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CBA and ICICI partner to enhance Australia-India business and migrant banking services

To promote understanding and growth, CBA is hosting workshops in Sydney and Brisbane this week, with ICICI Bank participating to provide further insights for customers exploring opportunities in the Australia-India corridor.

Dandelion Program wins award for fostering neurodivergent talent in law enforcement

Currently, six participants are in their second year of the program, working across key AFP areas such as Covert and Technical Operations, data analytics, software development, and hardware engineering.

China cashing in on Khalistanis to shape Canada’s diaspora politics

The report particularly focuses on pro-Khalistani leaders ability to influence Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, citing their push to amend a 2018 terrorism report linked to the 1985 Air India bombing..

Three Indian-origin scientists named among Australia’s 60 new Superstars of STEM

These trailblazers include Dr Sonu Yadav, a molecular biosecurity expert, Dr Hema Wadhwa, a renewable energy leader, and Dr Angeline Achariya, an AgriFood innovator.

Airline employee charged after attempting to smuggle drugs in shampoo bottles

The man appeared at Downing Centre Local Court on 9 December 2024 and was remanded in custody, with a further hearing scheduled for 4 February 2025.

Melbourne taxi driver Satinder jailed for sexually assaulting unconscious passenger

29-year-old Satinder Satinder was arrested at Melbourne International Airport, just before attempting to board a flight to India.

Albanese commits $1.47 billion to transform early education and childcare

From January 2026, the current Activity Test will be replaced, guaranteeing three days a week of subsidised early education for children who need it.

Indian-Australian scientist helps pioneer fly-counting tech to tackle waste crisis

The neuromorphic system, funded by the NSW Smart Sensing Network, enables efficient tracking of black soldier flies to optimise their waste processing capabilities.

Pacific policing gets a boost with state-of-the-art training hubs in Queensland

The event featured a symbolic flag-raising ceremony representing all 22 members of the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police (PICP).

New website highlights 2,500 long-term missing Australians

The reasons people go missing vary widely, from family violence and disputes to health issues, misadventure, or being victims of crime.

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Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.

Shaping a Human-Centric Future for AI – AI Impact Summit 2026

Humans must never become mere data points or raw material for machines. Instead, AI must become a tool for global good, opening new doors of progress for the Global South.
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