India, April 1 -- Let's get real about summer. You know that thick, humid heat that turns your apartment into a sauna? The kind where just existing feels like a workout? Yeah, we're trying to dodge that bullet. And if you're smart, you're looking at 3-star ACs. Because let's face it, blasting Arctic air 24/7 is a surefire way to watch your electricity meter spin like a roulette wheel. We need cool, but we need it to be sensible.

We've dug around, past the marketing fluff, and found ten solid options. Think Voltas, Daikin - the names you know. But also, the quiet heroes like Carrier, or LG and Godrej throwing in some surprisingly cool tech. It's not just about blasting cold air, right? It's about finding that sweet spot, the one where you...