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Melody meets meaning as university choir dazzles at graduation

The FNU Choir’s performance of Bollywood classics like Yeh Dosti captivated the audience, delivering a heartfelt message of multicultural unity beyond mere entertainment.

Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr brings ancient Indian wellness secrets of ‘turmeric’ to global skincare

Kerr praised India’s fusion of ancient holistic practices and modern beauty standards, calling the market a "perfect fit" for her certified organic products.

Carnatic music pioneers Iyer brothers honoured with Medal of the Order of Australia for their lifelong contribution

After settling in Australia, the brothers have dedicated themselves to teaching and performing traditional South Indian Carnatic music here in Melbourne.

Thailand celebrates first Miss World crown while India and Australia earn global praise

India’s Nandini Gupta and Australia’s Jasmine Stringer were both among the top five semifinalists.

Greek myths meet Indian wisdom in Canberra celebration of ancient cultures

Organisers and attendees alike praised the event for its intellectual richness and the vibrant cultural dialogue it fostered between Greek and Indian traditions.

From Dickens to digital: Serialised fiction is back and thriving

Serialised fiction has made a dynamic comeback in the digital age, transforming how stories are told, shared, and experienced worldwide.

Historic win for Indian-origin teen at 100th Scripps Spelling Bee

Faizan Zaki, a 13-year-old seventh-grader, won the Scripps Cup and US$50,000 after outspelling over 240 contestants at the 2025 National Spelling Bee.

New documentary highlights Fiji’s forgotten history of Indian indentured labourers

“Their labour became the backbone of the Fijian economy, yet their stories have remained largely untold.”

India’s Banu Mushtaq makes history as first short story collection wins International Booker Prize

Heart Lamp features 12 stories written between 1990 and 2023, inspired by the real-life struggles of women who sought legal assistance from Mushtaq

Canberra unites in colour and culture to honour growing India ties

"It’s more than just trade – it’s about democracy, shared values, and a vision for the future. Our strategic partnership is one of the most promising of this century.”

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Indian diaspora earns over A$1 trillion annually, larger than most countries’ economies

The Indian diaspora’s combined earnings exceed the GDP of roughly 170 countries worldwide (2025 estimates).

Guramrit Sidhu pleads guilty to running $17 million cross-border drug empire between the United States and Canada

Prosecutors say he orchestrated a sophisticated cross-border operation responsible for moving hundreds of kilograms of methamphetamine and cocaine for distribution.

Premier Allan promises free midday power from October as households struggling now are told to wait

Households without solar, without batteries, without work-from-home flexibility, or without appliances they can schedule in the middle of the day, are being told the state’s renewable success will eventually trickle down to them, just not yet.
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