By Sumathi Krishnan Crisp footsteps, Adorn anklets Proclaiming that old, Grown anew With a sway of Musicians wands Sing a story of two women wronged So saying the poet, Draws the last line Of not a woman’s heart left pining Or A burning city of hatred But a woman who makes her peace Standing tall […]
By Kersi Meher-Homji We thought India was in the Women’s World Cup semi-final when India’s off-spinner Dipti Sharma had South Africa’s Mignon du Preeze caught in the deep in the final over. But no! The umpire called it a no-ball as Dipti’s front foot heel was a millimeter out of the crease. After about dozen […]
Reviewed By Vaanie Krishnan Stay Woke – 27th March 2022 – Previews 3/5 stars On Sunday 27th March at 6:30pm I had the privilege to do what many married 30 year old’s do these days, drag my husband to a play. Darlinghurst Theatre Company’s progressive 2022 program had blown me away once already with 7 […]
दक्षिण अफ्रीका का राष्ट्रपति बनने के बाद एक बार नेल्सन मंडेला अपने सुरक्षकर्मियों के साथ एक रेस्त्रां में खाना खाने गए । सबने अपनी अपनी पसंद का खाना आर्डर किया और खाना आने का इंतज़ार करने लगे। उसी समय मंडेला की सीट के सामने वाली सीट पर एक व्यक्ति अपने खाने का इंतज़ार कर रहा […]
It was a thrilling news to hear that the raw and vibrant documentary ‘Geeta’ made by Melbourne award-winning film director Emma Macey-Storch has taken out the Social Justice Film award at the renowned 37th Santa Barbara InternationalFilm Festival.‘Geeta’ was one of six films in the festival’s Social Change category, as well as one of six […]
The Australian Government will establish a new Centre for Australia-India Relations to help foster new ties and support our expanding exchange and cooperation with India, including by engaging Australia’s rich Indian diaspora community. India is one of Australia’s most important partners in the Indo-Pacific region. Mutual understanding, trust and common interests between our countries underpin […]
By Manju Mittal Here is a little sneak review of a mesmerising concert in tribute to the great Indian legendary singer, Lata Mangeshkar. Sydney’s talented singers and musicians captivated the house full audience at Pioneer Theatre, Castle Hill recently. Absolute Event Technology (AET) presented the event hosted by Avijit Sarkar. In Sydney, Covid-19 restrictions have […]
By Kersi Meher-Homji With a week to go for the semi-final of Women’s World Cup in New Zealand, only Australia is certain to make it to the semi-final, having won all their six matches. But who will be the other three teams to make it to the semis? South Africa has won four out of […]
After a long hiatus, many cancellations due to Covid restrictions and then incessant rains, the Australian Hindi Indian Association (AHIA), celebrated Holi with a bang (literally, as the music really created a dhamaka) on March 19 at the Castle Hill Showgrounds. It was an overpacked hall, masks easily forgotten and all ages equitably represented. There […]
1. The Honourable Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, and the Hon Scott Morrison MP, Prime Minister of Australia, held the 2nd India-Australia Virtual Summit on 21 March 2022. 2. Leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). They welcomed the substantial progress in deepening political, economic, security, cyber, technology and defence cooperation. […]