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Dr Parwinder Kaur becomes first Indian woman to be sworn in on Sikh scripture in Australian parliament

"As a migrant, a mother, and a woman in STEM, I carry with me the stories of countless others who deserve to see themselves reflected in leadership.”

Illegal workers living on the job: How ABF officers uncovered visa scams in Far North Queensland

“Protecting vulnerable migrant workers, reminding employers of their legal obligations and assisting those in need were the three pillars of our deployment"

Hospitality industry crackdown targets migrant worker abuse under tough new rules

More than 50 surprise inspections have uncovered suspected migrant worker exploitation at over 30 workplaces, Superintendent Jason Boyd revealed.

Kiwi immigration minister under fire for shocking comment about Indian migrants

The controversy comes at a time when Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has called for an “all-of-New Zealand” approach to strengthening ties with India.

Anita Anand sworn as Canada’s new foreign affairs minister in Mark Carney’s 38-member cabinet

Her appointment not only elevates Canada’s diplomatic corps but also shines a spotlight on the contributions of the Indian diaspora to Canadian public life.

Fiji’s 146th Girmit Day highlights Indo-Fijian legacy amid significant population decline

The Indo-Fijian community, once comprising 52% of Fiji's population in the late 1970s and 1980s, has now dwindled to approximately 33%.

Regional town honours forgotten India-Australia ties with state’s first ‘Sikh Lane’

Sojan Singh and other Punjabi families had established a vibrant business district in early 20th-century Dongara.

Understanding Pacific communities in Australia: where do they live?

Within major cities, Pacific migrants tend to cluster in lower-income suburban parts of our capital cities, where housing also tends to be cheaper.

India surpasses China in Australian student visa grants

By the end of February, over 5,000 visas had been granted to Indian students, positioning India as the top source of international students in Australia.

Sunita Kotnala named 2025 Canberra Citizen of the Year for empowering women through trade skills

The award is especially meaningful for Sunita, marking 25 years since she migrated from India to Australia as a skilled worker.

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World’s first limbless para-archer Payal Nag wins Archery Para Series gold in historic win

Nag’s achievement carries historic significance because she is widely regarded as the world’s first quadruple-amputee para-archer competing at elite international level.

Community groups condemn planned Khalistan protests targeting Hindu temples in Canada

In a joint statement backed by more than 30 organisations, it warned that previous protests framed as peaceful had “led to harassment, intimidation, and violence against Hindu Canadians, devotees, and temple management”.

Deportation push as US detains niece and grandniece of Iran’s top commander Qasem Soleimani

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had moved to terminate the pair’s legal status, adding they were now in custody pending removal proceedings.
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