Hyderabad, Sept. 21 -- If you grew up in the '90s, you will remember the joy of racing to the neighbourhood kirana shop with a rupee in hand. Rows of colourful jars sat behind the counter, each one filled with treasures. The choice was never easy: should you buy a toffee, a bubble gum, or a frozen cola sachet? That moment, simple yet magical, was what childhood tasted like.

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A Rupee, A Smile

Pocket money went a long way back then. For one or two rupees, you could walk out with enough treats to share with friends. These weren't just snacks; they were part of growing up in Hyderabad. From school breaks to summer afternoons, they carried memo...