Victorian Student Data Exposed in Cyberattack; SA Premier Defends Randa Abdel-Fattah Criticism

January 15, 2026

Victorian Student Data Exposed in Cyberattack; SA Premier Defends Randa Abdel-Fattah Criticism

Victorian public school student data was hacked, exposing sensitive info. The education department is investigating. Meanwhile, SA Premier Peter Malinauskas stands by his remarks on writer Randa Abdel-Fattah amid defamation threats.

US Launches Second Phase of Gaza Ceasefire with Palestinian Committee Plan

January 15, 2026

US Launches Second Phase of Gaza Ceasefire with Palestinian Committee Plan

The US has started the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, planning a Palestinian technocrats committee to manage Gaza. The focus is on demilitarization and reconstruction while Israeli attacks have eased but continue.

Indian Naval Ship Kaundinya Arrives in Muscat, Boosts India-Oman Maritime Ties

January 15, 2026

Indian Naval Ship Kaundinya Arrives in Muscat, Boosts India-Oman Maritime Ties

The Indian naval vessel Kaundinya reached Muscat after its maiden voyage from Gujarat. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal welcomed the crew, stressing strong India-Oman friendship and new maritime cooperation efforts.

Disturbing Tehran Morgue Videos Reveal Brutality of Iran’s Protest Crackdown

January 15, 2026

Disturbing Tehran Morgue Videos Reveal Brutality of Iran’s Protest Crackdown

Graphic videos from Tehran's Kahrizak mortuary show nearly 200 bodies after Iran’s violent government crackdown on protests. The footage exposes shocking wounds and the scale of unrest across 68+ cities under an internet blackout.

Andhra Pradesh Plans Self-Financing Urban Growth Inspired by Mumbai's Model

January 15, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Plans Self-Financing Urban Growth Inspired by Mumbai's Model

Andhra Pradesh government studied Mumbai's urban growth models to design self-financing, investment-driven development in Vizag Economic Region. Key Mumbai practices like land monetisation and transit-oriented development will guide the state's future city projects.