Novak Djokovic did not have guaranteed entry to country, says Australian government
The filing ahead of a court hearing on Monday was in defence of the government`s decision to bar entry to the world number one player over his COVID-19 vaccination status.
Jan 09, 2022, 18:13 PM ISTIn touch with US, Australia govts on visa issues: India
Amid concerns over the US' changed H1B visa programme, India said on Wednesday it was in touch with the Trump administration and making "full assessment" of its impact on Indian professionals.
Apr 19, 2017, 22:07 PM ISTAustralia visa move unlikely to impact Indian IT workers: Nasscom
The Australian government's move to eliminate the 457 visa category would not have a major impact on visas granted to Indian IT workers, industry body Nasscom said on Wednesday.
Apr 19, 2017, 18:13 PM ISTAustralia cracks down on foreign bribery
The Australian government on Tuesday announced a major crackdown on foreign bribery.
Apr 04, 2017, 14:09 PM ISTAussie authorities mull legalizing shark nets after rise in attacks
New South Wales Minister for Primary Industries Niall Blair said the state would introduce a dedicated legislation to regulate the mesh nets on a trial basis.
Oct 24, 2016, 22:47 PM ISTAustralian PM to decide cabinet following election win
Australia`s Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has on Monday returned to capital Canberra to decide on his cabinet ministers for the 45th Parliament, after he secured victory in the 2016 federal election.
Jul 11, 2016, 09:38 AM ISTAustralia launches new cyber security strategy
The Australian government on Thursday launched a $180 million cyber security strategy, in an effort to shore up Australia`s defence against cyber attacks and online fraud.
Apr 21, 2016, 07:48 AM ISTUN migrant rights expert puts off Australia visit over `unacceptable` restrictions
An independent UN expert on migrant rights said Friday he had postponed a visit to Australia citing restrictions on his access to detention centres, and concerns people he met with could face reprisals.
Sep 26, 2015, 02:44 AM ISTMore job losses ahead as 175 Australian govt agencies face scrap
Australia's government warned of further job losses on Saturday as media reports said around 175 government agencies working in areas as diverse as Antarctic science and drought will be scrapped.
Dec 13, 2014, 10:13 AM ISTAdani's $16.5 bn Australian coal proj cleared, company welcomes decision
Hailing the decision, Adani Chairman, Gautam Adani said: " We welcome the Minister's approval of the Carmichael Mine and Rail project, which takes us another step closer to delivering our multi-billion dollar mine, rail and port development".
Jul 28, 2014, 12:39 PM ISTAustralia approves Adani's A$16.5 bn Carmichael coal project
The Australian government on Monday approved Indian firm Adani Mining Pty Ltd`s A$16.5 billion ($15.5 billion) Carmichael coal and rail project in Queensland.
Jul 28, 2014, 08:21 AM ISTAustralia abolishes divisive carbon tax
The current administration favours a "direct action" plan that includes financial incentives for polluters to increase their energy efficiency.
Jul 17, 2014, 10:41 AM IST