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Listen to the Weekly News Wrap of the week ending Thursday, 02/04/2026

Daylight saving time (DST) ends in Australia on Sunday, 5 April 2026. At 3am, clocks in NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT will roll back one hour, to 2am. Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory are not affected. Listen now to find out about which devices update automatically, and how Australia’s time zones shift once daylight saving wraps up for the year.

The annual Salam Fest Australia recently transformed Melbourne's State Library into a vibrant celebration of Islamic art, music and culture. Through exhibitions, performances and traditional cuisine, the festival created space for connection and exchange. SBS Hindi spoke with visitors who said the festival challenged stereotypes, sparked meaningful conversations and brought communities together in a shared celebration of heritage and unity.

Listen to the Top News of 02/04/2026 in Hindi.

Listen now: This week’s latest Bollywood news and entertainment updates.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 02/04/2026

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has detailed a fuel relief package at the National Press Club, including a temporary cut to fuel excise, increased imports, support for key industries and measures to secure domestic supply. The announcement follows his national address a day earlier, where he warned of prolonged economic impacts from the global energy crisis. While the government says the address aimed to reassure Australians, opposition leaders have criticised it as alarmist and lacking detail.

In a village in Rajasthan, 25-year-old Ramakant Sharma crafts intricate paintings on delicate rose petals. What sets his work apart is not just its beauty, but its remarkable precision. Balancing colours on such a fragile surface, controlling the brush with finesse and bringing each line to life all demand immense practice, patience, and focus. Ramakant says he achieves this without using a lens. - राजस्थान के एक गाँव में, 25 वर्षीय रमाकांत शर्मा गुलाब की कोमल पंखुड़ियों पर जटिल चित्र बनाते हैं। जो चीज़ उनके काम को सबसे अलग बनाती है, वह न केवल इसकी सुंदरता है, बल्कि इसकी असाधारण सटीकता भी है। ऐसी नाज़ुक सतह पर रंगों को संतुलित करना, ब्रश को चालाकी से नियंत्रित करना और प्रत्येक पंक्ति को जीवंत करना, इन सभी के लिए अपार अभ्यास, धैर्य और ध्यान की आवश्यकता होती है। रमाकांत कहते हैं कि वह लेंस का उपयोग किए बिना इसे हासिल कर लेते हैं।

Listen to the Top News of 01/04/2026 in Hindi.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 01/04/2026

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner is investigating five major platforms for possible breaches of the under-16 social media ban, in force since December 2025. While early compliance shows progress, significant gaps remain. Experts warn of addiction risks among youth. The federal government says companies face fines up to $49.5 million for non-compliance, urging stricter enforcement to protect children and reassure parents.

The conflict in the Middle East has now entered its fifth week. The Quad, a strategic alliance of the US, Japan, India, and Australia, has remained largely inactive, following the absence of a leaders-level summit during the second Trump administration and ongoing strategic challenges. In this podcast, we spoke with two leading experts, Amitabh Mattoo, former Director of the Australia India Institute, and Lisa Singh, current CEO of the institute, to explore the Quad’s role and how Australia and India can contribute during this period of heightened conflict.

Mankind is returning to the moon for the first time since the 1970s. A crew of four have spent more than two years training for the roughly 10‑day mission, which will send the crew on a high‑speed loop around the Moon before returning to Earth. More details in this podcast.

The idea of entrepreneurship, especially among Indian migrants, has always been present, but is now gaining strong momentum, fuelled by digital access to ideas, information and exposure. This podcast explores how practical it is to start a small business in Australia, key factors to consider, and where the biggest opportunities lie for generating extra income. Featuring insights from Ash Raina, an experienced global entrepreneur associated with the Small Business Association of Australia, it offers practical guidance for anyone considering the entrepreneurial path.

What does “women supporting women” look like beyond hashtags and stage lights? This podcast speaks to the organisers behind recognition platforms that celebrate women across industries. From ensuring awards are meaningful to navigating funding, sponsors and tough decisions, they unpack the realities of building such spaces and how recognition can translate into real opportunities, stronger networks, and lasting impact for women.

Listen to the Top News of 31/03/2026 from Australia in Hindi.

SBS Filmy Diary: Shreya Ghoshal

In a village in Rajasthan, 25-year-old Ramakant Sharma crafts intricate paintings on delicate rose petals. What sets his work apart is not just its beauty, but its remarkable precision. Balancing colours on such a fragile surface, controlling the brush with finesse and bringing each line to life all demand immense practice, patience, and focus. Ramakant says he achieves this without using a lens.

Rising petrol prices are driving more Australians to consider electric vehicles (EVs), which are cheaper to run thanks to lower electricity costs and greater efficiency. Experts say online searches surged in March compared to the previous month, reflecting growing interest. With more models entering the market and charging networks expanding, buying and owning an EV is becoming increasingly accessible. For many drivers, the question is no longer if an EV will suit their needs, but how and when to make the switch.

Founded in 1951, Chinmaya Mission has evolved into a global cultural and educational network with a presence across Australia and more than 25 countries. Through youth-focused initiatives, community programs, and arts-based engagement, it works to make Indian cultural traditions accessible in contemporary contexts. As it marks 75 years, the mission continues to navigate questions of identity, belonging, and cultural continuity among younger, globally dispersed generations.