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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.
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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.
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Jharkhand Police Use Lathi-Charge on Student Protesters Over Exam Irregularities
Police in Jharkhand resorted to what they described as a mild lathi-charge during student protests on Monday over alleged irregularities in state recruitment examinations. The demonstrations, initially described as peaceful, turned disruptive, leaving 14 police personnel injured. Authorities have announced plans to review CCTV footage to identify individuals responsible for instigating the unrest. Officials indicated that action will be taken against those found to have disrupted the otherwise peaceful protest.
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Florida woman loses arm in alligator attack on Silver River, rescued by boater
A woman paddleboarding on Florida's Silver River was attacked by a nearly 10-foot alligator that grabbed her arm and pulled her underwater. The reptile tore off her arm, leaving her with a severe injury. A nearby boater, John Gamache, intervened by frightening the alligator away. Gamache then used a rope as a tourniquet to control the victim's bleeding until emergency responders arrived. The woman was transported to a hospital for medical treatment following the ordeal.
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24 Kolkata Schoolgirls Hospitalised After Falling Ill on Monday Night
At least 24 female students from a Kolkata school were taken to RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on Monday night after suddenly falling ill. The incident was confirmed by an official at the medical facility. The girls were rushed to the hospital as a precautionary measure following their sudden deterioration in health. The exact cause of their illness has not yet been officially disclosed.
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Jharkhand Activist Devendra Mahto Hospitalised After 9-Day Hunger Strike
JLKM leader Devendra Nath Mahto was hospitalised after his health deteriorated following a nine-day hunger strike. Mahto had been protesting against alleged irregularities in Jharkhand's recruitment examinations. His condition worsened as the strike progressed, necessitating medical intervention. The protest highlights ongoing concerns about the integrity of the state's recruitment process.
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BJP MP Misattributes Rajasthan Drug Video as Punjab in Social Media Post
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh shared a video on X claiming it depicted drug abuse among youth in Punjab. The video, however, turned out to originate from Rajasthan, not Punjab. Singh had expressed concern over Punjab's youth while sharing the clip, stating they 'deserve better.' The incident highlights the spread of misinformation on social media, including by public figures. The misattribution was flagged and reported by NDTV.
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Two CJP Protesters Hospitalized After Police Intervention, Hunger Strike Continues
Two youths, Manish Brahmabhatt and Rahul Pandya, were hospitalized on Monday after police forcibly intervened in their indefinite hunger strike against the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) founder. The protesters had been demonstrating against the organization's core committee list, alleging that they were unfairly excluded in favor of newer members. They accused the CJP leadership of favoritism in the selection process. Despite the hospitalization of the two leaders, the protest has not subsided, with new volunteers stepping in to continue the hunger strike in their absence.
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39-Week Pregnant Woman Performs 15-Min CPR to Save Husband From Cardiac Arrest
A woman who was 39 weeks pregnant saved her husband's life after his heart suddenly stopped beating in the middle of the night. She performed CPR on him for approximately 15 minutes until help arrived. The husband was hospitalised and remained in a coma in the days that followed. During this period, the couple's newborn daughter was brought to meet her father while he was still unconscious. The family described the emotionally overwhelming series of events as the most extraordinary experience of their lives.