2 Minute History January 26th

January 26th has been marked by significant global events, including the arrival of the First Fleet in Australia in 1788, marking the start of European settlement. In 1950, India celebrated its first Republic Day, establishing itself as a republic. The Space Shuttle Challenger disaster in 1986 led to changes in NASA's safety protocols. In 1998, President Clinton's denial of relations with Monica Lewinsky became a prelude to his impeachment. Lastly, the 2001 Gujarat earthquake underscored the need for better emergency response and infrastructure resilience.