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Five Indian-origin finalists in Australia’s prestigious awards for cutting-edge science

Prof. Bianca Brijnath, Dr Kamal Kant Gupta, Tejas Bhat, Dev P. and Angadjot Singh are amongst the 59 finalists shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.

Uttarakhand’s Harela festival brings “Land of the Gods” spirit to Auckland

Families often set up clay idols of Hindu god Shiva and goddess Parvati to mark their divine union and pray for a good harvest and environmental harmony.

Afghan dual citizen caught with heroin hidden in suitcase handle

Using intelligence-led screening and officer intuition, the ABF officers allegedly discovered a suspicious black fluid seeping from the handle of his luggage.

‘Punjabi Devils’ founder Jashanpreet Singh charged over alleged illegal machine gun and grenade possession

Jashanpreet Singh was arrested at San Francisco Airport while allegedly trying to flee to India and now faces up to 25 years in prison and $510,000 in fines if convicted.

Victorian Multicultural Commission and Hindu Council of Australia bring together interfaith leaders at Boronia Temple in stand against hate

“This vile act does not reflect who we are as Victorians. Our strength lies in our diversity and our respect for each other."

University of Western Australia to create future-ready education pathways for Indian students

The agreement encourages ongoing academic and cultural exchange between both countries.

Sydney out-of-school hours worker charged with 13 serious child abuse offences

The 26-year-old man, who has been in custody since 12 October 2024, is accused of creating child abuse material involving 10 victims, all aged six or younger, between April 2021 and May 2024.

India welcomes Victoria University: first Australian uni to be granted licence for full-fledged campus

First cohort would be welcomed by mid-2027, offering degrees in technology, health and community services, and sustainable development.

Indian-origin techie Nikhil Ravishankar to take off as Air New Zealand new CEO

Ravishankar’s promotion comes as Air New Zealand pushes back against fierce competition from Qantas and North American carriers increasing their presence in the Pacific.

Next generation of Australians to gain stronger Asia literacy under New Colombo Plan reforms

Since its launch in 2014, the NCP has supported more than 55,000 Australian undergraduates to undertake study, internships, and language training in the Indo-Pacific region.

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“Makes no difference”: President Trump doubles down as US–Iran talks end day one with zero deal in Pakistan

US President Donald Trump has declared victory over Iran even as marathon peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, drag on without a deal, highlighting the deep divide between political rhetoric and diplomatic reality.

Perth man jailed over assault on police officers, including spitting at airport arrest

Officers stopped and restrained him after he became obstructive. While in custody at the airport, he spat directly into the face and mouth of an AFP officer.

‘First contact’ that may have led to complex life on Earth finally witnessed by scientists

In fact, the first bubbles of oxygen that filled the atmosphere on early Earth likely came from ancient stromatolites. You could say we owe our very existence to these piles of rocks.
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