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Nepal Polls: Is political opportunism over ideologies plaguing Himalayan nation?

There is mudslinging as two alliances accusing each other of nepotism, corruption, misgovernance and erosion of democratic values.

Appeal to locate Sathyaraj Darmalingam, missing from Westmead

He is described as being of Indian/sub-continental appearance, about 175cm tall, of thin build, with black curly hair.

Man sentenced to more than two years in jail for possessing “depraved” child abuse material

"Anyone who views this material is committing a crime. This is not a victimless crime. Children are not commodities to be used for the abhorrent gratification of sexual predators.”

Hindu festival of Chhath celebrated in Australia

Chhath is celebrated six days after Diwali as per the Hindu calendar and is dedicated to Surya Devta (Sun God) and Chhathi Maiyya (Goddess Shashthi).

Man charged for allegedly defrauding hundreds of Australians in online crime

The man allegedly used the stolen identification information to make online purchases, create fraudulent bank accounts and gain unauthorised access to victims’ bank accounts.

Australian court jails people smuggler for seven years

The Iraqi man played a key role in a syndicate responsible for organising the transportation of people on a fishing boat, known as Suspected Illegal Entry Vessel (SIEV) X.

Australian industries should invest in India’s infra sector to reap 8% returns: Minister Nitin Gadkari

Indian Union Minister Nitin Gadkari who is on a three-day official visit to Australia also conveyed his best wishes to the Indian Diaspora on the occasion of Diwali celebrations at New South Wales Parliament (NSW) organised by the Hindu Council of Australia.

Research project to better support Indian subcontinent students in Australia wins international award

The project-delivered strategies for the educational experience which is culturally responsive and enriching. 

Amusing connection between India, Australia and Iran via a century-old carpet

"It is one of only a handful of examples known to feature an architectural scene as the central design and provides a rare glimpse into a period of Indo-Persian history during the late 19th Century."

Jatinder Singh and his partner faces court for allegedly pocketing $10.4 million in banking error

Police allege that this money was used to buy houses, gifts, furniture, art, and other luxury items. 

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Record growth for TAFE and VET students in South Australia

Student numbers rose by 4 per cent to 67,915, while subject enrolments jumped 7.6 per cent and training hours increased 8.3 per cent. Program enrolments also grew by 0.6 per cent—the only increase nationwide.

Indian Opposition leader Gandhi, under fire for calling Sikh leader a ‘traitor’, ignites backlash and anger

“Hello, brother, my traitor friend. Don’t worry, you will come back.”

Dr Mithila Zaheen, Shanvi Govinda Raju and Ruvi Pooliyadde among inspirational finalists for NSW Women of the Year Awards

“Each of these women and girls is changing lives not for recognition, but because they believe in lifting up their communities."
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