A Sydney man has been sentenced after Australian authorities seized more than $618,000 in cash from his luggage at Perth Airport, with the money believed to be linked to the proceeds of crime. The 32-year-old Kingsford resident was stopped during security screening at Perth Airport’s domestic terminal on 14 March 2023, after officers detected an…
Nepal’s Prime Minister has paid heartfelt tribute to the Nepali mountaineers who lost their lives during an expedition on Broad Peak (8,051 metres), the world’s 12th-highest mountain located in Pakistan’s Karakoram Range, describing their legacy as one of extraordinary courage, sacrifice and dedication. In a condolence message issued on Saturday, the Prime Minister said mountaineering…
Kathmandu, Nepal – A new original Nepali Teej song titled “Rato Chura Ratai Sari” has been released on the occasion of Haritalika Teej, one of the most significant festivals celebrated by Nepali Hindu women around the world. Haritalika Teej is a festival deeply connected with faith, devotion, love, and cultural traditions. Celebrated in remembrance of…
CANBERRA- The Australian Government has announced plans to introduce a national artificial intelligence (AI) framework, including new standards for large data centres and stronger protections for Australian creators. Under the proposed framework, large data centres will be required to fund their own additional power supply, cover the full cost of connecting to the electricity grid,…
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake an official visit to Australia from 8 to 10 July 2026 to participate in the Australia–India Annual Leaders’ Summit in Melbourne. According to a media release issued by the Australian Prime Minister’s Office on Saturday, the summit will focus on…
A 45-year-old man from Killara on Sydney’s North Shore has been charged after allegedly laundering approximately A$2.4 million in criminal proceeds through his construction business, according to the Australian Federal Police (AFP). The man is due to appear before the NSW Bail Division Court on 4 July 2026. The charge follows an investigation by the…
Two men have been charged after a stolen four-wheel drive led police on a dangerous pursuit across multiple Canberra suburbs overnight, allegedly endangering emergency workers and the public before crashing through a construction site. The incident began on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, when a resident in Bungendore, New South Wales, briefly left their white Ford…
The return of Qatar Airways to Canberra from December 2026 marks a significant milestone in restoring the ACT’s international aviation network, providing travellers with greater choice and reconnecting the national capital to one of the world’s largest global airline networks. The airline will initially operate four flights per week, with services increasing to daily flights…
A 35-year-old man from Mayfield in Newcastle, NSW, is expected to appear in Newcastle Local Court on 30 July 2026 after being charged over alleged online threats directed at a federal parliamentarian. The Australian Federal Police (AFP) National Security Investigations (NSI) team launched an investigation in June 2026 after receiving reports of concerning content posted…
Ilam, Nepal —A disruption in cross-border tea shipments has forced over 100 tea processing factories in eastern Nepal’s Ilam district to suspend operations during the peak harvesting season, leaving large volumes of tea unprocessed and farmers facing losses. With factories unable to clear stock and export channels slowing significantly, freshly picked tea leaves are going…
Australia’s leading human rights honours are now accepting nominations, with the Australian Human Rights Commission celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026. The Australian Human Rights Commission has officially opened nominations for the 2026 Australian Human Rights Awards, recognising individuals and organisations that have made outstanding contributions to promoting and protecting human rights across the country….
A 35-year-old Western Sydney man has been charged with multiple firearms-related offences after an investigation by the Australian Border Force (ABF) uncovered the alleged importation of prohibited firearm parts into Australia. The investigation began in March 2026 when ABF officers in New South Wales intercepted and seized two firearm barrels concealed within an air cargo…
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