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The renaming has prompted petitions, local lobbying, and spirited discussions in community forums and on social media. Supporters argue that the change is a step towards recognising the contributions of the Sikh community to Australia, particularly in Victoria, where a significant portion of the Indian diaspora resides. On the other hand, opponents feel it may set a precedent for renaming public landmarks based on the demands of particular groups, which they believe could eventually lead to confusion or dilution of Australian historical identity.Read More
Australia’s recent introduction of the Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa for Indian citizens has sparked tremendous excitement. In just two weeks, a staggering 40,000 applications were submitted, all competing for the limited 1,000 spots available. This surge highlights the overwhelming appeal of this opportunity, which allows young Indians aged 18 to 30 to work, study,...Read More
In a peculiar turn of events, a Sydney immigrant’s decision to laminate her Australian citizenship certificate has led to unexpected consequences. The seemingly innocuous act of preserving an important document has now become a bureaucratic headache. Ms. Eudora Freeman, an Indian immigrant who arrived in Australia several years ago, cherished her Australian citizenship certificate –...Read More
In the quiet corridors of Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital, an 11-year-old Indian origin girl named Riya fought a battle that would change her life forever. Riya’s story began with unexplained bruises on her legs, fevers, and fatigue. Her parents, Sonali and Gaurav Mahajan, were thousands of miles away from their Australian home when they noticed...Read More
A Melbourne man, Jatinder Singh, 39, was sentenced to three years in prison following an incident where more than $10 million was mistakenly transferred into his then-partner’s bank account by the cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com. The mistake occurred after Singh made a $100 deposit on the platform, only to have a staff member input a bank...Read More
The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2024 is back, and this year’s celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever. Running from August 15 to 25, 2024, the festival will bring the vibrant spirit of Indian cinema to the heart of Melbourne. With an exciting lineup of films, events, and cultural showcases, the...Read More
India’s Independence Day is a momentous occasion for the Indian diaspora in Australia, offering an opportunity to celebrate freedom, culture, and community. Across main Australian cities, the 78th Independence Day of India will be marked with flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural programs, and gatherings. Sydney In Sydney, the Consulate General of India is hosting a grand event...Read More
A heart-wrenching incident at Carlton Station in Sydney has left a family and community in mourning. Anand Runwal, a 40-year-old father, tragically lost his life on Sunday afternoon while attempting to save his twin two-year-old daughters from an oncoming train. Anand, his wife Poonam, and their young daughters had moved to Sydney from India in...Read More
In the heart of Sydney’s Harris Park, known affectionately as Little India, a vibrant community of vendors is battling to keep their doors open past 7pm. This comes in the wake of a recent Council crackdown that has seen several businesses slapped with hefty fines for trading beyond the stipulated hours. The crackdown has ignited...Read More
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In a heart-wrenching incident that has left many in mourning, a young Indian-origin woman, Manpreet Kaur, tragically passed away on a Qantas Airways flight in Melbourne, Australia. The 24-year-old was on her way to New Delhi to reunite with her family after four long years, but fate had other plans. Manpreet Kaur, who had moved...Read More
