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VHP expresses concern over declining Hindu population growth rate; advocates for 2-3 children per family

Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 7: Expressing concern over declining Hindu population growth rate, Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has stressed the need for every family to have two to three kids.

African youth, driving force for development of world's 'youngest' continent

Nairobi, Jan 19: On a sleek train between Nairobi and Mombasa, young stewards warmly welcome passengers. In the bustling Sino-Uganda Mbale Industrial Park, young workers proudly produce goods stamped with "Made in Africa." In Nigeria, young employees efficiently manage parcel deliveries at a booming e-commerce logistics hub.

GCC population reaches 57.6 million in 2023

Muscat, January 4: The population of the six GCC countries reached 57.6 million in 2023, compared to 56.6 million in 2022. Males accounted for 62.4per cent of the total population, while females made up 37.6 per cent.