January 2, 2026

China Starts Taxing Condoms to Boost Falling Birth Rates

China has begun taxing condoms and contraceptives for the first time in 30 years to tackle its declining population. The government also offers child subsidies but birth rates keep falling amid high costs and aging.

January 2, 2026

Aboriginal Mother Dies in Tennant Creek Watch House; Calls for Independent Probe

A 44-year-old Aboriginal mother died at Tennant Creek watch house after a medical episode. NT police are investigating, but Aboriginal groups demand an independent inquiry for fairness and trust.

January 2, 2026

Swiss Crans-Montana Bar Fire Kills 40, Injures 115; Victims Sent Across Europe for Care

A deadly fire in a Swiss ski resort bar killed around 40 people and injured 115. Victims are being treated in burns units across Europe while authorities work to identify the severely burned dead.

January 2, 2026

Infant Dies in Indore After Water Contamination Sparks Diarrhoea Outbreak

A six-month-old baby in Indore died after drinking contaminated water. Over 1400 people fell ill in Bhagirathpura due to a vomiting-diarrhoea outbreak. The government offered ₹2 lakh compensation, but the family refused it.

January 2, 2026

Girl Dies After Ragging, Sexual Harassment at Himachal College; Four Booked

Three students and a professor of a Himachal government college were booked for ragging and sexual harassment after a 19-year-old girl died in hospital. The charges were filed following a complaint by the victim's father.