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Interest rates are on hold at 3.85%, as the Reserve Bank opts for caution over mortgage relief

By holding steady, the bank is signalling it is not yet fully convinced inflation is returning to target and is prepared to wait for further evidence before cutting again.

Young Indian-Australian leaders embrace Hinduism’s ‘sewa’ spirit at Lakshya workshop

The initiative aimed to nurture a Sewa Manobhav—a spirit of selfless service—among young participants, encouraging them to contribute meaningfully to their families, communities, and Dharma.

Fiji safely repatriates 13 agriculture students from Israel amid Middle East conflict

The students were warmly welcomed at Nadi International Airport by relieved family members, friends, and officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Navuso Agriculture Technical Institute.

Trump slaps BRICS nations with fresh tariffs, warning allies: ‘no exceptions’

The move comes as leaders from the now 11-member BRICS bloc wrapped up a tense summit in Rio de Janeiro, which included scathing criticism of Trump’s expanding trade war.

Flying under a fake name? You could land in jail, warns AFP

This includes passengers who use another person’s boarding pass, who buy a ticket under their own name for another person, or who pay for a flight using a stolen credit card.

Erin Patterson found guilty of murdering three relatives with poisoned beef Wellington

In her defence, Patterson testified over eight days, maintaining the poisonings were unintentional.

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi’s face on a sanitary pad sparks outrage in India

The initiative, launched by the Mahila Congress, is aimed at improving menstrual hygiene and breaking social taboos around menstruation.

Australia and Fiji deepen Vuvale Partnership for a peaceful and prosperous Pacific

Australia is increasing its development assistance to Fiji by $40 million, bringing total support to nearly $500 million between 2025 and 2029.

Premier Allan visits synagogue, announces state-wide taskforce to stamp out hate across Victoria

Proposed measures under community consultation include: bans on face coverings at protests, restrictions on “attachment devices” and prohibitions on the display of recognised terrorist symbols.

PM Rabuka explores advanced policing training in Brisbane to support Fiji’s law enforcement

The tour offered delegates an inside look at the Hub’s high-tech infrastructure — from a simulated home environment to dark scenario rooms and adaptable training areas designed to replicate complex real-world emergencies.

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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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