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Monthly Archives: April, 2022

Morrison promises cheaper medicines as cost-of-living pressure grows

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In the recent budget the Coalition invested over $525 million to make medicines more affordable for 2.4 million Australians by lowering the PBS Safety Net threshold from 1 July 2022, benefiting concession card holders and general patients. 

Sharmaji Namkeen: A sweet and memorable dish served with a twist

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While Rishi Kapoor and Paresh Rawal are truly namkeen in this film, Juhi Chawla brings in the charming sweetness with her role.

Former Australian PM Tony Abbott praises India’s manufacturing base

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Tony Abbott is considered one of the key architects of the newly signed comprehensive interim free-trade agreement that permits zero-duty trade on several items.

Some Indian international students are waiting for their visas after almost two years of admission

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“I applied for the student subclass 500 visa on Jan. 14, 2021. And I have been waiting for my visa for 15 months. I haven’t received any updates on my visa for the last 13 months.”

Taxpayers warned of a new scam involving fake ATO websites

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ATO is concerned about this recent increase in the number of victims reporting scams around TFN and ABN applications.

Can your mobile phone get a virus? Yes – and you’ll have to look carefully to see the signs

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A virus can limit your phone’s functionality, send your personal information to hackers, and send your contacts spam messages linking to malware.

Tourism Australia announces a new travel campaign inviting Indian tourists 

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"There has never been a better time to hop on Down Under for a holiday, see the family, & watch the upcoming #T20WorldCup. We look forward to welcoming our friends soon!"

Billboard of terrorist ‘Bhindranwale’ responsible for killing thousands of Hindus and Sikhs leaves Indian Australians shocked and dismayed

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“Displaying such advertising is unbecoming and also gives a platform to extremist views.”

RBA to raise cash rate within week amid inflation rate increase to 5.1 per cent 

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The rise in the cash rate will force banks to raise borrowing costs for households and businesses.

Australian diplomat says Britain shouldn’t feel guilty about its colonial past and Empire

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The narrative that British Empire was benevolent and colonialism beneficial to the colonies has been accepted amongst 50 percent of people.

Australian companies should follow IP laws while expanding in India

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On this World IP Day, it is important to understand importance of Intellectual Property in business growth and developing partnerships between Australia and India.

Public warning issued on making payments outside of building contract terms

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Home owners in Queensland are urged to seek legal advice before making payments that fall outside the terms of a fixed price building contract under the guise of ‘contract variations’.

ABC’s India reporter called out for allegedly spreading ‘uninformed and bigoted misinformation’

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In her now deleted tweet, Avani Dias targetted Sadhguru for supporting CAA which "doesn't offer Muslim refugees citizenship in India."

Swimwear brand in trouble for printing Hindu deities on bikinis

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The brand is owned by Sahara Ray, a young Australian-American model, who printed images of Hindu deities on her swimwear collection.

Taxi driver dies of drug overdose in Sydney’s popular park 

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A taxi driver’s body has been discovered in Sydney's Centennial Park. According to police, the 34-year-old man had cardiac arrest after overdosing on a white...

Australia’s Deakin University announces INR30 million scholarships program for Indian students

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This new initiative recognises deserving Indian students with consistently high academic performance.

‘Chamar Pop’ and Jat masculinity in contemporary Punjabi music

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The article charts the emergence of Chamar pop and the role of caste in Punjab, especially cultural assertion and its roots in the state’s Dalit politics, particularly the Ad-dharmi movement.

Morrison promises ‘No Tax Hike’ to counter Labor’s scare campaign

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Morrison government's commitment provides certainty to millions of workers, retirees and to every small business in Australia.

Sydney’s Surjit Gujral who catered to world cricket’s biggest stars passed away

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Surjit Gujral migrated from India in 1980, pioneered authentic North Indian cuisine in Sydney and counted Australian and international cricketers as regulars at his restaurant.

India has ‘no say’ in Australia India Institute’s decision-making, MEA

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Indian government's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson has responded to the alleged interference by the Indian High Commission in Australia India Institute’s (AII)...

Indian trick shot sensation from Kashmir kicks his way to glory

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Shah Huzaib is looking forward to greater exposure and wants to travel across India showcasing his unique talent.

Indian scientists develop ‘space bricks’ to build homes on Mars

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ISRO and IISc's method can produce space bricks of various complex shapes and sizes.

Indian entrepreneurs create Australian playground theme party venue

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The play area, inspired by the time Sinaya spent in Melbourne, is based on the theme of Australian playgrounds that encourages the idea of kids being one with nature when it comes to play.

Swastika: An auspicious symbol deceitfully misrepresented

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Those who know Swastika only as Nazi Hakenkreuz (Hooked Cross) may be surprised to learn that it is one of the oldest, most widely distributed religious symbols in the world.

Australian UAV Technologies signs MoU with India’s defence services startup

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This is probably the first of its kind MoU between defence industry companies since the initial initiatives of the Australia-India Free Trade Agreement came into effect.

No more PCR/Rapid test and quarantine required for International travellers on arrival in Victoria, here’ details

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No More vaccination status is required as Victoria changes pandemic orders.

Why Indians are self-loathing and What’s its connection to India’s Anglosphere?

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Sadly, India’s political independence did not mean civilizational independence.

Indian-Australian horse trainer eyeing for the next big win

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Sandhu, who has a team of around 30 horses in work, is looking forward to growing his stables and a change of fortune by winning more races in 2022.

Australian cricketer Mitch Marsh admitted to hospital after contracting COVID-19 in India

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Australian all-rounder Mitch Marsh has been admitted to hospital in India after testing positive for COVID-19.

Outrage over giant Nazi symbol on Melbourne football field

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Victoria has started the legal process to ban the public display of Nazi symbols.

India allows duty-free imports of cotton from Australia 

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India's textile industry has welcomed the signing of the Indo-Australia trade agreement and duty-free imports which would help gain high quality cotton produced by Australia.

The Kashmir Files: Why it’s not a dishonest propaganda film

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Everyone is still talking about it and everyone wants to watch it - not because it is entertaining but because it is educating a whole generation about the truth.

International arrival rules changed in South Australia, Here’ details

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These changes made to the Arrivals Associated Direction for South Australia are effective from 18 April 2022.

Indian Australian service station worker robbed at gun point, watch video

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The man is described as in his late-20s, approximately 165cm tall, Caucasian in appearance with a slim build and tattoos on his neck and hand.

Vijay Balasubramaniyan fined $250k for breaching Australia’s foreign investor laws

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Vijay Balasubramaniyan has become the first person fined $250,000 by Australia’s Federal Court for breaching foreign investor laws.

Why is Baisakhi/Vaisakhi celebrated and on What Date?

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“Compartmentalization into Hindu, Buddhist, Jaina and Sikhs in terms of celebration of cultural events is a recent phenomenon, only about 200 years old."

2026 Commonwealth Games to be held in regional areas of Victoria to boost economy

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The focus on regional areas will provide "affordable housing and modern sports infrastructure" to the people living here.

Do you have a cricket team? Funding of $13.5 million available in the Community Cricket Program 

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The applications for Community Cricket Program are going to close on 11 April 2022.

THE CHOICE: A Strong Economy, Stronger Defence and Borders for a Secure, Peaceful and Stable Future

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Labor makes promises, but they can’t say how they’ll pay for them. Mr Albanese has argued for higher taxes on retirees, housing, families and inheritances.

Qantas to launch new direct route to Bengaluru, booking starts late April 

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Qantas passengers will be able to transit seamlessly from Qantas flights in Bengaluru, Delhi, or Singapore onto IndiGo services to other major Indian cities as well as smaller ones such as Pune and Goa.

Dr Akhil Gupta compelled to sell electric car as Sydney apartment block denies use of a power point

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"But when the strata sealed charging powerpoint to stop anyone having access to it, I had no choice.”

Australia-India launch defence officer exchange programme named after Gen. Rawat

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This exchange programme will enhance professional contacts on both sides and provide operational experience to young officers.

No more course change allowed under new student visa rules; Here’s the detail

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Another condition introduced so that international students do not actively engage or promote extremist views and interrupting the operation of the Australian community.

Australia to provide ‘Special Skill Visas’ for Indian Chef and Yoga teachers under IndAus agreement

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Chef-Yoga visa will be done under the skill category and the first visa will be granted just after the middle of the year.

Security and Geopolitics, Bilateral Economy and Cultural Diplomacy are key to Australia-India’s shared future: Lisa Singh

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Lisa Singh, former Senator and dynamic CEO of the Australia India Institute (AII), delivered the Institute's opening address at the Annual Oration 2022 in...

Tasmanian Premier resigns citing family reasons

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Mr Gutwein would remain Premier until the Liberal Party elected his replacement later this week.

Two bushwalkers dead after landslide hits in Blue Mountains near Sydney

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Two people have died and two others are in critical condition after a landslide hit a walking track in the Blue Mountains near Sydney. Emergency...

Australia is undisputed World Champions of Cricket

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Australia’s next mission is a T20 tri-series against Pakistan and hosts Ireland in July and the Commonwealth Games, a T20 tournament, also beginning that month.

Market Mantra: Australian shares expected to boom after IndAus trade agreement

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Local markets are benefiting from the commodity price boom, triggered by the crisis in Ukraine and now are on a high with IndAus trade agreement.

Quantifying suffering and responses to ‘The Kashmir Files’

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Who is to blame for that is second to an acknowledgment of the primary issue – injustice. 

Historic India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement-“IndAus ECTA’ inked, here’ details

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Indian International Students visa will be extended from two to three years post-study in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and information and communications technology (ICT) sectors and 1000/year working holiday visas will be granted.

Shangri-La hotel underpaid $3 million to skilled workers and international students from seven countries including India

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The company is also required to formally apologise to staff, commission workplace relations training for relevant staff, publish workplace and website notices detailing its contraventions.

Will Smith, unresolved trauma and that slap to Chris Rock

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Allow yourself to get the support you need by working with a trauma-informed therapist, trauma-informed coach, or other trauma-informed specialists.

Engage and welcome migrants to do volunteer work, says CFA’s Mohini Sashindranath

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Mohini Sashindranath who was born and brought up in India is presently the Acting Chief Financial Officer with the Country Fire Authority (CFA).

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