“An opulent city lay at my mercy… vaults piled with gold and jewels.” – Robert Clive, 1757 In the early eighteenth century, Murshidabad was not merely wealthy – it was one of the richest cities on earth. Capital of Bengal and nerve centre of global trade, it radiated prosperity so immense that European powers fought to […]
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Selliah Nalliah Service to the Tamil and Hindu communities Selliah Nalliah has been a cornerstone of the Tamil and Hindu communities in Victoria for several decades. Through sustained volunteerism, he has played a vital role in preserving cultural identity while supporting community wellbeing, particularly among older migrants. Based in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, Mr Nalliah has […]
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The Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, Her Excellency Sam Mostyn, today hosted a Women in Sport & Business Leadership Celebration at Admiralty House marking one month to go until the kick-off of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™ and recognising the tournament as a defining moment for women’s sport in Australia and across […]
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The AFL has taken another significant step in its international expansion, with CEO Andrew Dillon spending a week in India as the league strengthens its presence in one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing sporting markets. Beginning his visit in Mumbai, Dillon said the trip underscored both the scale of opportunity and the growing momentum […]
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The Parramatta community will soon benefit from a brand-new facility where they can drop off household waste items for free, thanks to an initiative from the City of Parramatta with support from the NSW Government. The new recycling centre in North Parramatta is expected to open in the coming weeks, allowing the community to dispose […]
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India and the United States have taken a significant step forward in bilateral economic relations with the announcement of a major trade agreement that includes the removal of additional tariffs on key Indian exports. The decision, confirmed by the White House, is expected to strengthen commercial ties, boost trade flows, and enhance cooperation between two […]
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On Saturday, 14 February 2026, Bondi Pavilion will become a gentle sanctuary of reflection, healing and togetherness as the community gathers for Love Bondi — a free, ticketed afternoon of music, meditation and meaningful connection. Running from 2:30pm to 4:15pm in the Seagull Room at Bondi Pavilion, Love Bondi is designed as a welcoming space […]
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Workers in Victoria’s community services, contract cleaning and security industries should check if they’re eligible for the Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme. More than 450,000 Victorian workers are already registered for the Scheme. The Scheme allows eligible workers in the three industries to accrue portable long service leave entitlements, even if they change jobs or […]
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Cricket fans, mark your calendars! The India Women’s Cricket Team, fresh off their ICC Women’s World Cup victory, is heading to Sydney for a thrilling showdown at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). SCG Hosts a Classic Rivalry The opening match of the Women’s T20I series will take place on 15 February 2026, promising an exciting contest as Australia takes on […]
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The start of 2026 has seen gold and silver surge to record highs – only to crash on Friday. Gold prices peaked above US$5,500 (A$7,900) per ounce for the first time on Thursday, well above previous highs. But by the end of Friday, it had dropped to around US$5068 (A$7,282). Silver had been making gains even faster than gold. It […]
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