Tag: Australia

Australia imposes sanctions on Russian prison officials over Navalny’s death

In a statement, Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles said, "Australia holds President Putin and the Russian Government responsible for Mr Navalny's treatment and death in custody."

February 26, 2024

EAM Jaishankar meets Australian Intelligence chief Andrew Shearer on sidelines of Raisina Dialogue

Taking to X, EAM Jaishankar posted about the meeting saying, "Great to see Andrew Shearer, DG ONI of Australia at the #RaisinaDialogue2024 . Always enjoy our conversations."

February 24, 2024

Indian national dies in flooding as severe weather batters Australia’s Queensland

Expressing condolences, the Indian mission said that it is in touch with the family and providing all possible assistance.

February 16, 2024

Emergency situation declared for flooding in northern Australia

Those from Daguragu will remain in the small nearby community of Kalkarindji until it is safe to return to their homes.

January 19, 2024

Australia slams Musk’s X for massive cuts in trust, safety teams

X cut its public policy staff globally by 68 per cent and public policy staff in the APAC region by 73 per cent.

January 14, 2024

New Zealand’s PM insists on nuclear-free position in possible AUKUS involvement

Under the trilateral AUKUS alliance, announced in September 2021, Australia can build nuclear-powered submarines with technology provided by the US and the UK.

December 21, 2023

Indian-origin Dave Sharma officially sworn in as senator in Australia

Sharma, 47, defeated former state treasurer Andrew Constance last month to become the first person of Indian-origin from the opposition Liberal party to win the NSW senate position.

December 4, 2023