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Nepal protests: Gen Z leaders meet Prez, army chief to form interim govt

Representatives of the protesting 'Gen Z' group, Nepalese President Ramchandra Paudel and Army Chief Ashok Raj Sigdel were holding talks at the army headquarters in Bhadrakali on Thursday to pick a leader to run an interim government, sources said. Former chief justice Sushila Karki, Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah and two others were among those being considered by the protesting Gen Z group to lead the interim government, they added. The interim leader will replace Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli, who resigned on Tuesday following a violent student-led agitation. An Army spokesperson confirmed that discussions are ongoing with various stakeholders. He, however, did not provide any names. We are holding rounds of talks with different stakeholders. The talks are mainly focused on finding a way out from the current stalemate and at the same time maintaining law and order situation in the country, the Army spokesperson said. There were dozens of youths eagerly waiting outside the Army .

Gen-Z protesters across Asia challenge old guard, demand lasting reform

These demonstrations also highlight how collective youth action can force governments into retreat

Why millennials may not reach 100: Study shows life expectancy slowing

A new study shows life expectancy gains are slowing, with millennials and Gen Z unlikely to reach 100 on average, challenging long-held assumptions about human longevity

Nepal President to meet protestors, urges peaceful resolution via dialogue

He will be meeting with a delegation of the protestors, along with the Nepalese Army

Violent protests will stop, we want new rules: Nepal 'Gen-Z' protester

Demanding good leadership from the parties and the administration, the protester said that he hopes that the youth will get more opportunities in the country

Flipkart acquires majority stake in infotainment platform Pinkvilla

Flipkart has acquired a majority stake in Pinkvilla to expand its digital content footprint, target Gen Z and millennial audiences, and leverage infotainment for commerce growth

How 'clanker' became Gen Z's viral slur and rallying cry against AI

The increasing popularity of clanker is part of a rising backlash against AI. People are holding real-life rallies against the technology in San Francisco and London

Indian retail sector to reach $1.93 trn by 2030: Deloitte-FICCI report

According to the report, the quick commerce segment is projected to reach $35 billion in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) by 2030

Gen Z embraces 'little treats' trend despite risks of overspending

With rising costs, a shaky job market and financial milestones feeling out of reach for many young adults, small purchases offer Gen Z a temporary sense of control or indulgence, Dorsey said

Gen Z in India less attentive to digital ads than millennials: Report

A report by Snapchat, WPP Media, and Lumen Research says Gen Z in India pays less attention to traditional digital ads, with immersive full-screen video and AR boosting engagement

GenZ, millennials shift towards co-living spaces; players plan expansions

Co-living accommodations offer WiFi, housekeeping, dedicated coworking spaces, kitchen areas, laundry rooms, recreational areas, gaming zones, fitness areas, 24/7 security, & curated community events

Saiyaara strikes a chord with GenZ, likely to gross ₹200-300 crore

Saiyaara, a romantic drama starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is set to hit Rs 200-300 crore at the box office, with impressive footfalls from Gen Z and millennial audiences

61% of young Indians prioritise health insurance amid rising costs: Report

Survey shows 61% of millennials and Gen Z in India see health insurance as a key part of financial planning, driven by rising medical costs and demand for wellness benefits.

Gen Z defies 'sober generation' label, alcohol consumption picking up

The IWSR survey found that the proportion of Gen Z adults who reported consuming alcohol in the past six months rose from 66 per cent in March 2023 to 73 per cent in March 2025

7 of 10 GenZs plan on switching jobs in 6 months for better pay: Survey

Deel survey finds high dissatisfaction among Indian Gen Z professionals with current pay, despite 11 per cent average hike, as many consider remote global roles

Delhi University to teach Gen-Z about love, red flags, and breakups

From heartbreak to healing: DU's new course teaches Gen Z how to spot red flags, build healthy bonds & decode love in a swipe-driven digital world

E-commerce giants Flipkart, Amazon deepen fashion push in smaller cities

Flipkart's ethnic wear and Amazon's Serve store are driving fashion growth in Tier 2 and 3 cities with rising Gen Z demand and expanding customer bases

Airbnb targets India's Gen Z, millennials to drive growth: Co-founder

Online accommodation hosting platform Airbnb is tapping into the huge population of millennials and Gen Z in India to drive its growth, according to its Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Nathan Blecharczyk. The company, which has introduced Airbnb Services and Airbnb Experiences along with an all-new app, is bullish that its experiences feature, which allows travellers to explore a city with local guides, will offer good growth opportunities in the Indian market, Blecharczyk told PTI. "India is an incredibly important market for Airbnb...to state the obvious, the largest (population-wise) country in the world, and largest population of young people, specifically millennials and Gen Z, that's the target audience for Airbnb," he said when asked how it is looking at the Indian market. These young people, who want to experience the world, have a spirit of adventure and love the opportunity to stay in a home and have a unique experience, and to be able to bring friends with them, ...

Young Americans losing trust in US institutions as political divide grows

Political polirisation, questioning media credibility, together with economic anxieties are fuelling distrust in US institutions

Most Gen Z voters in Delhi aware of candidates, rely on social media: Study

Most GenZ voters in Delhi are aware of candidates in their constituencies, and women safety, unemployment and pollution are the main pressing issues for them, a study has found. Around 74 per cent of respondents believe that freebies matter and influence votes around the elections, according to the study that was conducted to find how Delhi's youth engages with democracy. "Seven in 10 GenZers turn up to vote consistently, with 71 per cent having participated in past elections. 88 per cent are aware of the candidates from their constituency," the study report said, adding that Delhi's young voters, aged 18-26 years, are aware, active and engaged around state polls. The study, GenZer'sTryst with Polls, revealed that Women Safety (85 per cent) in the city is a top priority, followed by Unemployment (60 per cent) and Pollution (56 per cent) among poll issues for GenZ voters. Around 44 per cent consider Delhi's Law and Order to be poor. Around 35 per cent of them consider social media a