Pragati Siddhanti, an expat living in Basel, Switzerland talks about motherhood, travel and building the career while being a desi at heart.
On 14 June 2026, Switzerland went to the polls to decide on a proposal that could have fundamentally changed the country’s approach to population growth, immigration and its relationship with the European Union. The initiative, officially called the “No to a Switzerland with 10 million! (Sustainability Initiative)”, proposed keeping Switzerland’s permanent resident population below 10 million [...]
If you have been trying to find a job in Switzerland lately, you may have started to wonder whether the Swiss job market is actually as difficult as everyone says it is. There are stories of people sending hundreds of applications without getting an interview. There are qualified professionals struggling to get through the first [...]
If there's one thing almost everyone notices after moving to Switzerland, it's how quickly everyday expenses can add up. Whether it's your first grocery shop, your monthly transport pass, or simply grabbing coffee on the go, the cost of living can feel overwhelming at first. I've had countless conversations with newcomers, students, professionals, and families [...]
Over the past 10 years of building My Swiss Story, one question has found its way into almost every conversation I've had. "How do you build a community?" It's a beautiful question, but it assumes there's a formula. There isn't. If there's one thing these ten years have taught me, it's this: building a community [...]
From choosing the wrong transport pass to underestimating mountain weather, these practical tips will help you plan a smoother, smarter, and more memorable Swiss adventure. Switzerland has a way of making every photo look effortless. Crystal-clear lakes, charming villages, snow-capped peaks, scenic train journeys, and picture-perfect streets often give the impression that you can simply [...]