A 2025 global survey finds Australia and India among the few nations where public confidence in democracy remains strong, despite widespread global dissatisfaction.

Victims are approached by individuals who pose as spiritual healers or their associates, claiming that a family curse or spiritual danger requires their wealth to be blessed.

Victoria Police say detectives are continuing to assess the suspect’s “intent and ideology” to determine whether the arson attack meets the threshold for terrorism.

ABF Acting Commander Troy Sokoloff said the unusual concealment method was no match for the expertise of Australia’s border protection officers.

While Prada’s sandals reportedly carry a $1,200 price tag, authentic Kolhapuris can be found in Indian markets for as little as $10.

Consumers should not believe everything they see on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube from the growing numbers of “finfluencers” – content creators who build their audience by giving out financial advice.

The attacks come amid rising concerns over antisemitism in Australia, with Sydney and Melbourne witnessing a sharp increase in hate crimes targeting Jewish communities

Speakers condemned the interim government led by Mohammad Yunus for exacerbating violence through mob instigation and militant forces, contributing to a significant decline in the Hindu population since Bangladesh’s independence.

Nikhil’s experience in Australia gave him the technical expertise and global perspective needed to revolutionise bakery culture in India.

Biswas, an Indian Foreign Service officer from the 2008 batch, previously served as Director of the Policy, Planning & Research Division at the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi.