Rural revival, urban strain: India’s jobless rate falls to 5.2% but cracks remain beneath the surface

India’s unemployment rate declined to 5.2% in the July–September 2025 quarter from 5.4% previously, driven by rural job gains during the monsoon season, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS). While female participation rose to 33.7%, urban joblessness slightly increased to 6.9%, revealing structural weaknesses and dependence on seasonal, low-productivity rural employment, Reuters reported.

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Why customs seized a man’s luxury watch at Delhi Airport—and how court came to his rescue

A Dubai resident’s Rolex watch, detained at Delhi Airport, sparked a legal challenge when customs controversially labeled it a “commercial quantity.” The Delhi High Court ruled that a single watch cannot be classified as a commercial import, overturning part of the customs order. This decision clarifies personal belongings under customs law and extends the redemption…

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Daisy Shah reveals shocking harassment incidents in Dombivli and Jaipur; recalls being threatened: ‘He literally touched me very badly’

Daisy Shah, known for her role in ‘Jai Ho’, recently shared unsettling experiences of harassment. She recounted an incident in Dombivli where she was inappropriately touched in a crowded street. Another incident occurred during a song shoot in Jaipur, where she retaliated after being touched from behind in a crowd.

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Popular artificial sweetener linked to brain cell damage and stroke risk; Natural sweeteners to use as sugar substitutes

Recent research from the University of Colorado Boulder indicates that erythritol, a common sugar substitute, may harm brain cells and elevate the risk of stroke and heart attack. The study revealed that erythritol can constrict blood vessels and impair clot formation. Experts advise monitoring consumption and checking food labels for this ingredient, especially for those…

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