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Eighth suspect Sukhpreet Singh extradited from Texas to Canada in Elnaz Hajtamiri abduction case

Eight people, including Elnaz Hajtamiri’s ex-boyfriend Mohamad Lilo and suspects Sukhpreet Singh, Jaspreet Singh, Harshdeep Binner, Riyasat Singh, and Deshawn Davis, have been charged in connection with the case, which carries a $100,000 reward for information.

Almost 1,300 fuel retailers join real-time reporting to help motorists save

The regulations, which came into effect in August, require all fuel retailers to report their prices in real time whenever they change.

Indian-origin truck driver dies in fiery Hume Freeway crash with parked vehicles

39-year-old Baljinder Singh died when his B-double truck lost control and crashed into two parked vehicles at a rest stop just before 5am, while two other drivers slept inside their trucks.

NZ Foreign Minister condemns ‘disgraceful’ late-night Gaza flotilla supporters protest outside his family home

The protest, held in support of the Global Sumud Flotilla, involved around 30 people chanting, banging drums, waving Palestinian flags, and holding posters.

Victoria invests in innovation and exports with new wine strategy

Victoria is home to Australia’s most diverse wine industry, with 21 unique wine regions and more than 400 cellar doors – the highest number of any state.

Indian international student Jatinderpal Singh jailed 11 years for selling drugs in Canada

Jatinderpal Singh, who came to on a study permit in 2022, was unable to afford tuition leaving his visa to expire; he was drawn into drug trafficking in 2024 and caught within a month during a police sting.

Two killed in Manchester synagogue terror attack by Jihad Al-Shamie, leaders condemn violence

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed his condolences, condemning the violence and affirming solidarity with the UK.

Indian Americans emerge as powerhouse benefactors of US higher education with $3 billion in donations

Nearly 270,000 Indian students are currently enrolled in U.S. universities, contributing close to $10 billion annually to the American economy and supporting around 93,000 jobs.

Australians want to spend more on space – but we don’t really know where we’re going

Two years on from the first-ever survey on Australian opinions about space, this week we released a new report on the subject.

Tech Council of Australia and India’s NASSCOM join forces to unlock new innovation opportunities

Under the new agreement, both parties committed to promoting joint innovation efforts involving startups, research institutions, and deep tech firms.

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“Failure of leadership”: Calls for Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to resign over alleged CFMEU corruption

"Clearly, as Minister for Transport Infrastructure and now Premier, she has been utterly compromised in her ability to take action against the CFMEU."

“Nice start, everyone played well”: Travis Head leads Australia to commanding T20 World Cup win over Ireland

Australia are also set to receive a major boost with veteran batter Steve Smith expected to join the squad during the tournament.

Free swimming lessons made permanent for Northern Territory primary students

“Exploring waterfalls, swimming at local springs or pools, boating and fishing are all part of the unique Territory lifestyle. We want to protect that by teaching our youngest Territorians how to swim while they’re in primary school.”
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