Dear Readers,
Welcome to the August 16–31, 2025 edition of Indian Abroad, where every page brings a fresh perspective on the stories that matter to our diverse, dynamic community.
This fortnight, our community section (Pages 16–20) celebrates the vibrancy and impact of the Indian diaspora across Australia. We spotlight the commendable efforts of the Australian Indian Medical Association (AIMA), whose leadership team met with Perth’s Consul General, Ms. Kajari Biswas, to deepen healthcare outreach and professional collaboration. In a fitting tribute to the values of environmental responsibility, Brisbane’s Consul General Neetu Bhagotia joined a heartfelt tree plantation drive hosted by the Life Tree Movement, honouring the legacy of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Fashion met philanthropy at the Brisbane RF Fashion Show 2025, where glamour was a vehicle for goodwill, supporting the non-profit “Simply Human” while promoting inclusivity and multicultural pride. Also stirring community pride are the upcoming celebrations of India’s Independence Day at Sydney’s Darling Harbour — an occasion set to bring together thousands in a showcase of patriotism, culture, and unity.
Meanwhile, our India section, “Bharat Beats,” covers powerful stories from the homeland. We bring you the uplifting story of a Kerala mother and son who are now classmates at the same college — a testament to perseverance and the timeless value of education. We spotlight Chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh’s historic FIDE World Cup win and the government’s increasing support for women in sports. We also bring you the shocking conviction of Prajwal Revanna in a case that sparked national outrage — a rare judicial development that reinforces the pursuit of justice.
From Maharashtra to Odisha, the section doesn’t shy away from the pressing issues of our time: from tragic incidents and bold political developments to technological advancements like AI-powered traffic management in Chennai and the much-anticipated launch of India’s first bullet train.
Through every headline and photograph, Indian Abroad remains committed to informing, inspiring, and connecting Indian Australians to their roots and their adopted home.
I’m signing off, but do take some quality time out of your daily routines to read through the stories that our reporters and writers took great deal of care putting together. And if you like what you are reading, please do me a favour and drop your comments at my email below.
Dr. Ramana Panda
Editor-in-Chief, Indian Abroad
editor@indianabroad.news
