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A NITI Aayog report highlights that 8.7 crore Indian youth are neither employed nor pursuing education, and only 3% of women are engaged in formal sector jobs.
A 25-year-old youth from Haryana, India, who previously served in the French Army, was allegedly stabbed to death in Frankfurt, Germany, with his family now arranging for his body's repatriation.
Indian youth are protesting against leaks in state examination procedures, a movement that reflects deeper issues of widespread unemployment and dissatisfaction among the country's young population.
Protests are escalating worldwide, with demonstrations against mass tourism on Mallorca turning violent and Gen Z protesters in India influencing political debate. Meanwhile, Pakistan-administered Kashmir holds elections amidst protests, and Albanian police are accused of brutality during parliamentary gatherings.
Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned as India's education minister following widespread student protests, dubbed the 'Cockroach' movement. Pralhad Joshi has been appointed as his successor.
A new cultural trend, dubbed 'Bhajan clubbing,' is emerging in India, where Gen Z individuals are opting for spiritual gatherings in club settings over traditional nightlife.
Young people in India, dubbed 'Generation Z cockroaches,' are protesting against the government, accusing it of being responsible for student suicides and demanding accountability regarding the NEET exam. The impasse deepens as the government offers discussion while the opposition calls for the education minister's resignation.
A satirical online movement has transformed into a real protest in New Delhi, with youth demanding the resignation of the education minister over successive scandals and increasing unemployment.
BJP national chief Nitin Nabin stated that 'India's youth are not puppets of some people on foreign soil,' criticizing attempts by individuals abroad to direct the country's young population.
Millions of unemployed young people in India, feeling forgotten by politicians, have adopted the cockroach as a symbol of their protest against joblessness and perceived idleness.
The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) has launched its 'Indian Youth Cockroaches' campaign, focusing on unemployment and accusing the Centre of battling paper leaks, corruption, and institutional collapse while showing arrogance.
A youth from Punjab, India, has been reported missing for eight months after allegedly being recruited into the Russian army, raising concerns among his family.
Frustrated youth in India are reportedly flocking to a unique political party whose leader is symbolized by a cockroach.
A satirical online project, the "Cockroach Janta" political party, has become a viral sensation in India, serving as an outlet for youth anger and frustration. The movement began after a high court judge controversially compared unemployed young people to cockroaches.
A former merchant navy captain, Nagesh Kumar, has been apprehended for allegedly orchestrating a cyber slavery ring, luring Indian youths with false job promises to Cambodia and Laos where they were forced into fraudulent call centers.
Chandu Iraganaboyina, an Indian student in Chicago, died by suicide due to severe financial stress and joblessness. Friends and community members are now working to repatriate his body to India, while police investigate how he obtained a firearm on a non-immigrant visa.
A new health report indicates that over half of Indians under 30 are now overweight or obese, a concerning trend attributed to sedentary lifestyles and poor diets, significantly increasing their risk of metabolic diseases.
Authorities in India have busted a terror network allegedly linked to ISIS and foreign handlers, accused of radicalizing Indian youth online and spreading jihadi propaganda.
Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib has been released from Tihar jail after being granted bail. He asserted that the Congress and its youth wing will continue their opposition to the India-US deal, claiming it harms farmers. Chib was arrested for his alleged role in a protest at Bharat Mandapam.
A new report, based on data from over one million internet users across 84 nations, indicates that Indian youths rank 60th in mental health, with older populations performing better. The study also examines modern life factors contributing to declining youth mental health globally.
During a session in the Haryana Assembly, Saini criticized the Indian Youth Congress's 'shirtless protest,' while the state government emphasized its initiatives in AI hubs, farmer relief, and infrastructure development.
The Congress party has stated that rules should be followed in response to a showdown between Delhi and Shimla Police concerning the arrest of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) workers.
The president of the Indian Youth Congress was arrested in Delhi following a shirtless protest staged at the AI Impact Summit venue, Bharat Mandapam.
Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have criticized the arrest of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) chief during a shirtless protest at the AI Summit, denouncing it as a sign of 'dictatorial tendencies'.
Former Indian Youth Congress chief says protests at international events take place the world over, but no head of state ‘cries like this’
Clashes erupted between workers of the BJP and Congress parties in Indore during a BJP protest against an Indian Youth Congress (IYC) demonstration.
Over eight crore Indian youth are currently unemployed, struggling with a lack of vital skills that hinder their job prospects. Financial barriers prevent many from accessing crucial paid training programs, leading graduates to often settle for low-paying positions.
Indian Youth Congress chief Udai Bhanu Chib alleged that the Punjab government used water cannons and lathi-charge against protesters during a march in Chandigarh against paper leaks.
Young Indians are increasingly turning to debt instead of savings, influenced by digital credit, rising costs, social media pressures, and financial illiteracy, posing a growing challenge for the country.
A Gen-Z-led 'Cockroach' protest movement, fueled by social media satire and grievances over an exam scandal, has caused a significant shake-up in the Indian government.
Thirty-year-old political strategist Abhijit Dipke, who returned to India from the US, has become a prominent symbol for a generation of Indian youth demanding accountability from authorities.
A youth-led protest movement in India is continuing, with demonstrators refusing to back down until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.
Thousands of Indian youth, dubbed 'Cockroach activists,' marched towards Parliament in Delhi to protest alleged NEET exam leaks, resulting in violent clashes with police. Over 170 protesters and 118 police officers were injured as authorities used batons and tear gas to disperse the demonstration.
This article explores why Indian youth continue to prioritize and pursue government jobs despite the challenging odds and intense competition.
Thousands of young people, led by the 'Cockroach Janata Party' founder Abhijeet Dipke, gathered at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi for their first significant protest. The movement, which has gained viral traction, aims to challenge the Modi government and advocate for youth concerns.
A satirical political movement, the 'Cockroach Janta Party,' has gone viral among Indian youth, adopting the insect as its mascot after India's chief justice referred to unemployed youth as 'cockroaches.'
An article addresses Gen Z, urging them to consider the 'Cockroach Janata Party' as a beginning and to be ready to transform it into a significant political force. The piece appears to be a call to action for youth engagement in politics.
A cockroach has unexpectedly become a new political symbol for young Indians online, transforming from an insult into a source of pride. The insect is being used to represent a movement among the youth.
An Indian youth formed a satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party' as a sarcastic response to a remark made by a lawmaker.
A viral 'cockroach' protest party is reportedly growing in popularity among India's youth.
The Free Trade Agreement between India and New Zealand includes provisions for student mobility, professional pathways, and working holiday visas, offering new opportunities for Indian youth and professionals.
A comunidade indiana tornou-se a segunda maior entre os estrangeiros. Jovens de gerações e religiões diferentes falam sobre os desafios de viverem num país que tem mudado as suas atitudes.
Tragic incidents across India reveal that the pursuit of viral fame through social media reels is leading to fatal risks such as crashes, drownings, and falls among teenagers and young adults.
The Chinese ambassador stated that India and China should act as good neighbors, support each other's success, and expressed China's willingness to welcome Indian youth.
A Delhi court has granted bail to nine Indian Youth Congress workers who were arrested for protesting at an AI summit, describing their actions as a 'symbolic political critique'.
A Delhi court has granted interim bail until March 24 to Nigam Bhandhari, general secretary of the Indian Youth Congress, in connection with a shirtless protest case, requiring him to cooperate with the ongoing investigation.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court denied relief to a Karnal man involved in an immigration fraud case, stating that such schemes prey on the dreams of Indian youth.
Delhi Police detained three Indian Youth Congress members in Himachal Pradesh, leading to a confrontation between the Delhi and Himachal police forces.
More than 270 former judges and retired officials, including top cops, have slammed the Indian Youth Congress's shirtless protest at Bharat Mandapam during the AI Impact Summit
The Indian Youth Congress (IYC)’s protest at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on Friday sparked political controversy
PM Modi on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Congress for “dirty and naked” politics over the AI Summit protest by Indian Youth Congress workers.
BJP staged nationwide protests after Indian Youth Congress workers disrupted the India AI Impact Summit, displaying slogans against PM Modi. Four IYC leaders were arrested. BJP workers also showed black flags to Rahul Gandhi in Mumbai, accusing the Congress of an 'anti-national' act and demanding an apology for the 'shameful' summit disruption.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has called upon the youth of India to take an active role in shaping the nation's future by embracing entrepreneurship and driving economic development.
An article highlights the increasing disparity between promises made and actual delivery for India's youth, suggesting a widening gap in opportunities and outcomes.
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has made a fervent appeal to Indian youth to dedicate themselves to nation-building, emphasizing a 'rare window of opportunity' in the country's history that must not be missed.
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following days of widespread student protests, leading to the cessation of demonstrations. Government officials, including Amit Shah, commented on the resignation, with some calling it a 'master stroke' and others emphasizing the importance of youth and students.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike protesting exam leaks, though the 'Cockroach Movement' and other youth protests are vowing to continue their demonstrations. Wangchuk's decision clears the way for potential talks between protest leaders and the government.
India's student protests are seen as a generational rupture in Indian politics, with youth no longer afraid and challenging the 'architecture of fear' attributed to Prime Minister Modi and the BJP party.
An Indian youth group, the Cockroach Janta Party, announced that their protest will continue despite clashes in Delhi that injured 180 people. The group has dropped plans for a parliament march but is demanding the education minister's resignation over alleged exam leaks.
Suraj Hegde, a prominent AICC functionary and Karnataka leader who previously served as the former in-charge of the Indian Youth Congress, passed away at the age of 55 due to cardiac arrest.
The Uttar Pradesh ATS apprehended a 22-year-old man suspected of working with a Pakistan-backed terror network that groomed Indian youth via social media for missions, including targeting BJP leaders. A pistol and cartridges were recovered.
The 'Cockroach Janta Party' has gained popularity among India's youth, tapping into widespread anger over unemployment, inflation, and religious divides.
A new online movement in India, adopting the mascot of a household pest, has gone viral as youth express their frustration over rising unemployment.
An opinion piece argues that India's opposition should be concerned by the demands of young voters, who seek credible jobs, fair exams, affordable futures, and political entry without family connections. The article suggests that these voters are not merely waiting to be mobilized against Modi.
Indian politician Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi for being in Italy while Indian youth face 'paper leaks,' demanding the resignation of a minister and a robust system to prevent such incidents.
India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against five individuals involved in a cyber slavery and human trafficking case linked to Cambodia, where Indian youth were lured with fake job offers.
A trend in India shows young graduates, previously struggling with unemployment, are now increasingly focused on building and chasing credit scores.
Young people in urban India are increasingly experiencing disrupted sleep patterns due to late nights and excessive screen time, leading to reduced energy and focus in their daily lives.
Thousands of young earners in urban India are finding their salaries quickly consumed by EMIs and lifestyle expenses, leading to a paycheck-to-paycheck existence.
A court has ordered the release of an Indian Youth Congress (IYC) worker who was detained during protests held at an AI summit.
Nine Indian Youth Congress workers were granted bail after a 'shirtless protest' at the India AI Impact Summit.
A recent 84-nation mental health study revealed that Indian youths rank 60th, with older people in India showing better mental health outcomes.
A court has granted police custody for Indian Youth Congress (IYC) workers arrested in Himachal Pradesh, citing 'justifiable grounds of arrest' and that the accused 'deliberately fled to a remote location'.
A court stated that the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) chief prima facie operated from behind the scenes, giving directions and monitoring a protest, based on co-accused disclosures and arrest memo details.
Delhi Police have added rioting charges to the FIR against Indian Youth Congress members who staged a shirtless protest at the AI Impact Summit, citing attempts to breach security and injuries to personnel.
Police have made a fifth arrest in connection with a 'shirtless protest' staged at an AI Summit, and the Indian Youth Congress National President has been summoned for questioning.
Opposition leaders and Congress allies have criticised the Indian Youth Congress's "semi-nude" protest at the AI Impact Summit, deeming it inappropriate and shameful on an international stage. Around 10 IYC workers were detained for raising slogans against PM Modi, wearing T-shirts with controversial slogans, sparking widespread condemnation for tarnishing the country's image.
BJP workers protested Rahul Gandhi in Mumbai with black flags following an Indian Youth Congress demonstration at the AI Summit in New Delhi. IYC workers, protesting against Prime Minister Modi, were detained after briefly disrupting the summit. BJP leaders accused Congress and Rahul Gandhi of orchestrating the disruption.