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Raghurajpur is a village in the eastern state of Odisha. The village reflects artistic heritage, with houses and walls showing folk art. As you walk through its lanes, each wall shows a different visual story through paintings. The government has supported and promoted this art form, attracting tourists from across the country and beyond. The village is known for its traditional Pattachitra paintings, which are displayed on the walls and define its identity as a craft village.

Jess Ho gets lost - metaphorically and literally - while exploring Indian cuisine with chef Helly Raichura. After leaving her successful corporate career, Raichura began cooking for people in her home, on a mission to raise awareness of what Indian cuisine is and reimagine what it can be. Through storytelling, history and cooking her work create ties between Indian and Australian cuisine. And in our fast-paced, commercialised, and ever-changing world, Jess asks, how do we honour history and stay tied to our heritage through food? How can looking back inform our future?

Free public transport in Victoria is offering relief to many, but not without challenges for others. Extended until the end of May 2026, with half-price fares to follow, the initiative comes amid rising global fuel prices. While commuters benefit, cab drivers and car rental businesses report a different impact. In this podcast, voices from across the community share how the policy is reshaping everyday life and livelihoods.

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The federal government says demand for parent visas will always outstrip Australia’s capacity to grant them. With places capped at 8,500, high demand continues to drive long waiting times. Assistant Minister for Citizenship, Customs and Multicultural Affairs Julian Hill says the government has increased the number of visas granted and is open to considering changes. In this podcast, we speak to an Indian Australian Sunita Kalkal who says the long wait is difficult and is urging the government to develop new policies.

Listen to the Top News of 22/04/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, a common and highly contagious respiratory virus that can be mistaken for a cold or influenza. As Australia heads into winter, it is raising concern, especially for older adults and young children. In response, the federal government is rolling out free vaccinations for eligible seniors. In this episode, Associate professor and paediatrician Dr Habib Bhurawala breaks down what RSV is, who is at risk, and how families can stay protected this season.

Listen to the Top News of 21/04/2026 in Hindi.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have wrapped up their four-day visit to Australia, taking part in a range of engagements across the country. Alongside these official appearances, several Indian restaurants shared photos of the couple dining at their venues during the visit. So did they actually dine there or is there more to the story? SBS Hindi spoke to venue owner Daman Shrivastav to find out whether the royal couple actually dined there, and to sociotech expert Professor Ritesh Chugh to better understand the viral images.

New work-from-home laws will take effect in Victoria from 1 September this year, giving eligible employees the legal right to work remotely two days a week. But could this policy expand nationwide and how is it reshaping hiring strategies across Australia? In this podcast, young parents share their experiences with flexible work, while a hybrid work expert weighs in on whether working from home is an effective response to the ongoing fuel crisis.

Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle, often hailed as an “unparalleled voice” and an “icon of melody,” passed away on 12 April 2026 at the age of 92. Listen to this exclusive 2007 podcast interview, where Asha spoke with SBS Hindi. She shared her most challenging songs, relationship with Lata Mangeshkar and her experience of recording with Australian cricketer Brett Lee for the album 'Asha & Friends'.

Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles has sparked a major debate with the 2026 National Defence Strategy, setting an ambitious target to lift defence spending to 3 per cent of GDP. The government calls it a historic investment in national security, but the opposition accuses Labor of “artificially inflating” the figures. So the real question is: is Australia actually becoming more secure or just making its defence budget sound bigger on paper? Let’s break down what’s really happening behind the headlines with international affairs expert Dalbir Ahlawat.

Listen to the top News of 20/04/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

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The Australian Government has unveiled the 2026 National Defence Strategy, outlining reprioritised investments in drones, missile defence and undersea warfare capabilities. While the government claims the new strategy includes record defence spending to three per cent of GDP by 2033, the opposition has accused Labor of artificially inflating the numbers.

Listen to the top News of 17/04/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

The National Indigenous Cricket Competition is bringing new attention to Indigenous talent in Australia, while also expanding its reach through Hindi commentary for South Asian audiences. With cricket deeply rooted in the Indian community, this initiative highlights the role of language in making sport more inclusive and accessible. In this podcast, commentator and coach Sanjiv Dubey shares insights on the significance of the tournament, the growth of multicultural audiences, and the evolving landscape of sports commentary in Australia.