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Listen to the Top News of 26/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

The Australian government has expanded the First Home Buyer Guarantee scheme to help young people purchase homes sooner. While the government describes it as a major relief for first-time buyers, the opposition warns that it could drive housing prices up further. Tune in to this podcast with Sydney-based real estate agent Raj Bhandari, as we discuss the housing situation.

Over half a million permanent migrants in Australia are employed in roles beneath their qualifications, even as labour shortages continue to hold back productivity. The issue is under the spotlight this week, with 30 leaders from business, unions, and civil society gathering in Canberra to discuss the nation’s economic future.

Listen to the Top News of 25/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi updates from India. 25/08/25

Anu Singh Choudhary, journalist, author, and filmmaker, discusses her short film 'Selfie, Please', showcased at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025. Starring her cousin with Down syndrome, the film draws from her personal experiences and collaborations with similar families. She reflects on working with limited budgets, the support she’s received in the industry, her work across mediums including OTT hits like Grahan, Aarya, and Mrs., and how poetry continues to inspire her.

For many Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and Sikhs, bidding a final farewell through last rites is a ritual of deep spiritual significance. In Australia, some families continue to travel all the way to India to carry out these sacred ceremonies. Now, a Melbourne-based non-profit is bringing comfort closer to home by offering traditional Antyeshti (final rites) services for the community. We spoke with Raman Arun, one of the founding members, about how the organisation is supporting families in their time of loss.

Listen to the Top News of 24/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the Top News of 23/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the full radio program of SBS Hindi from 18 August 2025.

Listen to the Top News of 22/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi updates from India. 22/08/25

According to the latest data, Australia’s divorce rate has dropped to 2.1 per 1,000 people, the lowest in 50 years, with marriages now lasting a median of 13.2 years. Listen to this podcast featuring family and marriage counsellor Neha Kapoor. She reflects on whether couples today are better prepared or simply influenced by financial and cultural pressures, while also exploring how the Indian-Australian community and family values shape marriage and separation decisions.

Listen to the Top News of 21/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Celebrity-fan interactions have been drawing attention lately, sparking questions about the boundaries between the two. Recently, Bollywood star Jaya Bachchan made headlines for pushing a fan who was trying to take a selfie. So, are fans going too far in chasing selfies, or are celebrities being too rude in pushing back? Here’s what Bollywood fans in Australia had to say when we asked them.

The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) 2025 celebrates global storytelling, showcasing diverse cultures, ideas, and cinematic excellence. Among this year’s selections are three Indian films- 'Cactus Pears', 'Homebound' and the award-winning documentary 'I, Poppy'. SBS Hindi spoke with filmmaker Vivek Chaudhary about his debut feature documentary, shot over four years, which explores generational divides, shifting class dynamics, and political corruption.

एसबीएस बॉलीवुड टाइम: 21 अगस्त 2025

Listen to the Top News of 20/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi updates from India. 20/08/25

The Victorian government has begun a public consultation on proposed legislation to establish the right to work from home. In this podcast, a legal expert, Dr Apurva Sharma, examines whether it might clash with federal laws. She also explains the current work-from-home rights in the state and whether an employer can deny the WFH request.