January 12, 2026

UNSW Launches Bengaluru Campus at Manyata Tech Park in August 2026

Australia's UNSW will open a new Bengaluru campus in Manyata Tech Park this August. It will offer degrees in commerce, media, computer science, data science, and cyber security with strong industry links.

January 12, 2026

Sonam Wangchuk Challenges Detention in Supreme Court Over Ladakh Protests

Sonam Wangchuk told the Supreme Court that his detention after Ladakh protests was based on vague and copied grounds. His lawyer, Kapil Sibal, argued the detention order ignored evidence and misrepresented facts. They also questioned a key part of the National Security Act used against him.

January 12, 2026

Perumpadappu Residents Protest Severe Water Shortage and Contamination

Residents of Perumpadappu marched to Kerala Water Authority demanding clean water. Over 100 families face dirty and salty supply, relying on bottled water.

January 12, 2026

Three Men Wanted for Scamming $10K from 91-Year-Old in Melbourne

Victoria Police have released photos of three men accused of scamming a 91-year-old Melbourne woman out of over $10,000. They gained remote access to her bank, took her cards, and made several transactions. The suspects are believed to be Mediterranean or Middle Eastern men driving a black Honda Sedan.

January 12, 2026

US Cancels Over 100,000 Visas in 2025 After Stricter Vetting Rules

The US State Department revoked 100,000+ visas in 2025, more than double last year's figure, after new rules made visa checks tougher. Student, work, business, and tourist visas faced cancellations, especially after legal troubles or overstays.

January 12, 2026

US Plans to Exploit Venezuela Oil Could Use 13% of Global Carbon Budget, Threatening Climate Goals

The US plan to increase oil production in Venezuela may consume 13% of the world’s carbon budget, risking a higher global temperature rise and worsening climate change.

January 12, 2026

Justice Sujoy Paul Recommended as Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court. He is currently a judge there and belongs to the Madhya Pradesh High Court. This follows several recent Chief Justice appointments across India.

January 12, 2026

MeitY Denies Forcing Phone Makers to Reveal Core Source Code; Calls Talks Routine

India's IT Ministry says talks with phone companies like Apple and Xiaomi on sharing source code are routine and open. Industry reps confirm no new concerns over these consultations linked to the 2023 Telecommunications Act.

January 12, 2026

Nellore Police Bust Car Theft Gang, Arrest Two and Seize 5 Stolen Cars

Nellore police arrested two members of a car theft gang and seized five stolen cars worth ₹1.20 crore. The gang stole vehicles from Delhi, Maharashtra, and Haryana, then sold them locally with fake papers.

January 12, 2026

Two Healthcare Workers in West Bengal Suspected of Nipah Virus; Treatment and Contact Tracing Ongoing

Two healthcare workers in West Bengal are suspected to have Nipah virus and are under treatment. State and central health teams are conducting contact tracing and supporting containment efforts.