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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.

Aged care workers set for major pay rise in record $17.7b wages package

From 1st October 2025, a registered nurse on the most common award level will receive an extra $60.20 per week, while enrolled nurses will see their wages rise by $62.40 per week.

Australia marks 20 years since Bali bombings by al-Qaeda-linked terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah

This tragic Islamist terrorist attack that claimed 20 lives, including four Australians, 15 Indonesians and one Japanese national, and injured 17 Australians along with many other innocent bystanders.

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“Selective amnesia”: India rebuts Pakistan’s claims on Indus Waters Treaty dispute

The Treaty requires renegotiation to reflect six decades of changed circumstances, including technical advancements

Australia move leaves Nepal’s volleyball star Punam Chand facing police action

According to local reports, Chand had previously been warned but did not respond, leading authorities to escalate the matter publicly.

Dangerous baby bottle self-feeding devices permanently banned across Australia

While no infant deaths associated with the products have been recorded in Australia, overseas incidents played a major role in driving regulatory action.
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