New Delhi, November 30 (IANS). Changing lifestyles, constant presence of social media and education workloads have begun to affect today’s young minds more than ever. In many countries, including India, the level of anxiety and stress among Gen Z, especially young people under 25 years of age, has increased rapidly in recent years. New Delhi, November 30 (IANS). Changing lifestyles, constant presence of social media and education workloads have begun to affect today’s young minds more than ever. In many countries, including India, the level of anxiety and stress among Gen Z, especially young people under 25 years of age, has increased rapidly in recent years. In 2023, SRM University AP (Andhra Pradesh), Amravati and several partner institutions conducted a comprehensive study on 1,628 youth from eight major cities of India—Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Delhi. In this study, about 70 percent of the participants had moderate to severe levels of anxiety, 60 percent had depression, and more than 70 percent had high levels of distress. According to the study, the main reasons for increasing anxiety among the youth include ever-increasing competition, career uncertainty, psychological pressure and worry about the future. Social media has given rise to a culture of comparison, where each person looks at the achievements of others and underestimates himself. It turns out to be extremely damaging mentally. In addition, study and work load, family and society’s expectations, and economic pressures also exacerbate anxiety and stress among youth. The study also talked about solutions. It said that psychological support, timely counselling, regular physical activity, proper sleep time, limited use of social media and emotionally open communication with family and friends can help reduce anxiety in youth. Also important is the scientifically proven fact that sharing stress reduces mental burden and puts the mind in a state of relief. Emotional ups and downs are natural at this age, but when anxiety becomes persistent, it is very important to understand it and act in time. –IANS KR/

New Delhi, November 30 (IANS). Changing lifestyles, constant presence of social media and education workloads have begun to affect today’s young minds more than ever. In many countries, including India, the level of anxiety and stress among Gen Z, especially young people under 25 years of age, has increased rapidly in recent years. New Delhi, November 30 (IANS). Changing lifestyles, constant presence of social media and education workloads have begun to affect today’s young minds more than ever. In many countries, including India, the level of anxiety and stress among Gen Z, especially young people under 25 years of age, has increased rapidly in recent years. In 2023, SRM University AP (Andhra Pradesh), Amravati and several partner institutions conducted a comprehensive study on 1,628 youth from eight major cities of India—Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Delhi. In this study, about 70 percent of the participants had moderate to severe levels of anxiety, 60 percent had depression, and more than 70 percent had high levels of distress. According to the study, the main reasons for increasing anxiety among the youth include ever-increasing competition, career uncertainty, psychological pressure and worry about the future. Social media has given rise to a culture of comparison, where each person looks at the achievements of others and underestimates himself. It turns out to be extremely damaging mentally. In addition, study and work load, family and society’s expectations, and economic pressures also exacerbate anxiety and stress among youth. The study also talked about solutions. It said that psychological support, timely counselling, regular physical activity, proper sleep time, limited use of social media and emotionally open communication with family and friends can help reduce anxiety in youth. Also important is the scientifically proven fact that sharing stress reduces mental burden and puts the mind in a state of relief. Emotional ups and downs are natural at this age, but when anxiety becomes persistent, it is very important to understand it and act in time. –IANS KR/

New Delhi, September 30 (IANS). Due to the growth rate of the economy being 8.2 per cent in the July-September period of FY 26, RBI may maintain the repo rate at 5.5 per cent in its monetary policy for December. This information was given by SBI Research on Sunday. SBI Research said in its report that a few days ago, the possibility of a 0.25 percent cut in the December monetary policy was raised, but due to the strong GDP figures in the September quarter, this possibility has now reduced. According to the report, central banks around the world are maintaining a stable stance on interest rates. Although decisions to lower interest rates are still taken, their number has significantly reduced compared to earlier. Equity markets globally are performing irrationally, while the Nifty 500 looks in better shape in comparison. The report, released ahead of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in the first week of December, said the central bank would need to continue to take positive action outside the policy area. Changing market sentiment is also important as the government bond market becomes increasingly disorganized. The spread between the overnight repo rate and 10-year government bond yield widened to 100-110 bp from 40-50 bp. The report went on to say that a “neutral regime” is needed to support broad-based growth without any rate cuts, which will strike a balance by simultaneously targeting yields and liquidity management. The Monetary Policy Committee meeting of RBI will be held on December 3-5. The Indian economy posted a strong growth rate of 8.2 percent in Q2FY26 (July-September period), much higher than the growth rate of 5.6 percent in the same period last fiscal. A statement issued by the government said the reason for the real GDP growth rate exceeding eight percent was the strong performance of the secondary and tertiary sectors. –IANS ABS/ Share this story Tags

Mumbai, November 30 (IANS). Actress Richa Chadha recently attended the 15th India Film Project (IFP). During this time he openly shared his struggles there. The actress said the road to success in the entertainment world is never straight and sometimes wrong decisions have to be taken under duress. Sometimes it happens that if the role is good, then you get less money, sometimes the role is good, but the money doesn’t pay well and sometimes if you get a role with your favorite director, then the money is less or you don’t get it, but you feel, you have to work with him.” Richa further said that she is not a star child, maybe that was why it was a little difficult to get the right opportunity, while she had the right opportunity. Said, “This year it’s about 2011-12. When I did ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’, I went through a lot of trouble, so a director told me that you played the role of an old woman, no one will cast you, so do it. In this you will have to wear a bikini, you will have to do this, you will have to do this. I said ‘yes’ out of compulsion. This was one of those double entendre joke movies. I don’t want to take the name of the film.” The actress told that she took money in advance from the director for this role, but later someone explained to her that such roles after Wasseypur were not right for her. She said, “I also couldn’t understand the role, so I refused it and also returned her money. That day I understood how powerful it is to say ‘no’. If she had done the film, I might not be here today.” The actress praised Sanjay Leela Bhansali and said, “I find him the funniest and most powerful director, the frames of his films are very beautiful.” Richa told that if you give equal opportunity to everyone in the film industry and they have the ability, then it definitely pays off in the end. –IANS NS/ABM Share this story Tags

Kolkata, November 30 (IANS). West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has retired from IPL. KKR did not retain him for IPL 2026. After this, Russell thought it better to retire from the league rather than go to the auction. Upon his retirement, Russell was given another big responsibility in KKR. The co-owner of the team, Shahrukh Khan, wrote a very emotional post welcoming Russell to his second role in the team. Shah Rukh wrote on X: “Thank you Andre for the wonderful memories. Our wonderful fighter. Your contribution to KKR is unforgettable. Another chapter in your wonderful journey as a player. Strength coach, give knowledge, strength to our boys in purple and gold. Yes, any other jersey will look strange on you my friend. Muscle Russell for life. Love the team, and on behalf of all who love the game.” KKR appointed Andre Russell as strength coach. Most of Andre Russell’s IPL career has been playing for KKR. Russell made his IPL debut for Delhi Daredevils in 2012. He remained with this team till 2013. After this, he continuously remained a part of KKR from 2014 to 2025. During this period, KKR won the title in 2014 and 2024. Between 2014, 3 and 2025 matches, Russell played for KKR. During this period he scored a total of 2,593 runs and took 122 wickets and scored 12 half-centuries. Russell was known for his power hitting, but his figures as a bowler are also excellent. If we look at Russell’s overall IPL career, he has scored 2,651 runs in 140 matches at a strike rate of 174.18. He has 123 wickets to his name. –IANS PAK Share this story Tags

Kolkata, November 30 (IANS). West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has retired from IPL. KKR did not retain him for IPL 2026. After this, Russell thought it better to retire from the league rather than go to the auction. Upon his retirement, Russell was given another big responsibility in KKR. The co-owner of the team, Shahrukh Khan, wrote a very emotional post welcoming Russell to his second role in the team. Shah Rukh wrote on X: “Thank you Andre for the wonderful memories. Our wonderful fighter. Your contribution to KKR is unforgettable. Another chapter in your wonderful journey as a player. Strength coach, give knowledge, strength to our boys in purple and gold. Yes, any other jersey will look strange on you my friend. Muscle Russell for life. Love the team, and on behalf of all who love the game.” KKR appointed Andre Russell as strength coach. Most of Andre Russell’s IPL career has been playing for KKR. Russell made his IPL debut for Delhi Daredevils in 2012. He remained with this team till 2013. After this, he continuously remained a part of KKR from 2014 to 2025. During this period, KKR won the title in 2014 and 2024. Between 2014, 3 and 2025 matches, Russell played for KKR. During this period he scored a total of 2,593 runs and took 122 wickets and scored 12 half-centuries. Russell was known for his power hitting, but his figures as a bowler are also excellent. If we look at Russell’s overall IPL career, he has scored 2,651 runs in 140 matches at a strike rate of 174.18. He has 123 wickets to his name. –IANS PAK Share this story Tags

Jakarta – Subang Regency has prepared seven agriculture-based tourism villages through the #7lejahlembur program. This step was reinforced by the Subang regent’s decree number 500.13.1/Kep.400-Disparpora/2025 regarding the designation of tourism towns in Subang regency. This legal product is recorded in the West Java JDIH and Subang Regency JDIH as the basis for the direction of village-based tourism development. Through this policy, the Subang Regency Government (Pemkab) has confirmed that there are seven towns that are ready to be developed into agro-tourism towns. These seven villages are spread across Dawuan District and Sagalaherang District, with different natural features, culture and agricultural potential, but complement each other in one tourist grouping, here is the list Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENTS 1. Sukasari Village, Dawuan District. The first village projected to become an agro-tourism village is Sukasari Village, Dawuan District. This village is known for its strength in Sundanese culture-based tourism living in the middle of an agricultural landscape. One of the main points is the Lembur Pakuan area, where tourists can experience walking around the village, cycling, staying in a rice field-style homestay, and participating in harvesting activities and interactive rice barn exploration. 2. Siteari Village, Dawuan District Photo: Doc. West Java Disparbud This village offers the atmosphere of a traditional village with rows of bamboo houses in a green area. This village has natural and historical tourism potential, including Situ Cikadongdong as a water recreation point, as well as the Gurudug Megalithic Site which contains traces of past culture and is an educational tourism attraction. 3. Rawalele Village, Dawuan District. The Subang Regency Government has also prepared Rawalele Village, Dawuan District as part of the agritourism cluster. This village has extensive rubber plantation land and is considered to have potential for plantation-based tourism. Potentials that are well known to the public include the Cijuhung Camping Ground and the Citugu Saung Nyumput Fishing Field. 4. Margasari Village, Dawuan District Photo: Doc. West Java Tourism and Culture Department This region has a dominant agricultural landscape and holds historical-cultural tourism potential amidst an agricultural landscape. Margasari has the Patenggeng Cultural Site and Cisampih Agro Park, as well as various supporting potentials such as the Ruatan Bumi ritual, the tomb of Eyang Bahu Reksa, and tilapia and catfish farming activities. This village aims to become a tourist village with a narrative of historical traces and natural fertility. 5. Cisampih Village, Dawuan District. This village has a green natural tourist attraction with the flagship point of Situ Peron known as Situ Love. This village is also known for its Cinangling Bike Park, camping ground, and the existence of the Cinangling Hydroelectric Power Station. With this combination of gardens, paddy fields and supporting facilities, Cisampih is directed to become an integrated garden-paddy agro-tourism. 6. Jambelaer Village, Dawuan District. Jambelaer Village, Dawuan District, which is about 15.5 km from the center of Subang City. This village has the potential for fruits and MSMEs for processed agricultural products like bananas. In addition, this village has a fast river flow as a supporting capacity for natural tourism. The Jambelaer development was designed using the ‘Overtime Fruit Park’ concept to boost productive garden-based tourism and the residents’ economy. 7. Curugagung Village, Sagalaherang District. Curugagung Village is included in the list of agricultural tourism villages with garden, forest and nature tourism characteristics. Several points that are tourist magnets in Curugagung include Durian Agrotourism, Limestone Hot Springs and Curug Cina. With the addition of rice fields, Curugagung is expected to become a destination that combines fruit, nature and waterfall tourism in one route. The #7explore overtime program aims to strengthen the village economy through tourism based on local potential, especially agriculture, gardens and natural landscapes. The Subang District Government assesses that the agritourism approach can open up new opportunities for the community, ranging from homestays, local culinary delights, agricultural education, to the sale of MSME products. By strengthening regulations of the province and district, the Subang Regency government ensures that the development of these seven agritourism villages will proceed in phases, with adaptation to village readiness and infrastructure support. Apart from the expansion of tourist destinations in Subang, this program also aims to become a model of sustainable town development, based on citizen participation, and the maintenance of local cultural and environmental values. (acn/ega)

Djakarta – Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences to President Prabowo Subianto for the flood and landslide disasters in Sumatra. Russia mourns citizens who have lost family members. “Dear Mr. President, please accept our heartfelt condolences regarding the loss of many lives and large-scale damage due to floods in the northern part of the island of Sumatra,” Putin said as seen on Instagram @rusemb_indonesia, Sunday (30/11/2025). “Russia feels sympathy for those who lost family and relatives in this natural disaster,” he said. Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENT Putin hopes that the affected areas can recover quickly, be safe and prosperous. “And hope that the affected areas can quickly return to normal, safe and prosperous life. Yours, Vladimir Putin,” he concluded. Previously, the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) said that the number of victims who died due to natural disasters from floods to landslides that hit Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra continues to increase. The death toll in North Sumatra reached 172 people, Aceh 54 people and West Sumatra 90 people. This data was presented on Sunday (30/11/2025) by the head of BNPB, Lt. Gen. TNI Suharyanto, relayed in a press conference seen on the BNPB broadcast channel. The total death toll has now reached 316 people. The following is data on the death toll and missing victims in the 3 provinces: Aceh: 54 people dead, 55 people missing. West Sumatra: 90 people are dead, 87 people are missing. North Sumatra: 172 people missing, 147 people missing. Suharyanto also called for accelerated disaster management. He said that electricity and water at the disaster site are currently relatively restored, although many have been cut off. “Electricity and water have also been relatively restored, but there are still many interruptions. We know that PLN has deployed its staff. We ask that this be done faster, especially in isolated areas, because it is also really needed by the community,” he said. (idn/idn)

Jakarta – Katib Syuriyah of the Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU) Executive Council KH Sarmidi Husna said there will be no removal of Saifullah Yusuf or Gus Ipul from the position of PBNU secretary general. This denial also rejected the decision of the tanfidziyah meeting chaired by general chairman Yahya Cholil Staquf (Gus Yahya) a few days ago. “It is not true (the removal of Gus Ipul as secretary general of PBNU),” Sarmidi told journalists on Sunday (30/11/2025). As is known, Gus Yahya appointed Amin Said Husni as Secretary General to replace Gus Ipul. In a written statement received on Friday (28/11), the decision on the rotation of a number of important positions within PBNU was made during the PBNU Daily Tanfidziyah meeting held on Friday afternoon. Gus Ipul has now been moved to the position of Chairman of PBNU for Education, Law and Media. Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENT Amin Said Husni, who is currently Secretary General, previously served as Deputy General Chairman of PBNU for Organization, Cadre Generation and Membership (OKK). The post of Deputy Deputy Commissioner for OKC is now filled by Masyhuri Malik. Rotation also takes place in the position of General Treasurer. The post previously held by Gudfan Arif Ghofur is now filled by Sumantri Suwarno. Meanwhile, Gudfan later became chairman of PBNU for Welfare. “This rotation step, as explained in the minutes of the meeting, was carried out to increase efficiency and organizational performance, and unravel internal bureaucratic blockages, including the problem of many decrees stuck on the secretary-general’s desk that are considered to be hindering the management of the organization,” said a written statement from PBNU. Apart from that, PBNU transferred the minutes of the meeting and also emphasized that the rotation of posts was carried out in accordance with the provisions of Article 94 of the NU By-Laws (ART) as well as Association Regulations Number 10 of 2025 and Number 13 of 2025. The decision to transfer posts was therefore fully made within the TanziPByah Executive Council. Apart from that, the meeting also concluded that it was necessary to refine the draft NU Roadmap 2025-2050, reorganize the use of space in the PBNU building, as well as further discussion of a number of inputs from Rais and the chairman of PWNU throughout Indonesia regarding preparations for Harlah NU. All meeting results will be brought to the Syuriyah and Tanfidziyah daily meetings for further discussion. Syuriya calls Gus Yahya’s dismissal legal Syuriya PBNU previously dismissed Gus Yahya from his position as Ketum. However, Gus Yahya said the dismissal letter was invalid because the documents did not meet administrative requirements. PBNU’s Katib Syuriyah confirmed that the dismissal letter was valid. However, there are technical obstacles associated with applying the stamp. Gus Yahya’s dismissal was stated in letter number 4785/PB.02/A.II.10.01/99/11/2025. The letter was signed by Deputy Rais Aam Afifuddin Muhajir and Katib Ahmad Tajul Mafakhir on November 25, 2025, at 21.22 WIB. “The first thing we need to clarify is that the PBNU circular number 4785/PB.02/A.II.10.01/99/11/2025 signed by Deputy Rais Aam PBNU KH Afifuddin Muhajir and Katib KH Ahmad Tajul Mafakhir is correct and legal,” said Thursday at a press conference in Sarmidi Husna in the Senaya. (27/11). Sarmidi said the decision letter was not stamped due to technical problems, so what was distributed to the public was a letter with the word ‘draft’ still written on it. “It’s just that there are technical problems, Mas Nur Hidayat will explain later, so the letter cannot be digitally stamped with Digdaya. That is why what is being distributed is a letter on which another draft is written. In fact, the letter is true and valid,” he stressed. (whn/knv)

Jakarta – The senior clerics of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) met at the Al-Falah Ploso Islamic Boarding School, Kediri, to discuss the dynamics that are heating up within the Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU) Executive Board. The kiai asked PBNU’s islah. Reported by detikJatim, Sunday (30/11/2025), the meeting was held at the NU Elsewhere Deliberation Forum initiated by the caretaker of the Lirboyo Islamic Boarding School, KH Anwar Manshur, and the caretaker of the Al-Falah Ploso Islamic Boarding School, KH Nuruli Huda Djazur. The forum was attended by people from various regions, both in person and online. Among them is KH. Anwar Mansur, KH. Nurul Huda Djazuli, KH. Ma’ruf Amin (via zoom), KH. Said Aqil Siroj (via zoom), KH. Abdullah Kafabihi Mahrus, KH. Abdul Hannan Ma’shum, KH. Kholil As’ad, KH. Ubaidullah Shodaqoh, KH. Dr. Umar Wahid (via zoom), and KH. Abdullah Ubab Maimoen (via zoom). Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENT The NU Elsewhere Forum has expressed deep concern about the internal conditions that have recently occurred at PBNU. This was said by the representative of the senior kiai after the meeting, KH. Athoillah Sholahuddin Anwar, KH Oing Abdul Muid Shohib (Gus Muid) of the Islamic residence Lirboyo Kediri, and KH. Muhammad Abdurrahman Al Kautsar of Al Falah Ploso Islamic Boarding School, Kediri. “The elder kiai hopes that soon there will be an agreement for the good of Jam’iyyah,” said Gus Muid, Sunday (30/11/2025). The elders also called on parties in conflict to desist from making statements in the media, especially those that have the potential to expose shame and damage the reputation of the organization. “All forms of statements that have the potential to escalate the situation must be stopped in order to preserve the honor of Nahdlatul Ulama,” explained Gus Muid. It is known that Rais Aam PBNU, KH Miftachul Akhyar, has emphasized that KH Yahya Cholil Staquf will no longer serve as chairman of PBNU since November 26, 2025. Miftachul said that PBNU’s leadership is now in the hands of Rais Aam. Meanwhile, Gus Yahya emphasized that he is still the chairman of PBNU, saying that the change of chairman can only be done by the Congress. Read more here (lir/knv)