Top Trending Searches of 2025: What India and the World Looked For

Every December, Google’s Year in Search becomes more than just a list — it’s a reflection of our lives. What we search for reveals what we care about, what excites us, and what we dream of. In 2025, the trends were diverse: cricket, artificial intelligence, food, travel, books, and global affairs. Let’s dive into the highlights.

Google Year in Search 2025: India’s Top Picks

Infographic showing top trending searches of 2025 including IPL cricket, Gemini AI, food recipes, Japan winter travel, bestselling books, and G20 Summit.”

 

India’s searches were dominated by two passions: IPL and Gemini AI.

  • IPL 2025 proved once again that cricket is not just a sport but an emotion. Fans searched for match schedules, scores, and highlights, keeping the league at the top of the charts.

  • Gemini AI, Google’s advanced artificial intelligence, became the second big obsession. Indians are now as eager for AI updates as they are for cricket scores, showing how technology has become part of everyday life.

Food Trends 2025: Recipes That Went Viral

Illustration of trending recipes in 2025: Marry Me Chicken in a skillet, Hot Honey dripping from a dipper, and Chia Pudding topped with fruits.

 

Globally, food searches told a story of comfort and creativity.

  • Marry Me Chicken became a symbol of love and indulgence.

  • Hot Honey Recipes added spice and sweetness to kitchens everywhere.

  • Chia Pudding reflected the growing demand for healthy, homemade options.

Food searches remind us that cooking is about more than taste — it’s about emotions, family, and joy.

Winter Travel Dreams: Indians Choose Japan

Stack of bestselling books symbolizing 2025’s most searched authors Rebecca Yarros and Colleen Hoover, representing global reading trends.

 

When it came to travel, Japan was the top winter destination for Indians. Snow-covered streets, dazzling lights, and cultural festivals made Japan feel like a living postcard. For many, visiting Japan wasn’t just about tourism — it was about experiencing a dream.

Reading Culture: Authors Who Captured Hearts

Books continued to be a refuge in 2025. Two names stood out:

  • Rebecca Yarros

  • Colleen Hoover

Their novels touched millions, proving that readers don’t just look for entertainment — they look for words that stay with them long after the last page.

Globe illustration representing the G20 Summit 2025 in Johannesburg, highlighting themes of solidarity, equality, and sustainability.

Global Affairs: G20 Summit in Johannesburg 

On the world stage, the G20 Summit 2025 in South Africa carried the theme: Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability. Leaders discussed cooperation, trade, and progress, reminding us that true growth happens when nations move forward together.

Final Thoughts

From cricket stadiums to AI labs, from kitchens to snowy streets, from novels to global summits — 2025’s searches showed us who we are. We are fans, dreamers, food lovers, readers, and global citizens.

What did you search for the most in 2025?

 

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