NewsIMTSVice President C P Radhakrishnan urged JSS Academy graduates in Mysuru to work hard without focusing on rewards during a convocation address on 10 November 2025. He advised students to avoid mobile addiction and respect elders while quoting Vivekananda's famous call. The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 Quiz saw participation from over 50 lakh youth across all states and UTs, with nearly equal gender representation. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Haryana and West Bengal had the highest participation. The second phase will invite 2.56 lakh shortlisted youth to submit essays on national themes in any of 22 Indian languages by 20 November. Meanwhile, the fifth IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon in Goa attracted over 1,300 athletes from 31 countries, with PM Modi praising the event for contributing to the Fit India movement. The competition featured swimming, cycling and running segments, while the IRONKIDS race had over 900 child participants. (Updated 11 Nov 2025, 11:10 IST; source: link)
Viksit Bharat Quiz Attracts 50 Lakh Young Participants
The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 Quiz has seen remarkable participation with over 50 lakh youth from across India taking part. The quiz drew contestants from all states and Union Territories with nearly equal representation of male and female participants. Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Haryana and West Bengal recorded the highest number of participants. The competition has now moved to its second phase, where 2.56 lakh shortlisted youth will submit essays on national themes. Participants can write these essays in any of the 22 scheduled Indian languages, with submissions due by 20 November.
Vice President Addresses Graduates on Hard Work and Values
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan delivered an inspiring address to graduates at JSS Academy in Mysuru during a convocation ceremony on 10 November 2025. He encouraged the students to work diligently without being overly concerned about rewards. The Vice President cautioned young people against mobile phone addiction and emphasized the importance of respecting elders in society. During his speech, he quoted Swami Vivekananda's famous call to youth, connecting traditional values with modern education. His address aligned with the themes of youth development and national progress that are central to the Viksit Bharat initiative.
Key Points
- Vice President C P Radhakrishnan urged JSS Academy graduates in Mysuru to work hard without focusing on rewards during a convocation address on 10 November 2025.
- He advised students to avoid mobile addiction and respect elders while quoting Vivekananda's famous call.
- The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 Quiz saw participation from over 50 lakh youth across all states and UTs, with nearly equal gender representation.
