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India’s bid for exclusive basmati trademark dismissed by New Zealand High Court

High Court found that the Basmati Growing Area spans regions in both India and Pakistan, and that granting India exclusive certification would unfairly disadvantage Pakistani producers.

Samoa Observer ban sparks outcry over media freedom in the Pacific

Samoan Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt temporarily barred the country’s only daily newspaper from engaging with him and his ministers.

Uber fined $250,000 as probe finds drivers lacked Australian licences and experience

“We fixed [the issue] promptly upon becoming aware of it,” the company said, adding that further improvements have since been made to its technology and processes.

‘Samskrutotsavam’ in Sydney: Celebrating Sanskrit’s living legacy

Students presented a wide range of performances, including Sanskrit songs, dance and drama, highlighting how ancient knowledge can be applied to modern global challenges.

‘Racism has no place here’: Premier Minns, MPs speak out after alleged assault on Indian-Australian community leader

NSW Police have arrested Mikayla Smith in connection with the alleged assault. She has been charged with common assault and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

Indian Australian community welcomes approval of major Sikh centre in Wyndham after heated council debate

“We don’t just live here. We contribute here. This decision shows that Wyndham understands who its people truly are.”

Fiji Airways welcomes new Australian CEO Paul Scurrah with bold vision for growth

“Fiji Airways is the Happiest Airline in the World. I have every confidence that this claim is one we can truly stand behind.”

Hobart teen who caused death of Indian international student Deepinderjeet Singh walks free with suspended sentence

The final two years of the sentence were suspended, with the offender ordered to complete 100 hours of community service, report regularly to a probation officer, and abstain from alcohol.

Gurmesh Singh elected NSW Nationals leader

This marks a historic moment for the Indian-Australian community, as he becomes the first Indian-origin politician to lead a mainstream political party in Australia.

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World’s first limbless para-archer Payal Nag wins Archery Para Series gold in historic win

Nag’s achievement carries historic significance because she is widely regarded as the world’s first quadruple-amputee para-archer competing at elite international level.

Community groups condemn planned Khalistan protests targeting Hindu temples in Canada

In a joint statement backed by more than 30 organisations, it warned that previous protests framed as peaceful had “led to harassment, intimidation, and violence against Hindu Canadians, devotees, and temple management”.

Deportation push as US detains niece and grandniece of Iran’s top commander Qasem Soleimani

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had moved to terminate the pair’s legal status, adding they were now in custody pending removal proceedings.
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