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Next-gen Australia-India leaders named under Maitri Scholarships and Fellowships program

The Maitri initiative is part of Australia’s broader commitment to fostering ties with India in sectors critical to both countries’ futures—including defence, trade, education, and technology.

Perth DJ Tejas Manoj lured 200km away in dodgy Facebook Marketplace scam

The seller added that if he wished to pay via bank transfer, the payment had to be made before pickup — a request Manoj thankfully declined.

20-year-old international student dies in crash after car swerves to avoid kangaroo

Two other international students — the 21-year-old driver and a 21-year-old front-seat passenger from Torrensville — were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and are said to be traumatised.

Talisman Sabre 2025: Australia and allies begin biggest military exercise on home soil

Now in its 11th iteration, Talisman Sabre 2025 brings together more than 35,000 military personnel from 19 partner nations, making it the largest and most sophisticated warfighting exercise Australia has ever hosted.

From Bangalore to Beijing, AI revolution is in the classroom — Australia must act now

Countries like China, Singapore, and India are rapidly integrating AI literacy into school curricula, each tailoring their approach to local needs—from early chatbot ethics in Beijing to multilingual, localised AI programs across India.

34 new Australian projects announced to deepen ties with India under Maitri grants

A full list of recipients includes major institutions such as Deakin University, Western Sydney University, the University of Adelaide, Fremantle Biennale, Royal Life Saving Society, and the Australia India Youth Dialogue.

Fiji unites against Hindu Shiv temple attack, accused arrested

The suspect was arrested on-site and has since been referred for psychiatric evaluation.

FBI arrests Punjabi origin gang in ‘terrorist’ threat and kidnapping case in California

The suspects taken into custody have been identified as Dilpreet Singh, Arshpreet Singh, Amritpal Singh, Vishal (surname not released), Pavittar Singh, Gurtaj Singh, Manpreet Randhawa, and Sarabjit Singh.

Top VCE results for Indian subcontinental achievers in Victoria

In total, 306 Study Awards were presented across a wide range of disciplines, from English and Biology to Dance and Tamil.

Melbourne man used rideshare drivers in $40k illegal drug trafficking scheme

Police allege the man was operating a drug delivery service targeting revellers at nightclubs and bars along the popular entertainment strip.

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Elephants in the room: What Audrey Truschke couldn’t see on the 4,300-year-old Pashupati Seal

The figure on the seal is seated in what Dr Lavanya Vemsani — a specialist in Hindu traditions — has identified as Mulabandhasana, a demanding yogic posture achievable only by accomplished practitioners.

“We will engage in good faith”: Prime Minister outlines policy stance on tax changes and national security

Responding to Coalition proposals on sex discrimination law, he said his priority was practical policy outcomes rather than “culture wars”.

Melbourne shaped India’s premium chocolate brand, says entrepreneur Vimal Sharma

“Restaurants gave me the rigor, Melbourne shaped my perspective, and India gave me the ambition to create Smoor.”
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