January 22, 2026

Bengaluru Hospital Performs Dual Robot-Assisted Heart and Prostate Cancer Surgery in One Session

A Bengaluru hospital successfully combined robot-assisted heart bypass and prostate cancer removal surgeries in a single session for a 56-year-old NRI patient. This rare, complex procedure cut recovery time and avoided risks linked to multiple operations.

January 22, 2026

Australia Mourns Bondi Attack Victims with Kindness and Memorials

Australia marks a national day of mourning for the 15 victims of the December 14 Bondi terror attack. Citizens performed good deeds under the One Mitzvah for Bondi scheme while memorials and services honored those lost.

January 22, 2026

Queensland PhD Student Charged Over Australia Day Molotov Cocktail Terror Plot

A 24-year-old Queensland PhD candidate faces terrorism charges for allegedly planning a Molotov cocktail attack on Australia Day. He aimed to replace government with AI-led 'cybernetics' rule. Bail denied, court hears disturbing online posts.

January 22, 2026

Supreme Court Split on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act on Prior Approval for Investigations

A two-judge Supreme Court bench delivered a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which mandates government approval before investigating public servants for offences in official duties. One judge supports approval by an independent body; the other calls the section unconstitutional. The case will be referred to a larger bench.

January 22, 2026

Historic Constituent Assembly Debate Decided India's Official Numerals

In 1949, India’s Constituent Assembly faced a tough debate: use Devanagari numerals or international ones? After heated talks and a tie vote, they chose international numerals to unite the nation and boost scientific progress.

January 22, 2026

Two Colonial Monuments Vandalised in Melbourne’s Flagstaff Gardens Overnight

Two historic colonial monuments in Melbourne’s Flagstaff Gardens were vandalised overnight. Police found red paint slogans and smashed stones. The government condemned the acts and investigations are ongoing.

January 22, 2026

Wind and Solar Beat Fossil Fuels in EU Power for First Time in 2025

Wind and solar generated 30% of the EU's electricity in 2025, overtaking fossil fuels at 29%. Solar hit a record 13% share, driving Europe’s clean energy shift.

January 22, 2026

Man Declared Dead Wakes Up in Body Bag in Mississippi Miracle

Walter Williams, 78, was declared dead from heart failure and sent to a funeral home. Staff found him moving just before embalming. He was rushed back to hospital and lived two more weeks.

January 22, 2026

OECD urges Australia to expand GST, cut emissions, and boost social housing ahead of budget

The OECD calls on Australia to broaden GST, reduce carbon emissions, and increase social housing. The group says economic growth is improving but challenges remain, pushing for bold government reforms.

January 22, 2026

Curtis Yarvin Faces Backlash for Mocking India’s Aadhaar in US ID Debate

Far-right writer Curtis Yarvin praised India’s Aadhaar biometric ID but sparked anger by using racist slurs. The row spotlights flaws in the US Social Security Number system and the benefits of biometric identity.