A business delegation from Gujarat, India, led by Dr Anju Sharma, Chief Additional Secretary, Government of Gujarat, was in Australia in the lead up to the Tenth Annual Vibrant Gujarat Summit 10-12 January 2024.
They particularly pointed out the issue of anti-Semitism, stating it is a "tenaciously evil race hatred," and expressed their support for the Australian Jewish community
September-quarter figures, showing inflation is still uncomfortably high, set off speculation about whether the Reserve Bank will increase interest rates again
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon also congratulated Basiala in an official letter, acknowledging his longstanding commitment to the community.
Under the plan, free trains, trams and buses — originally due to end in April — will now continue until June 1. From that date, fares will be reduced by 50 per cent through to the end of 2026.
The constitutional amendment fell short of the required two-thirds majority, with 298 MPs voting in favour and 230 against, marking a rare legislative setback for the government.
