Australia: News
Rising seas will threaten millions of Australians by 2050: Report
A national climate risk assessment report has warned that no Australian community will be spared from the worsening impacts of climate change.
Solar eclipse on September 21: Check India visibility and timings
The year will witness its last solar eclipse on September 21, 2025. This celestial event holds special significance in India as it coincides with Pitra Paksha, a time dedicated to honoring ancestors.
UK home secretary threatens India with visa restrictions over migrants
The United Kingdom's new Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has warned that India and other nations could face new visa restrictions if they don't cooperate in taking back illegal migrants.
Malayalam actor fined ₹1L for carrying jasmine 'gajra' at airport!
Malayalam actor Navya Nair recently faced a hefty fine of over ₹1 lakh at Melbourne Airport in Australia.
Australia's 'mushroom murderer' sentenced to life in prison
Erin Patterson, the Australian woman convicted of murdering three relatives of her estranged husband using toxic mushrooms, has been sentenced to life in prison with a non-parole period of 33 years.
NCB issues international silver notice against Dubai-based drug trafficker
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has issued an international Silver Notice against Pawan Thakur, a Dubai-based drug trafficker, in connection with India's biggest cocaine seizure, NDTV reported.
Why anti-immigration rallies, targeting Indians, are taking place in Australia
Australia recently witnessed a series of anti-immigration protests, especially aimed at the Indian migrant community.
India to build 1M homes worth $500B in Australia
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that India is in "deep negotiations" with Australia to construct one million homes there.
Why France is suing an Australian live-streaming platform
French authorities are preparing to sue Kick, a live-streaming platform, following the death of influencer Jean Pormanove, aka Raphael Graven.
India and Australia inch closer to big trade deal
India and Australia have concluded the 11th round of negotiations toward a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).
Google partners with Australia's national news agency for Gemini AI
Google has struck a deal with Australia's national news agency, the Australian Associated Press (AAP), to enhance its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) platform.
Australia: Penny stock surges 8,700%, turns $11K into $1M
Kaili Resources, an Australian mining company dealing with rare earths, witnessed a jaw-dropping 8,733% surge in its share price on Monday.
Qantas fined $59M for illegally sacking 1,800 workers during COVID
Australian airline giant Qantas has been slapped with a massive A$90 million (approximately $59 million) fine by the Federal Court of Australia.
Khalistanis create ruckus, disrupt Independence Day celebrations in Australia
Pro-Khalistani individuals disrupted India's 79th Independence Day celebrations outside the Consul General's office in Melbourne, Australia, on Friday.
Apple, Google abused their app market domination, says Australian court
Epic Games has scored a major victory against tech giants Apple and Google in Australia.
Tuvaluans to migrate to Australia as climate change submerges islands
Tuvalu, a Pacific island nation, is set to become the world's first country to undergo a planned migration due to rising sea levels.
Who's Daniel Jackson, who formed 'new country' with 400 citizens
Daniel Jackson, a 20-year-old Australian, has declared himself president of the Free Republic of Verdis, a self-proclaimed micronation in a disputed territory between Croatia and Serbia.
Australia's Great Barrier Reef suffers worst-ever coral decline: Report
Australia's Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest coral reef system, has witnessed its most severe coral bleaching event ever since records began 39 years ago.
Lingayat seer forced to quit Karnataka mutt over Muslim background
A 22-year-old seer, who was recently appointed head of the Gurumalleshwara Shakha mutt in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar, was forced to resign after his Muslim background came to light.
Australia recruits 7,000 soldiers in a year using TikTok ads
Australia's military recruitment has hit a 15-year high, with over 7,000 full-time personnel enlisted in the 2024-25 financial year.
Diet soda linked to higher diabetes risk
A recent study has found that drinking just one can of diet soda a day could increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by as much as 38%.
Australia's first orbital rocket crashes just seconds after launch
Australia's first-ever homegrown orbital rocket, Eris, has failed in its maiden attempt to reach space.
Australia just banned YouTube for children under 16: Here's why
Australia has added YouTube to its world-first ban on social media for teenagers.
Baz Luhrmann's 5 musical masterpieces that redefined cinema
Baz Luhrmann has a unique style to his films, and he's the master of musical blockbusters.
5 times Werner Herzog redefined nature filmmaking
If anyone has made documentaries on the wonders of nature, it has to be the renowned filmmaker Werner Herzog.
Australia beat West Indies, secure T20I series win: Key stats
Australia sealed the five-match T20I series against West Indies with a victory in the fourth match at Warner Park, Basseterre.
Aamir Khan to hoist Indian flag at IFFM 2025
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will hoist the Indian national flag at the 2025 edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) on August 15, India's Independence Day.
BMW X5 'Shadow Edition' SUV unveiled: Check what's special
BMW has launched a special edition of its popular X5 SUV in Australia.
'Go home brown…': Temple in Australia defaced with hate graffiti
The Shree Swaminarayan Temple in Australia and two Asian restaurants were vandalized with hate graffiti on July 21.
Australian passengers forced to remove underwear can sue Qatar Airways
Five Australian women have been granted permission to sue Qatar Airways after they were allegedly strip-searched after being removed from a flight.
'F..k off, Indian': Adelaide student brutally beaten in racially-motivated attack
Charanpreet Singh, a 23-year-old Indian international student, was brutally assaulted in Adelaide, Australia.
Has vaping among school-age children reduced since Australia banned it?
A study conducted by the Cancer Council of Australia has revealed a significant decline in vaping among school-age children, a year after it was banned.
Trump says Coca-Cola is changing its key ingredient in US
US President Donald Trump has announced that Coca-Cola has agreed to consider switching to real cane sugar for its drinks sold in the country.
Emergency vaccination has saved millions of lives, shows study
Emergency vaccination during disease outbreaks has reduced deaths from cholera, Ebola, measles, meningitis, and yellow fever by nearly 60% in the last 25 years, a new study has revealed.
Huge 'BLOBS' deep inside Earth may be causing volcanic eruptions
A recent study has uncovered the role of massive "BLOBS" in the Earth's mantle in triggering volcanic eruptions.
Australian woman found guilty of murdering in-laws with poisonous mushrooms
An Australian woman, Erin Patterson, has been found guilty of murdering her estranged husband's parents and aunt by serving them a beef Wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms.
What to expect from Shahana Goswami's series 'Four Years Later'
The upcoming eight-part series Four Years Later, starring Shahana Goswami and Akshay Ajit Singh, is set to premiere on Lionsgate Play on July 11 (Friday).
Vitamin B6 supplement overdose linked to nerve damage, poor coordination
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, is an essential nutrient that helps in protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism.
India, Australia sign major defense deal to enhance undersea monitoring
India and Australia have signed a major defense agreement to strengthen their undersea surveillance capabilities.
'Heil Hitler' controversy: Why Australia canceled Ye's visa
The Australian government has canceled the visa of US rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, over his controversial song Heil Hitler.
Nicole Kidman: The Aussie star who took over American screens
Australian actor Nicole Kidman has become a cultural icon in America with her eclectic roles and performances that leave a mark.
George Miller's action films you need to rewatch
George Miller is a legendary filmmaker with a distinct take on action films.
Amazon to invest $13B in Australian data centers by 2029
Amazon has announced a massive investment of A$20 billion (approximately $13 billion) in Australia from 2025 to 2029.
What is AUKUS, submarine deal between Australia, UK and US?
Australia's Defense Minister Richard Marles has expressed confidence that the AUKUS submarine deal with the United Kingdom and the United States will go ahead, despite reports that the Pentagon is reviewing the 2021 deal.
One in 3 Australian men have committed intimate partner violence
A study in Australia has revealed that over one in three men have committed intimate partner violence (IPV), a significant increase from one in four a decade ago.
3 Indians abducted in Iran while traveling to Australia rescued
Three Indian nationals from Punjab, who had gone missing in Tehran on May 1 while traveling to Australia, have been rescued by Tehran police.
Indian-origin man on life support after cops 'kneel on neck'
Gaurav Kundi, a 42-year-old Indian-origin man, is currently on life support at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in Australia following a violent encounter with the police in Adelaide's eastern suburbs.
Will Modi break tradition, skip G7 summit in Canada?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to skip the upcoming Group of Seven (G7) Summit in Canada from June 15-17.
Visiting Australia? Try these authentic dishes
Australia is home to some of the most unique snacks that reflect the country's diverse culture and natural resources.
'3 oceans, 4 continents': How Navy officers completed historic voyage
Two Indian Navy officers, Lieutenant Commander Roopa A and Lieutenant Commander Dilna K, are set to arrive in Goa on Thursday after completing a historic circumnavigation of the globe.
Actor plans to 'cryogenically preserve' son's body after tragic death
Clare McCann, an Australian actor and filmmaker, is desperately trying to raise $2,00,000 in just seven days to "cryogenically preserve" her 13-year-old son Atreyu's body.
Sarah Snook plays 26 roles in Broadway's 'Dorian Gray'
Sarah Snook, best known for her role as Shiv Roy on HBO's Succession, has taken on a new challenge on Broadway.
Japan offers 'full support' to India in fight against terrorism
Japanese Defense Minister General Nakatani has extended full support to India after the recent Pahalgam attack.
How this mathematician solved algebra's oldest problem
In a major breakthrough in algebra, Norman Wildberger, a mathematician from UNSW Sydney, has introduced a new method to solve higher polynomial equations.