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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicYouth

Topic: youth

‘Don’t call me Boomer.’ On being young, young-old, and old-old

In her memoir, 'Aging (Un)Gracefully', Lalita Iyer takes a deep dive into the many ways in which the process is both a ‘growing up’ and a liberation.

Educated, jobless, connected—rebellion in the age of digital disillusionment

Youth aren’t just protesting power, they’re becoming the alternative—Dhaka to Kathmandu

At least 19 killed in police firing, why youth of Nepal are on warpath with Oli govt

Fresh protests have erupted after Oli govt enforced overnight ban on 26 social media platforms for refusing to comply with new norms. But at heart of movement lies something deeper.

India’s consumer crisis: A shrinking middle class & a population that’s ageing before it can get rich

Global media also noted that India’s old may face a harsh and lonely retirement, with fewer working-age adults to support the elderly and very low savings.

Prize distribution of 25th National Youth Parliament for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas on 16 January

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Chandrapur, Maharashtra (Pune Region), which won first place in the competition, will perform a repeat of its “Youth Parliament” presentation.

UNDP official warns of ‘digital divide’ threatening ‘some youth to be left behind’

UNDP's Marcos Neto reiterated the organisation's commitment to intentionally inclusive' digital development.

Guwahati youth want to fix city’s problem. By talking

In most cities from Bengaluru to Mumbai, it’s senior citizens who drive civic reform and debate. But the students of Guwahati are flipping this stereotype by holding adda sessions to discuss issues facing the city.

Uninterrupted electricity for farmers to 3 free gas cylinders, sops aplenty in Maharashtra Budget

Budget announced months ahead of assembly elections. Oppn calls it 'populist, a last, desperate attempt' by the ruling Mahayuti.

South Africa’s divisive Malema could be post-election kingmaker as ANC likely to lose majority

Malema's pledge to redress persistent racial and economic disparities resonates with his constituents which include tens of thousands of unemployed, disenfranchised urban Black youth.

Stalin son rising: How Udhayanidhi’s racking up support with ‘DMK riders’, youth meet, grassroots focus

Political trajectory of Udhayanidhi, who is secretary of DMK youth wing, has been better than that of his father, CM Stalin, say analysts. AIADMK & BJP, however, dismiss his ascent.

On Camera

Why Rahul Gandhi wasn’t allowed to read an excerpt from General Naravane’s memoir

General MM Naravane’s memoir—Four Stars of Destiny—reveals that he was left hanging by political leadership for more than two hours as Chinese tanks drove towards Indian positions.

Trade deal with US likely to lift Rupee & stocks, say investors

New Delhi: India’s agreement with the US to buy $500 billion-worth of goods over five years includes an existing pipeline of projects, as well...

Adani Defence teams up with Italy’s Leonardo to tap India’s mega helicopter market

The partnership will focus on targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements, particularly for Leonardo's AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.