Authorities in India have begun an investigation into supposed forged test results. A government report revealed that some 100,000 coronavirus test results were forged by private agencies who were testing pilgrims at a busy Hindu festival. Festival blamed for the surge in coronavirus cases. The Kumbh Mela festival held in April is believed to have...Read More
India is the world’s largest gold consumer. In India, demand for gold hit over 100 tonnes during the first quarter of 2021. Now, after much procrastination, the Indian government has introduced mandatory gold and silver jewellery hallmarking in over 250 districts. The new hallmarking policy, in place since June 16th, applies to jewellers with an...Read More
Once consumed solely in Asia, jackfruit is rapidly growing in popularity in Australia. Often used in stews as a meat substitute given its textural similarity to pulled pork, and mainly grown in the tropics, jack fruit is said to have single-handedly saved Sri Lanka from starvation over the years. In the last few years, Jackfruit...Read More
Covid-19 Vaccination Program Has Started – What You Need To Know Before Getting The Jab
From Monday 22nd February 2021, the prime minister, the Chief Medical Officer, and the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer started the official Covid vaccination program. The distribution of vaccination for COVID-19 in Australia has been prioritised to be given to frontline health workers and vulnerable groups according to data analysis derived from public health registers,...Read More
Rule Changes for Australian Partner Visas from 2021 mean ‘No English, No Permanent Residency’
Immigration has been a constant focus of Australian government for the last decade or so, as they try to balance opportunity with sustainability and effective use of human resources. The latest legislation proposal has been recently announced by acting Immigration Minister Alan Tudge, with the new rules due to be introduced in late 2021 stating...Read More
An exclusive revelation – Two Chinese scientists studied live bats in Australia
Can this reveal the true origin of the virus? As the nations start to stabilise the spread of coronavirus, it is revealed that two scientists (that are now being looked into by the Australian government) had studied live bats in Australia as a part of the research co-funded by the Chinese government. So far, the...Read More
Undoubtedly the most colorful festival celebrated, Holi is all about spreading happiness and indulging in pure fun. For most of us, Holi is the festival of colors that celebrates the spring season. But if you thought that Holi is only about welcoming the spring with delicious gujiyas and a myriad of colors then here’s something...Read More
Countries have, in recent years, started up programmes where university students can spend some time abroad studying at a university in another country. In general, students opt for spending a semester or two abroad after which they return home and get their degrees in their home country, and many students also go back for the...Read More
It is a well-known fact that Omega-3 fatty acids are essential to the healthy functioning of the brain and heart. But only a few people are aware that omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial to the skin. Yes, Omega-3 fatty acids can protect your skin. They are especially helpful for those with older skin and...Read More
It was the last day of my week long trip to Shanghai and I had plans to go gadgetry shopping. I took a cab and asked the driver to take me to PC Mall, one of the biggest electronics bazaars in the city. The driver had his own expert views. He told me, “You should...Read More