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Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut triggered controversy after calling Gen Z protesters "Generation Gutter" and describing protest videos as "puke inducing". Her remarks sparked widespread criticism from Congress leaders and social media users following the end of the CJP-led agitation

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to introduce a Bill lowering the minimum age for contesting Assembly and Lok Sabha elections from 25 to 21 years, while retaining 25 years for Legislative Council and Rajya Sabha.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised Gen Z students for forcing Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation through persistent protests. Tharoor called it a victory for democracy while emphasizing that comprehensive examination reforms and accountability are still urgently needed

BJP president Nitin Nabin said India's Gen Z is focused on innovation, entrepreneurship and nation-building rather than anti-establishment politics. Addressing students in Telangana, he urged youth to reject divisive ideologies and contribute constructively to the country's growth and development

Actor Jackie Shroff said his openness towards people of all ages helps him connect with Gen Z audiences. Promoting The Great Grand Superhero, he described playing a superhero grandfather as relatable and refreshingly unique

HMD Global is set to launch its Vibe 2 5G smartphone in India this month, exclusively on Flipkart. The device will be the first to integrate Sarvam AI, India’s government-backed artificial intelligence platform, offering support in 13 languages to democratise AI access beyond English-speaking users.

India is witnessing a sharp rise in entrepreneurship, driven by AI adoption, flexible work trends and changing career aspirations. LinkedIn data shows a 104 per cent jump in members adding “Founder” to their profiles, with Gen Z leading the transformation.

For Gen Z, accessories are more than add-ons — they are expressions of identity. From bag charms to colourful earbuds, technology is increasingly merging with fashion, shaping how young consumers present themselves and connect with peers.

Experts warn that Generation Z may be the first in modern history to underperform its parents, with studies linking declining attention, memory and literacy skills to excessive screen time and digital overexposure, both in classrooms and daily life.

The Ghaziabad tragedy has raised questions about digital dependence among young people. This explainer looks at otome love games, loneliness, and how everyday online gaming habits blur boundaries between virtual relationships and real life, highlighting the urgent need for balance

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh advised students, especially young boys, to make life choices they would never hesitate to explain to their mothers, stressing family values and personal responsibility during the ‘Hello Lokesh’ programme in Rajahmundry

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled Skyroot’s first orbital rocket, Vikram-I, while inaugurating the startup’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad. He praised Gen Z engineers and credited space sector reforms for the rise of over 300 private space startups in India

A 2023 survey by ITC in India reported that 47% of Gen Z and millennials are currently in therapy or on medication. Over the past decade, online searches for psychiatrists in Delhi alone have nearly doubled.

CoinSwitch’s Q3 2025 report highlights a generational shift in India’s crypto investment landscape, with Gen Z emerging as the largest investor group. Hyderabad maintains its rank as the fourth-largest crypto hub, with 70.4% of portfolios in profit, reflecting disciplined and fundamentals-driven investment strategies.

Career choices are increasingly reshaped by flexibility, with a growing focus on enjoying work rather than merely simply enduring it

BJP and NDA leaders have criticized Rahul Gandhi for portraying Gen Z as defenders of democracy and accusers of vote theft. They claim his remarks could incite youth unrest, highlighting contrasting governance under PM Modi and past Congress leadership

The Nepal Army assumed control of law and order on Wednesday, imposing a nationwide curfew until Thursday morning after violent Gen Z protests led to arson and vandalism. Civilian authorities failed to contain unrest, prompting the Army’s direct intervention.

Facing violent Gen-Z protests that killed at least 19 people and injured over 300, Nepal’s government has lifted its controversial ban on 26 social media platforms. The Cabinet made the decision late Monday, with key ministers appealing for calm.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged Nepal’s government and protesters to engage in peaceful dialogue after violent clashes over a social media ban left at least 19 dead. The UN called for protection of democratic rights and an impartial probe.

At least 19 people were killed as Nepal’s Gen-Z led anti-corruption protest turned violent after alleged infiltration by vested groups. PM KP Sharma Oli expressed sorrow, announced a probe, denied social media shutdown plans, and promised compensation for victims’ families.