By Dr T. Selva Since ancient times, the attraction of spells and magic has fascinated the human imagination, evoking a deep yearning to connect with mystical forces and transcend the bounds of the physical world. From the earliest civilisations to the present day, the belief in the usefulness and effectiveness of spells is found in […]
By Vijai Singhal Indian sandalwood (Santalum album) and Australian sandalwood (Santalum spicatum or Fusanus spicatus) are considered two of the most coveted varieties. Sandalwood paste (चंदन) is revered in India in Hindu worship. Sandalwood is native to Southern Indian States of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. It is also grown in Sri Lanka, Timor Leste, Indonesia, […]
In the first of its kind in Australia, Camp Quality has announced the expansion of their Kids’ Guide to Cancer app to include four new languages; Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin and Hindi in order to provide multicultural children and families who are facing cancer with crucial health information in their own language, helping to improve their health outcomes. […]
By Deepa Damle Every year, I look forward to attending the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) for a variety of reasons. Meeting some of Indian Cinema’s finest actors, directors, producers and even film critics is obviously the biggest reason of them all. But, the dance competition and the wonder movies that are screened during […]
Family dynamics in South Asian entertainment have a way of enchanting and drawing us into the intricate web of relationships, emotions, and drama. Ahead of Raksha Bandhan,we can’t help but imagine what it would be like to have some of our favorite characters as siblings. From fiercely protective to charming and mischievous, these characters have won our […]
AND A MATE FOR 10,000 REFUGEES WHO HAVE BEEN LEFT BEHIND? Neil Para is inviting everyone who supports the Walk for Freedom to become his mate and a mate for the 10,000 refugees who have been in limbo for more than 10 years. You can do this by: Joining Neil on the last leg of […]
The number of women imprisoned in Australia has jumped by 64% in the past decade, leaving thousands of children separated from their mothers and causing huge stress to both parties. In a bid to ease the strain of separation and maintain the mother-child bond, a new prison parenting program has been developed in close collaboration […]
Tuesday August 29, 2023 In a ground-breaking initiative aimed at supporting jobseekers, Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) has launched a project to help prepare and equip participants in the SEE (Skills for Education and Employment) program with the latest digital tools that enables them to secure sustainable long-term employment. At the forefront of technological advancements, NSF […]
Residents are encouraged to go green this September with the return of Council’s annual free tree and plant giveaway. Four free native trees for each resident are up for grabs to help expand on the City’s greenery and increase the tree canopy across Parramatta City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Cr Sameer Pandey said Council was […]
Within the domains of fashion, allure, aesthetics, and flair, Bhumi Pednekar has risen as a revitalizing and motivating symbol of style in our era. Her flawless sense of fashion, determination to shatter conventions, and aptitude for harmonizing traditional and modern aspects have firmly established her as a trailblazer. Bhumi’s Empowering Fashion Expression Corsets have maintained […]