Gun debates are common in the US, but what about Australia? In the United States, a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis left two children dead and 17 others injured. Meanwhile, in rural Victoria, two police officers were shot dead. Listen to this podcast as we discuss whether firearm ownership is on the rise in Australia and the factors driving this trend.

The report, titled “Women Speaking Up: Gender Dynamics in Australia’s Whistleblowing Landscape” gathered data from 65 people who received support from Human Rights Law Centre as whistleblowers between August 2023 and June 2024. The study suggests that women who blow the whistle on misconduct are paying a steep price for their courage. Advocates are now pressing for the urgent creation of a Whistleblower Protection Authority to safeguard and support those who step forward.

The Australian government has unveiled new childcare safety reforms, introducing CCTV trials, a national register of workers, and a ban on mobile phones. The measures are designed to strengthen child protection and rebuild public confidence in the sector after recent abuse scandals. The reforms will be backed by extra training and more frequent inspections to ensure compliance and safeguard children across the country.

Listen to the Top News of 28/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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एसबीएस बॉलीवुड टाइम: 28 अगस्त 2025

A massive manhunt is underway in Victoria after two police officers were shot dead and another was injured during a search warrant. The suspect, 56-year-old Dezi Freeman, is believed to hold views aligned with the “sovereign citizens” movement, which rejects government authority. Heavily armed and on the run, the suspect forced the rural Victorian town of Porepunkah into lockdown. Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Mike Bush said every effort is being made to track him down.

A 50 per cent US tariff on Indian products took effect on 27 August this year. In this podcast, we speak with an Indian economist, Arun Kumar, who discusses what this could mean for India’s exports, industries and small and medium businesses.

Listen to the Top News of 27/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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