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The Sandwich Generation Report 2025 by the Australian Seniors Research Series surveyed over 4,500 Australians to understand the challenges faced by those caring for both their children and ageing parents. It highlights the toll this dual responsibility takes on physical, mental, social, and financial wellbeing, with women being disproportionately affected. In this podcast, Melbourne mother Nisha Bajaj shares her personal experience of managing the demands of multi-generational caregiving. - ऑस्ट्रेलियन सीनियर्स रिसर्च सीरीज़ द्वारा जारी 'सैंडविच जनरेशन रिपोर्ट 2025' में 4,500 से अधिक ऑस्ट्रेलियाई लोगों का सर्वेक्षण किया गया, ताकि यह समझा जा सके कि अपने बच्चों और बुजुर्ग माता-पिता दोनों की देखभाल करने वालों को किन चुनौतियों का सामना करना पड़ता है। यह रिपोर्ट इस बात पर प्रकाश डालती है कि इस दोहरी जिम्मेदारी के कारण शारीरिक, मानसिक, सामाजिक और वित्तीय कल्याण पर कितना असर पड़ता है, जिससे महिलाएं सबसे ज़्यादा प्रभावित होती हैं। इस पॉडकास्ट में, मेलबर्न निवासी निशा बजाज ने दो पीढ़ियों की देखभाल से जुड़ी ज़िम्मेदारियों को निभाने का अपना व्यक्तिगत अनुभव साझा किया है।

वाराणसी के चार्टर्ड अकाउंटेंट नित्यानंद तिवारी अपने संसाधनों से लावारिस शवों का अंतिम संस्कार करते हैं। अब तक वे सैकड़ों ऐसे व्यक्तियों का अंतिम संस्कार कर चुके हैं, जिनके शव लेने के लिए कोई आगे नहीं आया। ऐसे लोगों को नित्यानंद सम्मानजनक अंतिम विदाई देते हैं, और इस कार्य में उनका खर्च मात्र 1150 रुपये आता है।

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will celebrate its 16th edition from August 14 to 24, 2025, featuring 75 films in 31 languages, including selections from Burma, Bhutan and Nepal. The festival will kick off with the Bengali film 'Baksho Bondi,' starring Tillotama Shome, and will host Aamir Khan as the chief guest, along with other Bollywood stars. - इंडियन फिल्म फेस्टिवल ऑफ मेलबर्न (IFFM) 14 से 24 अगस्त, 2025 तक अपने 16वें संस्करण का जश्न मनाएगा। इस बार इस फिल्म महोत्स्व में 31 भाषाओं में 75 फिल्में शामिल होंगी जिनमें बर्मा, भूटान और नेपाल की फिल्में भी होंगी। यह फेस्टिवल तिलोत्तमा शोम की बंगाली फिल्म 'बक्शो बोंडी' के साथ शुरू होगा। इसके अलावा, कई बॉलीवुड सितारों के साथ मुख्य अतिथि के रूप में आमिर खान इस फेस्टिवल में नज़र आएंगे।

A new study by Royal Life Saving Australia reveals a notable drop in drowning rates, especially among young children. However, challenges remain for migrant and regional communities, with rivers and beaches still high-risk locations. Marking World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July, a community volunteer, Harpreet Kandra, highlights that drowning remains a serious issue among migrants, including Indians, and calls for more safety initiatives to help prevent these tragic deaths. - रॉयल लाइफ सेविंग ऑस्ट्रेलिया के एक नए अध्ययन से पता चलता है कि पिछले 20 वर्षों में डूबने से होने वाली मौतों की दर में गिरावट आई है, खासकर छोटे बच्चों के बीच। हालांकि, प्रवासी और क्षेत्रीय समुदायों के लिए चुनौतियां अब भी बनी हुई हैं, और नदियां व समुद्र तट अब भी उच्च जोखिम वाले क्षेत्र बने हुए हैं। विश्व डूबना रोकथाम दिवस के मौके पर, जो हर साल 25 जुलाई को मनाया जाता है, मेलबर्न निवासी सामुदायिक स्वयंसेवक हरप्रीत कांद्रा इस मुद्दे पर प्रकाश डाल रहे हैं कि प्रवासी समुदायों, विशेष रूप से भारतीय मूल के लोगों के लिए ये क्यों एक गंभीर चिंता का विषय है, और इन दुखद घटनाओं को रोकने के लिए सुरक्षा पहलों पर बल देना क्यों ज़रूरी है।

A new study by Royal Life Saving Australia reveals a notable drop in drowning rates, especially among young children. However, challenges remain for migrant and regional communities, with rivers and beaches still high-risk locations. Marking World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July, a community volunteer, Harpreet Kandra, highlights that drowning remains a serious issue among migrants, including Indians, and calls for more safety initiatives to help prevent these tragic deaths.

Listen to the Top News of 23/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will celebrate its 16th edition from August 14 to 24, 2025, featuring 75 films in 31 languages, including selections from Burma, Bhutan and Nepal. The festival will kick off with the Bengali film 'Baksho Bondi,' starring Tillotama Shome, and will host Aamir Khan as the chief guest, along with other Bollywood stars.

The arrest of 26-year-old Melbourne childcare worker Joshua Dale Brown, charged with more than 70 child sex offences, has reignited debate around the role of men in early childhood education. In this podcast, we discuss whether men should be excluded from the sector and speak with concerned parents and a childcare centre owner about what such a ban could mean for the sector.

Listen to the Top News of 22/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

As Parliament resumes, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese outlines his agenda, while the opposition prepares to both cooperate and contest. Key legislative priorities include student debt cuts, penalty rate protections, childcare safety laws, and productivity reforms.

Listen to the top News of 21/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

When Vikas Rambal first arrived in Australia, he was confronted with an 'unsettling' question at an investment meet: "How many cars does India have?" That moment sparked a determination to prove his worth - not just as an individual, but as a representative of his community.

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The UK and France have put measures in place to curb the issue of illegal migrants coming in through boats and seeking asylum. In Australia, Indian nationals have emerged as one of the largest groups applying for protection visas in recent years. In this episode, we talk to migration expert Suman Dua on the realities behind these asylum claims in Australia and how it harms both genuine and non-genuine applicants.

Each year, over 180,000 Australians face death, yet few leave behind a will or clear end-of-life instructions. For Vibha Gulati, caring for her mother Bhusan at home fulfilled a deeply personal final wish. With the support of the Violet Initiative, a not-for-profit offering guidance and AI-enabled multilingual tools—families like Vibha’s find emotional and practical help. As Australia’s population ages, experts stress the growing need for services like Violet to support dignified and informed farewells.

Listen to the top News of 20/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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Diabetes is rising at an alarming rate in Australia, with a growing number of cases also reported among Indian communities. In this SBS Hindi podcast, we speak with Purva Guliyani, a researcher and nutritionist who works closely with migrant groups. She examines the challenges of delivering effective health messages within diverse communities and discusses why early diagnosis remains low. She also highlights how lifestyle changes after migration may be increasing the risk. As part of National Diabetes Week (13–19 July), efforts are being taken up to prevent Type 2 diabetes.

Listen to the top News of 17/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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The Reserve Bank has found that removing surcharges on eftpos, Mastercard, and Visa transactions, along with capping interchange fees for businesses, would serve the public interest. SBS Hindi speaks with Melbourne-based small business owner Diksha Khanna, who welcomes the move and shares how this relief could transform and strengthen her relationship with customers.

In this SBS Hindi podcast, we speak to Associate Professor Aditya Paranjape from the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Monash University to unpack the preliminary report on the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171. The flight went down shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad to London on 12 June. The 15-page investigation, released by India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau, points to a sudden cutoff of fuel to both engines as the likely cause.

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The Federal Court has dismissed a landmark case filed by Torres Strait Islanders Uncle Pabai Pabai and Uncle Paul Kabai, which argued the federal government had a legal duty to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to protect their communities from climate change. Evidence showed sea levels in the region are rising at twice the global average. The ruling comes despite a 2022 United Nations Human Rights Committee finding that Australia breached the Islanders’ rights by failing to act on climate threats.

Listen to the top News of 15/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

A newly published survey has revealed a concerning trend of widespread underpayment among young workers in Australia. Nearly one in three respondents—about 33 per cent—reported earning $15 an hour or less. The findings come from the final report of the Fair Day’s Work Project, titled 'Underpaid and Overlooked: The Wage Crisis Facing Young Workers in Australia', which surveyed 2,814 workers under the age of 30. In this podcast, we discuss its key findings and recommendations.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission recently announced the establishment of a dedicated unit to tackle the rising issue of romance scams, which cost Australians $23.6 million in 2024 alone, with an average loss of $24,216 per victim. In this podcast, Associate Professor Ritesh Chugh from CQ University explores the socio-technological reasons why people—particularly within migrant communities—are vulnerable to these scams, and discusses strategies for prevention and reporting.

Known as the 'Turbaned Tornado', Fauja Singh — the world’s oldest marathon runner — has died at the age of 114 following a road accident. Singh began his athletic journey at 89 and went on to break multiple international records in veteran athletics. Originally from Punjab, his determination and spirit inspired millions around the world, showing that age is no barrier to achievement.

कोलकाता निवासी पिंटू पोहान फुटपाथ पर एक छोटी सी पान की दुकान चलाते हैं, लेकिन उनकी लेखनी किसी प्रोफ़ेशनल लेखक से कम नहीं। पान बेचते-बेचते उन्होंने हजारों रचनाएं लिख डाली हैं — जिनमें उपन्यास, 200 से ज़्यादा कहानियां और कविताएं, गद्य-पद्य, फीचर, संपादकीय, पत्र, समाचार और पुस्तक समीक्षाएं शामिल हैं। हैरानी की बात यह है कि यह सब उन्होंने अपनी दुकान पर बैठकर ही रचा। आज उनकी किताबें स्वीडन के एक सरकारी स्कूल में पढ़ाई जा रही हैं, जहां छात्र इनकी रचनाओं से बंगाली पढ़ना और लिखना सीख रहे हैं।

Meet Snehesh Nag—a rising sitar talent whose music bridges generations, genres, and geographies. Trained by his father, renowned sitarist Pandit Sugato Nag, Snehesh grew up immersed in classical traditions and global sounds alike. Before turning 30, he’s collaborated with Grammy-winning artists, studied music technology in the US, and just wrapped his debut tour of Australia. In this episode, he shares the making of his debut album Nag Mahal, audience stories and advice for young musicians in the diaspora.

Listen to the top News of 14/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has commenced a six-day visit to China with the goal of strengthening tourism ties between the two nations. This podcast delves into the key elements of the visit, featuring insights from Dr. Pradeep Taneja, Senior Lecturer in Asian Politics at the University of Melbourne, who analyses its broader implications for international relations and its significance in the context of India.

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Australia’s Murujuga Cultural Landscape, home to over a million ancient rock engravings dating back 50,000 years, has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While traditional custodians celebrate the recognition, serious concerns remain about pollution from Woodside’s nearby gas project. UNESCO has asked Australia to continue monitoring industrial impacts. This feature explores the site’s global significance, the decades-long campaign for its protection, and the unresolved tension between cultural heritage and resource development.

Listen to the top News of 13/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

The European Court of Human Rights has delivered a historic ruling that finds Russia is responsible for the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 in 2014. The court's judgement is in response to four cases brought by Ukraine and the Netherlands against Russia since the start of the conflict in 2014.

Listen to the top News of 12/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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At just 16 years old, young author Jia Rastogi blends storytelling with financial wisdom in her debut book 'Class Clown to Wealth Wizard'. She has also been a finalist for the 'Teen Entrepreneur of the Year 2024'. Speaking with SBS Hindi, she shares the challenges of writing and offers practical guidance on mastering the art of saving and managing money.

Listen to the top News of 10/07/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Over 100 people have died in catastrophic flash flooding in central Texas this month. Search efforts are still underway for those who are missing. Torrential rains caused the Guadalupe River to overflow, inundating areas including Mo-Ranch, a Presbyterian summer camp and retreat centre. Concerns are being raised about the effectiveness of weather warnings and why some camps did not evacuate in time, despite forecasts of extreme conditions.

In this SBS Hindi podcast, we speak to Neeraja Shankar, a researcher exploring the impact of migration on South Asian communities in Australia, with a focus on parenting and mental health. As part of her PhD, Neerja aims to make parenting services more culturally sensitive and safe. Her work aspires to help practitioners and organisations develop guidelines that offer more effective and trustworthy support for parents from diverse backgrounds.

Getting ready to lodge your tax return this year? Tune into this podcast featuring an Australian Taxation Officer Jagjit Singh, who answers key tax questions and highlights the important dates for tax time 2025.

Three years after 19-year-old Warlpiri-Luritja man Kumanjayi Walker was fatally shot by a police officer in Yuendumu, a coronial inquest has found his death was 'avoidable'. The 683-page report makes 32 key recommendations, including strengthening anti-racism strategies and reviewing police firearm policies in Aboriginal communities. Human rights advocates say it’s time for real action that includes recommendations from the 1991 Royal Commission on Aboriginal deaths in custody. In this episode, we explore the findings and community response.