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Hindi Diwas, observed every year on September 14, celebrates the beauty and richness of the Hindi language. To honor this special day, our podcast brings you inspiring voices of three young poets from Australia who are passionately nurturing Hindi far from its homeland. Through heartfelt poems - from the innocence of childhood to profound reflections on life - these young poets showcase how the Hindi language continues to thrive and evolve among the next generation. Tune in for a unique celebration of Hindi language, culture, and poetry on Hindi Diwas.

From private gatherings to lavish multi-day, celebrity-style celebrations, the Indian wedding industry has transformed dramatically globally. In this episode, two wedding planners, Sydney-based Daryl Sheldon and Melbourne-based Guneet, talk about fashion, cultural influences, religious traditions, and the growing demand for destination-style celebrations. And beyond that, we ask: Can Australia become the next hotspot for Indian weddings?

Nepal's Prime Minister has resigned amid anti-government protests and the Parliament is in flames. What started as a Gen Z protest after a social media ban has exploded into widespread unrest. More than 19 people are dead. Hundreds of civilians are injured. Sadness, uncertainty, and hope echo through the voices of Nepali Australians as their homeland faces a crisis. In this episode, community leader Tarzon Budhikothi shares how the diaspora is rallying for peace, while international student Hriti Jerath reveals the personal toll as her parents remain stranded in Nepal, desperate to return to India.

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The Victorian government has launched a new body, Multicultural Victoria, tasked with developing safety plans for communities affected by serious or distressing events. Premier Jacinta Allan said the move reflects her vision of creating a “united Victoria.” The new body will be headed by a Coordinator General, supported by two deputies, including one based in regional Victoria, and guided by a five-member advisory council. The announcement follows the state’s multicultural review, led by George Lekakis AO, which gathered input from more than 640 Victorians through 57 consultation sessions.

Charlie Kirk, a close ally of US President Donald Trump, was shot and killed during a public event at Utah Valley University. Kirk, who co-founded Turning Point USA in 2012 to promote conservative views among young people, became a prominent spokesman for the hard-right youth movement. In this podcast, we report on the incident and provide the latest updates. Police believe the shooter fired from a rooftop, with approximately 3,000 people present at the event.

Listen to the top News of 11/09/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Following Senator Jacinta Price’s removal from the Coalition frontbench, Liberal leader Sussan Ley has apologised to Indian Australians over Price’s comments on migration. Last week, Price alleged that the Labor government was giving priority to Indian migrants to strengthen its voter base.

This year, as Australia celebrates 'Are You OK' day on 11 September. SBS Hindi spoke to community ambassador Mahir Munot, who shares the importance of extending support and normalising the conversation around mental health issues.

Listen to the top News of 10/09/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports that women are living longer and cancer rates have fallen over the past 25 years. However, younger women are showing higher prevalence of depression and other mental health conditions.

The Indian community in Australia has dismissed Senator Jacinta Price’s claim that Labor is bringing in Indian migrants to win votes, calling it ‘baseless’ and ‘hurtful.’ While several leaders from peak bodies and community organisations attended a roundtable with opposition party leaders in Sydney to address the issue, others from across different states stressed that the community deserves respect for its contributions to building modern Australia. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has also thrown his support behind the community, calling on Senator Price to issue an apology.

India’s international relations are being shaped by tense trade with the US, strategic defence ties with Russia, challenges with China and closer engagement with Australia. All these have been shaping its foreign policy and impacting the diaspora. In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with Dr Dilip Chaubey, a senior journalist, who shared his insights on India’s evolving role in global geopolitics.

Listen to the top News of 09/09/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

The latest Financy Women’s Index is out for the June quarter, with the national gender pay gap narrowed to 11.5 per cent from 11.9 per cent, its best result on record. SBS Hindi spoke to Financy's CEO, Bianca Hartge Hazelman and financial expert Paridhi Jain shared insights, noting that the growing presence of women in leadership and financial advisory roles marks modest progress in Australia’s path toward gender equality. .

Employment-related scams are increasing across Australia. In this podcast, we spoke with one affected individual (whose identity has been concealed), who explained how fraudsters lure people with fake job offers and demand upfront payments under the pretense of securing employment. We also discussed with Naishad Gadhani, career counsellor and employment coach at Monash University, about how to identify fake job portals and also suggested pathways for job seekers to attain career opportunities.

Tim Watts, the Labor MP for Gellibrand, one of Australia’s most culturally diverse electorates, has been appointed by the Prime Minister as the Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs. In this podcast, Watts, a former Assistant Foreign Minister, spoke about his upcoming visit to India this month and how he envisions his new role in strengthening ties with partners across the Indian Ocean.

Listen to the full radio program of SBS Hindi from 04 September 2025.