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Indian-origin candidates shape ACT politics’ future despite loss

Four candidates, Sandi Mitra, Mallika Raj, Pradeep Sornaraj, and Amardeep Singh, stood out for their fresh approaches to politics, prioritising social change, inclusivity, and community engagement.

“You can go back to India”: Canadian politician calls international students “invaders”

"I visited another camp in Brampton last weekend where foreign invaders are protesting to be allowed to stay in Canada. They need to go back!"

Albanese government introduces new visa rule for international students

This move comes after consultations with the international education sector throughout 2024, with input from the Department of Education and the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

Air India introduces special discounted fares and benefits for international students

Air India offers non-stop flights between India and 42 international destinations, including key countries like the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Pacific Labour Mobility summit draws 350 delegates, highlights resilience and regional partnerships

This year’s Pacific Labour Mobility Annual Meeting (PLMAM), held under the banner “Collectively Building Resilience”, took place in Brisbane from 11 to 14 November 2024.

Manish Raj wins Volunteer Leadership Award for contribution to community radio

Manish's journey to Australia in 1994 was inspired by cricket, the allure of a laid-back lifestyle, and a desire to embrace new challenges.

3,955 Indians among nearly 30,000 ‘wanted’ for deportation missing in Canada

These individuals are classified as “wanted” by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), which includes those with immigration warrants against them.

Fiji’s illegal immigrant numbers double, Bangladeshi and Sri Lankan visa overstayers prominent

The Prime Minister highlighted serious concerns about the lack of detention facilities, revealing that illegal immigrants are currently held alongside convicted criminals due to inadequate infrastructure.

Home Affairs cancels foreign agent’s visa for lodging 1,000 illegal Protection visa applications

Unregistered migration operators, often advertising on social media, exploit vulnerable applicants with false advice and exorbitant fees.

Dramatic rise in forced labour and exploitation of temporary visa workers

Victims often endure gruelling conditions, including long hours without breaks, threats of violence, and the confiscation of personal documents such as passports and visas.

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Fuel prices are driving more Australians to EVs ‑ and secondhand cars are in high demand

Manufacturer order books are filling up, EV subscription services are full and wait times have blown out to months for popular models.

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”.
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