NSW Premier Chris Minns and Treasurer Daniel Mookhey have used their India visit to push for stronger aviation links between India and Western Sydney, meeting representatives of Air India in New Delhi as the state seeks to attract a direct service to the new Western Sydney International Airport. The discussions form part of the NSW […]
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Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s approach to international affairs, describing him as a leader who places India’s interests firmly at the centre of his foreign policy. Morrison also commended External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar, highlighting his role in advancing New Delhi’s diplomatic priorities on the global […]
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Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has marked India’s 80th Independence Day by recognising the country’s remarkable transformation since 1947 and the significant contribution of Australians with Indian heritage. His message highlighted the growing importance of the Australia–India relationship while celebrating the achievements of a community that has become an increasingly influential part of Australian society. Taylor […]
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has extended his Independence Day wishes to Indian Australians, recognising India’s progress over eight decades and highlighting the important contribution of the community to Australia–India relations. His message comes as Indian communities across Australia prepare to mark the 80th anniversary of India’s independence with celebrations of heritage, culture and national achievement. […]
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Australia and Bangladesh are set to begin a highly anticipated two-Test series in Darwin, with the opening match scheduled to start on Thursday, 13 August 2026, at Marrara Oval. The series is unusual not only because of its winter timing but also because it marks Bangladesh’s first Test tour of Australia since 2003. The first […]
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The NSW Government has opened nominations for the 2027 Multicultural Community Medals and Honour Roll, inviting people across New South Wales to nominate individuals and organizations making outstanding contributions to the state’s multicultural communities. The prestigious awards recognise community leaders, volunteers, advocates and organisations whose work helps strengthen inclusion, belonging and understanding between people from […]
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A new work of historical fiction, Empty Jar & The Jam Boy, by author Indranil Halder, takes readers deep into the extraordinary history of 19th-century Bengal, combining commerce, colonialism, art, folklore and personal tragedy. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Bengal, the book explores both the immense prosperity of the region and the […]
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kept the official cash rate unchanged at 4.35%, maintaining its current setting at its August 2026 monetary policy meeting. The decision was broadly expected by financial markets, but the central bank’s latest comments indicate that interest rates could still rise again if inflationary pressures remain stronger than anticipated. […]
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NASA has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to participate in its Moon Base programme, opening a new chapter in India-US cooperation in space exploration. The invitation comes as the two countries look to expand collaboration in civil and commercial space activities, with lunar exploration and future human spaceflight emerging as important areas of […]
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A student from Meghalaya has achieved an international milestone after being selected to represent India at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament (CYP13) in Sydney, Australia. Nandini Ishvi O. Sangma, a Political Science student at Don Bosco College, Tura, joined young participants from across the Commonwealth for a programme focused on parliamentary democracy, leadership and governance. […]
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