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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday accused the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh of worsening healthcare, inflation and corruption. He alleged public welfare services had deteriorated and said people were determined to vote the BJP out in the 2027 Assembly elections

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said empowering the poor, farmers, youth and women will be crucial to making India a developed nation by 2047. He also highlighted cooperatives and dairy as drivers of rural growth while attacking Congress in Rajasthan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged youth to read autobiographies and learn from others’ struggles, warning that in the “era of reels”, shortcuts can limit success. Speaking at Ram Nath Kovind’s autobiography launch, Modi praised his resilience and continuing contribution to Indian democracy

Former BJP state president K Annamalai urged Gen Z to consider military service as a meaningful career, saying the younger generation is searching for purpose. Speaking at a book launch in Coimbatore, he described wearing the military uniform as a higher purpose

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called India’s youth its greatest strength at a student interaction in Prayagraj, highlighting unemployment, paper leaks, declining manufacturing and AI-driven job concerns. He urged students to confront challenges without hatred or violence and work towards systemic change

The CJP protest over the NEET paper leak exposed broader concerns about India's examination system, politics, parenting and youth culture. The article argues that the agitation should prompt reflection on institutions, public discourse and the responsibilities of governments, families and society

Union Minister Piyush Goyal claimed Rahul Gandhi feels threatened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's growing popularity among the youth. He also defended the Centre's examination reform measures, saying the BJP continues to enjoy strong support from Gen Z voters

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', urging youth to reject substance abuse and support recovering addicts. He announced a 100-week nationwide awareness campaign and reaffirmed strict action against drug traffickers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', a 100-week nationwide campaign to combat substance abuse among youth. He urged young people to stay mentally and physically fit to help achieve the goal of a developed India

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval urged youth to align personal aspirations with national interest, saying freedom carries responsibility. Receiving the Lokmanya Tilak Award in Pune, he called for unity, nation-building and collective commitment to India's security and development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Viksit Vibrant Village programme encourages young people to experience India's border villages firsthand, fostering national integration, patriotism and a deeper understanding of rural aspirations through direct engagement with local communities

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee urged young people to critically assess celebrities, influencers and sports personalities who remained silent during the student protests over alleged exam irregularities, saying public support should go to those who stand with people during crises

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

Rahul Gandhi said paper leaks, cancelled exams and stalled recruitment are destroying youth aspirations, calling for a nationwide student movement. Ahead of his Kota convention on June 17, he urged students to raise their voices and demand accountability in the system

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said young legal professionals are driving the judiciary’s technological transformation but stressed that AI cannot replace human judgment. Speaking at Oxford Union, he highlighted AI’s efficiency while underlining the importance of empathy and ethical reasoning

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan launched ‘Operation Toofaan’, a state-wide anti-drug initiative aimed at combating substance abuse among youth. The campaign will involve multiple departments, schools and parents, combining enforcement and awareness to dismantle drug networks and protect young people

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan stressed the need for constructive journalism, saying inadequate coverage of positive developments could misguide youngsters. In a veiled reference to the Cockroach Janata Party, he urged media to promote nation-building, facts and responsible public discourse

The programme aims to promote physical fitness, youth empowerment, leadership development, social responsibility, and employment opportunities among young people

A 28-year-old man died after allegedly jumping from a rail overbridge in Jammikunta town of Karimnagar district on Thursday night. He was shifted to a hospital by locals but succumbed to injuries while undergoing treatment, police said.

A 30-year-old man from Jayashankar Bhupalpally district was found dead in a lodge room at Huzurabad. Police said he had checked in with a friend a day earlier. A case has been registered and investigation is under way.