Dineth Fernando Makes History With World Youth Scrabble Triumph After Six Months in Australia
Desi Australia August 15, 2026
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Dineth Fernando Makes History With World Youth Scrabble Triumph After Six Months in Australia

Thirteen-year-old Melbourne student Dineth Fernando has achieved a remarkable international breakthrough, winning the 2026 World Youth Scrabble Championship in Nairobi, Kenya. Having moved to Australia from Sri Lanka only six months earlier, Fernando overcame more than 130 competitors representing 15 countries during the three-day tournament, securing a title that marks a significant milestone in his […]

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Indian-Origin CFA Volunteer Karthick Thanigaimani Returns for Ninth Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb
Desi Australia August 1, 2026
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Indian-Origin CFA Volunteer Karthick Thanigaimani Returns for Ninth Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb

After nearly a decade of serving Victorian communities as a volunteer firefighter, Indian-origin Country Fire Authority (CFA) member Karthick Thanigaimani is preparing to take on one of Australia’s toughest charity challenges once again. On 12 September, he will participate in the Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb for the ninth time, combining physical endurance with a commitment […]

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Prime Minister Modi Invites Victorian Opposition Leader Jess Wilson to Visit India
Desi Australia July 11, 2026
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Prime Minister Modi Invites Victorian Opposition Leader Jess Wilson to Visit India

Victorian Opposition Leader Jess Wilson has revealed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation for her and her team to visit India during a meeting held in Melbourne. The discussion took place as part of Prime Minister Modi’s official visit to Australia, which focused on strengthening the growing partnership between the two nations. […]

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Narendra Modi Arrives In Melbourne As Australia And India Enter A New Era Of Strategic And Economic Partnership
Desi Australia July 9, 2026
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Narendra Modi Arrives In Melbourne As Australia And India Enter A New Era Of Strategic And Economic Partnership

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Melbourne for a landmark three-day visit, marking another significant chapter in the rapidly expanding Australia-India relationship. The visit centres on the Australia-India Annual Leaders’ Summit, where Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Prime Minister Modi are expected to unveil new initiatives across trade, defence, critical minerals, clean energy, […]

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Melbourne’s River Ahmad Creates History As First Afghan Woman To Reach The Summit Of Mount Everest
Desi Australia June 17, 2026
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Melbourne’s River Ahmad Creates History As First Afghan Woman To Reach The Summit Of Mount Everest

Melbourne-based mountaineer and refugee advocate River Ahmad has etched her name into history, becoming the first Afghan woman to successfully summit Mount Everest. Her remarkable achievement has been celebrated across Australia and around the world as a powerful story of resilience, hope and determination. Known formally as Zakia Ahmad and affectionately as “River”, the 31-year-old […]

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Indian High Commissioner Meets Victoria Premier to Strengthen Trade, Education and Community Ties
Desi Australia June 16, 2026
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Indian High Commissioner Meets Victoria Premier to Strengthen Trade, Education and Community Ties

India and Victoria have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation following a high-level meeting between Indian High Commissioner to Australia, Nagesh Singh, and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan. The discussions focused on expanding economic, educational and people-to-people connections between India and one of Australia’s most globally connected states. The meeting comes at a time when […]

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