'Historical necessity to make Rahul Gandhi PM': Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

Physicist Deepak Dhar wins 2026 Dirac Medal

India loses 10,000 government elementary schools in a single year

The number of government elementary schools in India declined by approximately 10,000 within a single year, according to recent data. Meghalaya and Telangana recorded the sharpest drops among all states. The reduction raises concerns about access to public primary education, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Analysts suggest school consolidation drives and shifting enrollment patterns may be contributing factors. The decline underscores growing scrutiny over the state of government-run elementary education infrastructure across the country.

Airbus and French Agency to Join Phuket Flight Crash Investigation

Airbus and France's aviation safety agency are set to participate in the investigation into a flight incident in Phuket, Thailand. Investigators are examining both pilot behaviour and potential technical issues as part of the probe. The involvement of the aircraft manufacturer and the French authority suggests the inquiry has taken on an international dimension. French participation is standard procedure when aircraft built in France are involved in aviation accidents or incidents.

What's in a name? Pak boxer's hate for 'Narendra'