Youth

India’s large youth population presents both challenges and opportunities. Government initiatives like PMKVY and ITIs aim to enhance employability. Tackling gender disparities and integrating youth into the workforce can drive economic growth 

Unemployment in September rose to 5.3% as women faced sharper job losses

Joblessness among urban women climbs to 9.3 percent in September, while youth unemployment remained elevated at 15 percent. A rise in unemployment rate in rural areas and marginal increase in urban unemployment contributed to a higher overall unemployment rate.

Why military training for youth and children is a misguided idea

Military training for youth, though patriotic in intent, lacks clear objectives and evidence, risks militarising society, burdens youth, diverts resources, and undermines democratic, philosophical, and developmental principles of good citizenship

Chart of the Day: Why India's young workforce could make you rich

India’s equity market is witnessing a transformative shift, powered by rising domestic participation and a youthful, growing workforce.

Lifestyle inflation, FOMO is the new default in youth money mindset, says Dhirendra Kumar of Value Research

Dhirendra pointed out a stark shift in the savings mindset among today’s youth compared to what it was two to three decades ago

Pragmatic approach will help guide India’s youth, shaping a skilled, performance-driven workforce

The Apprentices Act 2025 bridges the gap between academic learning and industry needs through structured, performance-based training. By fostering skill development and accountability, it ensures India’s workforce remains agile, competitive, and ready for emerging global challenges in technology and innovation

Karnataka to hold skill summit, revamp industry cell to boost job opportunities for youth

The move comes after the government shelved a bill proposing job reservations for locals in the private sector following industry backlash

After local job quota bill row, Karnataka cabinet approves Rs 100 crore programme to skill youth

Karnataka IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge on September 6 said that the 'Nipuna Karnataka' programme will empower people with cutting-edge skills in emerging technologies to meet global standards.

World Youth Skills Day: How is India placed with over 50% of population below 25?

According to the United Nations, the number of young people aged 15-24 globally comprises 1.2 billion individuals

New York lawmakers pass measure to protect youths on social media

A companion bill to restrict online sites from collecting and selling the personal data of underage users also gained final legislative approval in the New York Assembly on Friday, a day after both measures cleared the state Senate.

International meet moots collaborations for skilling NE youths

The conference targeted a wide range of audience and participants from across the globe covering researchers, academicians and industry professionals, the release said.

Youngsters will shape future of societies with ESG

To build a trustworthy ESG framework, the youth of India need to start by understanding its core components. Environmental responsibility encourages sustainable practices in a country grappling with pollution and climate change

Over 30 injured in Manipur as police baton-charge students protesting death of two youths

The students brought out protest rallies hours after photos of the bodies of the two youths went viral on social media.

Bullish on India: Youth will take charge of their future

The infectious enthusiasm that is all pervasive makes even a congenital cynic like me a convert about the prospects of 'Amrit Kaal' as we turn a year older as a democracy

13 injured in South Korea when a man rams a car onto a sidewalk and stabs pedestrians

The National Police Agency held an online meeting Thursday with regional police chiefs to discuss ways to deal with stabbings and other attacks against random targets.

Soaring real estate prices drive Chinese youth to live in RVs l House prices in China

Chinese youth are choosing to live in recreational vehicles due to soaring real estate prices. From open kitchen to bathtubs, these RVs come with many modern amenities. But how much are they helping the Chinese youngsters save? Watch this video to find out

About 1.26 lakh telecom skilled youth to be employed this fiscal: TSSC CEO

The CoE (Centre of Excellence) at ITI Kubernagar is setting up a Skill Lab for training candidates in 5G technology skills with the aim of providing placement offers within 4-6 weeks of course completion to at least 70 per cent of learners.

UNICEF India head bats for developing child-friendly cities

"Every week, around 1.4 million people move to urban areas worldwide and many of the people will find themselves living in temporary and informal settlements," McCaffery noted.

Young men gaming more. Are they working less?

The pandemic accelerated a trend that had been blamed for decreasing their labor force participation.

How do Mumbai’s Youngsters Spend Their First Salary? | Ground Report | Expert Tips

Personal finance and investing has become a new trend among the youth. Social media and the internet have had a huge influence on their investment decisions. To know what goes in the minds of the youth in Mumbai, we went out on the ground! Watch the video to find out.

Cannes Film Festival 2023: Youth is the focus of cinematic gaze at the world

Pedro Almodovar's second English language film, Kore-eda Hirokazu's new movie, Wim Wenders' portrait of an artist and Nuri Bilge Ceylan's Kurdish drama garner attention in the opening week of the 76th Cannes film festival.

Millennials are not as badly-off as they think — but success is bittersweet

Highly educated and with earnings to match, this generation still falls behind boomers in the housing market

India can become 3rd largest world economy by skilling youth, says PM

Virtually addressing a ”Rozgar Mela”, or employment fair, organised by the Gujarat government at the Mahatma Mandir convention centre in Gandhinagar, Modi said nearly 1.5 lakh youth were given government jobs in the state during the last five years.

Indian youth becoming more open to inter-caste marriages: Bharat Matrimony report

A total of 4,32,520 members confirmed meeting their life partner on Bharat Matrimony and an average of 13,000 interactions per minute happened between members, the report said

Next state budget dedicated to youth: CM Ashok Gehlot

While addressing the students of Rajasthan University, Gehlot asked the students to dream of building the future and work with determination and a positive mindset to achieve success.