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Australian govt to ban social media access for children younger than 16
Australian children younger than 16 will be banned from using social media under a proposal put forward by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Albanese and Communications Minister Michelle Rowland on Thursday pledged to legislate a minimum age limit of 16 years for social media access. The Prime Minister had previously announced an intention to introduce legislation […]
US Fed slashes interest rates by 25 basis points amid weakening labour market
The US Federal Reserve has slashed interest rates by 25 basis points amid cooling inflation and a weakening labour market, marking the second rate cut in this easing cycle. “Since earlier in the year, labour market conditions have generally eased, and the unemployment rate has moved up but remains low. Inflation has made progress toward […]
Putin expresses willingness to engage in dialogue with a “courageous” Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Donald Trump on winning the US election, saying that he was ready to speak with the “courageous” incoming US President. In his first public comment on the outcome of the US polls, the Russian leader on Thursday emphasised the need to restore US-Russia relations and work toward ending the […]
Trump appoints first-ever woman Chief of Staff
US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed his campaign manager Susie Wiles as his Chief of Staff, the first woman to hold the influential cabinet position heading the White House executive office. Calling her the “winner campaign manager,” Trump said, “It is a well-deserved honour to have Susie as the first-ever female Chief of Staff in […]
India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated the new Consulate General of India in Brisbane
7 November 2024 Melbourne, Australia – In a landmark moment that underscores the growing partnership between India and Australia with the recent five-day visit of India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, to Australia to formally inaugurate the new Consulate General of India in Brisbane. Gaura Travel’s founder, Mr. Abhishek Sonthalia, was invited to attend […]
Sri Lanka in 10 days
Day 01 – Negombo No matter how many times you may have crossed oceans and/or continents, finally arriving at your destination in a different country is always going to be exhilarating and filled with endless possibilities. The flight is going to be tiring no matter how long it’s been, so it makes sense to stay […]
Blacktown City’s Diwali lights a spectacle of spirit
Striking displays of colour and creativity have lit up streets and started conversations across communities in Blacktown City Council’s Diwali Lights Competition. Residents decorated their homes with imagery and floral arrangements as they celebrated the ancient Hindu festival marking the victory of light over darkness. Rangoli artworks, often taking the form of a lotus flower, […]
Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton Meets India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar at Parliament House
In a testament to the growing bond between Australia and India, the Hon Peter Dutton MP, Leader of the Federal Opposition, met with Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, India’s Minister for External Affairs, in Canberra today. The meeting underscored the significance of the strategic partnership between the two countries, with discussions centered on trade, security, and fostering […]
From Pichai to Bezos, tech leaders look forward to working with Trump
New Delhi, Nov 6 Top tech industry leaders on Wednesday congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his resounding victory in the US election. Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said on X social media platform that “we are in a golden age of American innovation and are committed to working with his administration to help bring […]