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Haryana youths allege torture by immigration agents, 'sent to Russia instead of Germany'

The youths had been promised jobs in a hotel and a permanent work visa in Germany. One of the victims, Mukesh, has also claimed that around 250-300 Indian youths are trapped in Russia. Key Points

ThePrint

Manipur: youth gunned down in Kangpokpi in fresh violence

In Manipur's Kangpokpi district, a youth was killed in a gunfight with unidentified individuals. Gunmen and police commandos engaged in heavy gunfire in Moreh, resulting in a policeman sustaining injuries. The attackers targeted police commando vehicles moving towards Key Location Point. In another incident, armed men attacked Joupi village, leading to a gunfight with local volunteers. Key Points

Economic Times

How Congress & BJP are competing to woo youth in poll-bound MP — 'IPL team' to skill development

First-time voters form nearly 4% of Madhya Pradesh's total voting population. In an election that could come down to the wire, this young crowd could hold the key to victory. Key Points

ThePrint

Govt okays ‘MY Bharat’ platform for youth to boost volunteerism

The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of a platform called "Mera Yuva Bharat" or MY Bharat to connect youth with government, private, and NGO schemes for volunteering opportunities. The platform will be launched on October 31 and will list all youth-related schemes by the government. It aims to improve service delivery and create a centralized youth database. The platform will focus on volunteerism and leadership development and will cater to all youth across rural, semi-urban, urban, national, and international areas. The budget allocation and physical aspect of the platform were not specified. | Latest News India Key Points

Hindustan Times

Central team reviews G20 preparations in Varanasi

A Central team led by the secretary of the department of youth affairs visited Varanasi to review preparations for the G20 events in August. The team recommended that IIT-BHU students be made liaison officers for the youth conclave and cultural working group summit. Discussions were also held regarding arrangements for reception and stay, as well as showcasing important places in Varanasi. ODOP items were suggested as gifts for the guests. The chief minister and the union minister of youth affairs will participate in the inaugural ceremony. Key Points

Hindustan Times

‘Unity of my land’: IUML's youth wing conducts Hindu wedding in Kerala temple

The Hindu wedding ceremony was organised by the Muslim League youth wing of the 12th ward of Vengara panchayat in Malappuram on Sunday at 8.30 am. | Latest News India Key Points

Hindustan Times

CMYIP: A youth driven scheme of MP govt to address the problems of the grassroot populace

“These houses have never had electricity. How will the children in these houses study and what will be their future,” the 20-year-old says. He is hopeful that his efforts will fructify and these houses will one day be lit. Key Points

Business Today

PM Modi hails jump in QS world ranking of Indian varsities

“Due to the futuristic educational policies and decisions being taken, recognition of Indian universities is increasing,” Modi said, adding that while in 2014, in the QS world ranking there were only 12 Indian universities, today this number has reached 45. He credited Indias youth force as the guiding force for this transformation. Key Points

Economic Times

Over 2 crore youths will get jobs in next 3-4 years: U.P. CM Adityanath

Yogi Adityanath said by developing the skills of U.P.'s youth, the State can play the role of the growth engine of the country's economy Key Points

The Hindu

Rahul Gandhi replies to PM Modi's 'who lost senses' swipe: ‘Naani ko nanihaal…’

Narendra Modi in Varanasi slammed Rahul Gandhi's ‘nashedi’ comment on UP youth. Rahul Gandhi said PM Modi was misleading them. | Latest News India Key Points

Hindustan Times

Lok Sabha polls 2024: PM Modi asks youth of India to contribute to BJP's manifesto

"I invite the youth of India to contribute to the BJP Manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Share your thoughts on the NaMo App. I look forward to meeting some of the contributors myself in the future," said PM Modi. Key Points

India Today

Spain-India Forum: Every second or third youth out of ten in global workforce would be Indian, says MEA Secy

The MEA secretary also highlighted that India is adding almost USD 500 billion to the economy every 18 to 20 months. 'Our demographic profile, the averages being around 30, is also fulfilling both the demand & supply sides of the economic equation, not just for ourselves but for the world,' he said. Key Points

Firstpost

India ready to host 2036 Summer Olympics: Anurag Thakur

India is ready to host the youth Olympics in 2030 and Summer Olympics in 2036, said Sports and youth Affairs Minister Anurag Thakur. Emphasising India's readiness and potential as a major sports market, he highlighted the country's economic strength and youthful population. Key Points

Economic Times

Congress' Rahul Gandhi promises five guarantees for Lok Sabha polls in counter to 'Modi Ki Guarantee'

Rahul Gandhi counters BJP's 'Modi ki Guarantee' with five 'Congress Guarantees' for Lok Sabha polls, including MSP for farmers, gig workers' social security, startup fund, government job creation, and curbing exam paper leaks. He criticizes PM Modi for job scarcity and promises to fill 30 lakh vacant government posts if elected. Congress also plans a 'right to apprenticeship' to equip youth with skills for employment. Key Points

Economic Times

Playing with youth's future a national sin: UP CM Yogi Adityanath on paper leak

CM Yogi Adityanath cancels police constable recruitment exam due to paper leak. Over 240 people arrested. He vows strong action against those playing Key Points

Times Of India

Employed more suicidal than the unemployed. 90% of Indian youth don’t seek help

According to a Lokiniti CSDS report, one-tenth of Indian youth frequently experience thoughts of self-harm or suicide. Another 12 per cent admitted having such thoughts but rarely. Key Points

ThePrint

Congress attacks chief economic advisor over statement on unemployment, asks BJP govt to 'vacate seat'

While releasing 'India Employment Report 2024', V Anantha Nageswaran said govt can't solve 'all social, economic challenges'. Congress leader Kharge says CEA protecting 'dear leader'. Key Points

ThePrint

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM Modi

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM... Key Points

The Tribune India

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM Modi

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM... Key Points

The Tribune India

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM Modi

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM... Key Points

The Tribune India

Slap youth who chant Modi, says Karnataka’s Culture Minister

The Kannada & Culture Minister, while campaigning for the party in Koppal Lok Sabha seat on Sunday, said the PM promised to create 20 million jobs a year, and if he had walked the talk, the country would have had 200 million new jobs in the past 10 years. But the PM was now asking the unemployed youth to go and sell Pakoras, the minister said, and added if they still uttered the name Modi, they deserve a slap. Key Points

Economic Times

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM Modi

Automobile, pharma, tourism sectors expected to grow at rapid pace: PM... Key Points

The Tribune India

Kerala blast was IED explosion. Traces of ammonium nitrate, timer & battery found

The blast has claimed 1 life, seriously injured 2 others and 20 others have been taken for immediate treatment. Sources say low intensity blast set flammable material in hall on fire. Key Points

ThePrint

Yuva Sangam great initiative to promote people-to-people connect: PM Modi

The youth exchange programme provides an opportunity to students from one part of the country to visit other parts and understand their culture and heritage. The aim of this initiative is to promote people-to-people connect and our diversity and nearly 1,200 students have already visited 22 states in the first phase of this programme, Modi said. Key Points

Economic Times

Indian lifters bag two bronze on day 1 of World youth Championships

Jyoshna won silver in the snatch section but was sixth in the clean and jerk category in the seven-lifter field. Dhanush, on the other hand, heaved a total weight of 200kg (88kg+112kg) to finish third behind Filipinos Prince K. Delos Santos and Eron Borres in the men's 49kg event. The 16-year-old won a silver medal in the snatch category. Key Points

Economic Times

Bonus content alert: My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Climax game comes with OVA

Fans of the popular light novel series, My youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected, are in for a treat as MAGES. has released a second promotional video for the new original video anime (OVA) that will be bundled with Yahari Game Demo Ore no Seishun Love Come wa Machigatteiru. Kan Key Points

Hindustan Times

TMC & BJP trade barbs over ‘viral videos’ of Ram Navami

The first video purportedly shows a youth sporting a saffron head band atop a DJ vehicle dancing while holding a handgun during what appears to be a Ram Navami procession. The second video shows a youth in a yellow kurta dancing near a DJ vehicle while brandishing a handgun. Key Points

The Indian Express

Duped on pretext of permanent work visa in Germany: Haryana youths allege torture by immigration agents

Reportedly, the two youths were fraudulently sent to Russia instead of Germany, where they had been promised jobs in a hotel and a permanent work visa. But the youths were sent to Russia where they were allegedly tortured by the immigration agents. Key Points

Economic Times

Flyer alleges molestation, says dissuaded from filing complaint

India News: Read the latest news on a 26-year-old flyer alleging molestation mid-flight and being dissuaded from filing a complaint by airline crew and CISF personnel. Get all the details and updates here. Key Points

Times Of India

U.P.: youth held for making, using fake currency in Lucknow

A 22-year-old youth was arrested in Gomti Nagar extension for printing counterfeit ₹200 notes and using them to cheat shopkeepers. Four fake notes were seized. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Centre to seek views of youth on Viksit Bharat, says NITI Aayog CEO

“India is at a turning point in its history. The 21st century will be Indias century as the country pole-vaults into the future backed by the phenomenal expansion in education, health, rural economy, infrastructure and digital public infrastructure,” NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam said on Sunday. Key Points

Economic Times

Unemployment is now election issue. Can Congress' Pehli Naukri Pakki apprenticeship swing it?

Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge's job guarantee promise queers the pitch for the ruling BJP, which must now scramble to make a competitive offer. No matter who wins, this is good politics. Key Points

ThePrint

The story of Nazi resistance fighter Sophie Scholl

The Nazi regime was sure it had all young Germans on its side. But Sophie Scholl did not want to yield to the regime. She was executed 80 years ago for daring to defy Hitler's government. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Sanjeev Sanyal says UPSC is poverty of aspiration. But it's more about desperation

The most productive years of Indian youth gets wasted preparing for the UPSC. But they didn't create this system; the government did. Key Points

ThePrint