January 12, 2026

Heatwave Kills Thousands of Flying Foxes Across Southeast Australia

A brutal heatwave in southeast Australia caused the deaths of thousands of flying foxes, especially vulnerable grey-headed bats, the worst event since black summer. Volunteers struggled to rescue orphaned pups amid soaring temperatures above 42°C.

January 12, 2026

ISRO Faces Back-to-Back PSLV Rocket Failures With Third Stage Issues

ISRO's trusted PSLV rocket failed two times in a row. The PSLV-C61 and PSLV-C62 missions faced problems in the third stage solid motor, leading to mission aborts and loss of satellites, including spy satellites. The full investigation report remains classified due to military and quality concerns.

January 12, 2026

ECI May Take Action Against Officer Mousam Sarkar Over Election Roll Discrepancies

Mousam Sarkar, electoral officer in West Bengal, faces possible action for publicly questioning flaws in voter revision. He defends his stand as being in public interest.

January 12, 2026

Three Dead in High-Speed Head-On Collision in Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode

A fatal head-on crash early Monday in Kunnamangalam, Kerala, killed three people instantly. Two other injured are hospitalized. High speed was blamed.

January 12, 2026

Indian High Commission Celebrates Pongal Festival with 1,500 Migrant Workers in Singapore

Nearly 1,500 Indian migrant workers joined the Indian High Commission in Singapore for a lively Pongal celebration. The festival showcased Tamil culture with music, dance, and traditional arts, bringing together workers, volunteers, and officials for a joyful day of community and culture.