By T Selva Anyone who has set foot on the grounds of Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, will instantly feel the aura of a holy place. Whether knowingly or otherwise, visitors bow as a Whether knowingly or otherwise, visitors bow as a mark of respect to the sacred site. Dubbed as one of the […]
By Kersi Meher-Homji This week has been victorious for Indian cricketers, women and men. As Virat Kohli’s men defeated England by 66 runs in the first One Day International (ODI) at Pune, Smriti Mandhana’s women beat South Africa by 10 wickets in the third Twenty20 International (T20I) at Lucknow. Ladies first! Teenager Shafali’s six appeal […]
By Neeru Saluja In a recorded audio interview, here is my interview with National Film award winning actor Manoj Bajpayee who is known for his unconventional roles. This time he is playing the role of ACP Avinash Verma in ZEE5’s investigative murder mystery ”˜Silence”¦can you hear it?’ In the exclusive interview he talks about his […]
Sai Creative Arts Network (SCREAN) after having held a ghazal night with Rachna Bhatnagar and Suhas Mahajan last December which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone, now presents Sufiana ”“ A night of Sufi music. Rachna will be singing Sufi music renditions as Sydney siders gear up for a night of devotional music inspired by the […]
By Kersi Meher-Homji I have rarely seen such batting extravaganza as Indian batsmen hit sixes everywhere in the fifth and final Twenty20 International (T20I) in Ahmedabad last night (Saturday). Virat Kohli opened the innings with Rohit Sharma and added 90 runs in nine overs. Rohit was at his scintilating best belting 64 runs with five […]
A new $1500 rebate scheme designed to help tens of thousands of small businesses pay for NSW and local government fees and charges, such as licences, council rates, and registration fees will open early next month. Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the Small Business Fees and Charges Rebate, which was announced in November’s Budget, would provide […]
Australian government has announced the appointment of Ms Sarah Kirlew as Australia’s next Consul-General in Chennai. Said Prime minister’s Office, “The Australia-India relationship Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is one of our closest and most significant in the Indo-Pacific region, under pinned by the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership agreed to by Prime Ministers Morrison and Modi in June […]
The NSW Government has made a further investment this financial year to help migrant and refugee mothers learn English, build social networks, secure employment and understand the NSW education system through the National Community Hubs Program. Community Hubs have been activated in 25 schools across NSW to help engage and support migrant and refugee mothers […]
Students, graduates and adults looking to turbocharge their careers will have access to tailored career advice through the establishment of Careers NSW, a groundbreaking new service announced by the NSW Government today. The bold initiative is an Australian first and will drive the NSW COVID-19 recovery by ensuring every worker and student in NSW has […]
By Kersi Meher-Homji We all know Jasprit Bumrah, age 27, as a fast bowler respected in India and overseas for his speed and accuracy. He has taken 83 wickets in 19 Tests for India at an average of 22.10, his best figures being 6 for 27. In 67 One Day Internationals he has taken 108 […]