26 Jan: A tale of two nations
On 26 Jan each year, India celebrates its complete transition to a republic, marking the removal of the last vestiges of British colonisation.
On the...
Diaries from Everest
The Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek is one of the world’s most famous hiking trails, though in recent years, it’s received perhaps unwarranted attention...
A taste of Sindh: Sapna Ajwani pays homage to her roots
“How do I know if the oil temperature is right?” a young Sapna Ajwani once asked her aunt Sheila.
The response was simple yet poetic:...
Prof Ajay Rane receives the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman award
Townsville’s Prof Ajay Rane PSM OAM describes his latest award, the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman (Overseas Indian Award), as “mother’s blessing.”
He was one of 27...
The impact of ending birthright citizenship in the US
Illegal immigration to the United States is a serious problem, ranging from 10 to 15 million in a nation of 335 million, and straining...