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Following Senator Jacinta Price’s removal from the Coalition frontbench, Liberal leader Sussan Ley has apologised to Indian Australians over Price’s comments on migration. Last week, Price alleged that the Labor government was giving priority to Indian migrants to strengthen its voter base.

This year, as Australia celebrates 'Are You OK' day on 11 September. SBS Hindi spoke to community ambassador Mahir Munot, who shares the importance of extending support and normalising the conversation around mental health issues.

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The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports that women are living longer and cancer rates have fallen over the past 25 years. However, younger women are showing higher prevalence of depression and other mental health conditions.

The Indian community in Australia has dismissed Senator Jacinta Price’s claim that Labor is bringing in Indian migrants to win votes, calling it ‘baseless’ and ‘hurtful.’ While several leaders from peak bodies and community organisations attended a roundtable with opposition party leaders in Sydney to address the issue, others from across different states stressed that the community deserves respect for its contributions to building modern Australia. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has also thrown his support behind the community, calling on Senator Price to issue an apology.

India’s international relations are being shaped by tense trade with the US, strategic defence ties with Russia, challenges with China and closer engagement with Australia. All these have been shaping its foreign policy and impacting the diaspora. In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with Dr Dilip Chaubey, a senior journalist, who shared his insights on India’s evolving role in global geopolitics.

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The latest Financy Women’s Index is out for the June quarter, with the national gender pay gap narrowed to 11.5 per cent from 11.9 per cent, its best result on record. SBS Hindi spoke to Financy's CEO, Bianca Hartge Hazelman and financial expert Paridhi Jain shared insights, noting that the growing presence of women in leadership and financial advisory roles marks modest progress in Australia’s path toward gender equality. .

Employment-related scams are increasing across Australia. In this podcast, we spoke with one affected individual (whose identity has been concealed), who explained how fraudsters lure people with fake job offers and demand upfront payments under the pretense of securing employment. We also discussed with Naishad Gadhani, career counsellor and employment coach at Monash University, about how to identify fake job portals and also suggested pathways for job seekers to attain career opportunities.

Tim Watts, the Labor MP for Gellibrand, one of Australia’s most culturally diverse electorates, has been appointed by the Prime Minister as the Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs. In this podcast, Watts, a former Assistant Foreign Minister, spoke about his upcoming visit to India this month and how he envisions his new role in strengthening ties with partners across the Indian Ocean.

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At just 18, Melbourne-born Jai Saxena is already making his mark in AFL. Now part of the Coates Talent League powerhouse Oakleigh, he speaks to SBS Hindi about his love for the game and the challenges he faced on his path to his first AFL draft year.

Triple murderer Erin Patterson has been given a life sentence for the so-called mushroom murders. The sentence comes more than two years after she served a death cap mushroom-laced lunch that killed three of her former in-laws. She was also found guilty of the attempted murder of another lunch attendee, Ian Wilkinson. More in this podcast.

For Indian Australians, gold is more than an adornment. It is a culture, a security and an heirloom for the next generation. But as prices soar by nearly 70 per cent in just five years, families in Sydney’s “Little India” and beyond face tough choices: hold on for tradition or sell for survival. Experts say global unrest, inflation fears, and central banks’ buying spree are driving prices. This episode examines how the diaspora navigates tradition under pressure and what the World Gold Council predicts for the future.

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Do you know someone who makes an extraordinary impact in the community? It could be a person from any background or field of endeavour. You can help celebrate their achievements by nominating them for an Order of Australia. The more we recognise extraordinary members within our communities, the more Australia’s true diversity is reflected in the Australian honours list. - क्या आप किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति को जानते हैं जो समुदाय में असाधारण योगदान देते हैं? वह व्यक्ति किसी भी पृष्ठभूमि या क्षेत्र से हो सकते हैं। आप उन्हें ऑर्डर ऑफ़ ऑस्ट्रेलिया के लिए नामांकित करके उनकी उपलब्धियों का सम्मान करने में मदद कर सकते हैं। जब हम अपने समुदाय के असाधारण सदस्यों को पहचानते हैं, तो ऑस्ट्रेलिया की असली विविधता सम्मान सूची में बेहतर रूप से झलकती है।

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A new report by the New South Wales Nurses and Midwives Association has revealed the alarming rates of racism and discrimination experienced by Aboriginal and culturally diverse healthcare workers. The union's survey found nearly 70 per cent of respondents face racism at work, leading to calls for urgent action to address this issue. The report highlights how racism is affecting the health and well-being of both staff and patients.

The first Sunday of September marks Father’s Day in Australia. On this occasion, SBS Hindi brings this podcast exploring how the role of fathers is evolving. Today’s dads are more than just providers; they are active partners in parenting. We also look at how modern fathers are bringing balance, joy, and emotional strength to their families through their hands-on involvement.

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For her 11th birthday, primary student Aashi asked for no gifts, only the chance to crochet squares for 'Wrap With Love', which transforms them into blankets for asylum seekers, refugees, and others in need. With local MP Nick Staikos offering his office as a drop-off point, her initiative is growing beyond Melbourne. Listen to how Aashi turns every square into a gesture of kindness.

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The Federal Government will release more than 20,000 aged care packages following an agreement between Labor and the Coalition. Here’s how the deal came together.

Liberal Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's claim that the government is accepting "large numbers" of Indian migrants into Australia to bolster Labor's vote has been strongly rebuffed by the Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs, Tim Watts. Listen to this interview in which he shares how he is engaging with the community following recent anti-immigration rallies and their turnout.

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Heavy monsoon rains during August and September have caused widespread destruction across India, with Punjab among the worst-affected states. The state government has declared Punjab a disaster-affected area. In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with Aku Srivastava, editor of Navodaya Times, who shares insights on the current situation in Punjab.

As the Coalition remains split over net zero emission targets, former security officials warn that climate change poses a national security threat. In the Senate, the Greens want the National Climate Risk Assessment Report released, while Nationals Senator Matt Canavan is pushing to repeal net zero.

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Following nationwide anti-immigration rallies over the weekend, the government has confirmed that Australia’s permanent migration program will remain unchanged, with the annual cap staying at 185,000 places. Listen to this podcast with insights from migration agent, Neha Singh, and researcher, Surjeet Dhanji, to understand the announcement made soon after the protests.

Many regional towns across Australia struggle to attract essential workers and services, often due to a lack of affordable housing and other factors. Karishma Khanna, who recently decided to relocate to Melbourne after living in Geelong for two years, shares the challenges she faced while living in the regional area. As a student and job seeker, she says she can 'save more' by living in the city, contrary to popular belief.

SBS Hindi recently spoke to Tanay Shah, who flew from Melbourne to participate in the Sydney World Major Marathon 2025. From barely running 2 kilometers a year ago to completing multiple marathons, Tanay shares his preparation journey and how running turned out to be a 'mental therapy' for him, helping him overcome everyday stress and challenges.

The National Drowning Report 2025 records 357 deaths in 2024–25, a 27 per cent increase over the 10-year average. Over one-third of these deaths involved people born overseas. In this episode, we speak with Harpreet Kandra, a community member in Victoria, who attended the report's release. He describes the new death toll as shocking and a stark wake-up call for migrants to recognise the dangers of being near water.

अमरोहा के राजीव कुमार प्रजापति के परिवार की चौथी पीढ़ी तबला और अन्य भारतीय वाद्य यंत्र बनाने में जुटी हुई है। उनके हाथों में लकड़ी का एक साधारण टुकड़ा भी ऐसा रूप ले लेता है कि उसकी थाप सुनते ही मन मोहित हो जाता है। नीम, आम, शीशम और अन्य लकड़ियों के टुकड़ों से वे इस शिल्प की शुरुआत करते हैं। यह काम अत्यंत धैर्य और मेहनत मांगता है, क्योंकि एक छोटी सी चूक भी पूरी मेहनत को बिगाड़ सकती है।

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The Jain community in Australia is celebrating its most significant festival, Paryushan Parv, which spans 18 days across various Jain traditions. At the same time, the community is ambitiously constructing grand temples in Sydney and Melbourne using nearly 3,000 tonnes of marble, the same variety used to build the Taj Mahal. In this episode, we hear from devotees, youth scholars, and temple leaders about how a modest community, numbering almost 6,000 according to the last census, is shaping a grand legacy.

A new study, published in JDR Clinical & Translational Research and based on data from 4,400 children, has found a link between tooth loss and bullying among adolescents. Senior author of the study, Associate Professor Ankur Singh from the University of Sydney, highlights the psychological effects of tooth decay. Based on official figures showing that 24 per cent of children suffer from decay in their adult teeth, the study is calling for stronger government support to provide free dental care for children and adolescents.

Thousands joined anti-immigration rallies across Australia on Sunday, sparking counter-protests and national debate. Political leaders condemned the 'divisive' rhetoric, while some Indian community leaders expressed their concern over the broader impact on social cohesion.

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The MINDSET Team, led by the National Ageing Research Institute, has co-designed and trialled online training to enhance interpreter-mediated dementia assessments. This has significantly improved communication between patients and clinicians, explains Professor Bianca Brijnath. In this interview with SBS Hindi, she also highlights lifestyle changes that could delay the onset of dementia

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