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Two cases of the deadly Nipah virus have been confirmed in India's West Bengal state, and at least 190 people have been quarantined. It's prompted multiple countries in Asia to step up airport screenings to prevent the spread of the infection, which currently has no vaccine or proven treatment. Health Minister Mark Butler says the Australian government is closely monitoring the outbreak. Experts caution that while Nipah is a dangerous virus with a high fatality rate, it does not spread easily from person to person.

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On 30 January 1948, Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on the steps of Birla House in New Delhi while on his way to lead his multi-faith evening prayers. In this episode, we speak with Dr Vedabhayas Kundu, Program Officer at Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti in New Delhi. He shares how the world responded to the news of his assassination and reflects on why Mahatma Gandhi continues to be remembered worldwide 78 years after his death.

More than $140,000 has been raised by the community to support the families of two men who lost their lives at the Never Never River in NSW. Fundraiser organiser Sunita Kalkal, a family friend of Sahil Batra, expresses gratitude for the compassion shown by volunteers and supporters. Sachin Khillan’s coworker Preeti Barot remembers him warmly and speaks about how colleagues are coping. However, both speakers call for empathy and sensitivity in online conversations, noting the lasting impact of negativity on grieving families.

Hare Ram Pandey, a farmer from Jharkhand, adopted an abandoned newborn baby girl he found in a dire condition and took full responsibility for her care. Over time, he rescued and welcomed several other orphaned girls into his home, raising them as his own. Today, he is the guardian of 35 girls. Whenever abandoned children are found, people reach out to him for help. He has also registered his name on all the girls’ Aadhaar cards, ensuring they receive identity, dignity and recognition.

Vasudeva Kriya Yoga is a Victoria-based, not-for-profit yoga organisation that serves thousands of yoga enthusiasts. Beyond meeting the needs of its community, it showcases Australia’s meaningful contribution to global wellness, inclusivity and multicultural engagement through yoga. Recently, it was awarded the Prime Minister’s Yoga Award 2022 by Indian PM Narendra Modi. SBS Hindi spoke with the organisation’s founder, Rajendra Yenkannamoole, to learn more.

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Scientists warn Australia’s summers are undergoing a "total transformation," with climate change making extreme heatwaves more frequent and intense. A new World Weather Attribution study finds recent blistering heat was five times more likely due to global warming. As south-eastern states brace for another severe heatwave and soaring temperatures above 40 degrees, experts caution that heat poses serious health risks and can worsen bushfire conditions.

Donald Trump’s renewed military actions and aggressive trade policies — including strikes on Venezuela, threats toward Greenland, and escalating tariffs — have unsettled US allies. In this podcast, experts discuss Australia’s current global position and whether it is reconsidering its long-standing alliance with the United States.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 28/01/2026

ऑस्ट्रेलिया और भारत समेत दुनिया भर से 26/01/2026 के प्रमुख समाचार हिंदी में सुनें।

India and the European Union have struck a landmark free trade agreement after nearly two decades of negotiations. The agreement will eliminate or reduce tariffs on 96.6 per cent of EU exports to India, with the EU reciprocating on nearly 99 per cent of Indian exports. It also outlines a framework for deeper defence and security cooperation, along with a separate agreement designed to ease mobility for skilled workers and students.

Over the years, there have been high-level political engagements between Australia and India. Both countries have a shared vision for a stable Indo-Pacific region. Speaking to SBS Hindi, outgoing Indian High Commissioner to Australia Gopal Baglay reflected on the strategic partnerships developed across multiple sectors, as well as the surprising lessons he learned about Australian coffee culture. He also expressed hope for the active negotiation of the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) to expand on ECTA, focusing on critical minerals, digital trade, and education.

Shyam Ratan Das, who migrated to Australia in 1988, has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia on Australia Day 2026. From his modest beginnings running a travel agency, he rose to become Chair of the Council of Indian Federations of Australia. Over the years, he has tirelessly supported the community across a wide range of issues, including Independence Day celebrations, domestic violence, cyber bullying, and mental health, making a lasting impact on the lives of many.

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