Menaka Iyengar wears many hats — psychotherapist, author, advocate, and now a recipient of the Order of Australia Medal this King’s Birthday. A survivor of domestic violence, she rebuilt her life as a single parent 52 years ago, starting with a $147 paycheck. Since then, she’s championed women’s rights, migrant safety, and community wellbeing with fierce determination and sharp wit. In this episode, she reflects — with her signature blend of humour and insight — on resilience, advocacy, and what...
Jun 10, 2025•17 min
The federal government has announced $8.5 million in grant funding to support the establishment of a new school in northwest Sydney. This initiative follows the 2021 Census, which identified Hinduism as the third-largest religion in Australia. Tune in to this podcast for more details on the project.
Jun 09, 2025•6 min
Listen to the top News of 09/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 09, 2025•4 min
Tune into this podcast to know how the culture of poetry and performance art is flourishing in Melbourne, with South Asian artists performing poetry (shayari), ghazals, music, and storytelling in Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.
Jun 09, 2025•26 min
Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 09/06/2025
Jun 09, 2025•9 min
As we celebrate 50 years of SBS, listeners reflect on how this decades-long journey has woven itself into the fabric of their lives, sharing heartfelt stories of how SBS Hindi Radio evolved from a broadcast into a personal companion.
Jun 09, 2025•14 min
In this podcast, SBS Hindi speaks with Sydney-based filmmaker Anupam Sharma about the growing global recognition of Indian cinema — from standing ovations to powerful, unique storytelling. He shares his experiences at international film festivals, offers insights for independent filmmakers, and reflects on the evolving ties between the Indian and Australian film industries.
Jun 09, 2025•20 min
Melbourne-based Iyer brothers, Ramnath Suryanarayana Iyer and Gopinath Suryanarayana Iyer, have been recognised with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for their service to Indian classical music. They are the co-founders and organisers of the Melbourne Veena Festival, which they have been running since 2017. Speaking with SBS Hindi, they shared how this recognition will help advance their mission to promote Indian classical Veena music.
Jun 09, 2025•8 min
Professor Gita Mishra has been awarded an Order of Australia (AO) in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours List, in recognition of her significant contributions to the field of science.
Jun 09, 2025•16 min
Listen to the top News of 08/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 08, 2025•4 min
Listen to the top News of 07/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 07, 2025•5 min
Listen to the top News of 06/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 06, 2025•5 min
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has announced an increase to energy prices, affecting nearly half a million households across the country. In this podcast, we explore the reasons behind the price rise, which parts of the country are the most affected, and ways to save on your bill.
Jun 06, 2025•8 min
Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 06/06/2025
Jun 06, 2025•8 min
He started out as a teenage DJ in Delhi — today, Zaeden is one of India’s most recognisable young music artists. Known for blending pop, electronic, and Hindi lyrics, he’s played global festivals like Tomorrowland and opened for stars like Justin Bieber and Post Malone. On June 7, he makes his Australian debut at Vivid Sydney. With hits like ‘Tere Bina’ and ‘Deewana’, Zaeden shares his journey into Hindi pop, artistic independence, and performing for South Asian audiences. Only on SBS Hindi.
Jun 06, 2025•12 min
In this episode of the SBS Hindi radio program, listen to the latest news and features, including a report on Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles's visit to India, and an interview with 19-year-old Sahil Jha, who is cycling 20,000 km across four continents to raise awareness about the global soil crisis. Tune in to learn about 'Madam Suman', an innovative creation by a teacher from a small village in Jhansi, India, who is using AI to make learning easier for ...
Jun 06, 2025•51 min
Gaurav Kundi, a 42-year-old man of Indian origin, has died two weeks after becoming 'unresponsive' during a police arrest attempt on Payneham Road in Adelaide on 29 May. The incident has raised serious concerns within the Indian community, with calls for an investigation, justice for Kundi, and support for his family. Last week, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirmed that the matter is under investigation by South Australian Police and other relevant authorities.
Jun 05, 2025•6 min
Listen to the top News of 05/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 05, 2025•6 min
Listen to the top News of 04/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 04, 2025•7 min
During his recent visit to Adelaide, Gulshan Grover, famous for his 'bad man' roles, shares a personal side in a conversation with SBS Hindi. He discusses his Hollywood journey and the growing global recognition of Indian cinema at events like Cannes and the Met Gala.
Jun 04, 2025•8 min
Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 4/06/2025
Jun 04, 2025•7 min
Cricket Australia has announced that over 220,000 tickets were snapped up on the opening day of the pre-sale for the 2025-26 Men's Ashes series, shattering the previous single-day sales record. The demand blitzed the earlier benchmark set during the 2017-18 Ashes pre-sale, when 111,741 tickets were sold in a day. SBS Hindi spoke to a passionate cricket fan who waited online for hours to book tickets, watching as thousands lined up ahead in the virtual queue.
Jun 04, 2025•7 min
1975 marked a turning point in global and Australian history — from the end of the Vietnam War and the genocide in Cambodia to the political events in Australia. During this period, a change was underway: Australia was moving toward multiculturalism. From this shift came SBS — a broadcaster that gave voice to the nation's expanding mix of cultures. On its 50th anniversary, we look back at the story of how SBS began.
Jun 03, 2025•10 min
COVID-19 cases are on the rise once again, driven by the emergence of a new variant known as NB.1.8.1. This latest strain is fuelling a fresh wave of infections around the world, including in Australia. In this podcast, we speak with Dr Dipti Talaulikar, a Canberra-based physician-scientist and senior haematology specialist. She discusses key symptoms to look out for, the precautions we should be taking, and whether testing methods have evolved in the post-pandemic phase.
Jun 03, 2025•11 min
Listen to the top News of 03/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 03, 2025•5 min
झाँसी के राजापुर गाँव के शिक्षक मोहनलाल सुमन ने अपनी मेहनत और तकनीकी समझ से एक अनोखी एआई टीचर 'सुमन मैडम' तैयार की है। यह एआई टीचर न केवल बच्चों को पढ़ाती है, बल्कि उनके सवालों का जवाब भी देती है, उन्हें चुटकुले सुनाती है और पहेलियों के जरिए सीखने में रुचि भी जगाती है। सुमन मैडम बच्चों से पढ़ाई के अलावा भी कई तरह की बातें करती हैं – जैसे मौसम की जानकारी देना, मजेदार बातें बताना और सही उत्तर देने पर बच्चों को शाबाशी भी देना। खास बात यह है कि सुमन मैडम कभी किसी बच्चे पर गुस्सा नहीं करतीं और न ही उन...
Jun 03, 2025•11 min
Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 2/06/2025
Jun 02, 2025•9 min
Listen to the top News of 02/06/2025 from Australia in Hindi.
Jun 02, 2025•4 min
Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles, is in India this week as part of a broader diplomatic tour of South and Southeast Asia. He is the first senior Australian minister to visit India since Labor's return to power after the 2025 federal election.
Jun 02, 2025•7 min
Many people from CALD communities, especially women, are avoiding or delaying preventative cancer care. - कई CALD (सांस्कृतिक और भाषाई रूप से विविध) समुदायों से आने वाले लोग, खासकर महिलाएं, कैंसर की रोकथाम से जुड़ी देखभाल को नज़रअंदाज़ कर रही हैं या उसमें देरी कर रही हैं।
Jun 02, 2025•8 min
