INDIA
'A high-level working group has been set up by the Australian government to deal with the issue on an urgent basis,' Union minister of state for external affairs, Preneet Kaur said.
India is hopeful that "something will come out" from the investigations into attacks on Indians in Australia, Union minister of state for external affairs Preneet Kaur said as the body of Ranjodh Singh, killed in that country late last month, was brought back here today.
The body of the 25-year-old, which came in a Thai Airways flight from Bangkok, was received at the Indira Gandhi International Airport by Ranjodh's younger brother Satnam Singh and other family members, with the minister accompanying them.
"We are hopeful that something will come out from the investigations that are taking place on the attacks on Indians in Australia," said Kaur, who placed a wreath on Singh's body.
External affairs minister SM Krishna and his Australian counterpart Stpehen Smith met in London yesterday for the second time in as many days, she said, noting that a high-level working group has been set up by the Australian government to deal with the issue on an urgent basis.
The committee is going to meet on Saturday and Sunday to discuss the matter, she said.
Terming the attacks on Indians as "unfortunate", Kaur said, "It is not acceptable, and the Indian government will do whatever is required." She also said that Australia, being a sovereign nation, is also doing its part.
"As you know, we have put out an advisory asking students not to go to Australia for studies," Kaur said.
Singh's mortal remains were taken to his native place Nabha in Punjab for last rites, with his relatives and Punjab government officials accompanying the body.
Satnam Singh demanded that the Indian government pressurise Australia to bring the guilty in his brother's murder to book.
The ministry of external affairs is facilitating the transportation of the body which has been released after completion of all legal formalities in New South Wales where Ranjodh Singh was found charred to death on December 29.
Singh had apparently been killed two days earlier.
The youth, who had gone to Australia over a year ago, was into farming in Griffith near Melbourne. His wife was on a student visa.
A husband and wife, both Indian nationals, were charged with Singh's murder yesterday following their arrest in southern Sydney. Australian police today arrested a 25-year-old man for his killing, the third detention in the case.
India yesterday expressed "dismay" over new incidents of attacks against community members in Australia.
We have learnt with dismay today of fresh incidents of violence against Indians residing in Australia, with the latest reports coming from Brisbane where four Indians, including three taxi drivers were attacked in two separate incidents on Thursday," Kaur had said in a statement.
Dating Trends 2025: Micro-mance, DWM, male-casting and more to dominate the year
Navjot Singh Sidhu breaks silence on his exit from The Kapil Sharma Show: 'There were political...'
A true fashionista in Kennedy family: Who was the saree-loving aunt of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?
PROBA-3 ABOARD ISRO’S PSLV : India to Launch Europe’s Sun Mission in December
An Indian village where frogs are married off, the reason is...
Studd Muffyn Life Presents Berberine: A Natural Powerhouse Tackling India's Metabolic Health Crisis
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: What is the prize money for this iconic fight?
What happened to Laika, first dog to ever travel in space?
Tara Sutaria REACTS amid dating rumours with Arunoday Singh: 'To be in love…'
CEO Kunal Shah to compete with Zerodha, Groww? CRED's subsidiary applies for stock broking license
Delhi air pollution: CM Atishi announces staggered working hours for govt workers amid 'severe' AQI
CBSE Date sheet 2025 to be released at...; when and how to check class 10, 12 timetable
This is world's most expensive nail polish costs more than 3 Mercedes, it's price is...
This Indian favourite has made it to the list of "50 best bean dishes" in the world
UPPSC prelims 2024 exam date announced, examination to happen in two shifts, check details here
SA vs IND: Arshdeep Singh eyes Yuzvendra Chahal's all-time India record in T20Is
Isha Ambani stuns in Giorgio Armani suit at Tira store launch in Mumbai
Mukesh Ambani's SUPERHIT affordable packs for Jio users: Get 10 GB data for just Rs...
'We have redone...': Shraddha Kapoor's Naagin to go on floors in 2025, producer reveals new details
'Those whom no one cares for, Modi worships them': PM Modi in Bihar rally
Congress targets PM Modi's Jamui visit, asks why hasn't Bihar been granted special category status
What is GRAP Stage 3, action plan implemented in Delhi-NCR to combat air pollution?
Sri Lanka Elections 2024: President Anura Dissanayake's party wins majority in general election
Haryana govt has implemented sub classification of Scheduled Castes for job quota
New Zealand’s youngest MP performs ‘haka’, rips up copy of bill in parliament, watch viral video
Amid Champions Trophy row, India emerges top contender to host 2025 tournament if…
Amitabh Bachchan does amazing Taekwondo move on KBC 16 sets, fans wonder if he is really 82
Shillong Teer Results November 15, 2024: Check updates on winning numbers
Boxing legend Mike Tyson slaps YouTuber Jake Paul during final staredown, watch viral video
7 companies led by Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani's daughter Isha Ambani
Shahid Afridi's BIG appeal to BCCI amid Champions Trophy crisis, says. 'If countries once...'
Donald Trump picks anti-vaccine activist Robert F Kennedy Jr as US Health Secretary
Manipur violence: AFSPA reimposed in 6 police station areas including troubled Jiribam
Delhi Air Pollution: Delhi-NCR engulfed in thick smog, AQI in 'severe' category
Is Elon Musk buying McDonald's after Donald Trump's win? Here's what we know so far
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson live streaming: When and where to watch much-anticipated fight
US takes immigration issue 'incredibly seriously': State Dept amid visa delays
Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Are banks closed or open today? Check state-wise list here
Beaver moon 2024 today: All you need to know about 2024's last supermoon
Anil Ambani's Reliance Infra posts Rs 4082 crore profit in 3 months, market cap climbs to Rs...
Meet Prerna Singh, daughter of autorickshaw driver, who cracked NEET-UG, her score was...
Meet woman, who cracked UPSC exam while doing full time job, secured AIR 3, now she is...
Viral video: Little girl wins heart with adorable dance to Janhvi Kapoor’s 'chuttamalle' song, watch
IND vs SA, 4th T20I Dream11 prediction: Fantasy cricket tips for India vs South Africa match