In this episode, we take you to Mildura in regional Victoria, where Diwali Utsav, the Festival of Lights, turned an ordinary evening into a vibrant celebration of culture, music and togetherness. Held at the Mildura Arts Centre, the event featured fashion shows, energetic dance performances, live DJ music and fireworks that lit up the night. The mu…

Israel is calling on Hamas to uphold the Gaza ceasefire agreement and return the bodies of hostages. Hamas, however, claims it was unable to return all the remains, as many remain inaccessible and unrecoverable. Meanwhile, Australia has confirmed it has no plans to deploy troops to any international stabilisation force in the Middle East, as talks …

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The debate over population and immigration policies in Australia has intensified once again, with large-scale protests scheduled to be held in major cities on October 19. These protests demand the government take immediate action to stop the 'mass immigration'. SBS Hindi spoke to Indian community members living in Australia, who shared their concer…

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Australian Minister Dr Anne Aly, who holds portfolios for International Development, Small Business and Multicultural Affairs, is visiting India to strengthen people-to-people connections. Highlighting that nearly one million Australians have Indian ancestry, she emphasised in an exclusive interview with SBS News the importance of community ties in…

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मानसिक स्वास्थ्य को लेकर बढ़ती जागरूकता और ‘राइट टू डिसकनेक्ट’ जैसे नए नियमों के बावजूद ऑस्ट्रेलिया के कार्यस्थलों में बर्नआउट की समस्या और बढ़ गई है। एक नए शोध के अनुसार लगभग तीन मिलियन ऑस्ट्रेलियाई अगले एक साल में अपनी नौकरी छोड़ने पर विचार कर सकते हैं। विशेषज्ञों का कहना है कि अत्यधिक कार्यभार, अवास्तविक डेडलाइन्स और निजी सीमाओं की कमी इसके प्रम…

Despite growing awareness about mental health and the introduction of the right to disconnect, new research shows workplace burnout among Australians is worsening. Around three million people are likely to consider leaving their jobs within the next year. Experts say heavy workloads, unrealistic deadlines, and blurred work-life boundaries are key d…

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The Scanlon Foundation Research Institute’s 2025 Mapping Social Cohesion Report reveals that 83 per cent of Australians view multiculturalism positively. Even among those who believe migration levels are too high, most still acknowledge its benefits, seeing migrants as good citizens (85 per cent) and contributors to the economy (66 per cent). Howev…

What strengthens social cohesion in a diverse country like Australia — policy, leadership, or the small everyday actions that bring people together? In this conversation with SBS Hindi, Cairns-based public servant Ravin Ramachandran Nair shares his story, reflecting on community and belonging. He also weighs in on the national debate around migrati…

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Payal Kumar, a Delhi resident, is bringing joy to children from underprivileged communities by celebrating their birthdays, something many of them have never experienced before. She visits their homes with a birthday cake, making their special day truly unforgettable, one they’ll cherish for a lifetime. - दिल्ली की पायल कुमार पिछले कई सालों से गरीब…

A new report by the Human Rights Law Centre and the Whitlam Institute reveals that over the past five decades, repeated attempts to introduce a federal Human Rights Act in Australia has failed due to political opposition and misinformation, despite strong public support. We speak with human rights advocate Professor Manjula Dutta O’Connor to unders…

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s recently concluded two-day visit to Australia, the first by an Indian defence minister in over a decade. Dr Raji Rajagopalan, Resident Senior Fellow at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, explains why the visit is significant and how it is set to further deepen cooperation between the two nations.…

Payal Kumar, a Delhi resident, is bringing joy to children from underprivileged communities by celebrating their birthdays, something many of them have never experienced before. She visits their homes with a birthday cake, making their special day truly unforgettable, one they’ll cherish for a lifetime.…

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A new report by a miscarriage support organisation, Pink Elephants, urges the government to create a national database that shows major gaps around miscarriage and early pregnancy loss in Australia. It also found that 75 per cent of women report feeling unsupported following a miscarriage. This is especially important to address challenges faced by…

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Laws have been introduced into federal parliament to stop employers from scrapping leave entitlements when families face the tragedy of a stillbirth or the death of their baby. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data shows six babies are stillborn every day, and two die within 28 days of birth in Australia.…

Taekwondo isn’t just a sport for Stacey Hymer. Iit’s a lifelong pursuit of strength, focus, and belief. The dual Olympian opens up about her journey, her proudest moments, and the unwavering dream of Olympic glory that continues to inspire her.

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Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on the first phase of US President Donald Trump's peace plan, signalling a possible step toward ending the two-year conflict. Trump confirmed that all remaining hostages in Gaza are set to be released early next week, calling it a “momentous breakthrough.” Israeli officials stated that the ceasefire will b…

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Monash University has joined forces with India’s Dharmashastra National Law University to tackle the growing problem of fake degrees. Together, they’re developing a first-of-its-kind blockchain-based digital platform designed to make academic records instantly verifiable. Leading the conversation, Dr Aashish Srivastava from Monash University’s Facu…

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From 1 October, all international travellers, including OCI cardholders, must submit an e-arrival card online within 72 hours before departure. The new digital system aims to streamline entry, reduce wait times, and eliminate manual data entry at airports. In this podcast, we talk about the new development with travel agent Nirav Kotak.…

Listen to this podcast featuring Arun Sharma from Celebrate India, who, along with a small group of volunteers, founded Melbourne’s iconic Diwali celebration at Federation Square. He shares how the event began as a community initiative to help the wider public understand the festival of lights and its cultural significance. Two decades on, the cele…

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From rising stress to shrinking social circles, loneliness is emerging as a silent epidemic among men, yet many hesitate to talk about it. In this podcast, we explore its impact on men from Indian and multicultural communities, their health and economy, while Psychiatrist Dr Davinder Singh Kochar shares why it's important to find support.…