Hindu Homes Attacked in Netrokona Over Facebook Post; Questions Raised Over Lack of Action Against Mob
MELBOURNE, July 28: Another incident of violence targeting members of Bangladesh’s Hindu minority has raised concerns over the country’s recurring pattern of mob attacks following…
Ben Carroll Becomes Victoria’s New Premier After Jacinta Allan Steps Down
MELBOURNE, July 28: Victoria has entered a new political chapter after Deputy Premier Ben Carroll was unanimously elected as the new leader of the Victorian…
From Mass Violence to Targeted Persecution: New Report Raises Alarm Over Bangladesh’s Minority Rights Crisis
Melbourne, July 27: A new report released by the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council (BHBCUC) has painted a troubling picture of the condition of…
Victorian Teachers Strike Forces School Closures as Thousands Protest Pay and Working Conditions
Melbourne, July 23: Thousands of teachers, principals and education support staff across Victoria walked off the job on Thursday, forcing many government schools to close…
Are Hindus Becoming Marginalised in Bangladesh?
Melbourne, 20 July 2026: The English-Indian daily The Statesman has published an analysis titled “Are Hindus Marginalised in Bangladesh?”, raising concerns over the state of…
Haridas’ Arrest Sparks Political Storm in Bangladesh
Melbourne, 14 July — The arrest of Haridas Chandra Tarani Das, founder of the Sri Sri Radha Gobinda and Kali Temple in Palashbari, Gaibandha, has…
Hasina Plans December Return to Bangladesh to Surrender Before Court: Reuters Exclusive
Melbourne, 11 July: Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she and several senior leaders of the Awami League plan to return to Bangladesh…
Darwin Ready to Celebrate the 138th Holy Birth Anniversary of Sree Sree Thakur Anukulchandra
MELBOURNE, July 24: The city of Darwin in Australia’s Northern Territory is all set to celebrate the 138th Holy Birth Anniversary of Sree Sree Thakur…
Grand Reunion of Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia Held in Sydney
Melbourne, July 19: A vibrant and memorable reunion of the Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia (JHAAA) was held in Sydney, bringing together former students, their…
Balochistan’s Long March: Democracy, Dignity and the Question of a New State
Melbourne, 19 July, 2026: By Parvez Hashem In the middle of July 2026, a claim has once again lit up newsrooms and social media timelines…
AFERMB Condemns Alleged Disrespect to Lord Ram’s Image in Bangladesh, Calls for Protection of Minority Rights and Religious Sites
Melbourne, June 20: The Australian Federation for Ethnic and Religious Minorities in Bangladesh (AFERMB) has expressed deep concern and strong condemnation over recent incidents involving…
Anjan Dutt Captivates Melbourne Audience in Memorable Live Concert
Melbourne, June 8: Legendary Bengali singer-songwriter, filmmaker and actor Anjan Dutt delivered a memorable live concert in Melbourne on June 7, turning the evening into…
Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council Expresses Concern Over Threats to Gaibandha Temple
Melbourne, 7 June 2026: The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council has issued an urgent press statement expressing deep concern over continued threats to demolish…
Pauline Hanson Overtakes Anthony Albanese in Major National Poll Surge
Melbourne, June 14: A major national opinion poll has delivered a significant political shock in Australia, with Pauline Hanson overtaking Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in…
Australia’s Top 10 Richest in 2026: Billionaire Rankings and Top Earners Revealed
Melbourne, 2026:Australia’s latest billionaire rankings highlight the continued dominance of mining and real estate, while technology entrepreneurs are rapidly climbing the ladder. From iron ore…
Australia pauses new registrations to teach international students for 12 months
Melbourne, May 18: The Anthony Albanese government has announced a 12-month pause on new registrations for education providers seeking to teach international students in Australia’s…
A Suicide: Is a Teacher Being Punished Before Proven guilty?
Melbourne, 3 May: The death of a young student is always profoundly heartbreaking. The suicide of Munira Mahjabin Mimo, a Master’s student in the Department of…
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Ben Carroll Becomes Victoria’s New Premier After Jacinta Allan Steps Down
MELBOURNE, July 28: Victoria has entered a new political chapter after Deputy Premier Ben Carroll was unanimously elected as the new leader of the Victorian…
$1.2 Million Boost for Point Cook Homestead and Coastal Park Restoration
Melbourne, VIC, 25 July—State Member for Point Cook Mathew Hilakari MP has announced a $1.2 million investment to restore the historic Point Cook Homestead and…
Darwin Ready to Celebrate the 138th Holy Birth Anniversary of Sree Sree Thakur Anukulchandra
MELBOURNE, July 24: The city of Darwin in Australia’s Northern Territory is all set to celebrate the 138th Holy Birth Anniversary of Sree Sree Thakur…
Victorian Teachers Strike Forces School Closures as Thousands Protest Pay and Working Conditions
Melbourne, July 23: Thousands of teachers, principals and education support staff across Victoria walked off the job on Thursday, forcing many government schools to close…
Grand Reunion of Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia Held in Sydney
Melbourne, July 19: A vibrant and memorable reunion of the Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia (JHAAA) was held in Sydney, bringing together former students, their…
PM Modi’s High-Voltage Australia Visit Strengthens Strategic and Economic Partnership
Melbourne July 9, 2026: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s high-profile visit to Australia marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, combining high-level diplomacy, strong economic…
Iran-Backed Group Could Carry Out Attacks and Assassinations in Australia, ASIO Warns
Melbourne, June 26: Australia’s domestic intelligence agency has warned that an Iran-backed group could carry out acts of violence, including arson, vandalism and even targeted…
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Hasina Plans December Return to Bangladesh to Surrender Before Court: Reuters Exclusive
Melbourne, 11 July: Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she and several senior leaders of the Awami League plan to return to Bangladesh…
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PM Modi’s High-Voltage Australia Visit Strengthens Strategic and Economic Partnership
Melbourne July 9, 2026: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s high-profile visit to Australia marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, combining high-level diplomacy, strong economic…
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Iran-Backed Group Could Carry Out Attacks and Assassinations in Australia, ASIO Warns
Melbourne, June 26: Australia’s domestic intelligence agency has warned that an Iran-backed group could carry out acts of violence, including arson, vandalism and even targeted…
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Is she real? World Cup “Supporter” Goes Viral as AI Image Leaves Fans Duped
Melbourne, June 14: A viral image of a supposed United States football supporter at the FIFA World Cup has taken social media by storm, but…
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From Sreemangal to the FIFA World Cup Stage: Who is Sanjoy Deb?
Melbourne, June 14: Bangladeshi-born American DJ, music producer and artist Sanjoy Deb has captured global attention after performing at the spectacular opening ceremony of the…
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Victoria’s “broken” rental system: Over 38,500 landlords seek legal resolution amid rising disputes
Melbourne, 7 June 2026: Victoria’s rental sector is facing mounting pressure, with more than 38,500 landlords taking legal or dispute resolution action against tenants over…
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Chaos Erupts in Paris After PSG’s Champions League Triumph; More Than 130 Arrested
Melbourne, 31 May: Celebrations following Paris Saint-Germain’s UEFA Champions League final victory descended into chaos across the French capital, with more than 130 football fans…
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Australia pauses new registrations to teach international students for 12 months
Melbourne, May 18: The Anthony Albanese government has announced a 12-month pause on new registrations for education providers seeking to teach international students in Australia’s…
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Bill Gates admits to affairs with Russian women while married, apologises to staff over Epstein ties
Melbourne, February 26: Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has admitted to having affairs with two Russian women while he was married to Melinda…
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Stephen Hawking pictured in Epstein files; family clarifies context of photo
Melbourne, February 26: A photo of the late world-renowned British theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking has resurfaced in the latest tranche of documents released in the…
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Hindu Homes Attacked in Netrokona Over Facebook Post; Questions Raised Over Lack of Action Against Mob
MELBOURNE, July 28: Another incident of violence targeting members of Bangladesh’s Hindu minority has raised concerns over the country’s recurring pattern of mob attacks following…
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From Mass Violence to Targeted Persecution: New Report Raises Alarm Over Bangladesh’s Minority Rights Crisis
Melbourne, July 27: A new report released by the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council (BHBCUC) has painted a troubling picture of the condition of…
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Are Hindus Becoming Marginalised in Bangladesh?
Melbourne, 20 July 2026: The English-Indian daily The Statesman has published an analysis titled “Are Hindus Marginalised in Bangladesh?”, raising concerns over the state of…
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Grand Reunion of Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia Held in Sydney
Melbourne, July 19: A vibrant and memorable reunion of the Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia (JHAAA) was held in Sydney, bringing together former students, their…
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Haridas’ Arrest Sparks Political Storm in Bangladesh
Melbourne, 14 July — The arrest of Haridas Chandra Tarani Das, founder of the Sri Sri Radha Gobinda and Kali Temple in Palashbari, Gaibandha, has…
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Hasina Plans December Return to Bangladesh to Surrender Before Court: Reuters Exclusive
Melbourne, 11 July: Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she and several senior leaders of the Awami League plan to return to Bangladesh…
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Political Violence Death Toll Rises in Bangladesh in June: HRSS Report
Melbourne, July 3: Political violence in Bangladesh intensified in June, with both deaths and injuries increasing compared to the previous month, according to a new…
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Inu’s 10-Year Sentence: Justice, Political Accountability, and the Integrity of Due Process
Melbourne, 1 July 2026: The conviction of Hasanul Haq Inu, president of the Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) and a former Information Minister of Bangladesh, has…
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Hindu Student and Assistant Priest Abducted, Tortured for Ransom in Dhaka
Dhaka, 1 July 2026: A 25-year-old Hindu student and part-time assistant priest has allegedly been abducted, tortured, and forced to pay ransom after being taken…
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AFERMB Condemns Alleged Disrespect to Lord Ram’s Image in Bangladesh, Calls for Protection of Minority Rights and Religious Sites
Melbourne, June 20: The Australian Federation for Ethnic and Religious Minorities in Bangladesh (AFERMB) has expressed deep concern and strong condemnation over recent incidents involving…
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From Sreemangal to the FIFA World Cup Stage: Who is Sanjoy Deb?
Melbourne, June 14: Bangladeshi-born American DJ, music producer and artist Sanjoy Deb has captured global attention after performing at the spectacular opening ceremony of the…
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Alleged Mastermind of 2021 Comilla Durga Puja Violence Reportedly Detained in Kolkata
Melbourne, 13 June: Fresh discussion has emerged surrounding the 2021 communal violence linked to the Durga Puja celebrations in Comilla, Bangladesh, following reports circulating on…
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Construction of ‘Asia’s Largest’ Ram Statue in Gaibandha Suspended Amid Opposition
Melbourne, June 13, 2026: The construction of what is being described as Bangladesh’s largest Ram statue in Palashbari, Gaibandha, has become the centre of growing…
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Socceroos Suffer Major Setback with 2-0 Defeat to USA
Melbourne, June 20: Australia’s Socceroos have suffered a significant blow to their World Cup campaign after a comprehensive 2-0 defeat to the United States in…
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Is she real? World Cup “Supporter” Goes Viral as AI Image Leaves Fans Duped
Melbourne, June 14: A viral image of a supposed United States football supporter at the FIFA World Cup has taken social media by storm, but…
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From Sreemangal to the FIFA World Cup Stage: Who is Sanjoy Deb?
Melbourne, June 14: Bangladeshi-born American DJ, music producer and artist Sanjoy Deb has captured global attention after performing at the spectacular opening ceremony of the…
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Aussie Fans Turn Vancouver Green and Gold Ahead of Socceroos’ World Cup Opener
Melbourne, June 14: Australia’s World Cup campaign is set to begin in spectacular fashion, with thousands of Socceroos supporters transforming the streets of Vancouver into…
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Chaos Erupts in Paris After PSG’s Champions League Triumph; More Than 130 Arrested
Melbourne, 31 May: Celebrations following Paris Saint-Germain’s UEFA Champions League final victory descended into chaos across the French capital, with more than 130 football fans…
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Matildas Beat North Korea 2–1 to Reach Semi-finals
Melbourne, 14 March: Australia’s women’s football team, the Matildas, advanced to the semi-finals of the Women’s Asian Cup 2026 after defeating North Korea 2–1 in…
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Australia vs North Korea Quarterfinal – When Do the Matildas Play?
Melbourne, March 13: Australia’s women’s national football team, the Matildas, will face a formidable North Korean side today in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Women’s…
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Mother of Iranian Women’s Footballer Urges Player to Stay in Australia as Families Face Threats
Melbourne, 11 March: The smiling photos of seven members of Iran’s women’s football team who sought asylum in Australia reveal only part of a far…
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Chaos Erupts as Iranian Women’s Football Team Rushed to Airport After Asylum Requests in Australia
Melbourne, 10 March: Chaotic scenes unfolded outside a hotel on Australia’s Gold Coast on Tuesday after protesters attempted to block a bus carrying members of…
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Anjan Dutt Captivates Melbourne Audience in Memorable Live Concert
Melbourne, June 8: Legendary Bengali singer-songwriter, filmmaker and actor Anjan Dutt delivered a memorable live concert in Melbourne on June 7, turning the evening into…
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Sithi Saha captivates audience in a houseful Auckland concert
Melbourne, May 18: Popular Bangladeshi singer Sithi Saha delivered a vibrant live performance on May 16 in Auckland, New Zealand, captivating expatriate Bangla music lovers…
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An Exclusive Conversation with Shithi Saha on OTN Bangla
Melbourne, May 16: Shithi Saha is a well-known name in the Bangladeshi music industry. Through her unique blend of Rabindra Sangeet, modern, and folk music,…
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Tourists Deported After Public Indecency Incident in Phuket
Melbourne, 18 April: Two young foreign tourists have been deported from Thailand following an incident of public indecency on the popular tourist island of Phuket….
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One Battle After Another’ dominates as Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley claim top acting honours
Melbourne, March 16: The 98th Academy Awards delivered a night of major wins, historic moments and strong performances, with “One Battle After Another” emerging as…
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Australian Dollar Hits 40-Year High Against Yen, Fueling Japan Tourism Boom
Melbourne, February 14 : The Australian dollar has surged to a 40-year high against Japan’s yen, making trips to Japan even cheaper for Australian tourists…
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A Night of Power, Poetry and Global Sound
Melbourne, February 2: Los Angeles became the centre of the global music universe as the 68th Grammy Awards unfolded in spectacular fashion, celebrating creativity across…
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What Australians Need to Know About Indonesia’s New Criminal Code
Melbourne, February 1: Indonesia remains one of the most popular holiday destinations for Australians, with Bali continuing to attract millions of visitors each year. However, the…
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Love in the Mother Language: Melbourne to Celebrate International Mother Language Day 2026
Melbourne, January 20: Purabi Cultural Foundation (PCF) Inc., a Melbourne-based community organisation, is preparing to commemorate International Mother Language Day 2026 under the theme “Love…
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Grand Reunion of Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia Held in Sydney
Melbourne, July 19: A vibrant and memorable reunion of the Jagannath Hall Alumni Association Australia (JHAAA) was held in Sydney, bringing together former students, their…
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Anjan Dutt Captivates Melbourne Audience in Memorable Live Concert
Melbourne, June 8: Legendary Bengali singer-songwriter, filmmaker and actor Anjan Dutt delivered a memorable live concert in Melbourne on June 7, turning the evening into…
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An Exclusive Conversation with Shithi Saha on OTN Bangla
Melbourne, May 16: Shithi Saha is a well-known name in the Bangladeshi music industry. Through her unique blend of Rabindra Sangeet, modern, and folk music,…
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Grand Celebration of Bengali New Year 1433 by Bangla Art Centre Victoria (BACV)
Melbourne, Sunday 26 April: The Bengali New Year 1433 was celebrated with great festivity in Dandenong, Victoria, bringing together the spirit of Bangladeshi culture in…
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Inu’s 10-Year Sentence: Justice, Political Accountability, and the Integrity of Due Process
Melbourne, 1 July 2026: The conviction of Hasanul Haq Inu, president of the Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) and a former Information Minister of Bangladesh, has…
Australia pauses new registrations to teach international students for 12 months
Melbourne, May 18: The Anthony Albanese government has announced a 12-month pause on new registrations for education providers seeking to teach international students in Australia’s…
Bangladeshi Community Delegation Visits Victorian Parliament
Melbourne, March 17: A delegation from the Bangladeshi community visited Victoria’s historic Parliament House today as part of a guided educational tour, aimed at gaining…
Historic 7 March: The Defining Call for Freedom and Independence
Melbourne, 7 March: Today marks Historic 7 March, a unique, unforgettable, and glorious chapter in the long struggle for freedom and independence of the Bengali…
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