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The microloans driving India’s festive shopping—from smartwatches to protein powders

Low-interest consumer loans are fueling India’s festive shopping boom, as Gen Z and young shoppers splurge on everything from luxury gadgets to daily-use goods. This, however, is raising concerns that growing small-ticket debt could see an increase in bad loans.

4 min read17 Oct 2025
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‘Check number plate’: Woman orders camel ride via Uber after getting lost in Dubai desert, netizens react

When two women tourists got lost in Dubai's desert, they used Uber and found a camel ride option. Their surprise was shared in a viral video, sparking skepticism online as users debated the authenticity of the scenario, noting the nearby road and questioning how they could be lost

2 min read23 Oct 2024