the most searched word by Indians this year on Google. Chandrayaan-3 made a touchdown on August 23, making India the first country to land on the Moon's South Pole.
Indians searched for both major local and global developments in 2023, looking for updates on the Karnataka elections results, Israel-Hamas war, and even the earthquake in Turkey.
In the spirit of self-care, top 'How To' searches centred around preventing sun damage and hair care with home remedies. Queries extended to finding nearby fitness centres, beauty parlours, and dermatologists.
Cricket continued to reign supreme, with searches about the Cricket World Cup and India vs Australia matches reaching unprecedented levels. Globally, the Indian Cricket Team emerged as the top trending cricket team.
A step forward towards diversity in sports was evident in 2023, with the inaugural Women's Premier League and the Women's Cricket World Cup gaining significant attention. Searches extended beyond cricket, exploring how to master Kabaddi and become a chess grandmaster.
Indian films and actors achieved global recognition, with Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan" securing top trending status globally. Actor Kiara Advani led both the trending People list in India and the top trending global actors list.
Local OTT content dominated trending shows, with titles like "Farzi," "Asur," and "Rana Naidu" leading the pack. Memes, such as the 'Bhupendra Jogi' and 'So Beautiful So Elegant,' became internet sensations, shaping digital pop culture.
Travel queries reflected a preference for Southeast Asian destinations, with Vietnam, Indonesia (Bali), and Thailand securing top spots. Locally, interest in travel destinations like Goa, Kashmir, Coorg, and Andaman and Nicobar islands was evident.
Indian culinary traditions took centrestage in recipe trends, with searches for Mango pickle, Panchamrit, Karanji, Thiruvathirau Kali, Ugadi Pachadi, Kolukattai, and Rava Ladoo showcasing the nation's love for regional delicacies.