Population

Why Switzerland is proposing to cap its population to 10 million

Switzerland is set to hold a landmark vote on June 14 to cap the country’s growing population. The initiative would allow Swiss authorities to limit new entries once the country’s permanent population — currently 9.1 million — crosses the 9.5-million mark

Switzerland to Vote on Capping Population at 10 Million | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Switzerland is set to hold a referendum on capping the country's population at 10 million until 2050. Right-wing parties that support the proposal say that overpopulation is draining resources and eroding Swiss culture. Will a population cap help Switzerland or will it stunt the country's economy? Palki Sharma tells you. Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V

How Budget 2026 speaks directly to Gen Z for the first time

Budget 2026 marks a shift in India’s economic storytelling, moving beyond taxes and deficits to reflect Gen-Z realities. From creative careers and AI-driven jobs to global travel, concerts, mental health and sports, the Budget aligns policy with how young Indians live, earn and spend

In Graphics | With China’s population declining, a look at how Beijing caused a demographic crisis

China's population fell again, marking the fourth straight year of decline. According to new government data released this week, the nation recorded its lowest birth rate since the 1949 communist revolution. But is China’s population collapsing?

China's condom conundrum: If you can't afford a taxed contraceptive, can you afford to raise a child?

China’s decision to reintroduce a 13 per cent VAT on condoms and other contraceptives comes as the country battles a steep decline in births. Ending a three-decade exemption, the policy reflects Beijing’s shift from restricting population growth to encouraging it, even as rising costs challenge efforts to boost fertility

Russia battles demographic crisis with restrictive measures and family incentives

Despite years of state incentives and restrictions, Russia’s birth rate continues to plummet amid war, economic strain, and social control

Indian women are having fewer children. Is this good news or bad?

India’s total fertility rate (TFR) has declined to 1.9 births per woman, below the replacement level of 2.1, as per a recent United Nations demographic report. This means women are having fewer children than required to maintain a stable population. But is it a cause of concern yet?

Can China’s ‘silver trains’ for the elderly bring the economy on track?

China has announced plans to launch ‘silver trains’ for senior citizens by 2027. Designed for the comfort and safety of the ageing population, the trains will be equipped with handrails, oxygen bottles, and emergency call buttons and will have medical staff and carers on board. The government hopes this will encourage older people to travel and spend more

In eight years, US population will start shrinking: Govt report

The CBO's 2025 report has projected that the population of United States will reach 372 million by 2055. This is due to a slowing growth rate of just 0.2 per cent annually over the next 30 years.

Naidu, Stalin and now Bhagwat flag India’s falling TFR: 8 things to know

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat advocated expressed concern over India’s declining population growth and advocated for each couple to have at least three children. He said if the total fertility rate (TFR) of a society falls below 2.1, it faces risk of extinction