📈 The growth graph is going up. But jobs?

🎵 Someone called for chatpate gaane? This hits just right.

Good morning!

It's Saturday, and I hope you've managed to find a little time for yourself.

We've got an interesting contradiction in India's job market, a rather questionable food experiment, and an ad that might make you a little emotional.

But first, here's something nice.

For months, 22-year-old Indian singer Darshan Magdum had to perform virtually with his American boy band, Boy Throb, while waiting for his US visa.

After a long visa process and a social media campaign, he finally joined his bandmates on stage in New Jersey, where hundreds of fans showed up.

And yes, all four wore matching pink tracksuits.

Honestly, the matching outfits make the reunion even better.

India's economy has an interesting contradiction right now: businesses are getting busier, but hiring isn't keeping up.

According to a new survey released on Friday, India's private-sector business activity grew at its fastest pace in four months. The survey's growth index rose from 55.9 in September to 56.7 in October, helped by stronger demand, particularly in services.

Yet hiring almost came to a standstill. Service companies kept staffing levels unchanged, while manufacturers added only a few workers.

The findings come from a preliminary survey of businesses, so they don't mean hiring has stopped across India. But they do highlight a gap between stronger business activity and new employment opportunities.

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This ad feels like a warm hug every time I watch it

🥇 Sports: India crossed 100 medals at the Asian Para Games. Sandeep set a world record in the men's 400m T64, while Haney broke another in javelin.

💳 Consumer Rights: After a ₹61,000 credit-card payment went missing, a consumer commission ordered the bank and payment app to refund the money and provide compensation.

🌍 World: Nepal is set to receive $20 million from a UN-backed climate fund after devastating August floods, marking an important step in helping climate-vulnerable countries recover.

🩺 Health & Tech: Microsoft's AI system outperformed generalist doctors on difficult diagnostic cases in a controlled study. The results are promising, but don't establish its effectiveness in everyday clinical care.

🚁 Northeast: Manipur has approved restoring helicopter services to remote and hilly areas, improving access to Imphal for passengers and medical emergencies. Flights haven't resumed yet.

🧾 Business: Draft GST return forms will open for public feedback on November 1, with revised forms expected to take effect in April 2027.

🚆 Infrastructure: Around 83% of the planned Rishikesh–Karnaprayag railway will run through tunnels. The 125-km Himalayan route is targeted for completion in December 2029.

Swish put butter chicken inside an idli, and the internet has opinions.

Some call it a culinary crime. Others are wondering where to order it.