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Vishwa Hindu Parishad to launch nationwide campaign to advocate from freeing temples from government control
New Delhi, April 17: During a recent Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) meeting held during the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, the organization resolved to launch a nationwide awareness campaign. The campaign aims to advocate for freeing temples from government control, promoting greater autonomy for Hindu religious institutions, a press release from VHP said.
Japan's population declines for 14th consecutive year
Tokyo, April 14: Japan's total population, including foreign residents, amounted to 123.802 million as of October 1, 2024, data from Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications showed Monday.
Over 76,000 people died alone in Japan in 2024
Tokyo, April 11: A total of 76,020 people died alone in their homes in Japan in 2024, with 76.4 per cent aged 65 or older, according to data released by the National Police Agency on Friday.
Sri Lanka's population increases by over 1.4 million to 21.76 million
Colombo, April 7: The total population of Sri Lanka reported in the Census of Population and Housing 2024 is 21,763,170, an increase of 1,403,731 over the total population reported in the Census of Population and Housing 2012, the country's Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) said on Monday.
S. Korea's childbirths rise for 7th month straight in January
Seoul, March 26: The number of babies born in South Korea increased for the seventh consecutive month in January, showed data on Wednesday, in a positive sign for a country struggling with a demographic crisis.
No. of S. Koreans viewing marriage as a must inches up in 2024: Report
Seoul, March 25: The proportion of South Koreans considering marriage essential increased last year, a government report showed on Tuesday.
S. Korea may log negative growth from 2050 if low birth rate continues: BOK chief
Seoul, March 14: The chief of the South Korean central bank on Friday warned that the current level of ultra-low birth rate will cause South Korea to log negative economic growth after 2050, calling for measures to ease intense competition and burdens regarding employment, housing and childcare.
India's senior population to reach 346 million by 2050: Report
New Delhi, March 8: India's elderly population is expected to reach 346 million by 2050, a new report said on Saturday.
Telangana constitutes independent panel to study caste survey data
Hyderabad, March 7: The Telangana government on Friday constituted an independent advisory committee of sociologists to thoroughly study the data of the recently conducted caste survey in the state.
Chandrababu Naidu bats for incentives for families to have more children
New Delhi, March 5: Voicing concern over the challenges posed by South India's demographic trends, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday advocated incentives for families to have more children.
Rural India spending more time on learning activities, women take lead: Centre
New Delhi, Feb 27: More people living in rural areas spent their time in learning activities in 2024 than those in urban areas, according to a survey by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin warns of possible decrease in MPs due to population control success
Chennai, February 25: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has expressed concerns over a potential reduction in the number of Members of Parliament (MPs) from the state, following the success of population control measures.
China's marriage rate drop to record low, upswing of divorces
Beijing, February 10: China's marriage rate hit a record low in 2024, continuing a troubling trend despite the government's efforts to encourage young people to marry and have children, CNN reported.
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.
Most scientific, transparent, accurate population study since Independence Telangana minister Uttam Kumar Reddy lauds state's caste survey
Hyderabad, February 5: Telangana Irrigation and Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said on Wednesday that the caste-based socio-economic survey conducted by the Congress-led state government was the "most scientific, transparent, and accurate population study since Independence."
Young residents drive Tokyo's population influx
Tokyo, Feb 1: Tokyo saw a net population inflow of approximately 79,000 people in 2024, marking an increase of over 11,000 from the previous year, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
South Korea set to post 1st increase in birth rate in nearly decade: Data
Seoul, Jan 27: South Korea's birth rate is projected to have increased in 2024 for the first time in nine years but show significant regional differences, the statistics agency said on Monday.
We are suffering illegal migration in this country of millions: V-P Jagdeep Dhankhar
Raipur, January 21: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Tuesday that the problem of illegal migration is taking the shape of unmanageable proportions and it has the potential to upset our electoral mechanisms.
S. Korea's childbirth rate rose highest in 14 years in November 2024
Seoul, Jan 22: The number of babies born in South Korea rose at the fastest rate in 14 years in November, driven partly by an increase in marriages in the post-pandemic era and shifting perceptions toward marriage and parenthood, the country's statistics agency said on Wednesday.
US: Hindus for America highlights growing Indian American support for Trump
Washington DC, January 20: Founder and chairman of Hindus for America First PAC, Utsav Sanduja, spoke about the growing support for US President-elect Donald Trump from the Indian American community, stating that the backing from the community grew from 22 per cent in 2020 to 31 per cent in 2024.
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.
Mizoram women again outnumber male voters in electoral rolls
Aizawl, Jan 6: The gender ratio in the electoral rolls of Mizoram is 1,066, surpassing the national average, officials said here on Monday.
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.
With 2,42,334 newborn babies in 2024, South Korea records rise in birthrate after nine years
Seoul, January 3: The number of newborns in South Korea increased last year for the first time in nine years, according to government data released on Friday. This marks a significant shift for a country facing one of the world's lowest fertility rates, Yonhap News Agency reported.