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Listen to the top News of 21/02/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

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Listen to the Top News of 20/02/2026 from Australia, India and around the world in Hindi.

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International Mother Language Day is a celebration of the world’s linguistic diversity and cultural heritage. In this episode, we bring you the voices of three young poets from Australia who are passionately keeping Hindi alive far from its roots. Their poems capture everything from the wonder of childhood to deep reflections on life, showing how Hindi continues to grow and resonate with the next generation. Join us for a special tribute to language, culture, and poetry this International Mother Language Day.

In this podcast, we speak with members of the Muslim community across Australia as Ramadan begins. From managing long fasting hours during work to balancing daily routines and family life, they share their personal experiences of observing the month. We also explore how community events and late-night gatherings in cities add to the spirit of Ramadan and bring people together.

International Mother Language Day, approved at the 1999 UNESCO General Conference, is celebrated each year on 21 February since 2000. It is to raise awareness to preserve and honour languages and cultural diversity around the world. This day is associated with the memory of the movement and sacrifice of students in Bangladesh in 1952 regarding the issue of language preservation.

Australia’s first national report on racism in universities has found the problem to be widespread and systemic. It revealed that 70 per cent of students and staff surveyed across 42 universities had witnessed racism, with higher rates reported among Indigenous, Chinese, African, Jewish and Middle Eastern communities. Despite this, only six per cent of those who experienced racism lodged a formal complaint. SBS Hindi spoke to Indian international students to understand their perspective.

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Listen to the Top News of 19/02/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

Bipin Kashyap, a resident of Assam, has loved wildlife, especially elephants, since childhood. His passion grew stronger at 16 when he rescued an elephant. Since then, he has devoted his life to protecting and saving them, considering them part of his family. He can even recognise many older elephants. During the rainy season, when elephants fall into streams, Bipin quickly rushes to rescue them with the help of his companions. He also works with the forest department to treat and support injured elephants. - असम के बिपिन कश्यप को बचपन से ही वन्यजीवों, विशेषकर हाथियों से गहरा प्रेम रहा है। 16 साल की उम्र में जब उन्होंने एक हाथी की जान बचाई, तो वह पल उनके जीवन का यादगार और निर्णायक अनुभव बन गया। तभी से उन्होंने हाथियों को अपने परिवार का हिस्सा मानते हुए उनकी सुरक्षा और देखभाल के लिए खुद को समर्पित कर दिया।

In an interview on Sky News on Monday, 16 February, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson said there were, in her words "no good Muslims," and suggested future generations would suffer if more followers of the religion were allowed into Australia. Senator Hanson has now partially walked back on the comments, but has refused to offer a full apology. While, the backlash against her comments continues from all sides of politics, Australia's Islamophobia envoy has invited Senator Hanson to an Iftar dinner during the holy month of Ramadan, where he encourages her to ask questions directly.

Listen to the Top News of 18/02/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

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On 17 February, around 40 experts from India and Australia came together for a two-day workshop to share expertise and develop strategies to reduce drowning deaths. With more than 38,000 drowning fatalities reported in India in 2022 and 357 deaths recorded in Australia in 2025, both countries are looking to learn from each other to strengthen water safety measures.

Who were those film personalities whom Ameen Sayani missed interviewing? Was there any project he wanted to work on? Listen to the last part of his rare interview with SBS Hindi, recorded in 2013, to know it all. Ameen Sayani passed away on 20 February 2024 at the age of 91 in Mumbai, India. SBS Hindi pays tribute to Ameen Sayani's warmth, his soulful voice and his humility.

Sydney-based architect Farah Madon has been awarded the Order of Australia this year for her significant contribution to inclusive architecture and services for people with disability. Her work spans public, community and residential buildings that prioritise access, dignity and independence. In this conversation with SBS Hindi, Madon reflects on inclusive design, her migrant journey, Indian cultural values, and how architecture can be a powerful tool for social change.

Listen to the news of 17/02/26 in Hindi.

Bipin Kashyap, a resident of Assam, has loved wildlife, especially elephants, since childhood. His passion grew stronger at 16 when he rescued an elephant. Since then, he has devoted his life to protecting and saving them, considering them part of his family. He can even recognise many older elephants. During the rainy season, when elephants fall into streams, Bipin quickly rushes to rescue them with the help of his companions. He also works with the forest department to treat and support injured elephants.

The Lunar New Year has commenced with vibrant celebrations across Asia and beyond, marking the arrival of the 'Year of the Horse'. From fireworks and temple prayers to bustling markets and lantern festivals, communities worldwide embraced traditions centred on family, prosperity, and renewal. Leaders and cultural voices highlighted themes of resilience and hope, as diaspora communities carried the festivities across continents, reinforcing the festival’s enduring message of unity, heritage, and optimism for the year ahead.