Health

New research suggests that loneliness and body-image concerns may play an important role in the mental health gap between adolescent girls and boys. The study highlights how feelings of disconnection, belonging and pressure around appearance may be connected to depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation during adolescence.

Nearly half of young Indians surveyed by Mpower said they deal with difficult emotions alone. The findings reveal why many young adults hide distress, avoid conversations and hesitate to seek professional support.

New research from Chennai challenges the assumption that students struggling with substance use will necessarily miss school, highlighting why attendance alone may not reveal adolescent wellbeing.

Indian and US troops conduct a live-firing exercise involving the M777 Ultra Light Howitzer at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Bikaner, highlighting military cooperation and knowledge exchange.

Raphinha has started Barcelona's LaLiga campaign with 12 goals in seven games, surpassing Lionel Messi's best start at the same stage. But the Champions League will provide a tougher test of his remarkable form.

Raphinha scored three goals as Barcelona came from behind to beat Sevilla 3-1, securing their seventh straight LaLiga victory.

Indian teenagers are often at the centre of conversations about mental health, but are they actually being heard? From academic pressure and stigma to counselling and youth participation, meaningful mental-health support begins with listening to what young people experience and need.

Mental health is becoming a more open conversation among young Indians, but awareness does not always translate into reaching out for help. A 2026 survey highlights the gap between recognising emotional struggles and feeling comfortable seeking non-judgmental support.