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Why India's middle-class spending is taking a hit

India’s economic growth has long relied on domestic consumption, with private final consumption expenditure making up over 60% of GDP. However, recent data suggests a slowdown in spending, particularly among middle-class consumers, who are being more cautious with their purchases.

Gangs steal truckloads of coffee amid supply crunch

Theft of truckloads of green coffee beans is on the rise in the United States, the world’s largest coffee importer. Organized gangs, posing as transportation companies, are stealing shipments worth up to $180,000 per truckload. In the past year alone, dozens of thefts have been reported, a sharp increase from occasional incidents in previous years.

Ancient Magdalena people practiced cannibalism, made jewellery from body parts

Science & Tech Trending | Cannibalism in ancient Europe existed, and human remains found in a Polish cave are proof. The remains were first found in the 19th century.

'23 wins in 24 matches': India emulate West Indies of late 70s and dominant Australia of 2000s with Champions Trophy win

India's run in the last three ICC tournaments is one of the greatest in the history, at par with some of the best teams - West Indies of late 70s and 80s, Australia of 2000s. Cricket Sports

Investors debate if Tesla is still overpriced

Tesla has been on a rollercoaster—soaring to a $1.5 trillion valuation just months ago, only to lose nearly half its value in a rapid stock collapse. Investors who once believed in its unstoppable rise are now questioning whether Tesla is truly worth its sky-high price.

US markets in turmoil over recession risks

Recession fears in the US are reflecting in Wall Street's meltdown since last week, with the selloff extending to Asian markets. Wall Street saw a deep selloff overnight, marking its worst drop since September 2022. The selloff was fueled by investor fears over mounting trade tensions and recession risks. This comes as President Donald Trump refused to rule out an economic downturn.

Superman: James Gunn shares BTS pic of 'The Engineer'

Get a sneak peek into the world of Superman as director James Gunn shares an exclusive behind-the-scenes picture featuring María Gabriela De Faría as The Engineer.

Why did Trump administration arrest pro-Palestine activist Mahmoud Khalil? What we know

WORLD | Khalil was the leader of the Columbia University Apartheid Divest and was in his apartment on Saturday (March 8) when he was arrested.

Nicole Kidman is a 'massive' fan of The White Lotus creator Mike White, open to joining show

Entertainment Hollywood The White Lotus on HBO is a popular franchise. It is currently running with new episodes of season 3. The show features prominent actors every season.

Morning News Brief: US to resume intelligence support to Ukraine; Zelensky meets Saudi crown prince, and more

Stay ahead of the day's events with WION's morning news brief, providing a quick yet comprehensive overview of the most important news from around the world.

What is a kill switch? Can the US switch off Europe’s weapons?

Imagine a scenario where Europe’s skies are patrolled by advanced fighter jets, sleek, powerful, and ready to defend the continent’s sovereignty. Yet, with a single command from the Pentagon, these very aircraft could be rendered inoperative, grounded not by enemy action, but by the decisions of an ally. This unsettling possibility stems from Europe’s heavy reliance on American-made military hardware, particularly the F-35 and F-16 fighter jets.

PM Narendra Modi receives guard of honour in Mauritius

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Mauritius for a two-day state visit, where he was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour upon his arrival. Mauritian PM Navin Ramgoolam was also present to welcome him.

US stock markets crash amid recession fears and trade uncertainty

Business & Economy: The market decline has erased considerable value, with the S&P 500 declining more than 8.6 per cent from its February peak, representing a loss of over $4 trillion in market cap.

'Race for security, not for war': Poland prepares citizens for Russian aggression with survival guides

World News | Poland is issuing survival guides to citizens amid fears of Russian aggression, highlighting the urgent need for crisis preparedness given its proximity to conflict zone.

Centre vs Tamil Nadu's ruling party war of words in Parliament

The ongoing war of words between the ruling BJP and DMK led to disruptions in the Lok Sabha Monday, with Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan forced to withdraw a word from his remarks following protests by Tamil Nadu MPs. Watch this report for more details!

Elon Musk says cyberattack caused 'X' global outages

Tech billionaire Elon Musk said X was hit by a major cyber attack after reports of problems with the social media platform started to do the rounds. Several users in Asia, Europe, and North America said that they could not access the platform. Watch this report to find out more.

Pope Francis' condition improves, doctors claim 'no imminent danger to life'

Pope Francis's health condition is improving, and doctors no longer fear for his life, the Vatican announced Monday, stating the 88-year-old pontiff could be discharged within days. watch this report for more details!

Godzilla x Kong 2 full plot details leaks online

Leaked plot details for Godzilla x Kong 2, the next chapter in Legendary's Monsterverse, promises epic battles and thrilling surprises for fans.

Thunder vs Nuggets: Jamal, Joker step up as Mile High Basketball beat top-seed OKC

Jokic delivered a dominant 35-point performance as the Denver Nuggets bounced back to topple the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 140-127. NBA Sports