Australia: News
18 Mar 2024
UberUber pays $178M to settle conflict with Australian taxi drivers
Uber has agreed to a pay $178 million to resolve a long-standing disagreement with taxi and private hire car drivers in Australia.
11 Mar 2024
ChinaChina considers making bosses pay employees for 'invisible overtime'
China is considering providing legal protection for workers who are required to stay online even after their work hours.
11 Mar 2024
HyderabadHyderabad woman found murdered in Australia, husband flees to India
A woman from Telangana's Hyderabad was reportedly found murdered in Australia on Saturday. Her body was discovered in a wheelie bin on the side of a road in Buckley.
09 Mar 2024
TikTok11-year-old dies while attempting TikTok trend 'chroming': What is it?
In a heartbreaking incident, an 11-year-old boy named Tommie-Lee Gracie Billington passed away in the United Kingdom (UK) while attempting a dangerous TikTok challenge at a friend's house.
04 Mar 2024
CareerWhy Australia has the best marine biology universities
Australia, encircled by the Indian and Pacific oceans, is a prime spot for marine biology studies.
01 Mar 2024
MetaMeta to stop paying news publishers on Facebook: Here's why
Meta has revealed plans to phase out the Facebook News tab in the US and Australia by April 2024.
23 Feb 2024
TV NewsTV presenter Jesse Baird and partner get killed; policeman charged
A 28-year-old police officer, Constable Beau Lamarre-Condon, has been charged with two counts of murder related to the disappearance of Australian TV personality Jesse Baird and his partner, Luke Davies.
16 Feb 2024
FloodAustralia: 28-year-old Indian woman dies in Queensland floods
A 28-year-old Indian-origin woman has been killed in the floods in Queensland, Australia.
15 Feb 2024
Entertainment'Walkabout' to 'Lion': Best Australian movies
G'day movie enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a cinematic journey down under with some of the best Australian movies.
09 Feb 2024
Leonardo DiCaprioLeonardo DiCaprio advocates saving endangered swift parrot; shares statement
Hollywood star and environmental advocate Leonardo DiCaprio has called on Australia to stop logging native forests to save the critically endangered swift parrot.
08 Feb 2024
Labour PartyAustralia: Employees allowed to ignore bosses' calls after work hours
Australia is gearing up to implement a groundbreaking "right to disconnect" law, which would allow workers to disregard "unreasonable calls," messages, and emails from their bosses when off the clock.
04 Feb 2024
United States of AmericaIndia in driver seat: US envoy Eric Garcetti on Quad
United States (US) Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, said on Sunday that India has attained a central role in the Quad alliance, which also includes Australia and Japan.
01 Feb 2024
LifestyleMeet the ceramicist whose artwork symbolizes life, death, and rebirth
Ruth Ju-shih Li, a Taiwanese-Australian ceramic artist, has crafted a 15-meter-long ceramic flower sculpture that's meant to fall apart as viewers watch.
01 Feb 2024
Travel And TourismVisiting Whitsunday Islands in Australia? Do these activities
Immerse yourself in the tranquil splendor of the Whitsunday Islands, a jewel in the crown of Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
30 Jan 2024
United States of AmericaUkraine war boosts US weapons exports to record high
Overseas sales of the United States (US)'s weapons saw a significant increase in 2023, reaching a record total of $238 billion (approximately Rs. 19 lakh crore), BBC reported.
29 Jan 2024
Tribal CommunityIndigenous creativity: Exploring the rich tapestry of tribal art
Tribal crafts have played a pivotal role in preserving cultural heritage and traditions for centuries.
28 Jan 2024
United States of America9 countries stop funding UN body in Gaza: Here's why
At least nine countries, including the United States (US), the United Kingdom (UK), Australia, and Canada, have halted funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).
25 Jan 2024
Melbourne4 Indians drown at unpatrolled beach in Australia
Four Indians lost their lives in a mass drowning on Phillip Island in Victoria, Australia, according to the Indian High Commission in Canberra.
03 Jan 2024
Weird StoriesWoman granted permission to remove sperm from deceased husband
A woman in Western Australia, aged 62, has received approval from the Supreme Court to extract sperm from her deceased husband for possible use in posthumous fertilization.
02 Jan 2024
DenmarkDenmark's future queen's real-life fairy tale started in a bar!
On January 14, Denmark will witness a royal transition as Queen Margrethe II, Europe's longest-reigning monarch, steps down due to age and health concerns after 52 years of service.
27 Dec 2023
FoodAvocado toast godfather, chef Bill Granger, passes away at 54
Renowned Australian chef Bill Granger passed away at 54 on Christmas Day, leaving a legacy that shaped global cuisine.
23 Dec 2023
United States of AmericaUS: Hindu temple defaced with pro-Khalistani graffiti, India demands probe
A Hindu temple in Newark, California, United States (US), has been defaced with anti-India graffiti and controversial slogans, triggering outrage from the Indian diaspora.
19 Dec 2023
Narendra ModiIndia's diplomacy in 2023: A year of milestones
India has made some significant strides lately in the global diplomatic arena.
11 Dec 2023
Maruti SuzukiHow made-in-India Jimny SUV for Australia differs from local counterpart
Maruti Suzuki has made waves in the global market by launching its made-in-India Jimny SUV in Australia.
10 Dec 2023
WorldAustralia to triple foreign investment fees on existing homes
Australia's Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, has unveiled plans to triple foreign investment fees on existing homes and impose penalties on foreign owners who leave properties vacant for over six months.
19 Nov 2023
ICC Cricket World CupIndia vs Australia: Pro-Palestine protester invades pitch, hugs Kohli
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final match between India and Australia was interrupted for a few minutes on Sunday after a man wearing a white t-shirt with the message "Stop bombing Palestine" invaded the pitch.
19 Nov 2023
Disney+ HotstarIndia vs Australia: Disney+ Hotstar logs record-breaking 5.4cr viewers
For the ongoing India vs Australia ICC World Cup 2023 final, Disney+ Hotstar has experienced a record-breaking 5.4 crore concurrent viewers.
19 Nov 2023
ICC Cricket World CupModi, Dhoni: Grand guest list for India-Australia World Cup final
Indians across the globe will be cheering on the Men in Blue on Sunday as they take on Australia in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup final. While India is undefeated in this year's tournament, the Aussies are on an eight-match winning streak.
12 Nov 2023
DiwaliBeyond borders: Countries that celebrate Diwali
Diwali, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, but its significance and popularity have spread far beyond the nation's borders.
10 Nov 2023
CelebrityTV star-singer Johnny Ruffo passes away (35) battling cancer
Australian TV personality and singer Johnny Ruffo has passed away aged 35 after battling brain cancer, as reported by the BBC.
19 Oct 2023
Durga PujaDurga Puja beyond borders: Countries that celebrate the festival
Durga Puja, the vibrant and grand festival celebrating the victory of the Goddess Durga over evil, is an event cherished by millions.
14 Oct 2023
New ZealandChristopher Luxon wins New Zealand elections, to be next PM
Christopher Luxon, the leader of the center-right National Party, will be New Zealand's 42nd Prime Minister as incumbent Chris Hipkins conceded that his Labour Party had lost the general election, The Associated Press reported.
06 Oct 2023
Donald TrumpTrump allegedly shared US nuclear submarine secrets with Australian businessman
Former United States (US) President Donald Trump reportedly disclosed classified information on America's nuclear submarines to Australian billionaire businessman Anthony Pratt months after leaving the White House.
30 Sep 2023
FoodIconic vegetarian foods to eat in Australia
29 Sep 2023
Travel And TourismAwe-inspiring Australia: How to have an unforgettable experience
Australia offers a wealth of unique experiences beyond the well-trodden path. While some are crazier, others will make you respect the culture as well as the fauna and flora of the country.
27 Sep 2023
CanadaIndia-Canada diplomatic row may trigger dal shortage in India
The recent diplomatic rift between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar has raised concerns about a potential dal or lentil shortage in India.
27 Sep 2023
XElon Musk's X quietly removes feature for reporting electoral misinformation
Elon Musk's social media platform X has disabled a feature that allowed users to report misinformation about elections, per research firm Reset.Tech Australia.
26 Sep 2023
WorldAustralia: Crocodile expert admits to raping puppies, killing 39 dogs
Zoologist Adam Britton (51), a renowned crocodile expert and former academic at Australia's Charles Darwin University, pleaded guilty to 56 counts of animal cruelty against dogs and four counts of accessing and transmitting child abuse material.
21 Sep 2023
United States of AmericaRupert Murdoch steps down as chairman of Fox, News Corp
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch has announced that he will be stepping down from his role as chairman of the board of both Fox Corporation and News Corp. The corporations made the decision public on Thursday.
17 Sep 2023
HollywoodBaz Luhrmann's birthday: Looking back at all his directorial projects
Director-actor-producer Baz Luhrmann is celebrating his 61st birthday on Sunday (September 17).
30 Aug 2023
Australian PoliticsAustralia to hold referendum in October to recognize Indigenous people
Australia will hold a historic referendum on October 14 to decide whether to amend their constitution to recognize the country's Indigenous people—Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders—and establish an Indigenous advisory committee called the "Voice to Parliament."
29 Aug 2023
Health & WellnessWorld's first: Parasitic worm found alive in woman's brain
In a development that has taken the scientific community by surprise, doctors and scientists at the Australian National University and Canberra Hospital in Australia discovered a live parasitic worm inside the brain of a 64-year-old woman.
21 Aug 2023
World Health OrganizationNew COVID-19 BA.2.86 strain highly mutated compared to 'Eris': WHO
The newly classified BA.2.86 sub-variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is "highly mutated" compared to the original strain and the newly identified EG.5 or "Eris" strain, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.
20 Aug 2023
CanadaCanada: Over 30,000 forced to flee as wildfires intensify
Over 30,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in British Columbia, Canada, as a devastating wildfire threatened the city of Kelowna, AFP reported.
01 Aug 2023
SydneyAustralia: Former childcare worker booked for sexually abusing 91 children
A former childcare worker in Australia has been booked for more than 1,600 child abuse offenses against 91 minor girls, AFP reported.
26 Jul 2023
Travel And TourismWorld's prettiest pink destinations to satisfy your Barbie fantasy
It is the Barbie season everywhere. While Barbieland might not exist in real life, you sure can visit or experience places that give a pink Barbie vibe.
18 Jul 2023
Commonwealth Games (CWG)Here's why Australia has pulled out as 2026 CWG host
In a shocking turn of events, the Australian state of Victoria, which was all set to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games has decided to pull out of the quadrennial event.
17 Jul 2023
MexicoAustralian man and dog survive 2 months in Pacific Ocean
In a strange piece of news coming in from Sydney, Australia, a man named Tim Shaddock and his dog Bella survived an astounding two months in the Pacific Ocean.
14 Jul 2023
BollywoodIndian Film Festival of Melbourne 2023: 'Darlings' bags most nominations
The nominations for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2023 in the theatrical release, as well as OTT categories, were announced on Friday, with films like Darlings, Monica, O My Darling, Ponniyin Selvan film series, and Kantara leading in most categories.
14 Jul 2023
ExerciseAthlete breaks world record with 3,249 pushups in an hour
30-year-old Australian fitness and health enthusiast, Daniel Scali, has secured the title for the highest number of push-ups completed in a single hour.
11 Jul 2023
United States of America10-year-old develops 'most painful condition' known to mankind
A 10-year-old girl in Australia has been diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), a rare and incurable disorder that is often called the "most painful condition" known to mankind.
09 Jul 2023
CanadaCanada: Violence erupts in pro-Khalistani rally in Toronto, 2 held
Two pro-Khalistani protesters were reportedly detained by police in Toronto, Canada, on Saturday (local time) after violence broke out at a "Khalistan Freedom rally" outside the Indian consulate there.
08 Jul 2023
CanadaIndia braces for 'Khalistan Freedom rallies' in Canada, US, UK
The Indian government remained on tenterhooks on Saturday as the rallies under the "Khalistan Freedom movement" are reportedly being organized by Sikh separatist groups across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
04 Jul 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: 'Carry On Jatta 3' is on global domination
Carry On Jatta 3 is on a dream box office ride. The film is performing very well in India and abroad. The third installment of the Carry On Jatta franchise received decent reviews and is working like magic in North America and Australia.
30 Jun 2023
Mental HealthAustralia becomes first country to allow psychedelics to treat depression
Australia is set to become the first country to permit doctors to prescribe psilocybin and MDMA for treating mental health conditions like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
19 Jun 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Sam Esmail's 'Metropolis' TV series scrapped amid writers' strike
The ongoing writers' strike in Hollywood has given rise to an unrest situation in one of the biggest film industries in the world. Several major projects have been hit by this strike against the background of economic disparities.
15 Jun 2023
Sexual AssaultAustralian lawmaker alleges sexual assault in Parliament; Liberal senator responds
Australian lawmaker Lidia Thorpe on Thursday leveled sexual assault claims against fellow senator David Van in Parliament and alleged that the building was "not a safe place" to work for women.
13 Jun 2023
IndiaOver 6,500 millionaires could leave India in 2023
At least 6,500 millionaires or high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) are set to leave India in 2023, per the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report.
05 Jun 2023
New South Wales'Australia's worst female serial killer' pardoned after 20 years
Kathleen Folbigg, previously dubbed the worst female serial killer in Australia, was pardoned by a court in New South Wales and released on Monday after doubts emerged over her earlier conviction.
02 Jun 2023
Travel And TourismMuseum Of Underwater Art: You can snorkel in this museum
There are several exciting experiences and tourist attractions that you can cherish in Australia.
31 May 2023
OTT releasesFemale character to lead 'The Office Australia'
The Office is one of the cult classic series loved all around the world. The series enjoys huge popularity and has been a big part of memedom. The series is set to have an Australian version titled The Office Australia and the comedy franchise will be led by a female protagonist for the first time.
25 May 2023
Narendra ModiWorld wants to know what India is thinking: PM Modi
Addressing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers at Delhi's Palam airport after returning from his three-nation visit on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the world wants to know what India is thinking.
24 May 2023
Narendra ModiWon't accept vandalism of Hindu temples: India, Australia vow action
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese in Sydney on Wednesday over a wide range of issues, including the recent incidents of Hindu temples being vandalized in Australia.
23 May 2023
Narendra Modi'Masterchef,' cricket, democracy: Modi lists things that unite India, Australia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese addressed a gathering of more than 20,000 members of the Indian diaspora at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, on Tuesday.
23 May 2023
Narendra Modi'Modi is the boss': Australian PM Anthony Albanese in Sydney
Australian PM Anthony Albanese on Tuesday called his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi a "boss" during a grand event for the Indian diaspora in Sydney.