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Water Cannons Used, Gaurav Gogoi Detained As Congress Holds Protests Against Gyanesh Kumar

Youth Congress protest in Delhi on Friday. PTI Photo

EC postpones CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s youth outreach programmes

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Dalit youth found dead inside police station in UP, family says he was tortured, hanging staged

A Dalit youth was discovered dead, allegedly hanged, inside a room at Patti police station in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the suspension of the station’s SHO and investigation officer and the filing of murder and SC/ST Act charges. The youth’s relatives allege the death was a staged hanging after police torture, prompting arrests of several police personnel and members of the girl’s family.

India's district-level unemployment rates revealed: 77.8% of districts below 5.5%

The latest district‑level labour data shows that 77.8% of Indian districts have unemployment rates below 5.5%. South 24 Parganas, Araria and Ernakulam stand out for the lowest overall unemployment and youth disengagement, while more than half the districts exhibit strong labour‑force participation.

Himachal’s policy uncompromising toward those involved in illegal drug trade: CM Sukhu

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu declared Himachal Pradesh’s stance on heroin (‘chitta’) trade as uncompromising during an anti‑drug walkathon in Una on September 16, 2026, while also pledging compassionate support for addicted youth. A concurrent awareness event in Chandigarh outlined the central government’s 2026‑29 vision to achieve a drug‑free India by 2029.

Government aiming to create jobs for youth, says Bharath

India’s Industries Minister Bharath inaugurated a job fair and highlighted a prospective semiconductor venture at Orvakal worth about ₹23,000 crore. The investment is projected to create both direct and indirect employment opportunities for the region’s youth.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami celebrates birthday with children with disabilities

Uttarakhand CM Dhami celebrated his birthday with children with disabilities in Dehradun and attended Yuva Sankalp Diwas, where he spoke about youth and Uttarakhand's future.

‘Private sector must invest, hire, pay fairly’: Chief Economic Adviser Nageswaran

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran urged the private sector to invest, hire and pay fairly while encouraging youth to acquire trade skills amid AI-driven job disruptions, speaking at an ASSOCHAM meeting. He highlighted rising youth unemployment and called for broader adoption of change to sustain India’s economic momentum.

After winning the exam battle, youth now have to face the jobs war

A five‑week Gen Z sit‑in at Jantar Mantar prompted the government to replace the Union Education Minister, set up a Nandan Nilekani‑led task force on exam reform, and secure a promise from Prime Minister Modi for stricter penalties on exam tampering. Protesters argue that even a flawless examination system will not solve the deeper problem of insufficient quality jobs for India’s youth.

Bihari youth arrested for alleged murder of colleague from the State in Kochi plywood factory

The arrested person is Mohammed Sahil, 23, of Muzaffarpur in Bihar; he has been charged with murder

Uttarakhand CM Dhami encourages youth participation in shaping 'developed Uttarakhand by 2047' at 'Mukhyamantri Yuva Vidyarthi Manthan'

Tension in Meerut over murder of youth, 2 held, houses of 3 accused partially razed

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Woman Killed, Husband And Son Injured In Fresh Manipur Violence

The Kuki Youth Organisation (KYO) Women's Council strongly condemned the killing (File)

`This is new Punjab; hope is back, and spark in our youth is burning bright`: Arvind Kejriwal

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from children, youngsters, women and senior citizens. Cash prizes of up to ₹11,000 were given to the winners, while all participants received T-shirts and participation medals.

BRICS Summit 2026: China’s $112 billion trade puzzle – why Beijing can’t afford to lose India

China’s weak consumer spending, housing troubles and youth unemployment are pushing Beijing to seek stronger overseas markets. India’s huge demand for smartphones, electronics, cars and pharmaceutical inputs gives Chinese businesses a major commercial opportunity.

Pralhad Joshi seeks suspension of Mysuru inspector over Ganeshotsava remarks

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on September 13, 2026 demanded the suspension of Circle Inspector Dhananjay of T. Narasipura, Mysuru district, alleging that the officer threatened members of a Ganesh Mandal during a peace committee meeting. Joshi said the inspector’s remarks aimed to curb the Ganeshotsava procession near mosques and amounted to intimidation of Hindu youths.

India’s 647 Rural Self Employment Training Institutes shift to digital platforms

The 647 Rural Self Employment Training Institutes are moving to a digital platform from paper-based assessments, aiming to improve transparency and speed. The reform links skills, certification, and credit, helping rural youth turn training into sustainable livelihoods.

19-year-old arrested in UP’s Azamgarh for allegedly promoting Al-Qaeda ideology

Uttar Pradesh's Anti‑Terrorist Squad arrested 19‑year‑old Mohammad Nabeel of Azamgarh for allegedly recruiting youths and spreading Al‑Qaeda ideology via encrypted WhatsApp groups. He is charged under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for terror‑related activities and fund‑raising.

Youth in Keralam’s Kozhikode held for alleged bid to record visuals from hospital toilet

Police in Kozhikode arrested a 22‑year‑old man on September 11 for allegedly attempting to film a hospital toilet. The detention came after a woman lodged a complaint about the incident in ward 203 of Kozhikode Medical College Hospital.

100 tech labs, ‘JOB engine’ to train Chhattisgarh youth for new-age jobs

The Chhattisgarh government approved the creation of 100 Emerging Technology Labs and a NIPUN JOB Engine to equip youth with practical skills in new-age technologies. The Rs 500‑crore initiative, announced in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, will run for five years across all 33 districts.