This campaign is a tribute to the things that fuel their spirits – from the music that sets the beat of their lives, to the fashion that lets them express their individuality. 

The report found that 57 percent of 15-year-olds had drunk alcohol at least once, for girls the figure was 59 percent, compared to 56 percent of boys.

Recognising the important role youths can play in the region, the South Asian countries have decided to finalise a SAARC Youth Charter and Action Plan in the upcoming Council of Ministers meeting in Nepal.

Speakers at a conference yesterday urged the youths to be innovative and skilful so that they could lead the country.

Police rescued a 15-year-old schoolgirl on Sunday night, 11 days after she was abducted on her way to school in Sitakunda upazila by some youths.