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Suspended Queensland GP Dushyant Kumar Singh accused of rape, fights for bail

Dr Singh, who had been practising in Australia for over a decade, is also accused of offering a $100,000 bribe to a victim’s solicitor in a bid to access confidential legal information.

Adelaide crash driver Bhupinder Singh says prison will breach Sikh religious rights, delays sentencing

Bhupinder Singh told the court he didn’t help Christine Sandford after the crash because losing his turban left him in shock, likening it to feeling “naked in public” as a practising Sikh.

Police seek help identifying man of Indian origin after alleged assault in Blacktown

Police have released an image of a man, aged between 30 and 35, they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.

Tim Watts sets sail as envoy to strengthen Australia’s ties across the Indian Ocean

Watts emphasised working with key middle powers, including India, Indonesia, and South Africa, to build a peaceful, prosperous, and rules-based maritime order.

“It’s an island”: Flood chaos isolates 20,000 in NSW emergency

The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast another 50–100 mm of rain for the mid-north coast through Saturday morning, prolonging the flood threat.

Westpac braces for biggest job cuts in a decade as new CEO eyes major overhaul

The looming cuts follow Westpac’s disappointing first-half results earlier this month, which saw investor confidence wane as margins tightened

Fiji Police sound alarm over social media misinformation

“While we understand it’s become a popular source of information, users must take time to carefully distinguish between accurate information and fake news before sharing.”

Tragic oversight: Hospital staff claim ‘no memory’ of urgent blood test request for Sandipan

Only Sandipan’s father was present in court on Tuesday. Outside, he expressed frustration at the condolences offered.

Illegal workers living on the job: How ABF officers uncovered visa scams in Far North Queensland

“Protecting vulnerable migrant workers, reminding employers of their legal obligations and assisting those in need were the three pillars of our deployment"

Aahana Nag sentenced for spray-paint attack on Peter Dutton’s office during election campaign

“This was an act of resistance, and Peter Dutton does not support us”

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‘Upgraded to Aussie Citizenship’: Young Indian migrant’s humorous T-shirt captures Australia’s multicultural spirit

“Indian by birth, Australian by choice, legend by citizenship. Upgraded to Aussie citizenship. Dingoes, beaches and barbecues, here I come.”

$100 rego rebate, toll cap cut and Opal freeze headline Mookhey’s cost-of-living budget

The budget includes a major funding boost for domestic violence services, with $184.1 million in additional spending across prevention and support programs.

Labor – Greens partner to end self-managed super holder’s ability to buy residential property, pushing watered-down tax deal

A familiar pattern in Canberra: Labor declares reform, the Greens declare pressure, the Coalition declares opposition, and young Australians remain locked out of the market.
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