Mohammad Ali Yasser, Author At Made In India Magazine

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The Silent Thief: How Delhi’s Toxic Air Robs You of a Dozen Years

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 9 August 2023

The sprawling metropolis of Delhi, India’s capital, is as famous for its rich history and vibrant culture as it is notorious for its air quality—or the lack thereof. The term “air pollution” in Delhi has transformed from an environmental concern into a life-threatening crisis, with a real, quantifiable impact: an estimated loss of 12 years...Read More

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Arts & Culture Handpicked Music

Two Brothers Establish the Australian Indian Orchestra

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 1 August 2023

Last year, Sydney-based brothers Sagar and Suraj Nagaraj were involved in a string orchestra, performing works by great composers such as Tchaikovsky and Mahler. But what caught their audience’s attention were Suraj’s orchestral arrangements of music from Bollywood films. The audience’s love for this blend of music was a revelation for the brothers. As Sagar...Read More

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Immigration Handpicked

Australia’s inadequate Refugee system is in the spotlight

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 14 July 2022

Australia is a popular travel destination. Many people call it a paradise. Thus, Australian permanent resident visa is in high demand globally. It is associated with high employment chances, an elavated standard of living, decent quality of life, and infrastructure. Over 500,000 refugees live in Australia, and many have benefited the society. World Refugee Day...Read More

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Australia to open ‘’Backpacker Visa’’ to Indians to work and holiday

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 6 April 2022

On 2nd April 2022, India and Australia signed a Free Trade Agreement after decades of re-negotiations. Australia Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the Australia-Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI ECTA) would help strengthen the relationship between both counties. He pointed out that the agreement has been on a robust security partnership and the joined...Read More

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Australia pledges over $11 million for Indian students under a new initiative

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 21 February 2022

The Australian government has announced a series of initiatives to boost education communities and cultural ties with India. The initiative includes an $11 million scholarships program to extend appropriate support for Indian students to study at various Australian universities over four years. Under the Maitri grants and fellowships program for professionals, the government will offer...Read More

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Covid 19

When will Covid-19 Pandemic end

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 2 February 2022

Ever since the news of the new variant of Covid-19 broke out, there has been widespread concern for global health. Omicron cases were first discovered in South Africa in November last year, following which the instances of the new variant continued to grow across several countries. Scientists led research and reports that revealed that the...Read More

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Entertainment

EIGHT NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS THAT ARE WORTH KEEPING

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 23 December 2021

A New Year’s Eve is unique for many reasons; it is the time to reflect upon how the past year went and a window to a new beginning. In addition to welcoming a new year filled with many possibilities, some may or may not make a New Year’s resolution. But why should someone else’s choice...Read More

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Events Handpicked Indians in Australia Indians in Sydney

Some of the best places to celebrate New Years’ Eve in Sydney

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 21 December 2021

Last year New Years’ Eve Celebration was low key; many people could not spend it with close ones, while others chose not to celebrate being under lockdown. Fortunately, restrictions have been lifted in most parts of the country this time around. As a result, it is allowed to gather in small groups to maintain safety...Read More

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Health & Fitness

How to resume exercising After the Pandemic Slack

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 10 December 2021

If you are the kind of person who kickstarted every morning by jogging or doing some sort of exercise, the past two years must have been a complete slump for you. With restrictions imposed on staying indoors and gyms or parks closed indefinitely, it was a challenge to do any kind of physical activity. Although...Read More

Book Reviews Arts & Culture

BOOK REVIEW: THE SECRET VINDALOO

Mohammad Ali Yasser Mohammad Ali Yasser 20 October 2021

Food-related stories and novels are nothing new, but such a story set in the Indian Australian milieu is. In The Secret Vindaloo, author Keith St. Clair Butler writes in sensitive, witty prose about a man who has to convince an interrogator of his citizenship in order to escape deportation. There is no dearth of novels...Read More