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PM Modi urges youth to leverage social media in fight against drug addiction

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on young Indians to creatively use social media platforms to combat the growing drug menace in the country. He made this appeal as part of a broader message encouraging youth to take an active role in addressing social issues. Modi also highlighted the achievements of the PM SVANidhi scheme, which has supported women's financial independence. Around 35 lakh women have benefited from the scheme, using it to strengthen and grow their businesses.

Wangchuk: CJP leaders can have political ambitions if platform stays neutral

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has acknowledged that organizers of the Cockroach Janta Party movement hold political ambitions. He stated that such aspirations are not inherently wrong, provided the platform continues to operate as a non-party entity. Wangchuk described the CJP organizers as well-intentioned and capable individuals, noting no current signs of corruption among them. He advised the group to preserve its identity as a neutral pressure group in order to retain broader public support.

Nepal Flood Rescue: 900 Still Missing Near Hydro Projects, India Offers Aid

Search operations have intensified in Nepal following catastrophic floods that have claimed at least 810 lives across Nepal and Tibet. Over 900 people remain missing, with rescue teams deploying advanced equipment at the Upper Trishuli-3A hydropower project to locate survivors. A tunnel entrance at the site has been identified, marking a key development in the search effort. Several Indian nationals are among the missing, prompting India to step in with technical expertise and humanitarian assistance. The disaster has drawn regional attention due to the scale of casualties and the involvement of foreign nationals.

PM Modi likely to hold bilateral talks with Iranian president