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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

A string of recent antisemitic incidents—including a firebombed synagogue and targeted protests—has intensified national debate on community safety and hate speech in Australia. Political leaders, Jewish and Muslim community heads, and law enforcement are calling for decisive action. From Melbourne to New South Wales, concerns span rising threats to places of worship and the emotional toll on communities. This episode unpacks official responses, policy proposals and the growing demand for national coordination to combat antisemitism and protect civil harmony.

Every year, many Indians Australians travel to India to take part in the Amarnath Yatra, the annual Hindu pilgrimage. This takes place in India-administered Kashmir — a region currently under a ‘Do Not Travel’ warning issued by the Australian government. In this podcast, we discuss whether travel insurance covers trips to such areas.

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The high-profile Mushroom murder case that has been the centre of the world's attention has concluded with a guilty verdict for Erin Patterson. The verdict was announced after seven days of deliberations where the jury found her guilty of the murder and attempted murder of her estranged husband's relatives.

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.

A new national lung cancer screening program has been launched on 1 July which is aimed at detecting lung cancer in its early stages. In this SBS Hindi podcast, medical oncologist Dr Darshit A Thaker explains the key aspects of the program and shares important insights into lung cancer awareness, prevention and early detection.

With Artificial Intelligence (AI) becoming increasingly prominent in our everyday lives, discussions have begun on whether it should be taught in schools. In this podcast, we speak to Abhinav Dhall, Associate Professor in the Department of Data Science and AI at Monash University, to explore whether introducing AI in classrooms would prepare the next generation for the future or hinder their critical thinking skills.

उत्तर प्रदेश राज्य के एक सरकारी स्कूल की प्रिंसिपल दीपमाला पांडेय ने एक परिवर्तनात्मक पहल की है। उन्होंने 'होप लाइन' नाम से एक मुहिम शुरू की है, जिसमें डॉक्टरों का एक पैनल शामिल है। यह पैनल बच्चों को फोन के ज़रिए कई महत्वपूर्ण जानकारियाँ देने की कोशिश करता है, जैसे — आवश्यकतानुसार इलाज, इलाज प्राप्त करने के स्थान और संबंधित सरकारी योजनाओं की जानकारी। इसी के साथ, इस मुहिम के अंतर्गत दूर-दराज़ के गांवों और ब्लॉकों में मेडिकल कैंपों का आयोजन भी किया जाता है, जिनमें दिव्यांग बच्चों की स्क्रीनिंग और काउंसलिंग की जाती है, ताकि उनके पुनर्वास में सहायता मिल सके।

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This year, NAIDOC week is marking 50 years of honouring First Nations voices and culture. What began as a movement for justice, equality, freedom, and basic human rights has grown into a powerful national celebration and a platform for the issues still affecting Indigenous people today.

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Australia’s real estate market is heating up as interest rates decline. In this podcast, we discuss what lies ahead for the housing sector and why it’s getting tougher than ever for first-time buyers to break into the market.

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Tuvalu, a small Pacific nation endangered by rising sea levels, has witnessed thousands apply for Australia’s new climate visa, part of a groundbreaking agreement. In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with registered migration agent Navneet Singh to discuss Australia’s first 'climate visa' and its implications. We will also discuss whether the new visa pathways could be accessible to other countries, including India.

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In this podcast by SBS Hindi, we explore the growing confusion over who will be the successor of the Dalai Lama as he approaches his 90th birthday. While China insists the next spiritual leader must be Chinese, the Dalai Lama says his successor could come from the free world—and might even be a woman.

Nearly six million Qantas customer records may have been compromised in a latest cyber attack. However, the airline has assured that no credit card, financial, or passport details were exposed. In this podcast, cyber expert Dr Ritesh Chugh explains the steps customers should take now to protect themselves.

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The Victorian government is taking action after a childcare worker was charged with multiple alleged child sexual abuse offences, potentially affecting several families. In this podcast, we hear from concerned mothers calling for stronger safety and security measures at childcare centres.

Several parts of New South Wales have been affected by 'bomb cyclone'. In particular, many areas of Sydney have been severely impacted by heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding, while relief efforts are ongoing. In this SBS Hindi podcast, we provide information about the cyclone and feature conversations with local residents to understand the situation on the ground.

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From 1 July 2025, the weekly minimum wage will be $948 for full-time employees, with casual workers entitled to at least $31.19 per hour. This podcast explores who will benefit, how businesses might respond, and what this change will mean amid rising living costs in Australia.

पुणे शहर के आर्किटेक्ट राजेंद्र इनामदार ने एक अनोखे तरीके से अपना घर बनाया है। उन्होंने इस घर के निर्माण में हज़ारों प्लास्टिक की बोतलों का इस्तेमाल किया है। आज यह घर लोगों के आकर्षण का केंद्र बन गया है। इस घर में कमरे, एम्फीथियेटर और यहां तक कि स्विमिंग पूल भी हैं — और हर जगह प्लास्टिक की बोतलों का ही प्रयोग हुआ है, जिन्हें राजेंद्र ने कई वर्षों तक एकत्र किया था।