Australian Universities are banning students from 5 Indian states. Why? Due to fraudulent visa applications. Are students to be blamed for this or dodgy agents? Here's what Molly Gambhir has to say.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India after a three-nation tour on Thursday. The PM was received warmly by BJP workers and supporters at the Delhi Airport.

Indian PM Modi receives grand welcome as he returns back to India after visiting 3 countries

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his successful visit to Australia where he held bilateral discussions with the Australian government over trade, diplomatic and cultural ties.</p>

<p>During a community event at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, he received a rousing welcome from the Indian diaspora and&nbsp;elaborated on how relations between the two countries have grown stronger over the years.</p>

<p>Speaking exclusively to WION’s correspondent Sidhant Sibal, the Indian-origin Deputy Premier Of New South Wales, Prue Car, reflected on PM Modi's visit to the country and the role Indian diaspora plays in strengthening the relations between the two countries.</p>

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<p><strong>WION: How do you see the Indian PM's visit to Sydney?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Prue Car:</strong> I don't think I have seen anything like this in a lifetime. It was a spectacular event. Celebrating PM's arrival. Also importantly, as a member of parliament, celebrate unique relations between both countries.</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> <strong>Being someone of Indian origin yourself, how do you see the role of the Indian diaspora in Australia?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Prue Car:</strong> I have the joy of not only being an Indian, my father came here with his family, I have the joy of representing my own community full of people that are migrating from India making Sydney their home. It is growing faster than any other community in this country focused on education and providing for children.</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> <strong>Why should they come to New South Wales for education? And what opportunities do they have in this part of Australia?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Prue Car:</strong> Australia is one of the most successful multicultural countries in the world. We welcome people coming from India, and emerging industries in Sydney. Right opportunities for university studies. Emerging technologies, a lot of jobs, the sky's the limit for migrants coming. Because of all the students who come over to Australia to study, many of them stay and they have their own families, that's part of why the Indian diaspora is so strong here.</p>

<p><strong>WION: How do you see the mobility pact pay-way for the legal migration of Indians to Australia? How do you see that?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Prue Car</strong>: We will see the results of a productive relationship; we have seen one of the great friendships between PM Albanese and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. We have seen some deliverable concrete things have come from that. I would love to be a part of a future seeing them flourish and seeing more developments, especially in education and what we can do together in education.</p>

<p><strong>WION: Are we expecting more name change that brings together the Indian Australian diaspora and also in terms of the names of the location being changed?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Prue Car:</strong> I'd be very open to that. There are some parts of my own community/ in my own district that I represent in western Sydney where there are very large migrants.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his successful visit to Australia where he held bilateral discussions with the Australian government over trade, diplomatic and cultural ties. During a community event at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, he received a rousing welcome from the Indian diaspora and elaborated on how relations between the two countries have grown stronger over the years. Speaking exclusively to WION’s correspondent Sidhant Sibal, the Indian-origin Deputy Premier Of New South Wales, Prue Car, reflected on PM Modi's visit to the country and the role Indian diaspora plays in strengthening the relations between the two countries. Here are a few excerpts WION: How do you see the Indian PM's visit to Sydney? Prue Car: I don't think I have seen anything like this in a lifetime. It was a spectacular event. Celebrating PM's arrival. Also importantly, as a member of parliament, celebrate unique relations between both countries. WION: Being someone of Indian origin yourself, how do you see the role of the Indian diaspora in Australia? Prue Car: I have the joy of not only being an Indian, my father came here with his family, I have the joy of representing my own community full of people that are migrating from India making Sydney their home. It is growing faster than any other community in this country focused on education and providing for children. WION: Why should they come to New South Wales for education? And what opportunities do they have in this part of Australia? Prue Car: Australia is one of the most successful multicultural countries in the world. We welcome people coming from India, and emerging industries in Sydney. Right opportunities for university studies. Emerging technologies, a lot of jobs, the sky's the limit for migrants coming. Because of all the students who come over to Australia to study, many of them stay and they have their own families, that's part of why the Indian diaspora is so strong here. WION: How do you see the mobility pact pay-way for the legal migration of Indians to Australia? How do you see that? Prue Car: We will see the results of a productive relationship; we have seen one of the great friendships between PM Albanese and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. We have seen some deliverable concrete things have come from that. I would love to be a part of a future seeing them flourish and seeing more developments, especially in education and what we can do together in education. WION: Are we expecting more name change that brings together the Indian Australian diaspora and also in terms of the names of the location being changed? Prue Car: I'd be very open to that. There are some parts of my own community/ in my own district that I represent in western Sydney where there are very large migrants. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'Never seen an event like this', says NSW Deputy Premier on PM Modi's grand welcome in Australia

Massive blaze has engulfed a seven-story building in central Sydney, Australia. More than 100 firefighters are battling the towering flames and thick smoke from the multi-story building. According to the emergency services more than 20 trucks have been deployed to contain and extinguish the blaze. The Fire Services have urged the public to avoid the area as the firefighting operations continue and rail services near the blaze have also been suspended until further notice.

Australia: Massive fire engulfs building in Sydney, 20 fire truckers deployed to extinguish blaze

<p>More than 100 firefighters battled towering flames and dense smoke from a fire in a seven-storey building that was spreading to adjacent buildings in central Sydney on Thursday (May 25).</p>

<p>"The building is starting to collapse, while the inferno is beginning to spread to several neighbouring buildings, including residential apartments," Fire and Rescue NSW said in a statement, as reported by AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per&nbsp;the&nbsp;emergency services, more than 100 firemen with 20 fire trucks were "working to contain and extinguish the blaze" on Randle Street near the city's Central Station. At least one close vehicle has been destroyed by fire, they said.</p>

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<p>"The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighting operations continue," the fires service said.</p>

<p>Images circulating on social media show flames soaring almost as high as the skyscraper itself into the sky.</p>

<p>The building in Sydney’s Surry Hills district was an old hat factory and its conversion into a hotel was planned, according to a recent development application, said&nbsp;city authorities.</p>

<p>Emergency services believe the building was vacant when the blaze started.</p>

<p>"All you could feel when standing here was heat on your face from the flames," one witness told public broadcaster ABC News.</p>

<p>"And when they started to move us back, a car just in front of the building caught fire."</p>

<p>A witness claimed to have seen pieces of the flaming structure fall onto the sidewalk. Commuters were also impacted by the fire, which shuttered roads and halted light rail services.</p>

<p>“It was essentially a candlestick,” a resident who lives about 100 metres from the blaze told Guardian Australia.</p>

<p>“It was basically apocalyptic, there was ash falling everywhere, the embers were raining down,” he added.</p>

<p>NSW Fire and Rescue’s deputy commissioner for field operations, Jeremy Fewtrell stated at a press conference on Thursday that there was no evidence of any injuries to members of the public and that no one was in the structure at the time of the fire.</p>

<p>One fireman suffered minor burns to his arm and is being treated by NSW EMS personnel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fewtrell said he'd seen similar-sized flames before, but what made this one stand out was how rapidly it spread and how many additional buildings were nearby.</p>

<p>“The risk of further fire spread is a real concern [and] our firefighters have worked very hard to stop that,” he said.</p>

<p>“There were some fires in there that spread into the apartment buildings, and firefighters were able to extinguish those, preventing them from penetrating further into the buildings and causing significant damage there,” he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Adjacent buildings at risk</strong></h2>

<p>As the building is situated close to residential buildings and backs into a small alley, the apartments, as well as adjoining offices and companies, were evacuated.</p>

<p>Students taking their final exams at Sydney Dental Hospital were evacuated at around 4.15pm (local time).</p>

<p>Fewtrell said that once the fire is put out, an investigation will be carried out.</p>

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More than 100 firefighters battled towering flames and dense smoke from a fire in a seven-storey building that was spreading to adjacent buildings in central Sydney on Thursday (May 25).

More than 100 firefighters battled towering flames and dense smoke from a fire in a seven-storey building that was spreading to adjacent buildings in central Sydney on Thursday (May 25). "The building is starting to collapse, while the inferno is beginning to spread to several neighbouring buildings, including residential apartments," Fire and Rescue NSW said in a statement, as reported by AFP. As per the emergency services, more than 100 firemen with 20 fire trucks were "working to contain and extinguish the blaze" on Randle Street near the city's Central Station. At least one close vehicle has been destroyed by fire, they said. Disclaimer: Some viewers may find the visuals disturbing. Viewer discretion advised. NEW VIDEO: Massive fire engulfs a vacant 7-story building in central Sydney, Australia In this video below, you can see a portion of the building collapse. Credit: Fire and Rescue NSW pic.twitter.com/ahSJQjTQ3q — Steve McCarron KOMO (@SteveTVNews) May 25, 2023 × Major fire breaks out in Sydney. Fire tenders rushed. pic.twitter.com/HhHCbA7gKV — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) May 25, 2023 × "The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighting operations continue," the fires service said. Images circulating on social media show flames soaring almost as high as the skyscraper itself into the sky. The building in Sydney’s Surry Hills district was an old hat factory and its conversion into a hotel was planned, according to a recent development application, said city authorities. Emergency services believe the building was vacant when the blaze started. "All you could feel when standing here was heat on your face from the flames," one witness told public broadcaster ABC News. "And when they started to move us back, a car just in front of the building caught fire." A witness claimed to have seen pieces of the flaming structure fall onto the sidewalk. Commuters were also impacted by the fire, which shuttered roads and halted light rail services. “It was essentially a candlestick,” a resident who lives about 100 metres from the blaze told Guardian Australia. “It was basically apocalyptic, there was ash falling everywhere, the embers were raining down,” he added. NSW Fire and Rescue’s deputy commissioner for field operations, Jeremy Fewtrell stated at a press conference on Thursday that there was no evidence of any injuries to members of the public and that no one was in the structure at the time of the fire. One fireman suffered minor burns to his arm and is being treated by NSW EMS personnel. Fewtrell said he'd seen similar-sized flames before, but what made this one stand out was how rapidly it spread and how many additional buildings were nearby. “The risk of further fire spread is a real concern [and] our firefighters have worked very hard to stop that,” he said. “There were some fires in there that spread into the apartment buildings, and firefighters were able to extinguish those, preventing them from penetrating further into the buildings and causing significant damage there,” he added. Adjacent buildings at risk As the building is situated close to residential buildings and backs into a small alley, the apartments, as well as adjoining offices and companies, were evacuated. Students taking their final exams at Sydney Dental Hospital were evacuated at around 4.15pm (local time). Fewtrell said that once the fire is put out, an investigation will be carried out. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Inferno engulfs seven-story building in Sydney, 100 Firefighters battle towering flames

Prime Minister Modi held a bilateral meeting with his Australian counterpart. Both sides built on the annual leaders’ summit held in New Delhi; and discussions at the G7 summit and quad leaders' meeting in Hiroshima. The leaders discussed trade and investment, people-to-people links, renewable energy; and defence and security cooperation. Both India and Australia are strong, vibrant, secular and multicultural democracies.

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<p>A chilling robbery incident has emerged in Australia’s Brisbane where two individuals, disguised in burqas, entered a jewellery shop and assaulted the shop owner. CCTV footage of the incident has revealed that the armed bandits entered the Calamvale Central Shopping Centre store and started brandishing guns while they carried out the robbery.</p>

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<p>According to local media outlets, the incident has left the residents of Brisbane in utter shock as they fear for their own safety.</p>

<h2><strong>Violence Erupts as Shop Owner is Assaulted</strong></h2>

<p>In addition to looting the jewellery shop, the criminals resorted to violence, assaulting the shop owner during the course of the robbery. This violent act has sent shockwaves through the local community and traders, emphasising the gravity of the situation and the necessity for swift action to address such criminal behaviour.</p>

<h2><strong>Police investigating the matter</strong></h2>

<p>Law enforcement agencies have launched a comprehensive investigation into the robbery at the Calamvale Central Shopping Centre. It is expected that CCTV footage of the incident can help authorities nab criminals without delay.</p>

<p>Authorities are urging anyone who may possess relevant information or has witnessed the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. According to police, community support and cooperation are essential in creating a secure environment for all individuals.</p>

<h2><strong>Is Australia becoming less&nbsp;safe for the residents?</strong></h2>

<p>According to data, robberies and break-ins have increased in Australia for the first time in a decade. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), approximately two&nbsp;per cent of Australian households, totalling 194,100 homes, reported experiencing a break-in during the previous financial year.</p>

<p>This figure represents an increase compared to the rate of 1.7 per cent recorded in the 2020-21 financial year, which was the lowest on record, as stated by William Milne, the head of crime and justice statistics at ABS.</p>

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<p>During the earlier period, an estimated 171,600 households across the nation had been victims of break-ins, coinciding with the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, including extended periods of lockdowns and COVID-19 restrictions implemented throughout Australia.</p>

<p>Despite the rise in the break-in rate from 2020-21 to 2021-22, ABS data indicates that the rate remains lower than pre-pandemic levels. In the 2018-19 financial year, the rate stood at 2.4 per cent, while in 2008-09, when the data was first collected, it was recorded at 3.3 per cent.</p>

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A chilling robbery incident has emerged in Australia’s Brisbane where two individuals, disguised in burqas, entered a jewellery shop and assaulted the shop owner.

A chilling robbery incident has emerged in Australia’s Brisbane where two individuals, disguised in burqas, entered a jewellery shop and assaulted the shop owner. CCTV footage of the incident has revealed that the armed bandits entered the Calamvale Central Shopping Centre store and started brandishing guns while they carried out the robbery. Chilling video shows two gun-wielding bandits robbing a Brisbane jewellery shop while wearing burqas. Wearing religious garments worn by Muslim women, the pair stormed the Calamvale Central Shopping Centre store yesterday afternoon.#9News pic.twitter.com/eaAL8VmePy — 9News Queensland (@9NewsQueensland) May 23, 2023 × According to local media outlets, the incident has left the residents of Brisbane in utter shock as they fear for their own safety. Violence Erupts as Shop Owner is Assaulted In addition to looting the jewellery shop, the criminals resorted to violence, assaulting the shop owner during the course of the robbery. This violent act has sent shockwaves through the local community and traders, emphasising the gravity of the situation and the necessity for swift action to address such criminal behaviour. Police investigating the matter Law enforcement agencies have launched a comprehensive investigation into the robbery at the Calamvale Central Shopping Centre. It is expected that CCTV footage of the incident can help authorities nab criminals without delay. Authorities are urging anyone who may possess relevant information or has witnessed the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. According to police, community support and cooperation are essential in creating a secure environment for all individuals. Is Australia becoming less safe for the residents? According to data, robberies and break-ins have increased in Australia for the first time in a decade. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), approximately two per cent of Australian households, totalling 194,100 homes, reported experiencing a break-in during the previous financial year. This figure represents an increase compared to the rate of 1.7 per cent recorded in the 2020-21 financial year, which was the lowest on record, as stated by William Milne, the head of crime and justice statistics at ABS. Also Read | PM Modi’s speech in Australia: India to open consulate in Brisbane, Harris Park declared as ‘little India’ During the earlier period, an estimated 171,600 households across the nation had been victims of break-ins, coinciding with the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, including extended periods of lockdowns and COVID-19 restrictions implemented throughout Australia. Despite the rise in the break-in rate from 2020-21 to 2021-22, ABS data indicates that the rate remains lower than pre-pandemic levels. In the 2018-19 financial year, the rate stood at 2.4 per cent, while in 2008-09, when the data was first collected, it was recorded at 3.3 per cent. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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India's Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra in a press conference on Wednesday, announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's six-day, three-country tour has come to an end. He also told about the key areas that the Prime Ministers of both India and Australia discussed about.

'PM Modi & Albanese focused on key areas like Quad, Russia-Ukraine war,' says India's Foreign Secy

<p>A 13-year-old girl in Melbourne lost her life while trying to attempt a social media trend called "chroming". The family members of the teenager have called for action to stop any more such deaths.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Esra Haynes took part in the social media trend chroming. Chroming involves people inhaling substances like petrol, metallic paints, &nbsp;chemicals from aerosol cans and solvents to experience a quick high.</p>

<h2>How did Esra Haynes die?</h2>

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The incident took place when the teenager had gone for a sleepover on March 31, as reported by News.com.au.<br />
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A deodorant may have been used by Esra, according to reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The girl suffered a cardiac arrest. She was put on life support for eight days. Doctors&nbsp; said her brain "was damaged beyond repair”. After this, her family took the tough decision of turning off life support machines.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The parents of the teenager, Paul and Andrea Haynes, and her older siblings Imogen, Seth and Charlie “cuddled her until the end”, reported the Australian media outlet.</p>

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<h2><strong>Increasing cases of “chroming”</strong></h2>

<p>This is not the first time Australian teenagers have fallen victim to “chroming”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2019, two 16-year-old boys were killed after they participated in the trend. Another teenage girl had lost her life after she suffered brain damage due to chroming.</p>

<p>After the death of Esra, the Victorian Education Department stated that efforts are being made to provide children with more knowledge about chroming as well as its deadly side effects.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Parents speak out against chroming trend</h2>

<p>The parents of the deceased teenager are aiming to increase awareness about such dangerous social media trends.</p>

<p>They stated that they were unaware of “chroming” until they received a call which informed them that their daughter has been rushed to hospital.</p>

<p>The parents are appealing to children and teenagers to avoid repeating the same mistakes which were made by their daughter.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“We want to help other children not fall into the silly trap of doing this silly thing. It’s unquestionable that this will be our crusade,” Paul Haynes said while speaking to the Herald Sun.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“No matter how much you lead a horse to water, anyone can drag them away. It’s not something she would have done on her own,” he added.</p>

<p>The parents have further appealed for making cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR a compulsory lesson in schools, and also demanded the deodorant formula be made less toxic and more safer. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The American Addiction Centres stated chroming is more popular among younger people who don't have access to other drugs.</p>

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A 13-year-old girl in Melbourne lost her life while trying to attempt a social media trend called "chroming". The family members of the teenager have called for action to stop any more such deaths.

A 13-year-old girl in Melbourne lost her life while trying to attempt a social media trend called "chroming". The family members of the teenager have called for action to stop any more such deaths. Esra Haynes took part in the social media trend chroming. Chroming involves people inhaling substances like petrol, metallic paints, chemicals from aerosol cans and solvents to experience a quick high. How did Esra Haynes die? The incident took place when the teenager had gone for a sleepover on March 31, as reported by News.com.au. A deodorant may have been used by Esra, according to reports. The girl suffered a cardiac arrest. She was put on life support for eight days. Doctors said her brain "was damaged beyond repair”. After this, her family took the tough decision of turning off life support machines. The parents of the teenager, Paul and Andrea Haynes, and her older siblings Imogen, Seth and Charlie “cuddled her until the end”, reported the Australian media outlet. ALSO READ | Australian teen wears six layers of clothes to avoid baggage fees, gets caught and fined Increasing cases of “chroming” This is not the first time Australian teenagers have fallen victim to “chroming”. In 2019, two 16-year-old boys were killed after they participated in the trend. Another teenage girl had lost her life after she suffered brain damage due to chroming. After the death of Esra, the Victorian Education Department stated that efforts are being made to provide children with more knowledge about chroming as well as its deadly side effects. Parents speak out against chroming trend The parents of the deceased teenager are aiming to increase awareness about such dangerous social media trends. They stated that they were unaware of “chroming” until they received a call which informed them that their daughter has been rushed to hospital. The parents are appealing to children and teenagers to avoid repeating the same mistakes which were made by their daughter. WATCH | Australia first to open foreign universities campuses in India: Manpreet Vohra “We want to help other children not fall into the silly trap of doing this silly thing. It’s unquestionable that this will be our crusade,” Paul Haynes said while speaking to the Herald Sun. “No matter how much you lead a horse to water, anyone can drag them away. It’s not something she would have done on her own,” he added. The parents have further appealed for making cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR a compulsory lesson in schools, and also demanded the deodorant formula be made less toxic and more safer. The American Addiction Centres stated chroming is more popular among younger people who don't have access to other drugs. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Australia: Viral social media trend ‘chroming’ kills 13-year-old girl

<p>After an illustrious career spanning more than three decades, trailblazing aboriginal journalist Stan Grant broadcast his farewell programme on Monday and announced his retirement from Australian television screens indefinitely.</p>

<p>"Racism is a crime. Racism is violence. And I have had enough," Grant wrote in a column last week explaining his decision, reported the BBC.</p>

<p>In 1992, the Wiradjuri man made history by becoming Australia's first Aboriginal presenter on prime-time commercial television. He went on to win several Australian media honours and worked as an overseas journalist for CNN and Al Jazeera before coming home to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC).</p>

<p>He is one of Australia's most recognised and renowned journalists, according to the ABC</p>

<p>But he appeared defeated&nbsp;on Monday night, visibly trembling as he signed out from his political panel show Q+A.</p>

<p>"To those who have abused me and my family, I would just say - if your aim was to hurt me, well, you've succeeded," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Grant's decision to quit has rekindled heated debates in Australia regarding racism and media diversity.</p>

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<p>"If one of the few Indigenous presenters on television with a career that took him all over the world can't be protected from racism... what will that mean for anyone who walks down a similar path?" ABC journalist Ryma Tchier wrote on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Newsrooms dominated by white people</strong></h2>

<p>Indigenous Australians have a history dating back over 60,000 years, and half of Australians were either born overseas or have a parent who was.</p>

<p>However, the media that represents such a diverse population remains overwhelmingly white.</p>

<p>According to a 2022 research, more over three-quarters of Australian TV reporters and broadcasters are of Anglo-Celtic descent. The disparity was considerably more obvious at the executive and board levels.</p>

<p>The Media Diversity Australia study forced the five TV networks under investigation to admit to a lack of diversity. However, the channels questioned the report's results, citing how it defined cultural background and the study's brief, two-week research span.</p>

<p>Several others mentioned that they had expanded diversity in other areas of their output or that they had worked to boost representation through targeted positions and recruiting.</p>

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<p>However, the wider issue has long been a source of contention in Australian media, with opponents blaming it for leading to high-profile incidents.</p>

<p>In 2019, a newspaper was extensively criticised of employing racial stereotypes in a cartoon representation of Serena Williams; nonetheless, media authorities finally found the picture acceptable.</p>

<p>In 2020, Channel Seven's Sunrise, Australia's most watched breakfast show, resolved a racial discrimination complaint after an all-white panellist urged that Aboriginal children be forcefully taken from their families.</p>

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After an illustrious career spanning more than three decades, trailblazing aboriginal journalist Stan Grant broadcast his farewell programme on Monday and announced his retirement from Australian television screens indefinitely.

After an illustrious career spanning more than three decades, trailblazing aboriginal journalist Stan Grant broadcast his farewell programme on Monday and announced his retirement from Australian television screens indefinitely. "Racism is a crime. Racism is violence. And I have had enough," Grant wrote in a column last week explaining his decision, reported the BBC. In 1992, the Wiradjuri man made history by becoming Australia's first Aboriginal presenter on prime-time commercial television. He went on to win several Australian media honours and worked as an overseas journalist for CNN and Al Jazeera before coming home to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). He is one of Australia's most recognised and renowned journalists, according to the ABC But he appeared defeated on Monday night, visibly trembling as he signed out from his political panel show Q+A. "To those who have abused me and my family, I would just say - if your aim was to hurt me, well, you've succeeded," he said. Grant's decision to quit has rekindled heated debates in Australia regarding racism and media diversity. ALSO READ | Australia: Viral social media trend ‘chroming’ kills 13-year-old girl "If one of the few Indigenous presenters on television with a career that took him all over the world can't be protected from racism... what will that mean for anyone who walks down a similar path?" ABC journalist Ryma Tchier wrote on Twitter. Newsrooms dominated by white people Indigenous Australians have a history dating back over 60,000 years, and half of Australians were either born overseas or have a parent who was. However, the media that represents such a diverse population remains overwhelmingly white. According to a 2022 research, more over three-quarters of Australian TV reporters and broadcasters are of Anglo-Celtic descent. The disparity was considerably more obvious at the executive and board levels. The Media Diversity Australia study forced the five TV networks under investigation to admit to a lack of diversity. However, the channels questioned the report's results, citing how it defined cultural background and the study's brief, two-week research span. Several others mentioned that they had expanded diversity in other areas of their output or that they had worked to boost representation through targeted positions and recruiting. ALSO WATCH | PM Modi receives Guard of Honour in Australia, says 'ties based on mutual respect & trust' However, the wider issue has long been a source of contention in Australian media, with opponents blaming it for leading to high-profile incidents. In 2019, a newspaper was extensively criticised of employing racial stereotypes in a cartoon representation of Serena Williams; nonetheless, media authorities finally found the picture acceptable. In 2020, Channel Seven's Sunrise, Australia's most watched breakfast show, resolved a racial discrimination complaint after an all-white panellist urged that Aboriginal children be forcefully taken from their families. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hit out at vandals of Hindu temples in Australia. He said that elements harming the friendly ties between India and Australia will not be accepted. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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The family of a 13-year-old girl in Melbourne who died after attempting a social media trend are calling for more action to prevent similar deaths.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with a Ceremonial Guard of Honour at Sydney's Admiralty House on Wednesday. He also signed the visitors' book at Sydney's Admiralty House. He also held bilateral talks with the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

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<p>A 95-year-old woman died at an Australian hospital, days after she was allegedly tasered by a police officer at an aged care facility in Cooma town in New South Wales about 114 km south of the national capital Canberra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The lady, identified as Clare Nowland, was confirmed dead on Wednesday, May 24.</p>

<h2><strong>Australia tasering row: Who is the accused?</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Senior constable Kristian White, 33, is accused of tasering the deceased lady. White is due to appear in court for the offences of assault, occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault and recklessly causing grievous bodily harm. This&nbsp;can carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.</p>

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<p>White is due to appear at Cooma local court on July 5 but the constable continues to remain out of jail.</p>

<h2><strong>Australia tasering row: What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>Clare Nowland was allegedly tasered by police after she was found armed with a steak knife at Yallambee Lodge aged care facility in Cooma, Guardian reported.</p>

<p>The New South Wales police commissioner, Karen Webb, said Nowland’s family was informed of the charges related to the incident.</p>

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<p>"The Nowland family have been informed of this development and our prayers and thoughts are with Mrs Nowland," she said.</p>

<p>The dementia patient sustained critical injuries, including a fractured skull in the incident.</p>

<p>Webb, who has refused requests to release bodycam footage of the incident, said she would not view it herself until investigators had finished gathering evidence.</p>

<p>"This has been traumatic for everyone in the police force,"&nbsp;she said.</p>

<p>"The community of New South Wales have trust in their police force … this is one incident out of over two&nbsp;million calls for assistance we get every year"</p>

<p>It has been revealed that the charges against the accused could be upgraded based on Nowland's condition as a dementia patient.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Webb said the charges could be upgraded based on Nowland’s condition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She, however, defended suspending White from duty without pay, stating that people are innocent until proven guilty.</p>

<p>"He is afforded the same opportunity as any other resident and his employment will continue to be reviewed, but at the moment he’s still suspended from the workplace," she said.</p>

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A 95-year-old woman died at an Australian hospital, days after she was allegedly tasered by a police officer at an aged care facility in Cooma town in New South Wales about 114 km south of the national capital Canberra.

A 95-year-old woman died at an Australian hospital, days after she was allegedly tasered by a police officer at an aged care facility in Cooma town in New South Wales about 114 km south of the national capital Canberra. The lady, identified as Clare Nowland, was confirmed dead on Wednesday, May 24. Australia tasering row: Who is the accused? Senior constable Kristian White, 33, is accused of tasering the deceased lady. White is due to appear in court for the offences of assault, occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault and recklessly causing grievous bodily harm. This can carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. ALSO READ | Australia: Cop who tasered 95-year-old woman with dementia suspended from duty, says report White is due to appear at Cooma local court on July 5 but the constable continues to remain out of jail. Australia tasering row: What happened? Clare Nowland was allegedly tasered by police after she was found armed with a steak knife at Yallambee Lodge aged care facility in Cooma, Guardian reported. The New South Wales police commissioner, Karen Webb, said Nowland’s family was informed of the charges related to the incident. ALSO WATCH | Australia's new cyber-policing model: Govt launches new plant to hunt down criminals × "The Nowland family have been informed of this development and our prayers and thoughts are with Mrs Nowland," she said. The dementia patient sustained critical injuries, including a fractured skull in the incident. Webb, who has refused requests to release bodycam footage of the incident, said she would not view it herself until investigators had finished gathering evidence. "This has been traumatic for everyone in the police force," she said. "The community of New South Wales have trust in their police force … this is one incident out of over two million calls for assistance we get every year" It has been revealed that the charges against the accused could be upgraded based on Nowland's condition as a dementia patient. Webb said the charges could be upgraded based on Nowland’s condition. She, however, defended suspending White from duty without pay, stating that people are innocent until proven guilty. "He is afforded the same opportunity as any other resident and his employment will continue to be reviewed, but at the moment he’s still suspended from the workplace," she said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese held bilateral talks and discussed cooperation in the fields of defence, trade, renewable energy, migration etc.

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10,000 MEMBERS OF the Indian DIaspora thronged Australia’s largest entertainment and sporting arena in Sydney to welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his first visit in nine years. While the PM hailed the India-Australia ties as embodying “mutual trust and mutual respect”, his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese called Modi “the boss”.

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'I think we are in a very exciting phase in India-Australia relationship particularly with the free trade agreement that has opened up a whole new opportunities ranging from agriculture, education, health, critical minerals & defence,' says Torrens Univ Chancellor Jim Varghese.

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<p>The police officer who tasered Clare Nowland, a 95-year-old woman with dementia in Australia's New South Wales (NSW), has been suspended from duty with pay, the NSW police said. According to a report by SBS News on Tuesday (May 23), the officer, who has not been identified, joined the force 12 years ago and was removed from duty last Friday. NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb said that she neither viewed the footage of the incident nor spoke to the suspended officer. Speaking to Seven's Sunrise program, Commissioner Webb said she would speak to the office at some point.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"My concern at the moment is with the Nowland family. This is a terrible time for them," she added. Webb also ordered a review of police training, particularly focused on how to deal with people with dementia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The role of a police officer seems to be growing wider and wider and we are expected to know everything about everything - and we are not experts on everything," the NSW police commissioner further said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is the incident about?</strong></h2>

<p>Last week, Clare Nowland was tasered by the police as she approached them using a walker and carrying a steak knife in a nursing home. According to a report by the news agency Associated Press, two officers went to Yallambee Lodge in Cooma after staff reported that Nowland took a serrated steak knife from the kitchen. The Yallambee Lodge specialises in residents with higher care needs including dementia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 95-year-old sustained head injuries she fell back after being hit by the taser.</p>

<p>Earlier, Police Assistant Commissioner Peter Cotter said that the officers with Nowland for several minutes and used the stun gun when she approached the doorway where the officers were standing.</p>

<p>“At the time she was tasered, she was approaching police. But it is fair to say at a slow pace. She had a walking frame. But she had a knife. I can’t take it any further as to what was going through anyone’s mind, Cotter added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Nowland remains in critical condition</strong></h2>

<p>As earlier reported, <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/clare-nowland-95-year-old-dementia-patient-tasered-by-australian-police-still-critical-but-stable-595201">Clare Nowland is receiving end-of-life</a></strong> care in Cooma district hospital and continues to remain in critical condition. On Sunday, Nowland was surrounded by family and well-wishers who prayed for her well-being.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the NSW Greens and an independent MP called on the government to establish a parliamentary inquiry into NSW Police. The SBS News report said that Greens MP Sue Higginson would demand a fully independent probe and bring the issue to the floor of the NSW parliament later on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

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The police officer who tasered Clare Nowland, a 95-year-old woman with dementia in Australia's New South Wales (NSW), has been suspended from duty with pay, the NSW police said.

The police officer who tasered Clare Nowland, a 95-year-old woman with dementia in Australia's New South Wales (NSW), has been suspended from duty with pay, the NSW police said. According to a report by SBS News on Tuesday (May 23), the officer, who has not been identified, joined the force 12 years ago and was removed from duty last Friday. NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb said that she neither viewed the footage of the incident nor spoke to the suspended officer. Speaking to Seven's Sunrise program, Commissioner Webb said she would speak to the office at some point. "My concern at the moment is with the Nowland family. This is a terrible time for them," she added. Webb also ordered a review of police training, particularly focused on how to deal with people with dementia. "The role of a police officer seems to be growing wider and wider and we are expected to know everything about everything - and we are not experts on everything," the NSW police commissioner further said. What is the incident about? Last week, Clare Nowland was tasered by the police as she approached them using a walker and carrying a steak knife in a nursing home. According to a report by the news agency Associated Press, two officers went to Yallambee Lodge in Cooma after staff reported that Nowland took a serrated steak knife from the kitchen. The Yallambee Lodge specialises in residents with higher care needs including dementia. The 95-year-old sustained head injuries she fell back after being hit by the taser. Earlier, Police Assistant Commissioner Peter Cotter said that the officers with Nowland for several minutes and used the stun gun when she approached the doorway where the officers were standing. “At the time she was tasered, she was approaching police. But it is fair to say at a slow pace. She had a walking frame. But she had a knife. I can’t take it any further as to what was going through anyone’s mind, Cotter added. Nowland remains in critical condition As earlier reported, Clare Nowland is receiving end-of-life care in Cooma district hospital and continues to remain in critical condition. On Sunday, Nowland was surrounded by family and well-wishers who prayed for her well-being. Meanwhile, the NSW Greens and an independent MP called on the government to establish a parliamentary inquiry into NSW Police. The SBS News report said that Greens MP Sue Higginson would demand a fully independent probe and bring the issue to the floor of the NSW parliament later on Tuesday. The motion would also call for the bodycam footage of Nowland's tasering to be publicly released. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Indian prime minister Narendra Modi is in Australia. This is the third and final leg of his three-nation visit. There was a community event meet in Sydney's biggest sporting arena, the Qudos Bank Arena. The 20,000-seater stadium completely sold out. Molly Gambhir reports.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Sydney on Monday for the third-leg of his third and final three-nation tour and apart from being a member of the Quad grouping, India is also Australia's largest source of skilled migrants.

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PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Sydney

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Australian business leaders and industrialists on Tuesday (May 23) after he arrived in Sydney for a three-day visit.

PM Modi in Australia: Australian PM Albanese says 'Modi is the boss'

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the midst of a three-nation visit, arrived in Australia for the last leg of his journey and addressed a mega event of the Indian diaspora on Tuesday (May 23) in Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena. PM Modi, speaking about the bilateral ties between India and Australia, said that the relationship between the two countries is based on "mutual trust and mutual respect."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘PM Modi is the boss’: Australian PM</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The Indian PM was welcomed by his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese who said “Prime Minister Modi is the boss”. He also went on to talk about the warm welcome given to PM Modi by the Indian diaspora and the people of Australia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his speech, the Australian PM&nbsp;compared his Indian counterpart’s mass appeal and fame&nbsp;with that of rockstar Bruce Springsteen who was incidentally also known as “The Boss”.</p>

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<p>"The last time I saw Bruce Springsteen on the stage, he didn’t get the kind of reception that the Prime Minister got. PM Modi is the boss,"&nbsp;said Albanese. He added, "It gives me great pleasure to welcome Prime Minister Modi to Australia. My first year as Prime Minister is what I am celebrating today."</p>

<p>"I have my friend but there is nothing better than standing on stage with him like this, it is a pleasure to welcome PM Modi here, but I must say that the warmth and energy that is here tonight are second to none,"&nbsp;said the Australian PM. He also welcomed his Indian counterpart with a hug when PM Modi arrived at the venue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Australian PM also spoke about his recent trip to India and the deep connection and unforgettable moments and went to advise tourists to explore the country by train and bus.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"When I was in India in March, it was a trip full of unforgettable moments, celebrating Holi in Gujarat, laying a wreath for Mahatma Gandhi in Delhi…Everywhere I went, I felt a deep connection between the people of Australia and India. If you want to understand India, travel by train and bus".&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>PM Modi on India-Australia ties</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian PM took to the stage amidst&nbsp;chants of “Modi, Modi” echoing&nbsp;in the Qudos Bank Arena. During his speech, PM Modi hailed several connections between the two countries and said they could be described by various acronyms, three Cs – Commonwealth, Cricket, and Curry; three Ds – Diaspora, Democracy, and Dosti (friendship); and three Es – Economy, Energy, and Education.</p>

<p>“The basis of historic ties between India and Australia is mutual trust and mutual respect,” said PM Modi. The Indian PM also spoke about the significant geographical distance between the two countries, adding that the Indian Ocean connects us.<br />
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<p>“There are many direct flights between India and Australia…the number would further increase in the upcoming days,” said the Indian PM.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Mutual trust and mutual respect have not developed only due to the diplomatic relations of India-Australia. The real reason, the real power is – all of you Indians who live in Australia,” said PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During his address, after hailing the cricket ties between India and Australia, PM Modi said hundreds&nbsp;of Indians mourned the death of Australian spin bowler Shane Warne. "Our friendship is very deep off the field as well. Last year when Shane Warner died, hundreds of Indians were also mourning. We felt like we have lost someone very close to us."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In addition to cricket, tennis and films are now emerging as a bridge between both nations, said PM Modi, adding that while the people of the two countries might prepare food in different ways <em>Masterchef</em> is connecting us now. He also went on to acknowledge the difference&nbsp;in lifestyles between India and Australia, adding that Yoga now connects the two cultures.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the midst of a three-nation visit, arrived in Australia for the last leg of his journey and addressed a mega event of the Indian diaspora on Tuesday (May 23) in Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the midst of a three-nation visit, arrived in Australia for the last leg of his journey and addressed a mega event of the Indian diaspora on Tuesday (May 23) in Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena. PM Modi, speaking about the bilateral ties between India and Australia, said that the relationship between the two countries is based on "mutual trust and mutual respect." ‘PM Modi is the boss’: Australian PM The Indian PM was welcomed by his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese who said “Prime Minister Modi is the boss”. He also went on to talk about the warm welcome given to PM Modi by the Indian diaspora and the people of Australia. During his speech, the Australian PM compared his Indian counterpart’s mass appeal and fame with that of rockstar Bruce Springsteen who was incidentally also known as “The Boss”. ALSO READ | PM Modi’s speech in Australia: India to open consulate in Brisbane, Harris Park declared as ‘little India’ "The last time I saw Bruce Springsteen on the stage, he didn’t get the kind of reception that the Prime Minister got. PM Modi is the boss," said Albanese. He added, "It gives me great pleasure to welcome Prime Minister Modi to Australia. My first year as Prime Minister is what I am celebrating today." "I have my friend but there is nothing better than standing on stage with him like this, it is a pleasure to welcome PM Modi here, but I must say that the warmth and energy that is here tonight are second to none," said the Australian PM. He also welcomed his Indian counterpart with a hug when PM Modi arrived at the venue. The Australian PM also spoke about his recent trip to India and the deep connection and unforgettable moments and went to advise tourists to explore the country by train and bus. ALSO WATCH | PM Modi in Australia: Overseas Indians flock to PM Modi's rally in Sydney "When I was in India in March, it was a trip full of unforgettable moments, celebrating Holi in Gujarat, laying a wreath for Mahatma Gandhi in Delhi…Everywhere I went, I felt a deep connection between the people of Australia and India. If you want to understand India, travel by train and bus". PM Modi on India-Australia ties The Indian PM took to the stage amidst chants of “Modi, Modi” echoing in the Qudos Bank Arena. During his speech, PM Modi hailed several connections between the two countries and said they could be described by various acronyms, three Cs – Commonwealth, Cricket, and Curry; three Ds – Diaspora, Democracy, and Dosti (friendship); and three Es – Economy, Energy, and Education. “The basis of historic ties between India and Australia is mutual trust and mutual respect,” said PM Modi. The Indian PM also spoke about the significant geographical distance between the two countries, adding that the Indian Ocean connects us. Indian PM @narendramodi addresses the Indian diaspora in Sydney; He says even though there is geographical distance between us but Indian Ocean connects us. Our lifestyles have been different but yoga also connects us. #Sydney #Australia #PMModi #NarendraModi pic.twitter.com/lEWalQhO2q — WION (@WIONews) May 23, 2023 × “There are many direct flights between India and Australia…the number would further increase in the upcoming days,” said the Indian PM. “Mutual trust and mutual respect have not developed only due to the diplomatic relations of India-Australia. The real reason, the real power is – all of you Indians who live in Australia,” said PM Modi. ALSO WATCH | PM Modi in Australia: PM Modi, Australian PM Albanese sing national anthem with Indian diaspora During his address, after hailing the cricket ties between India and Australia, PM Modi said hundreds of Indians mourned the death of Australian spin bowler Shane Warne. "Our friendship is very deep off the field as well. Last year when Shane Warner died, hundreds of Indians were also mourning. We felt like we have lost someone very close to us." In addition to cricket, tennis and films are now emerging as a bridge between both nations, said PM Modi, adding that while the people of the two countries might prepare food in different ways Masterchef is connecting us now. He also went on to acknowledge the difference in lifestyles between India and Australia, adding that Yoga now connects the two cultures. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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