Australia

Canberra (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh reports of racial discrimination against Punjabi truck drivers in Australia have triggered widespread concern, with members of the transport community alleging that abuse and intimidation have become increasingly common on the country's highways. Industry organisations have denounced the incidents, warning that such hostility not only affects drivers' well-being but could also compromise road safety. An investigation by Australian broadcaster ABC has highlighted several accounts from Indian-origin truck drivers who claim they have faced harassment because of their language, appearance and cultural identity. Drivers alleged that speaking Punjabi over CB radio channels or wearing turbans has made…

Cairns, Australia ( National Times): The long-running investigation into the death of 24-year-old Toah Cordingley reached its decisive conclusion as Rajwinder Singh was found guilty of murder in an Australian court, ending a case that spanned continents, years of uncertainty, and an emotional search for justice. The tragedy began in 2018 when Toah left home to walk her dog along the quiet stretch of Wangeti Beach near Cairns. When she did not return, her family raised the alarm, triggering a community-wide search. The next morning, Toah’s body was discovered partially buried in the sand, a horrifying revelation that shattered the…