INNOVATION

Monika Singh, Davendar Deo and Srinivas Naidu Chamakuri convicted for $21m bank fraud attempt

The scheme involved the use of fraudulent internal bank vouchers to withdraw money.

INNOVATION

Allegedly intoxicated man faces court for Brisbane to Perth flight turnaround

“Bad behaviour on planes or in terminals is not only disrespectful to passengers and airline staff, it can pose safety risks.”

INNOVATION

46-year-old man to face court over alleged threatening emails to MP

If convicted, he could face a maximum penalty of five years in prison.

INNOVATION

Western Sydney University signs MoU with Uttar Pradesh government to open campus in India

It will include a full-fledged, state-of-the-art campus on a sprawling seven-acre site, which will feature cutting-edge facilities for academic, research, and extracurricular activities.

INNOVATION

Google showers petals on screens to celebrate Hinduism’s largest gathering, Mahakumbh 2025

The Mahakumbh Mela, the world’s largest gathering of Hindus, commenced on 13 January 2025 at Prayagraj and will conclude on 26 February.

INNOVATION

999-year land lease under scrutiny in Fiji as iTaukei landowners demand justice

Landowners claim the lease was intended to last only 99 years but was altered to 999 years, depriving them of rightful access to their ancestral land.

INNOVATION

Israel government approves ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas

The agreement also outlines the release of Palestinian prisoners, including security prisoners, which has sparked debate within Israel.

INNOVATION

Police seek Indian man in alleged nightclub indecent assault investigation

At the time, he was reportedly wearing a white linen button-up shirt and gold hoop earrings.

INNOVATION

YUWA DIWAS 2025: Celebrating the Vibrancy of Youth in Australia

“The youth we honour today are more than just talented; they are committed to making a difference in our communities"

INNOVATION

Sydney man charged over posting death threats to Jewish organisation

Following a search warrant at the man’s Blacktown home, AFP officers seized electronic devices and documents.

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NEWS

Trump safe as suspect arrested after White House dinner breach; Albanese praises swift law enforcement response

Authorities said a man, identified in US media as Cole Thomas Allen, charged a security checkpoint armed with a shotgun, handgun and multiple knives.

POLITICS

Victoria to offer 20% rego rebate as fuel costs bite households

The rebate follows earlier measures introduced by the government, including free and discounted public transport fares.

IMMIGRATION

Auckland mayor apologises after calling Indian-origin staffer ‘Muslim terrorist’, community says it is ‘very unfortunate’

However, the apology drew further scrutiny after the mayor referenced respect for the Sikh community, despite the staff member not being Sikh.