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Nearly three decades after Australia’s landmark Bringing Them Home report exposed the harm caused to the Stolen Generations, advocates say most recommendations remain unfulfilled. On National Sorry Day, survivors and Indigenous leaders are urging governments to move beyond symbolic apologies and take meaningful action on justice, aged care, compensation and trauma support.

India’s Gitika Talukdar has earned accreditation as one of the photojournalists for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This will be her third time covering football’s biggest global tournament. She says she is excited about the experience, which offers exclusive access to matches, training grounds, and press conferences. According to her, covering FIFA is particularly exciting because football has a massive global fan base. She feels the atmosphere is unmatched, with a unique energy that sets it apart from any other sporting event.

In Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, student and wildlife rescuer Ashish Joshi saves animals trapped in dangerous situations. From rescuing leopards from deep wells to freeing nilgai stuck in pits and dogs stranded in manholes, his missions are anything but ordinary. Despite still studying, Ashish has rescued many animals, including leopards, wolves, blackbucks and nilgai, earning recognition for his courage and commitment to wildlife rescue.

Around 1.5 million pilgrims from around the world have gathered in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026 in Mecca, as the annual Islamic pilgrimage takes place under scorching temperatures reaching around 48°C. From Australia, a significant number of pilgrims also travel each year for Hajj, including many from the South Asian community.A large section of South Asian families continue to prefer travelling via their home countries such as India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, a trend explored in this report. We look at how Hajj 2026 travel from Australia is being shaped by rising costs, strict quota systems, and global conditions, in conversation with Hajj travel provider Waqas Jamal. The report also examines challenges for families, increasing competition among travel agents, and options available for those who miss out on securing a place in the annual Hajj quota.

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The new High Commissioner of India to Australia, Nagesh Singh, participated in a business roundtable held in Sydney on 20 May. As part of the Artha Business Connect initiative, he engaged with business, political, and cultural leaders, sharing his vision for Australia-India relations and encouraging open dialogue with the High Commission. Community members warmly welcomed his approachable and inclusive outlook.

Australia is facing its worst diphtheria outbreak in decades, with 230 cases reported (as of 21 May 2026) across four states and territories, and Western Australia recording its first respiratory cases in about 50 years. Sydney based GP Dr Anju Aggarwal explains what diphtheria is, how it spreads, the symptoms to watch for, and why adults shouldn't assume their childhood vaccinations are enough. Tune in now.

Fuel prices have spiked, and so have concerns and complaints about alleged price gouging. Are retailers cashing in on the crisis? - फ्यूल की कीमतें बढ़ गई हैं, और इसलिए कीमतों में कथित बढ़ोतरी को लेकर चिंताएं और शिकायतें भी बढ़ गई हैं। क्या रिटेलर्स इस संकट का फ़ायदा उठा रहे हैं?

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In Mumbai, Prithviraj has turned an unusual idea into his job, he listens to people’s sorrows, helps ease their emotional burden, and even charges a fee for it. His services range from Rs 250 for listening to smaller troubles to Rs 1,000 for sitting and crying alongside someone. Standing in busy public spaces with a banner, he invites people to share what’s weighing on their hearts. Surprisingly, many do approach him, seeking comfort and a chance to unburden themselves. After paying the fee, they open up about their struggles, while Prithviraj listens, offers advice and provides emotional support. - मुंबई में पृथ्वीराज एक अनोखा काम करते हैं, वे लोगों का दुख सुनते हैं, उनका दर्द बाँटते हैं, और इसके लिए शुल्क भी लेते हैं। छोटा दुख सुनने के 250 रुपये, बड़ा दुःख सुनने के 500 रुपये, और अगर किसी को साथ बैठकर रोना हो, तो उसकी कीमत 1000 रुपये है। सुनने में यह अजीब लग सकता है, लेकिन यही उनका काम है। भीड़भाड़ वाले इलाकों में वे अपना बैनर लेकर खड़े हो जाते हैं और लोगों का ध्यान आकर्षित करते हैं। हैरानी की बात यह है कि लोग उनके पास आते भी हैं, अपना मन हल्का करने और अपना दुख साझा करने के लिए। शुल्क देने के बाद वे अपनी परेशानियाँ बताते हैं, और पृथ्वीराज अपनी ओर से उन्हें सलाह भी देते हैं।