import duty on chana: Australian farmers likely to grow more chana for Indian consumers

Pune: India’s decision to remove the 40% import duty on desi chana has led to a 7-10% jump in the international prices of the commodity within a day of the announcement on Friday. Made at a time when sowing is ongoing in Australia, this decision is expected to encourage farmers there to boost the acreage … Read more

Australian police shoot armed teenager after stabbing attack that that had “hallmarks” of terror

Australian police shot and killed a 16-year-old boy armed with a knife after he stabbed a man in an attack that had the “hallmarks” of terror, officials said Sunday. The incident occurred in the parking lot of a hardware store in Willetton, a suburb in the west coast city of Perth, on Saturday night. Police … Read more

Sydney gym to close its doors in latest blow to F45 fitness brand

A popular gym in Sydney’s sought-after eastern suburbs has closed its doors as the global fitness chain F45 faces continued financial pressure. In an email to members on Friday, the management of F45 Coogee announced the gym would be ceasing operations before the end of May. Staff thanked the local community for their patronage over … Read more

Notorious bikie Troy Mercanti behind bars after dramatic arrest at his home

Police have charged a notorious bikie with rape just hours after the incident was alleged to have happened. Mongols member Troy Mercanti was seen handcuffed and shirtless at his home on Brodrick St in Karrinyup, in Perth’s north, on Thursday following claims he sexually assaulted a woman. Police allege the incident took place between midday … Read more

AFL 2024: Melbourne better prepared for Christian Petracca tag

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has called unbeaten Geelong “an unbelievable team” but says the Demons are well prepared for Saturday night’s blockbuster after a 10-day break. Goodwin said the Cats had set the benchmark his side was aspiring to reach as it looks to solidify its spot in the top four with a win at … Read more