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USA vs India birthdays: American mum living in India shocked by who pays the bill

An American mother of four living in India faced a cultural surprise on her birthday. She learned that in India, the birthday person pays for friends when celebrating. This contrasts with American traditions where friends treat the birthday individual. The experience left her questioning this deeply rooted Indian custom and its impact on the joy of birthdays.

5 Feb 2026 6:04 pm