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Monday, January 5, 2026
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Topic: Austria

Austrian skydiver & extreme sports pioneer Felix Baumgartner dies while paragliding in Italy

Baumgartner was known for record-breaking skydive from edge of space. He lost control of his motorised paraglider while flying over Porto Sant'Elpidio in Italy's central Marche region.

At least 9 killed in school shooting in Austria, mayor says shooter dead

At least 9 killed in school shooting in Austria, mayor says shooter dead

At least 8 killed in Austrian school shooting; reports suggest shooter may be among dead

At least 8 killed in Austrian school shooting; reports suggest shooter may be among dead

Austria votes for new parliament with far-right bidding for historic win

Whoever wins will fall short of an absolute majority, polls show, but will claim the right to lead a coalition government.

Austria increases financial support to UNDP

The country has allocated EUR 1.22 million for the year 2024 to bolster UNDP's global initiatives.

India’s role ‘especially important’ for peace between Russia & Ukraine, says Austrian Chancellor

Narendra Modi, 1st Indian leader in 41 years to visit Austria, met Chancellor Karl Nehammer in Vienna Wednesday, discussed Russia-Ukraine war, situation in West Asia & economic ties.

On Camera

Trump is tying his legacy to whatever happens in Venezuela

A bad turn in Venezuela would raise the same questions that have dogged the unlawful US strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean: Why now, and why at all?

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.